Illan Samuel (Managing Director of Samuel Property) – Jimmy Talks Construction

Episode 41 of Jimmy Talks Construction features Illan Samuel, Managing Director of Samuel Property Group, breaking down the reality of property development in today’s market.

From running multi-residential projects worth hundreds of millions to navigating rising costs, delays, and financing challenges, Illan shares what it actually takes to survive — and grow — in the development game.

This episode dives into the real pressures developers face, including interest rates, construction escalation, red tape, and why time is the biggest cost in any project.

The conversation covers:

Why development is harder now than ever
The reality of cost blowouts and delays
How developers manage risk and cash flow
The importance of hiring the right people
Why most people shouldn’t become developers
Lessons from scaling to $100M–$300M projects

If you’re in construction, property, or business, this is a raw and honest look at how large-scale developments actually get done.

Listen if you want real-world insights into: construction management, demolition, recycling, infrastructure projects, subcontractor relationships, and scaling a construction business.

Connect with Illan:

🌐 Website: https://www.samuel.com.au/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samuel.property/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/illan_samuel/

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samuelproperty/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samuel-property-pty-ltd/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/illansamuel/

Connect with Jimmy:

🌐 Website: https://starbuckgroup.com.au

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JimmyTalksConstruction

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starbuckexcavation

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/starbuckexcavation

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-starbuck-13336546/

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