Who We Are

Smarter planning for smoother projects

Most projects lose time and money long before construction starts. Design decisions made without real-world insight create complexity, risk, and wasted opportunity.

Navigate was built to fix that. With decades of Tier 1 and Tier 2 construction experience, we bring the builder’s understanding into the planning room, free from bias or conflicting interests. 

Our job is to help project managers and developers make early decisions that lead to smoother, more profitable projects.
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Meet the Team

Navigate is led by Damon Jones, supported by specialists Chris Georgas and Kieran Wallis, and backed by a network of experienced professionals.

Together, they combine deep technical expertise with practical, builder-level knowledge to deliver clear, independent advice that keeps projects efficient, buildable, and on track.

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Damon Jones

Founder

With over 25 years in Tier 1 and Tier 2 construction, Damon brings deep expertise in cost planning, estimating, value engineering, and strategic bid management. He has worked across Australia and internationally on projects exceeding $1 billion in value.

Damon founded Navigate to bridge the gap between design intent and construction reality. Known for his practical insight and ability to unpack complex projects, he leads every engagement personally, ensuring opportunities are captured and risks controlled from the start.

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Chris Georgas

Design Director

With more than 40 years of industry experience, Chris leads design reviews with a sharp eye for efficiency and practicality. He ensures structure and services are as cost-effective as possible while preserving the architect’s design intent. His work helps direct investment where it delivers the most visible value.

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Kieran Wallis

Programming & Logistics Manager

Kieran has delivered programming and logistics strategies for some of Sydney’s most complex builds, including Greenland Tower and The Ribbon (W Hotel). He specialises in construction programming, staging, management plans, and logistics design that keep projects efficient and predictable from tender to delivery.

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Support Team

Supporting our core team is a trusted network of construction specialists, including estimators, cost planners, design managers, programmers, and bid experts, engaged on a project-by-project basis. This flexible model means every client gets the right expertise for their project, not a one-size-fits-all team.

Making your projects more profitable

Why Navigate?

The way we work matters as much as what we deliver. Our values guide every project, shaping how we collaborate, communicate, and create lasting results for our clients across a range of industries:

  • Residential/BTR
  • Commercial
  • Aged Care
  • Affordable & Social Housing
  • Hotels & Hospitality
  • Retail
  • Education
  • Health
  • Infrastructure/Renewables
Integrity
We keep our word, communicate honestly, and take full responsibility for our advice. Clients know they can rely on us to act in their best interests at every stage of a project.
Partnership
We see ourselves as part of your team, not an external consultant. Collaboration, respect, and clear communication are what turn good projects into great ones.
Excellence
Quality is never accidental. We bring care, precision, and depth of thought to every project so the outcomes stand up under real-world pressure.
Sustainability
We build for longevity in our work, relationships, and results. Every decision aims to create lasting value, not just quick wins.
Flexibility
Every project is different. We adapt our approach and resources to match your needs, ensuring the right expertise, timing, and delivery for every challenge.

Proven Results Every Time

Our work consistently helps clients recover hidden value, prevent costly mistakes, and deliver projects with confidence.