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Andy Liu

Sydney,Australia

Summary

Detail-oriented and motivated Assistant Building Surveyor with a strong background in construction project management, building inspections, and regulatory compliance. Proven expertise in assessing buildings against the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, and disability access requirements (DDA). Experienced in preparing BCA reports, engaging stakeholders, and resolving non-compliance issues efficiently. Strong technical foundation complemented by excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Committed to supporting safe, compliant, and timely project delivery across education, residential, and defense projects.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Building Surveyor

Metro Building Consultancy Pty Ltd
Sydney, NSW
02.2025 - Current
  • Conducted detailed site inspections to assess compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC) and relevant Australian Standards for various Class 2-9 buildings.
  • Assisted in preparing BCA compliance reports, Certificates of Works Compliance (CWC) for Crown projects, and Certificates of Compliance (COC) for Defence works.
  • Conducted Disability (DDA) reviews to ensure compliance with accessibility standards, providing professional advice and documentation for performance solutions when required.
  • Supported senior building surveyors in project assessments and regulatory compliance activities, contributing to the timely issuance of BCA Completion Certificates (BCC).
  • Collaborated with clients, builders, and consultants to resolve non-compliance issues efficiently, ensuring practical and compliant rectification strategies.

Building Inspector

Metro Building Consultancy Pty Ltd
09.2024 - 02.2025

Performed comprehensive building inspections to identify non-compliant elements and safety risks, ensuring projects adhered to relevant codes and standards.

Produced detailed inspection reports with clear recommendations and compliance pathways, assisting project teams to maintain code compliance throughout the construction stages.

Engaged closely with clients, consultants, and site teams to provide technical support and resolve inspection findings promptly, contributing to improved project outcomes and safety assurance.

Project Manager

Remedial Building Services
Sydney, NSW
04.2023 - 08.2024
  • Support the senior project manager to deliver the fit out, remediation and passive fire protection project.
  • Manage the stakeholder experience throughout the construction process, including regular communications to keep them informed of progress, taking action, and negotiating solutions to address any concerns.
  • Compile, evaluate, and report on cost and budget data to product feasibility and project control documents.
  • Foster and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, such as contractors, consultants and engineers to achieve required business development while enhancing company image and reputation.
  • Check compliance with all building legislation and principal requirements related to quality, time, cost, and safety.
  • Prepare scopes of work and bid packages to support estimating.
  • Help general manager evaluate project schedules and update and determine appropriate modifications to project plans and resources to reflect project needs.

Project Consulting Services
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Provided technical support to engineering design companies and builders to ensure the fire design complies with the Australian Standards and NCC.
  • Project resources and materials management across various tasks in the project. Conducted work schedule management for sub-companies.
  • Conducted product research and competitor analysis for various products using SWOT and Porter's Five Forces analytical frameworks to identify the critical success factors and activities associated with the supply chain system.
  • Communicated and cooperated with certifiers and technical departments in design companies to identify projects' difficulties and understand stakeholders' needs.

Assistant Project Manager

Innomax Constructions
Sydney, NSW
08.2020 - 01.2022
  • Assisted project manager in managing work development under schedule and contract line in multiple low to mid-tier residential projects.
  • Successfully resolved project cost arguments with clients by effectively utilizing resources and materials to reduce cost and achieve cost-efficiency for both clients and the company.
  • Scheduled utility service providers based on project timelines by conducting 30+ calls daily, including but not limited to pricing negotiation, appointment scheduling, and information management.
  • Established efficient workflow breakdown, monitored daily productivity and completion percentage, and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness.
  • Reviewed architectural designs and continuously communicated with the client to help them understand the plan and became the bridge between design firms and the clients to promote project development promptly.

Education

Graduate Diploma - Building Surveying

University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA
07.2025

Certificate IV - Building and Construction

Monash Education Group Australia
Sydney, NSW
01.2024

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

The University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW
12.2019

Bachelor of Engineering, BE(HONS) - Civil Engineering with Architecture

The University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW
12.2018

Skills

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Bluebeam PDF Revu
  • Microsoft Office
  • InDesign
  • Project Controls
  • Information Management
  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Resource Planning and Utilization
  • Multi-tasker
  • Relationship Building

Timeline

Assistant Building Surveyor

Metro Building Consultancy Pty Ltd
02.2025 - Current

Building Inspector

Metro Building Consultancy Pty Ltd
09.2024 - 02.2025

Project Manager

Remedial Building Services
04.2023 - 08.2024

Project Consulting Services
01.2022 - 04.2023

Assistant Project Manager

Innomax Constructions
08.2020 - 01.2022

Certificate IV - Building and Construction

Monash Education Group Australia

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

The University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Engineering, BE(HONS) - Civil Engineering with Architecture

The University of New South Wales

Graduate Diploma - Building Surveying

University of South Australia
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