OUR SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL OWNER BUILDER PROJECT MANAGEMENT.

YourBuild Ally acts as your independent Project Manager—translating the technical, commercial, and practical aspects of construction into clear, actionable steps. You stay in control of your project, while we ensure it’s delivered efficiently, safely, and to a professional standard.

Project Management is the structured process of planning, coordinating, and controlling all aspects of your build—from design and procurement through to construction and handover. In an owner-build context, it ensures your project stays on track, on budget, and compliant with all relevant approvals and technical standards.

While owner builders maintain control of their project, having a qualified Project Manager beside you bridges the gap between your vision and the industry’s technical complexities—helping you manage risks, sequence works efficiently, and make informed decisions every step of the way.

Our Project Management services include:

  • Technical Oversight: Led by a degree-qualified Civil & Structural Engineer, YourBuild Ally brings professional insight into design interpretation, structural compliance, and construction methodology—helping to identify issues early before they become costly problems.

  • Procurement & Trade Coordination: We assist with preparing work packages, sourcing trades and suppliers, and reviewing quotations to ensure you get fair, competitive pricing and the right scope inclusions.

  • Contract & Commercial Management: Benefit from our experience negotiating agreements and managing contractor obligations—protecting you from variations, cost overruns, and disputes.

  • Schedule & Budget Control: We help sequence works logically, manage lead times, and track budgets to ensure your build progresses smoothly and efficiently.

  • Quality & Compliance Assurance: Regular progress reviews and inspections help confirm that the works meet design intent, specification, and relevant building codes.

  • Risk Reduction: We foresee challenges and plan around them—whether that’s supply delays, design changes, or coordination between multiple trades.

Design & Engineering Management.

Design & Engineering Management involves coordinating all the technical and creative elements that shape your build—ensuring your architectural design aligns with the structural, civil, and compliance requirements needed for a safe, buildable, and approved project.

When you choose to owner build, you take on the responsibilities that a registered builder would normally manage behind the scenes. This includes engaging and coordinating multiple consultants such as draftsmen, engineers, energy assessors, and surveyors. Each discipline produces documentation that must align perfectly to obtain a Building Permit and to ensure your construction proceeds smoothly and compliantly.

Without professional coordination, even small discrepancies between architectural and engineering drawings can lead to costly redesigns, approval delays, or on-site construction issues. Design & Engineering Management ensures all documentation works together seamlessly—protecting both your budget and your schedule.

With professional oversight from YourBuild Ally, you can be confident that your plans are technically sound, fully coordinated, and ready for approvals and construction—giving your project the solid foundation it needs to succeed.

At YourBuild Ally, we act as your central point of contact to manage the entire design and engineering process. Led by a degree-qualified Civil & Structural Engineer, we ensure every aspect of your documentation is practical, compliant, and ready for construction.

Our role includes:

  • Engaging and coordinating consultants – architects, draftsmen, engineers, surveyors, and energy assessors.

  • Reviewing drawings and reports to identify conflicts or omissions before they cause delays.

  • Ensuring structural and civil design aligns with your architectural intent and NCC / local council requirements.

  • Managing revisions and updates to keep all disciplines working from the latest documentation.

  • Verifying technical compliance for Building Permit submissions.

  • Providing guidance on cost-efficient, buildable solutions to help you avoid unnecessary complexity.

ESTIMATING.

Estimating is the process of accurately determining the total cost of your project—covering materials, labour, equipment, and all associated fees and allowances.

A detailed estimate is essential for any owner builder. It provides a clear financial roadmap, allowing you to manage your budget, secure finance, and make informed decisions before construction begins.

At YourBuild Ally, we use professional estimating methods—breaking down your drawings into measurable quantities, realistic trade rates, and local supplier pricing. Our estimates are built on local knowledge, reliable contacts, and access to trusted trades and suppliers, ensuring accuracy and practicality.

Your estimate includes:

  • Comprehensive materials breakdown – every key component costed in detail.

  • Fully itemised labour costs – clear trade-by-trade breakdown for complete transparency.

  • Itemised fees and insurances – all statutory and project-related costs clearly outlined.

  • Inclusion of trusted local suppliers and trades – leveraging our network for realistic, market-aligned pricing.

  • Total project cost summary – enabling you to adjust plans and specifications to meet your budget.

  • Feasibility cost option – helping you determine whether your project is financially viable before proceeding.

  • Finance-ready report – suitable for submission to lenders to support funding applications (please confirm specific requirements with your lender).

Beyond the numbers, we save you valuable time and effort—managing the entire quoting process on your behalf. We coordinate directly with trades and suppliers, ensuring accurate, timely pricing so you can focus on planning your build with confidence.

Our estimating service transforms uncertainty into clarity—giving you a realistic, data-driven foundation to build your dream home on your terms..

SCHEDULING.

Scheduling outlines the logical sequence of works required to complete your project—setting clear timelines for design, procurement, approvals, and on-site construction.

A well-prepared schedule helps you visualise the build from start to finish, identify critical tasks, and avoid downtime between trades.

We apply project management principles to create practical, easy-to-follow timelines that align with your design, materials, and availability of trades.

With our scheduling support, you’ll:

  • Know exactly when each trade is required

  • Manage lead times for materials and approvals

  • Identify dependencies to prevent costly delays

  • Stay accountable to realistic milestones

By planning your project properly, you’ll reduce stress, stay organised, and build with confidence—just like a professional builder.

Construction Progress Inspections.

Building Inspections provide independent verification that your construction is being completed correctly, safely, and in accordance with approved plans, engineering documentation, and all relevant standards.

As an owner builder, you are legally responsible for ensuring your home is built to code and meets the quality and safety requirements set out by the National Construction Code (NCC) and applicable Australian Standards. While trades and contractors focus on their specific scopes, they may not always check for broader compliance issues that affect the overall structure or integrity of your build.

Independent inspections help identify potential defects, non-conformances, or safety concerns early—before they become expensive or difficult to rectify. They also provide valuable peace of mind that each stage of your build meets both regulatory and professional benchmarks.

With YourBuild Ally’s engineering and project management expertise, you gain more than a standard inspection—you gain professional assurance that your project is built safely, to specification, and in accordance with the national standards that govern Australia’s construction industry.

At YourBuild Ally, we carry out professional inspections at key stages of construction—such as pre-slab, plate height, roof cover, waterproofing, and practical completion—to ensure works are completed in line with approved documentation and industry standards.

Our inspections include:

  • Verification against NCC and Australian Standards – assessing compliance with key structural, safety, and performance requirements.

  • Comparison with approved architectural and engineering drawings to confirm the works match design intent.

  • Review of workmanship and material quality across all visible structural and finishing elements.

  • Identification of defects, omissions, or safety risks that may impact compliance or performance.

  • Clear, written inspection reports with photographs, findings, and recommended corrective actions.

  • Independent oversight before progress payments—protecting your investment and helping you make informed decisions before proceeding.

Approvals & Documentation

We handle the entire application process—preparing forms, collating documents, liaising with your designer, engineer, and local authority, and ensuring all requirements are met.
With our guidance, you’ll:

  • Avoid common delays due to missing information

  • Ensure compliance with NCC, R-Codes, and council policies

  • Have clear visibility of approval timelines and outcomes

  • Reduce back-and-forth between consultants and council

Building Surveyor

At YourBuild Ally, we manage the entire process of engaging and coordinating the Building Surveyor on your behalf. Services include:

  • Engaging a qualified private Building Surveyor appropriate for your project type and council area.

  • Collating and reviewing all required documentation to ensure it’s complete, consistent, and ready for assessment.

  • Liaising with your designer, engineer, and energy assessor to resolve any compliance gaps or design conflicts before submission.

  • Submitting documentation for assessment and managing correspondence with the Building Surveyor through to the issue of the BA3 Certificate of Design Compliance.

  • Providing guidance on any conditions or recommendations included in the CDC to ensure they’re addressed before the Building Permit application.

Energy Efficiency Assessment

At YourBuild Ally, we manage the complete process of engaging and coordinating a qualified energy assessor on your behalf. Services include:

  • Engaging a certified energy assessor familiar with local NCC requirements and WA climate zones.

  • Providing the assessor with accurate, up-to-date drawings and specifications to ensure an efficient assessment.

  • Coordinating with your designer and engineer to adjust design elements (insulation, glazing, shading, etc.) for optimal compliance and comfort.

  • Reviewing the assessment report to confirm all recommendations and compliance notes are practical and achievable.

  • Submitting the Energy Efficiency Certificate as part of your Building Permit documentation pack.

Site Surveying

At YourBuild Ally, we take the guesswork out of the surveying process by engaging and coordinating qualified licensed surveyors on your behalf. Our role includes:

  • Engaging a licensed land or engineering surveyor suitable for your project requirements.

  • Coordinating the preparation of feature and contour surveys, boundary re-establishment, or site set-out as required.

  • Ensuring survey data aligns with your design, engineering, and council submission requirements.

  • Reviewing survey outputs to confirm completeness and accuracy before issuing to your designer or engineer.

  • Managing updates and additional surveys (e.g., for retaining walls, drainage, or construction set-out) throughout the project.

Trade & Supplier Coordination

At YourBuild Ally, We support you by:

  • Preparing clear work packages and tender requests

  • Reviewing and comparing quotes for accuracy and inclusions

  • Assisting with purchase orders and commercial agreements

  • Coordinating site access and sequencing between trades

Our experience in procurement and contract negotiation ensures you secure quality trades at fair rates—while maintaining accountability, communication, and progress on site..

Coaching

At YourBuild Ally, Whether you’re reviewing drawings, managing trades, planning the next stage, or dealing with unexpected site issues, YourBuild Ally provides clarity, structure, and calm guidance when you need it most.

Our coaching is flexible and tailored to your needs. You can engage us for one-off consultations, milestone check-ins, or ongoing project mentoring. We assist with:

  • Understanding drawings, quotes, and contracts.

  • Navigating council approvals, permits, and compliance requirements.

  • Managing communication and coordination with trades and suppliers.

  • Reviewing budgets, estimates, and schedules to stay on track.

  • Identifying risks early and making practical, informed decisions.