Consultant (engineer)

Posted 03 September 2025
LocationSydney
Job type Permanent
Sectors CGC CoverProject Management Consulting & Development
Reference3959145

Job description

Consultant (Engineer)

Our client is a boutique consultancy and provider of specialist advisory, claims management, and dispute resolution services to the construction, built environment, and infrastructure industries.

You’ll be working with top-tier clientele, including leading developers, consultancies, institutions, and respected Tier 2 builders. Each engagement typically spans 8–12 weeks, giving you exposure to a wide range of high-profile projects.

This role offers genuine growth and development opportunities within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Salary:$130,000 - $160,000 + super 

The Role

We are seeking an engineer with strong analytical skills and previous on-site construction experience who is looking to transition into a consulting lifestyle. In this role, you will apply your technical expertise to commercial advisory, construction claims, and be a resolution point for construction & costing disputes.
You will:
  • Work alongside experienced consultants, delay analysts, and quantity surveyors on the preparation of claims
  • Support the development of extensions of time, disruption claims, acceleration claims, and related matters
  • Undertake forensic reviews of project records and site inspections
  • Interpret drawings, specifications, construction methods, and procedures to identify claims opportunities
  • Draft contractual correspondence and provide contract administration and commercial advice
  • Collaborate with client project teams and legal professionals
Desired Skills & Attributes We are looking for a motivated problem solver with:
  • An engineering degree and at least 3 years’ construction industry experience (site-based experience highly valued)
  • Exposure to contracts and claims processes
  • Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Competency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
The Offer Consultancy provides:
  • A competitive remuneration package aligned to your skills and experience
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Exposure to diverse and challenging projects across multiple sectors
  • Clear opportunities for career development and growth in consulting

Please send an up to date CV to Bradley.williams@cgcrecruitment or reach out to Brad for a confidential discussion.