Clyde Hub Facility Building, Sydney
Built to bridge a gap most property buyers never see.
This is where SLS steps in
By guiding the inspection, technical due diligence, and negotiation process from the outset.
Pre-purchase building and pest inspections are technical and compliance-driven, but they are not designed to clearly communicate risk, cost exposure, or what actually matters in a purchase decision.
As a result, buyers are often left with information, but limited clarity.
SLS combines structural engineering expertise with extensive property acquisition experience to help buyers understand risk, shape negotiation strategies, and make better purchasing decisions.
Founded by a Chartered Structural Engineer
Built on structural engineering expertise, real property acquisition experience, and practical due diligence judgement.
James Robinson is a Chartered Structural Engineer and active property investor with experience across major infrastructure and complex structural assessments.
His background combines technical engineering judgement with extensive real-world property acquisition experience, allowing SLS to assess property risk through both a technical and commercial lens.
This is a rare combination in the property buying process, where buyers are often left trying to interpret technical reports without the context needed to understand risk, cost exposure, and negotiation position.
James’ Professional Background and Project Experience
1. Structural Inspection & Assessment Experience
Broken Hill Train Station Building
Ivanhoe Train Station Building
Auburn Maintenance Facility, Sydney
Martin Place Station Service Tunnel, Sydney
Burwood Road Underbridge, Burwood Station, Sydney
Illawarra Dive, Redfern Rail Line, Sydney
Ponds Creek Underbridge, Sydney
Yagoona Station, Liverpool Road Overbridge, Sydney
M5 Motorway Bridges
Coulson Street Underbridge, Sydney
Wentworth Road Overbridge, Sydney
2. Major Infrastructure & Complex Engineering Project Experience
River Torrens to Darlington, Adelaide
Project value $15 billion
Engineering Lead
Design and engineering lead for three complex flyover bridges at James Congdon Drive.
Warringah Freeway Upgrade, Sydney
Project value $1.2 billion
Engineering Lead
Design and engineering lead for two complex bridges at Mount Street.
Sydney Gateway
Project value $1.3 billion
Engineering Lead
Design and engineering co-lead for 70+ retaining structures across the project.
Coffs Harbour Bypass
Project value $2.2 billion
Technical Coordinator, Bridges and Structures
Technical coordinator engineering, constructability interface, and stakeholder review.
Inland Rail, Gowrie to Kagaru
Project value $3.55 billion
Bridge Engineer
Bridge engineer for rail viaducts through the Toowoomba ranges.
WestConnex Rozelle Interchange, Sydney
Project value $3.9 billion
Bridge Engineer and Package Lead
Bridge engineer across bridges and retaining structures.
Rail Infrastructure Alliance, Melbourne Metro Tunnel, Melbourne
Project value $1 billion
Lead Structural Engineer
Lead structural engineer for structures at the South Yarra portal.
Tonkin Highway Extension & Thomas Road Upgrade, Perth
Project value $900 million
Engineering Lead
Engineering lead for complex steel pedestrian bridge over Orton Road.
Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 Enabling Works, Sydney
Project value $250 million
Structures Lead
Structures lead for enabling works tender design.
Caulfield to Dandenong Level Crossing Removal, Melbourne
Project value $1.6 billion
Structural Engineer
Structural engineering support across rail infrastructure works.
Parramatta Light Rail, Sydney
Project value $2.4 billion
Structural Engineer, Tender Design
Structural engineer for tender design.
WestConnex M4 East Motorway, Sydney
Project value $3.2 billion
Engineer and Package Lead
Engineer and package lead for major motorway infrastructure.
Additional Credentials
Technical Publications
Published technical literature with recognised engineering institutions in Australia and internationally.
- 2025
Design and Construction of Two Irregular Shaped Bridge Widenings
View publication : Design and Construction of Two Irregular Shaped Bridge Widenings (PDF, opens in a new tab) - 2016
Influence of Flange and Web on Local Buckling of I Sections Under Bending
View publication : Influence of Flange and Web on Local Buckling of I Sections Under Bending (PDF, opens in a new tab)
- 2025
Certifications
Chartered Structural Engineer (CPEng)
View certificate : Chartered Structural Engineer (CPEng) (opens in a new tab)Certification of Completed Requirements for Pre-purchase Building Inspector
View certificate : Certification of Completed Requirements for Pre-purchase Building Inspector (opens in a new tab)
Property Acquisition Experience
An experienced property investor, James has been personally involved in 10+ property acquisitions across various Australian states and territories, with extensive hands-on experience navigating the buying process, negotiating with selling agents and vendors, and developing strategies to achieve stronger purchase outcomes.