J&R Builders have worked under LM Consulting delivering projects for both Paparore and Peria schools to date. In our role as Main Contractor, we deal with several different Project Management companies and Engineers to Contract across various construction projects.
From a Main Contractor perspective, we can’t fault Liz and the team at LM Consulting. During the tendering stage, we are always provided with complete and accurate tender documentation, allowing us to price in a way that ensures minimal surprises and variations during delivery of the contract works. During construction her team are always on hand to answer queries in a timely manner, ensuring work on site can continue efficiently and productively. From what we have observed, Liz and the wider LM team have excellent working relationships with all key stakeholders, which ensures the construction projects they oversee run smoothly. Their communication skills are excellent, and they are always solution focused when hurdles present themselves - which is not uncommon in construction!
From a more candid perspective – we are always happy when we are awarded a project with LM Consulting as we know we will have the support needed to do our jobs well, and deliver the construction works on time and on budget.
I first met Liz nine years ago but had been hearing of her sterling work for a year, prior to seeking out her services. When a school looks for a Property Project Manager ultimately they are looking for a partnership and someone who will meet the schools needs and vision. Yet has robust structures and practices, to ensure targets are met. With LM Consulting we are secure in knowing: communication is strong and transparent; integrity and honesty are foremost; common understanding is paramount; explanations are evidenced for clarity; legalities are observed; level of expected practice is monitored and timeframes are adhered too.
LM Consulting operates a team practice and whichever personnel you deal with, you are very much treated as a priority and a person. Liz’s team ensures you are getting what you asked for along with other potentials that their trained eye see as possible. If there is a problem there is always a solution.
All correspondence and communication with the Ministry of Education is managed allowing ease for the Principal and the School Board of Trustees. It is obvious the extensive knowledge and project experiences foster the success that is delivered.
A lot of great work is accomplished working with competent practitioners and that is how we find, LM Consulting.
I have known Liz McKenzie from LM Consulting for approximately 10 years.
We have worked together on many property projects for our school. It is an absolute pleasure to work with Liz. She has extensive knowledge of the building industry and in particular the property sector in Education. I rely on Liz for property advice and know that any recommendation she offers, she does so with integrity and honesty. I am confident when Liz is managing our school projects, as is our School Board. She is highly organised, resourceful, efficient and a clear communicator. She regularly visits our site, both inside and outside of work hours, ensuring she is always up to date with the progress of projects and then liaises with all parties involved.
If there are any issues or challenges with a project, Liz is quick to find a solution. I highly recommend Liz McKenzie and her team for all property works in school.
I’ve really appreciated the professionalism, clarity, and support your team has provided. Liz, Hilary and the team have been absolutely fantastic to work with. From the outset, you really listened to what I wanted in the design, and I’ve felt involved and informed every step of the way—without ever feeling overwhelmed.
Your communication is excellent, regardless of whom I’m speaking with, and the reports are always timely, clear, and practical. the community and Board are kept in the loop. What I value most is how quickly you follow up on any queries. As a new principal it has been great to have project managers who are so responsive, respectful, and easy to work with.