About JNDC

Established in 2019, JNDC represents a new generation of technical construction & carpentry on the Central Coast.

Backed by Jake’s decade of high-end residential experience on the Central Coast, our team has grown intentionally. This ensures we offer tier-one execution with the personal care of a partner genuinely invested in your vision

Jake Nicoll Design and Construct (JNDC) is the Central Coast’s premier partner for custom luxury residential building projects. We pride ourselves on being the builder who can speak the language of architects while maintaining the approachable, hands-on care of a local team.

We specialise in delivering high-end, architectural homes that demand intricate detailing, resilient materials, and a seamless connection to the coastal lifestyle.

Driving a transparent, rigorous process from consultation to handover, we transform custom designs into exceptional realities. We execute every architectural home and renovation to the client’s exact specifications, guaranteeing a level of structural quality that endures for generations.

HOW WE WORK

OPEN BOOK CONSTRUCTION

We believe the most successful builds are built on trust. That is why we operate on a transparent “Cost Plus” model.

In a traditional fixed-price contract, a builder must inflate the price to protect themselves against the unknown, often profiting from your changes. Our model is different. You pay the true market cost of materials and labour, plus a fixed, transparent builder’s margin to cover our management and expertise.

We provide a fully transparent breakdown of costs, so you see exactly where your investment is going. This ensures that our interests are perfectly aligned: we aren’t trying to maximise profit on minor tasks; we are solely focused on delivering a home that exceeds your expectations, at a fair and sustainable price.

Technical Design Resolution

We protect the integrity of your design. Our team identifies complex detailing or structural challenges early, working collaboratively with your architect to resolve them practically. We ensure the vision on paper translates perfectly to reality, without losing the architectural intent.

From Consultation to Handover

We act as the single point of accountability for your entire build. From navigating council approvals and site logistics to the final handover, we manage the stress of custom home building so you don’t have to. We provide consistent communication and transparent reporting, ensuring the journey of building your home is as enjoyable as living in it.

Expert Trade Coordination

We curate and coordinate a vetted network of the Central Coast’s finest contractors, suppliers and tradespeople. We manage the scheduling, quality control and safety of the entire site team, ensuring every pair of hands on your project meets our tier-one standards.

True luxury homes are felt,
not just seen.

It’s the weight of the door, the silence of the room, and the way the light falls across the floor. A sanctuary where the noise of the world fades, leaving only the clarity of design and the comfort of space.

Meet Jake

With over a decade of experience, Jake brings technical expertise and top industry contacts to every site but his true passion is the connection he builds with his clients. He loves the collaborative journey just as much as the challenge of delivering one-of-a-kind homes. This people-first approach has driven JNDC’s growth almost exclusively through word-of-mouth, a testament to the reputation we have earned across the Central Coast.

To truly understand your vision, we ask a lot of questions at the start. But the best part is where we end up. When you work this closely with someone and share a passion for the details, you don't just build a house, you build a friendship. That is the most rewarding part of what we do.

Jake Nicoll, Director, JNDC PTY LTD

THE CREW

The hands on the tools.

A small, permanent team. The same faces on your site from the first slab pour to handover.

Tyler

PROJECT MANAGER

A project management degree, a commercial construction background, and a builder’s family pedigree. Tyler keeps the programme on track and makes sure you always know where things stand.

Jackson

FOREMAN · CARPENTER

Jake’s mate since childhood and twelve years on the tools. The most dependable set of hands on any site, when it has to be right the first time.

Jimmy

FOREMAN

Over 25 years of carpentry and joinery, learned with his family in New Zealand. The most experienced builder on the crew, and the standard everyone else looks up to.

Hayden

CARPENTER · JUNIOR PROJECT MANAGER

A project management degree followed by a full carpentry apprenticeship with JNDC. Clients mention Hayden by name, he’s the one who makes everyone feel looked after.

Marcus

CARPENTER

Raised on good design, his parents run ZIAS Building Design. Finished his apprenticeship with JNDC and is now progressing toward a foreman role. Meticulous with detail.

Taj

Apprentice

JNDC’s up and coming apprentice. Taj started his apprenticeship with JNDC straight out of school and is currently in his 4th year. Nothing is too hard for him and he is absolutely kicking goals.