Milestone: HGW Projects Appointed as Centre of Excellence Project Manager
We are proud to announce a pivotal moment in the development of the Manly Warringah Gymnastics Centre of Excellence: the appointment of HGW Projects as our official Project Manager.
About HGW Projects
Founded in 2010 by Hugh Gretton‑Watson, HGW Projects is a specialist provider of Project and Development Management services, operating across NSW, Victoria, and Queensland
With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, the firm has delivered over 165 projects spanning sectors such as residential, commercial, mixed-use, retail, health, aged care, and hospitality
HGW’s team is dedicated to understanding clients’ commercial goals and adding value from concept through delivery—providing services from feasibility studies and design coordination to contract supervision and stakeholder engagement
Why HGW Projects Fits Our Vision
HGW’s reputation for tailored, client-focused delivery, combined with their experience managing high-profile developments—including heritage restorations, mixed-use precincts, and community facilities—means they’re ideally matched to guide the Centre of Excellence through design, approvals, and construction.
The team’s hands‑on approach and sector-specific expertise will ensure clear governance, cost control, and timely coordination with stakeholders like architects, consultants, Northern Beaches Council, and Gymnastics NSW and Australia.
CEO Comment
“This is a defining moment for our project,” said David Krantz, CEO of Manly Warringah Gymnastics Club.
“We chose HGW Projects because their values and strategic approach align perfectly with our mission — delivering an elite, sustainably designed, and community-first gymnastics facility. We’re confident they will guide us through to successful completion.”
What Happens Next
HGW Projects will now lead the transition into the detailed design and pre-construction phase, coordinating key activities such as tendering, scheduling, risk analysis, and build strategy. They will work collaboratively with the MWGC Board, design team, and local authorities to ensure all elements are aligned for delivery.
We will continue to post regular project updates, highlighting progress on design milestones, community engagement, stakeholder briefings, and construction timelines. Your support helps bring this legacy facility closer to reality!
Stay tuned for our next milestone update.