Sutherland Shire Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified consultants to be included in our internal consultant list to support Council's development assessment functions.
The list will assist staff in identifying and engaging experienced professionals to provide independent advice, peer reviews, and technical assessments in circumstances where:
* There is an actual or perceived conflict of interest
* Internal resourcing or expertise is unavailable
* Independent expert input is required to assess technical reports submitted with Development Applications (DAs)
* Specialist assistance is needed in Land and Environment Court (LEC) matters, including the preparation of expert evidence
Consultants with expertise in the following fields are encouraged to apply:
* Town Planning / Urban Design
* Heritage Conservation / Architecture
* Landscape Architecture
* Arboriculture
* Civil Engineering
* Structural Engineering
* Traffic & Transport Engineering
* Acoustic Engineering
* Environmental Science
* Building Surveying including performance-based assessment
* Quantity Surveying
* Other specialist disciplines relevant to planning and development assessment
About the Internal Consultant List
This is not a public or standing panel, nor does inclusion guarantee engagement. The purpose of the list is to maintain a pool of trusted professionals that Council staff may contact directly for quotations and engagement as required. Services will be engaged on a fee-for-service basis in accordance with Council procurement procedures.
How to Submit
Please submit an Expression of Interest outlining your skills and experience via the application process below:
* Provide a brief overview of your qualifications and relevant experience relating to the supplied fields
* Include examples of previous work or projects in your area of expertise
* Attach any supporting documentation (e.g., CV, certifications)
* Submit your EOI through the provided link
If you have any questions, please contact
Expressions of Interested should be submitted by 11:59pm Sunday 1 February 2026.