TARONGA WESTERN PLAINS ZOO SERENGETI RESORT
CONTRACT
CLIENT: TARONGA ZOO
PROJECT TYPE: CAPITAL WORKS
LOCATION: DUBBO, NSW
COMPLETION YEAR: 2026
PROJECT VALUE: $43,000,000
From the Client
'Lyons Project Management (Lyons) have supported RPS AAP (RPS) with the TWPZ Capital Program in provid-ing comprehensive project management services since October 2023. The services provided by Lyons have been of the highest quality and professionalism.
Lyons are very responsive, intuitive and innovating demonstrating value add at every phase of the project/ program lifecycle.'
PROJECT OVERVIEW
About
Taronga Western Plains Zoo are attracting additional visitors and increasing capacity to save endangered species with their program of works aimed at developing a remarkable Serengeti themed Function Centre, Resort and animal Exhibit.
Project Management Deliverables
Ownership and responsibility for the overall co-ordination and maintenance of the Project Master Program
Monitor internal and external budgets and costs for entire $43M program of works including executive reporting
Safety, Quality and Environmental Management complying with TWPZ Management Plans
Contract administration (using specialised software SAP, ACONEX, MyPROJECTS) including Contract development, tendering life cycle, variations, RFIs and document tracking
Facilities are developed in accordance with all designs, standards, legislations and Acts relating to Exhibited Animals protection, building, safety and environment
Stakeholders
TWPZ steering committee, Zoo Director, Animal Handlers, Hoofstock animals, contractors, consultants, certifying bodies
Highlight
Iconic location to deliver animal exhibits and Function Centre