Full time
Job Title: Forensic Structural/Civil Engineer
Company: Buildspect
About Us:
At Buildspect, we are more than just a company; we are a community. We celebrate our successes, have fun, and provide an environment where learning and growth are paramount. With over 50 years of experience, Buildspect is Victoria's leading building dispute resolution consultancy firm. We serve a diverse client base, including insurance companies, government agencies, owner's corporations, lawyers, lessors, lessees, and owners.
Our values drive our behaviours and interactions with everyone Buildspect works with and for. We are known for providing accurate and objective reporting to identify building defects and forensic engineering damage causation.
About the Role:
Our Mitcham head office is ready to welcome its next Consulting Engineer to the team. If you have a keen eye for analysing and problem-solving onsite, quality workmanship, enjoy finding the source of an issue, and desire to help those needing technical knowledge, then this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct forensic engineering inspections of properties, structures and buildings to identify defects, and deficiencies, evaluate compliance, and determine liabilities in relevance to the project.
Prepare detailed engineering causation and building reports for defective or incomplete work, make good reports, protection works advice, illegal building work advice, stage inspection reports, dilapidation reports, condition reports, and other reports as required.
Provide ongoing advocacy for specified clients.
Assist in the preparation of further engagement requirements for existing projects.
Provide expert witness testimony in VCAT or the courts, as required.
Stay updated with relevant Government legislation, standards, and codes related to building and construction.
Participate in regular production meetings and training sessions.
Attend occasional industry-related functions.
To Be Amazing in This Role:
You are a people person – with a genuine passion for assisting in identifying and resolving technical engineering site issues. Your experience in the construction industry will be pivotal and will provide a great platform to expand your expertise within our wider team.
Must-Haves:
Experience in commercial and domestic building practices, understanding building regulations, codes, and standards, and being able to demonstrate the ability to interpret technical building matters.
Extensive technical experience in structural/civil/building disciplines.
Demonstrate and interpret extensive technical building details.
You are currently a registered engineering practitioner, with a tertiary degree, registration with Engineers Australia NER, and a BLA professional engineer registration.
A methodical and efficient approach to managing your time.
Be well-presented, energetic, polite, and have a friendly attitude.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to produce technical reports using Word and Excel.
Possess an above-competent level of computer skills and be familiar with the Microsoft suite of products.
Full driver's license and reliable vehicle.
What's in It for You?
At Buildspect, personal accountability, a strong customer ethos, and pride in our work are at the heart of what we expect from our people. In return, we offer great development opportunities, a friendly and caring environment, and a competitive remuneration package. You will join an amazing team with an enviable culture.
Our head office in Mitcham features music to keep the team humming, free onsite undercover parking, city views, a fully equipped kitchen, and Friday full-team lunch dates.
We truly care for our people and strive to make their superpowers shine. Buildspect prides itself on a working environment with a diverse staff that fosters an engaging and problem-solving atmosphere. We operate as one company, as a supportive team.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role to us.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have in the construction industry?
Have you completed a qualification in engineering?
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