Your Partner in Property Development Success

Built on integrity backed by experience.

CBD Core was founded on the belief that quality homes start with strong relationships, local knowledge, and a commitment to doing things right. With over two decades of experience in Sydney’s property and construction industry, we specialise in boutique residential projects that deliver long-term value and reflect the communities they’re part of.

Our deep understanding of the Hills District, combined with an uncompromising focus on quality, makes us a trusted name in development and construction.

Proudly local professionally driven.

At CBD Core, our strength lies in the people behind the brand. Our dedicated team of professionals bring decades of combined experience across development, construction, and client care. We work closely together under one management roof to ensure each project is delivered to the highest standards — with consistency, care, and a shared commitment to quality.

Integrity

We do what we say, and deliver what we promise.

Excellence

Quality is at the core of every project we undertake.

Community

We build with locals in mind, for lasting impact.

Accountability

Every project is managed and delivered under one roof.

Administration & management.

Our leadership and operations team drives CBD Core’s vision — ensuring every project is well-managed, every client is supported, and every outcome is exceptional.

Steven Harb

Founder & Managing Director

Our leadership and operations team drives CBD Core’s vision — ensuring every project is well-managed, every client is supported, and every outcome is exceptional.

Mary Taouk

Brand and Marketing Manager

Leads branding, marketing, and communications to strengthen CBD Core’s presence and ensure consistent, creative, and strategic messaging across all platforms.

Zdravko (Strath) Galic

Acquisitionist

Drives strategic site acquisitions by identifying opportunities, managing relationships, and supporting feasibility and deal structuring to grow CBD Core’s development pipeline.

Anita Raffoul

Executive Assistant

Provides proactive, high-level support to the MD and leadership team, ensuring smooth operations across executive admin, communication, and finance.

Myrna Ocreto-Pascua

Office Administrator

Manages daily office operations and admin support to ensure smooth communication, coordination, and compliance across all departments.

Jenny Harb

People Manager

Oversees people and operations support across the business, contributing to HR, admin, culture, and general coordination wherever needed.

Carol Rizk

Senior Planning Development Manager & Acquisitionist

Leads end-to-end property development and acquisitions, driving strategic growth through planning, procurement, compliance, and stakeholder management.

Construction management.

Based in-office and on-site, our construction managers coordinate every stage of the building process — balancing budgets, timelines, compliance and communication.

Anthony (Tony) Tarabay

Director & Project Manager

Leads end-to-end site delivery with full accountability for safety, budget, timelines, and quality on CBD Core construction projects.

Marwan Isaac

Director & Senior Site Manager

Combines strategic leadership with hands-on site management to drive safe, high-quality project delivery across CBD Core’s construction sites.

William Harb

Cadet Planner

Supports the Planning & Development team with hands-on assistance across DAs, zoning, and compliance while gaining real-world experience in property development.

Charbel Habkouk

Contracts Administrator

Supports construction projects by managing contracts, documentation, compliance, and budgets to ensure smooth and timely project delivery.

Construction team.

Our on-the-ground team brings each project to life. These are the skilled professionals ensuring precision, safety, and craftsmanship from the first slab to final inspection.

Assaf (Simon) Assaf

Site Manager

Oversees all on-site works from start to finish, ensuring safe, efficient delivery and high-quality outcomes across CBD Core projects.

Peter Harb

Site Supervisor

Leads daily site activities to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality project delivery in coordination with trades, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Allan Gavica

Contracts Administrator Assistant

Supports site teams with contract admin, compliance, and documentation to help deliver safe and cost-effective projects.

Charlie Taouk

Leading Hand

Provides hands-on support across site activities to ensure high-quality outcomes across CBD Core projects.

Alexander Rizk

Site Cadet

Provides hands-on support across site activities while learning construction operations through practical experience and team mentorship.

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