Senior Building Defects & Remediation Consultant

Frontline Recruitment Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse residential projects

Mentorship of junior consultants

Professional development focus

Challenging defect investigations

Career development opportunities

Autonomy and varied assignments

Job summary

Frontline Recruitment Group – Riverview NSW is seeking an experienced Building Consultant to join a team specialising in building inspections, defect investigations and remedial consultancy. You will identify defects, investigate causes and develop remediation solutions while overseeing work and maintaining high standards.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, communication skills, and the confidence to manage client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience within the building and construction industry.
• Strong understanding of building defects, defect analysis and water ingress investigations.
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Building, Construction or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and assist with building inspections to identify defects, damage and potential causes.
• Investigate building defects, including water ingress and moisture-related issues.
• Analyse findings and recommend appropriate remediation strategies.
• Prepare comprehensive building inspection reports and technical assessments.
• Develop detailed Scopes of Work for remedial and rectification projects.
• Monitor repair and rectification works to ensure alignment with Scopes of Work.
• Communicate findings and project updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior consultants and support their professional development.
• Manage multiple projects ensuring quality, timelines and commercial outcomes.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Time management

Mentoring

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Building/Construction/Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Frontline Recruitment Group – Riverview NSW is seeking an experienced Building Consultant to join a team specialising in building inspections, defect investigations and remedial consultancy. You will identify defects, investigate causes and develop remediation solutions while overseeing work and maintaining high standards.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, communication skills, and the confidence to manage client relationships.