Behind the Build: Two Commercial Projects in North Harbour

North Harbour Business Park continues to attract commercial and industrial development, driven by strong regional access and growing demand for well positioned facilities. 

Within that precinct, RYCON delivered two commercial projects at the same time: 24 Notus Drive and 62 Boreas Drive. While each build had a different scale and layout, both required careful coordination across programme, trades, deliveries and day to day site activity. 

To understand what sits behind that kind of delivery, we spoke with Jacob, Commercial Site Supervisor at RYCON.

North Harbour: A Precinct on the Rise 

North Harbour is drawing strong commercial interest, driven by its access to key transport corridors and its long-term development potential. 

Q: From your perspective, why is that making the precinct such an attractive place for commercial development?
Jacob: “Location is a big part of it. North Harbour offers direct access to the Bruce Highway and Gateway Motorway, with strong links across Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Moreton Bay Region. That level of connectivity makes it practical for a range of commercial and industrial uses. When you combine that with the flexibility of the precinct and its long-term potential, it is easy to see why developers and investors are backing the area. That demand is shaping the types of projects being delivered across the precinct.” 

Two Projects, One Clear Delivery Approach    

RYCON delivered the two builds simultaneously, with each one contributing to the wider growth of North Harbour.

At 24 Notus Drive, RYCON delivered a single tenancy commercial facility combining warehouse space with a two-level office suited to modern industrial use. At 62 Boreas Drive, the team completed a larger dual tenancy facility with warehouse space and a two-storey office component, creating a broader commercial offering within the same precinct.

Both projects were designed by R H Frankland & Associates, which supported consistency across the documentation and delivery process. While each build differed in scale and layout, the focus remained the same: maintaining control across trades and site activity while delivering both projects within the same active precinct.

Q: What were the benefits of delivering these two projects at the same time and within the same precinct?
Jacob: “Having the two sites so close together created real efficiencies. They were literally around the corner from each other, which meant we could move between them quickly, keep a closer eye on both jobs, and respond faster when something came up. It also made it easier to manage trades, deliveries and day to day site activity more efficiently than if the projects were spread across different suburbs. There were scheduling benefits as well, with similar trades able to service both sites almost as one.” 

That proximity created efficiencies on the ground, but it still relied on disciplined planning and daily coordination to keep both projects progressing well. 

The Work Behind the Scenes 

Commercial delivery often looks straightforward from the outside. What people do not always see is the amount of coordination required to keep multiple sites moving without disruption.  

In North Harbour, that came down to managing site access, sequencing deliveries, and keeping trades aligned across both projects. 

Q: What are the behind-the-scenes decisions that make the biggest difference?
Jacob: “A lot of it comes back to timing and coordination. You are looking ahead at what each trade needs, how deliveries are arriving, and whether access is clear for the next stage of work. Small decisions made early can prevent bigger delays later.”  

Those considered decisions made every day are what results in a smooth build. Good programming and co-ordination is key.  

Why It Matters for Developers 

Developers want to know that their project is being handled properly. That confidence comes from clear management, an organised site and steady progress throughout the build. 

In active growth areas like North Harbour, those factors matter even more. Programme control, presentation and site management all shape the outcome, both for the building itself and for the wider development around it. 

Q: From a client perspective, what builds confidence during a project like this? 
Jacob: “Clients want to see that the project is well managed from the ground up. When the site is organised, communication is clear, and progress is steady, it gives them confidence that the job is on track.” 

Building in Growth Precincts 

The delivery of these two projects reflects the approach RYCON brings to commercial construction: clear planning, site leadership, and disciplined day to day delivery.  

In active growth precincts, that consistency matters. Clients are not only investing in the finished facility, but in a construction process that is well organised from start to finish. 

The North Harbour projects also reflect RYCON’s broader experience across multi tenancy and business park style developments, supporting flexible outcomes for a range of commercial clients. 

If you are planning a commercial project, contact RYCON to discuss your next opportunity.