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Metropolitan Development Group

CONSULTING | DEVELOPMENT | CONSTRUCTION

About Us

Metropolitan Development Group was established to tackle the challenges of housing supply and demand in Australia’s urban residential property industry. Driven by the will to solve problems, Metropolitan Development Group provides a range of professional services assisting in shaping the future of communities through innovative property development and reliable engineering solutions. With a strong foundation in residential development, we bring together creativity, technical expertise, and sustainable practices to deliver projects that stand the test of time.

Founded on a commitment to excellence, we provide end-to-end services—from initial concept and design through to construction and project management. Our integrated team of project managers, engineers, and development specialists work collaboratively to transform vision into reality, ensuring every project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.

We are proud to be trusted partners to private clients, investors, and government agencies alike, offering tailored solutions that address both the challenges and opportunities of today’s built environment.

Whether it’s building modern living spaces, revitalizing urban areas, or engineering critical infrastructure, Metropolitan Development Group is driven by purpose, powered by expertise, and inspired by possibility.

Joseph Zalloua

Meet the team

Joseph Zalloua

As a Senior Project Manager, Joseph has been working in Urban Development specialising in land subdivision for over 10 years and has provided services in Project Management, Development Management, Superintendency, Feasibility studies and services strategies for various projects.

During this time, Joseph has developed his skills in managing internal and external consultants. He has gained extensive knowledge in project management, contract execution, engineering design co-ordination, managing project budgets and liaising with various stakeholders. In addition, Joseph has completed over 100 feasibility studies for various potential development sites in NSW (2 of which are over $100Mil) including planning and utility services investigations.

Thriving to succeed and focusing on delivering quality services, Joseph has founded his consulting and development business “Metropolitan Development Group”.

Furthermore, Joseph is a unit conveyancer/Lecturer at New South Wales University & Western Sydney University delivering property economic & development units.

Qualifications

  • Masters of Property Investment & Development (Distinction), Western Sydney University
  • Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours), Western Sydney University
  • Diploma in Civil Engineering (Distinction), Sydney TAFE (Ultimo)
  • Project Management Essential Course (PSMJ)

Affiliations & Memberships

  • UDIA Young Leaders Committee Member 2021
  • Member of UDIA
  • Member, Engineers Australia
  • Member, Consult Australia
  • Member, Australian Property Institute

Awards

  • API Best Performing Property Postgraduate Student 2020
  • Golden Key International Honour Society (Top 15% achievers academic achievement)

Our Vision

To partner with likewise property developers & investors in shaping our future vibrant and sustainable communities through quality designed and successfully completed property developments where people live, work, and thrive.

Our Services

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Development Acquisition

• Property due diligence including financial feasibility study & management of external consultants’ advice
• Undertake the required negotiation with landowners
• Securing development sites to meet developer’s objectives

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Project & Development Management

• Manage development project from inception stage until registration stage including and not limited to obtaining Development Application approval, Subdivision Works certificate, Subdivision Certificate and LRS registration
• Assistance in securing finance for the project
• Assistance in marketing & sales
• Development Budget & Program control
• Risk Assessment & Management

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Civil Engineering Design

• Civil engineering set of plans required for development approvals through compliance with Local government authority’s specifications and guidelines
• Stormwater management report including stormwater hydraulics & flood analysis

Construction Management & Superintendency

Construction Management & Superintendency

• Preparation of civil contract based on Australian Standard AS4000-1997 general conditions of contract
• Procure a civil contractor for the execution of the works through a thorough tender process
• Administer the civil contract between the principal and contractor
• Promote WHS and safe work practices
• Liaise with project team and authorities to ensure construction works success

Our Projects

Project 1

285 Sixth Ave, Austral, NSW

This project involves residential subdivision development consisting of 27 residential lots. Responsible to deliver Project management and superintendency services from project inception to registration.

Project 2

15 Eighteenth Ave, Austral, NSW

This project involves residential subdivision development consisting of 29 residential lots. Responsible to deliver Development management and superintendency services from project inception to registration.

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Contact Us

Sydney Office

Suite 111, Level 11, 183 Macquarie Street
Sydney NSW 2000

Croydon Office

22 Arthur Street
Croydon NSW 2132

Contact:

Joseph Zalloua – Founder & Director
0451 515 305

Email:

josephzalloua@metrodevgroup.com.au