When purchasing or leasing commercial or industrial property and land in VIC, NSW, QLD, SA or ACT, a comprehensive Due Diligence report process is vital. It works two ways. Before you commit to an acquisition or a lease, so you understand the property and its assets before you sign. Or as a current snapshot of a property you already hold, to establish existing conditions for upcoming development and design.
Etairos delivers Due Diligence as a full service. We scope the assessment to your requirements, coordinate the specialists and report the findings, covering physical, compliance and regulatory risk. Because commercial transactions move quickly, our service is time conscious, built to meet tight deal milestones while ensuring quality.
Etairos means Partner, so we provide the expertise to safeguard your investment and minimise unnecessary risk.
We combine building, services, land and statutory expertise in a single report, so you understand condition, risk, true value and future obligations before you commit.
Our report sets out the physical condition of the building, the land and the commercial viability of the asset.
Building Structure and Fabric Assessment. We inspect the core structure and general building fabric to identify conditions, concrete damage, structural damage and cladding damage.
Existing Services. We assess the condition, age and remaining life of the building services, including Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Sanitary and Fire Protection systems, and identify capacity constraints against your intended use where required.
Test Fit Assessment. We test the building and site against your operational requirements to confirm the space can physically accommodate your intended use, and provide a visual layout of the future operation.
Contamination, Hazardous Materials and Electromagnetic Fields. We review existing registers and organise specialist audits where required to identify the presence of Asbestos, PFAS, Lead or other hazards within the building or ground. This informs you of the risks to occupant and worker health, and the potential remediation costs.
DDA and Accessibility. We assess existing amenities and access against current requirements and report on the works needed to achieve compliance.
Feature Survey and Topography. Where required, we organise a licensed surveyor to capture the existing features of the building and land, enabling proper planning for your development, operations and accurate budgeting.
Traffic Assessment. Where required, we organise traffic engineering studies to determine the traffic requirements for the development of the site.
Future Cost Forecasting (CAPEX). We provide Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) forecasts detailing the likely spending required to bring the property to your intended use, based on current market rates and the condition observed at the time of inspection. This allows you to test your investment or occupation model with confidence.
A commercial or industrial acquisition carries specific statutory responsibilities. Our review gives you the information you need for an informed decision.
Building Classification. We review the existing building classification, the occupancy permit or equivalent and the permitted occupant numbers, and assess whether the building suits the intended future use.
Essential Safety Measures. We review the essential safety measures register and the currency of the annual statement required in the relevant state, and identify measures that are missing, lapsed or not being maintained.
Title and Planning. We review the title for ownership and registered interests, and assess the planning controls covering present use and how they align with the intended future use.
Boundary and Area Survey. We organise a licensed surveyor to confirm property boundaries and identify encroachments or fencing that may support an adverse possession claim.
Investors need an action plan, not just a problem list. We close the gap between diagnosis and execution.
Many firms stop at reporting. We can carry our due diligence findings straight through to delivery. Across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and the ACT we manage the resulting works through Project Management, Superintendent Services and Capital Works Oversight. In Victoria and New South Wales we can also undertake the rectification and remediation works directly as Commercial Builder, so the CAPEX forecast reflects real project costs.
What is Technical Due Diligence and why do I need it?
Technical Due Diligence (TDD) is an independent assessment of a property’s physical condition (snap shot), compliance, and future capital costs, giving property owners, buyers, investors, developers and financiers the risk visibility they need before committing to a transaction, or forecasting capex and maintenance program.
What does an Etairos TDD assessment cover?
The TDD is tailored to your requirements. Upon a meeting, an intake questionnaire is completed to begin the scoping process.
Typically, the TDD covers physical condition of the building and services, compliance and regulatory review, and capital expenditure (CAPEX) forecasting covering structure, roofing, façade, mechanical, electrical, fire and hydraulic services, and essential safety measures.
Who typically commissions a Technical Due Diligence report?
Purchasers, incoming tenants, investors, financiers, and their legal or transaction advisers typically before acquisition, lease commitment, or financing of commercial and industrial property.
Developers and property owners to know the existing condition and details of their property to assist with design development, tenders and construction.
How long does a Technical Due Diligence assessment take?
Typically 3 weeks from engagement depending on property size, access, and available documentation. We work to specific timeframes and can prioritise key risk items early where a transaction deadline is tight.
Can Etairos conduct TDD on a project that is still under construction?
Yes. We assess works in progress against contract documents, approvals, and the NCC. Useful for fund-through acquisitions, staged settlements, or purchasers buying off-plan.
How is an Etairos TDD report delivered?
Upon scope confirmation, a written report covering the scope items such as condition, compliance, risks, and CAPEX forecasts, with photographic evidence and prioritised recommendations. Findings can be briefed to you or your advisers directly.
Can Etairos arrange site investigations for civil works?
Yes. On civil and infrastructure projects we manage, scope and coordinate the investigation works. This includes ground and site investigations, geotechnical, contamination, service location, survey and traffic, then report the findings. The specialist consultants carry out and own the technical results. This helps with costings, latent conditions and scope of works.
Can a TDD capture site conditions before design to reduce delays and variations?
Yes. Used early before design, a TDD establishes the existing site and building conditions so the design team works from facts rather than assumptions. Capturing conditions up front reduces the surprises that drive costly latent conditions, delays, and variations during delivery.
Etairos stands out among construction and project management companies because we:
Every project starts with a conversation. Tell us about your contract and we will bring an experienced, independent perspective. Reach out through our contact page, we would love to hear from you.
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Once you contact us, we will begin the process to define the scope to provide a fee and timeframe.