Decode Construction is proud to have commenced an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) partnership with Sekisui House Australia for the planning and design of a landmark residential project in St Leonards, comprising over 220 premium apartments across five architecturally designed 8-storey buildings.
This collaboration reflects Decode’s continued success in transitioning seamlessly from ECI to construction ensuring design certainty, risk mitigation, and construction readiness from the outset. Our expert pre-construction team is working closely with Sekisui House and consultants to lay a solid foundation for a successful project delivery.
ECI Overview
The ECI process is being delivered in two key phases:
Phase 1 – Due Diligence
- Participate in design meetings and established the design program
- Conduct site investigations and early assessments
- Liaise with local authorities, the PCA, and surrounding stakeholders
- Support consultant procurement and engagement
- Develope the ECI Target Price, incorporating value management strategies
Phase 2 – Design Development and Pricing
- Facilitate design coordination and program milestones
- Contribute to constructability reviews and risk identification
- Support preparation of authority submissions
- Develop a detailed construction methodology and program
- Work collaboratively to achieve the ECI target budget
- Engage early with suppliers and subcontractors
- Deliver a D&C Lump Sum Price proposal including quotes, samples, and team structure
Decode is proud to partner with Sekisui House for the ECI phase of the Waterstone, St. Leonards. We look forward to sharing more as the project progresses into construction.
