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Mr. Scott Chen

Registered Civil Structural Engineer / Registered Builder / Registered Project Manager / Registered NSW SBBIS Inspector
All eight states and territories of Australia

Specialties & Experience

General Specialties:

Engineering

Specialty Focus:

quantity surveyor, construction manager, Civil engineering, disruption, Building and Construction, design, Focusing on preventing and resolving disputes in construction, delay analysis

Education:

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Years in Practice:

22

Number of Times Deposed/Testified in Last 4 Yrs:

6

Additional Information

As a seasoned professional with over 22 years of experience in the building industry, I bring a comprehensive portfolio of skills and credentials to the table. My foundation as a Civil Structural Engineer is underscored by my CPEng/NER status, a testament to my commitment to engineering excellence and adherence to the highest practice standards.

My expertise extends to holding registration as a Licensed Builder in multiple Australian states, including TAS, VIC, NSW, and NT, enabling me to seamlessly transform complex engineering principles into high-quality construction projects.

In project management, my skills are validated by prestigious accreditations such as PMP (USA) and AIPM (AU), marking my capability to navigate projects towards their successful realization. My proficiency is further recognized by my Chartered Builder status with the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), reflecting a distinguished level of construction management and leadership excellence.

My career trajectory is adorned with involvement in numerous large-scale projects across civil infrastructure, industrial and commercial buildings, and residential developments. This extensive experience has refined my ability to adeptly manage and execute projects across all facets—engineering, construction, and project management—with unparalleled competence and precision.

Forensic Engineering Services - Expertise You Can Trust
As a Member of the Forensic Engineering Society of Australia (FESA), I bring over 22 years of specialised experience in forensic engineering. My expertise focuses on identifying and analysing structural failures, construction defects, and safety non-compliance, providing clear, defensible insights for legal and insurance cases.

With a deep understanding of engineering principles and real-world applications, I offer comprehensive forensic investigations into the causes of building collapses, design flaws, and material failures. Whether you need a detailed report for litigation or an expert witness to testify in court, I ensure objective, thorough assessments based on industry best practices.

Services Offered:

Structural failure analysis
Expert witness testimony
Construction defect investigation
Safety compliance review

As a bilingual professional, I can provide all the aforementioned services in both Chinese and English.
Ensure your case is backed by the best in forensic engineering. Contact me today to discuss how I can support your project or legal matter with my FESA-backed expertise.

Website

https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-chen-au/

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