About Us
Principal Built Engineering Pty Ltd is a private company, entirely owned by its directors and supported by a team of highly skilled engineers and designers. Our design goals is to deliver engineering solutions while adhering to project budgets and maintaining the architectural design intent.
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Fully insured and experienced engineering consultancy
Custom engineering designs tailored to client needs
Accurate, compliant engineering drawings for approvals and builds
Melbourne-based with local regulatory and site condition expertise
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Why Clients Choose Principal Built Engineering
Highly skilled, chartered engineers delivering safe, buildable designs.
Focus on value engineering to optimise budgets and deliver lasting results.
Close alignment with clients, architects and contractors to achieve the project vision.
We prioritise buildable, cost-effective solutions tailored to project needs.
What Our Clients Say
We have used these engineers over a number of years with various structural analyses, They are responsive and provide quality work. They come up with practical solutions / alternatives to make things work in the field while meeting the design intent.
Great service from the team. Kamal was clear and professional in guiding us through the building permit process and provided the required drawings and certification on time. Everything was handled smoothly, and I would happily recommend their services.
Very professional, competitive quote, and more than willing to go the extra mile. Would use them again and recommend them to anyone that needs their services.
Kamal and Fayaz were so helpful, diligent and responsive. I really appreciate the extra care, detail and service. Thank you
We engaged Principle Built Engineers for a residential project and were very impressed with their work. They were professional, responsive, and provided clear, practical solutions that worked seamlessly with our architectural design. Their attention to detail and collaborative approach made the process smooth and efficient. We highly recommend Principle Built Engineers and look forward to working with them again on future projects.
Very Professional people & provided valuable feedback & ideas. Conducted site visit on my invitation on weekends on short notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Principal Built Engineering provides structural and civil engineering services across residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. Our projects range from new homes, extensions, and townhouses to office buildings, warehouses, factories, car parks, and civil infrastructure such as retaining walls and stormwater systems. We also support temporary works and condition assessments across all sectors.
Yes. Principal Built Engineering works with homeowners, architects, builders, developers, and project managers. Our role is to provide independent, compliant engineering design and technical advice that supports approvals, construction, and long-term structural performance. We remain involved from early design through to certification where required.
All engineering designs prepared by Principal Built Engineering comply with the NCC, relevant Australian Standards, and local council or authority requirements. We regularly liaise with councils and regulatory bodies to address technical queries and support efficient approvals. Our documentation is prepared to meet both planning and building permit requirements.
Yes. Principal Built Engineering provides structural inspections, condition assessments, crack and defect inspections, and cracked slab assessments. We also issue engineering compliance certificates for approved structural works. These services support property purchases, dispute resolution, insurance matters, and final occupancy approvals.
A structural engineer should be engaged whenever structural elements are being designed, modified, or assessed. This includes new construction, extensions, load-bearing wall removals, retaining walls, basements, and remedial works. Early engagement with Principal Built Engineering helps identify risks, streamline approvals, and deliver practical engineering solutions.
