Building consultancy for builders, contractors, developers, property owners and insurers—led for ABS by Glen Sim of Awesim Building Consultants.
Practical guidance to help coordinate scope, sequencing, trades, quality and delivery risks
Clear advice on construction methods, defects, compliance and rectification options
Identify issues early and support sensible communication before disputes escalate
ABS connects insurance advice with practical building and construction knowledge
Building consultancy gives builders, contractors, developers and property owners access to practical construction knowledge when a project needs clearer direction. Glen Sim, Director and Building Consultant of Awesim Building Consultants, leads this specialist part of ABS Insurance Brokers.
With more than 35 years of hands-on building and construction experience, Glen can assist with project management, construction scheduling, quality and compliance discussions, technical advice, defect investigations and early dispute resolution. The aim is to identify issues early, provide practical options and help prevent a disagreement from becoming a larger and more costly building dispute.
Where a matter progresses toward NCAT or another legal forum, Glen can also provide technical building advice and expert-witness support through Awesim Building Consultants. Legal strategy and representation remain with the client’s appointed legal advisers.
Support with construction sequencing, scope review, progress and delivery issues
Investigate building concerns against plans, specifications, the NCC and relevant standards
Technical assistance for contractors managing quality, variations, delays and client concerns
Independent technical review of incomplete, defective or non-compliant building work
Practical discussion of repair methods, scope, costs and the consequences of delay
Technical reports, Scott Schedules and evidence support through Awesim where appropriate
Glen Sim brings more than 35 years of hands-on construction experience
Findings are explained in plain language and supported by available project evidence
Understand how building risks may affect projects, claims and insurance discussions
A direct conversation about your project, issue and the most useful next step
Support available across Sydney, Bankstown, Tamworth, Tweed Heads and NSW locations
Speak with ABS about practical building consultancy and technical support.
Building consultancy provides practical, technical and project-based advice about construction work. It can assist with project management, construction sequencing, quality, defects, compliance, rectification and dispute-related building issues.
Glen Sim can assist builders and contractors with project planning, construction scheduling, technical discussions, quality concerns, defect investigations, contract-administration issues and practical options for resolving problems before they become more costly.
Often, early technical advice can help clarify what has happened, what evidence is available, what work may be required and how the parties can communicate a practical way forward. It does not replace legal advice, but it can help the technical issues be understood earlier.
Yes. Through Awesim Building Consultants, Glen can provide technical advice, building inspections, expert witness reports and Scott Schedules for matters that may proceed to NCAT or other legal forums. The appropriate report depends on the dispute, evidence and procedural requirements.
Useful information may include the address, plans, contracts, specifications, photographs, correspondence, inspection reports, notices, invoices, timelines and the specific question you need answered. Do not delay contacting us if evidence may be lost or building work is continuing.
PROJECT RECOVERY SUPPORT
Where a builder is unable to complete the work, insolvency concerns arise, or unresolved technical and compliance issues have stalled progress, ABS Insurance Brokers and Awesim Building Consultants can help bring the facts, priorities and next steps into focus. Our role is to help project stakeholders establish a practical recovery plan for time, cost, quality and compliance.
Review the available contract, drawings, approvals, site condition, completed work, outstanding scope, costs and immediate risks. This creates a documented starting point for informed decisions.
Identify the technical information and remedial work that may be required for the principal certifier, council or other relevant authority. Statutory approvals remain the responsibility of the relevant authority.
Prepare a clear remaining-works and rectification scope, then help coordinate a suitable pathway for re-engagement with appropriately licensed contractors through our established industry networks.
Where appropriate, ABS can help connect stakeholders with potential construction-finance pathways to assess completion options and value recovery. Any finance is subject to separate assessment, approval and terms.
A coordinated approach can reduce uncertainty and help the project move forward. ABS brings insurance and risk perspective; Awesim Building Consultants brings practical construction, defect, compliance and project-recovery experience. Together, we can help stakeholders make the next decision with a clearer evidence base.
General information only. ABS and Awesim do not determine statutory approvals or guarantee project, insurance or finance outcomes. Legal, financial and insolvency advice should be obtained from appropriately qualified advisers.
