Remedial / Structural Engineer

About Endeavour Engineering:

Endeavour Engineering is a premier remedial engineering consultancy, with a core focus on building diagnostic inspections, assessing the condition of buildings to identify any prevailing issues. Our expertise extends to providing advanced remedial waterproofing designs, aimed at averting water damage and safeguarding the structural integrity of buildings.

A significant aspect of our services includes producing detailed litigation reports for building defects. We assist clients in resolving disputes related to construction defects, leveraging our extensive experience in engineering and construction. Our team is proficient in pinpointing and examining the fundamental causes of building problems, crafting tailored solutions to effectively address them.

We pride ourselves on maintaining the value of property assets, and our dedication is equally evident in protecting the interests of property owners, Strata Corporations, and Body Corporate Managers. Our commitment to excellence ensures we are a trusted partner in maintaining building standards and resolving complex litigation challenges in the field of construction and engineering.

The Role

Given the increasing volume of projects in our pipeline, we are seeking a mid-level Remedial / Structural Engineer for our new Western Sydney Office to join our dynamic team and provide valuable support to our company director.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing remedial construction projects, ensuring they meet all requirements, are delivered on time, and remain within budget. We offer a supportive and positive work environment that is perfectly suited for a highly driven individual seeking flexibility and career growth. This is a unique opportunity to progress within a forward-thinking, nurturing consultancy.

Your responsibilities will be varied, including conducting on-site engineering inspections, carrying out building defect inspections for the formulation and preparation of litigation building defect reports, managing engineering investigations, and drafting detailed technical reports and letters. You will also be tasked with developing repair scopes of work and specification documentation, overseeing construction phases, and fostering ongoing communication with clients and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.

This position will allow you to acquire invaluable skills in creating technical documentation, deepen your engineering knowledge, and enhance your communication skills with team members and clients.

This is a stimulating opportunity for those with a passion for building design and engineering who are eager to establish a solid career in this field. As a valuable member of our team, we are seeking candidates who are enthusiastic, motivated, and have a strong desire to develop their engineering skills.

The ideal candidate should be personable and outgoing, eager to learn and progress within a company that offers long-term career development and the opportunity to form strong professional relationships. well with the other staff.

Initial Duties include:

• Conduct site inspections and investigations of remedial and defect claims
• Prepare structural calculations (as required)
• Liaise with the project team, including clients, consultants and site-based management teams
• Prepare detailed reports on inspections and investigations.
• Draft and compile remedial building specifications & building defect reports
• Review and assess tenders in detail to make justified recommendations
• Assess contractor claims and contractual variations.
• Additional administrative tasks as required.

What can we offer you?

• Ability to be mentored by senior staff with over 10+ years of experience
• A small business culture that focuses on you as an individual rather than a number
• Flexible working life, including the ability to mix working from home and site
• Training - we are proactive in engaging our staff with on-the-job internal and external training, inclusive of attending invasive inspections for defect claims

About you (Essential): 

• Obtained Bachelor of Civil or Structural Engineering with eligibility of membership with Engineers Australia
• Prior experience with Remedial / Forensic / Structural Engineering is essential
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suites, including Excel, Project, Word
• Cloud-based file systems
• High-level written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects, and meet required deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality of work
• Technical report writing skills
• An eye for detail and a collaborative spirit for effective team dynamics
• Experience in contract administration is desirable
• Must have own transport and current Drivers Licence
• Must have fluent, high-level English and be eligible to work in Australia

If this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, we invite you to submit your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest.