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BSE News | BSE and PIF: Working Together to Support Homeless Youth

With BSE recently renewing our membership with the Property Industry Foundation (PIF), we’re taking a look back at the past 12 months and some of the initiatives we’ve been proud to support.

Construction Rocks 🎸

Most recently, we attended Construction Rocks, an epic battle of the bands for the property and construction industry.

The BSE team had a fantastic evening rocking out to hits like Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again, Pink Pony Club, Killing in the Name, and It’s a Long Way to the Top. The event raised over $100,000 for The Haven Project which builds homes for well-established youth homelessness charities which then operate them.

We didn’t just come home with great memories. Andrew and Nicki Fraser found themselves in a friendly bidding war in support of the cause and took home a guitar, which is now proudly on display in our Sydney office.

HoMie 🧥

Another exciting initiative is our pro bono work for HoMie, a Melbourne-based streetwear label and social enterprise. HoMie is opening a boutique at the Emporium Melbourne, and BSE is partnering to provide building services engineering to help bring the project to life.

 

100% of HoMie’s profits go towards supporting young people affected by homelessness or hardship. Since 2015, the organisation has supported over 3,700 young people. We are grateful to PIF for connecting us with this meaningful opportunity to give back, and we look forward to sharing updates on this project.

Give Back Night 🧤

Earlier in the year, BSE supported PIF’s Give Back Night by donating toiletries, feminine hygiene products, and make-up. Our very own Godfrey Frederick, Director – National Strategic Partnerships, helped pack more than 1,500 essential winter items for The Salvation Army’s Oasis Youth Services and The Girls Refuge.

 

BSE is proud of our continuing involvement with PIF and looks forward to supporting their causes over the next 12 months.

Images courtesy of HoMie and the Property Industry Foundation

BSE News | 10 Years of Godfrey Frederick

Last week, our Sydney team celebrated Godfrey Frederick’s 10-year anniversary at BSE! Joining the team in 2015, Godfrey has been an integral part of BSE’s growth & continued success.

It was a great lunch filled with conversation, laughter, and shared memories at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron.

Over the past ten years, the team has grown from 50 to more than 100 members. In his role as Director - National Strategic Partnerships, Godfrey has played a key part in that growth by leading BSE’s business development initiatives.

Andrew Fraser, CEO, who spoke at the event, commented on the milestone:

“A decade has flown. Godfrey has shaped BSE’s culture, reputation, and growth. It feels like he has always been part of our community. I’m honoured to work with him as a Director at BSE and as a true friend.”

Godfrey remarked during his speech that he’d be with BSE for another 10 years . . . we’re definitely going to hold him to that. And yes, the rumours are true. You get a watch after 10 years at BSE . . . it might be a purple puzzle watch though!

Cheers to 10 years of being part of #TeamBSE, Godfrey!

Life at BSE | Sydney Does Darts for Mid-Year Event

Our Sydney team recently held their mid-year event, and it really hit the mark! 🎯

 

It wasn’t your usual game of darts, as it had a digital twist with 6 social darts games like Snakes and Ladders. 🐍🪜

 

One of the highlights of the night was when Elham hit the bullseye in the final round of Donkey Derby. 🎯 Her bullseye sent everyone else back to the starting line, then she nailed her number to take the win! 🏁🫏

 

Shout-out to our NSW sharpshooters who had the highest scores at the end of the night:

🥇 Alfie

🥈 Simon

🥉 Sol

Want to join Team BSE? 🙋 Check out our openings here.

The Property Congress 2025 | BSE Attendees

BSE will be attending the Property Council of Australia’s The Property Congress 2025! This year, we’re heading to WA, with the event taking place at Crown Perth from October 14–16.

 

Representing #TeamBSE will be Godfrey Frederick and Amelia Fraser from our National Strategic Partnerships team.

 

If you’re attending, reach out—we’d love to connect! We’re once again looking forward to engaging with industry professionals and exploring innovative engineering solutions.

 

See you there, and don’t forget to say hi! 

Life at BSE | July 2025

Here are some of the things that we were up to in July:

📍 Sydney played some games organised by our Acoustics and Finance teams. The Blue team came out on top! 💙💚❤️💛 Who else remembers playing Simon as a kid? 🙋

📍 Adelaide welcomed a visit from Godfrey Frederick! ✈️

📍 Brisbane ‘built’ a new city with our very own Jasmine Jesi stepping in as ‘Mayor’ at a Young Professionals event hosted by our friends at GHD! 🏙️

📍 Andrew Fraser, Jonathan Ramajoo, and Mun Ng attended the Dolphins v Cowboys NRL game! 🏉

Life at BSE | Melbourne Goes Golfing at Flinders Street Station

BSE’s Melbourne team recently celebrated the end of the financial year with a round of (mini) golf at Flinders Street Station! 🏌️⛳

 

The course had plenty of surprises for our golfers, including one hole where players abandoned their clubs, donned ears and tails, and used the tail as their golf club. 👯

 

The limited-time "Swingers" installation is part of Rising, Melbourne’s winter festival of art. 🧑‍🎨 Nine female artists from around the world collaborated to create this unique nine-hole playable art exhibition happening until the 31st of August.

 

Revisiting Babylon Rooftop at Westfield Sydney

Godfrey Frederick, Director – National Strategic Partnerships, recently revisited one of BSE’s past projects: Babylon, the rooftop restaurant perched atop Westfield Sydney.

 

BSE provided mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fire protection engineering design services for this stunning concept by the Mantle Group. Designed by Hogg & Lamb, the venue draws inspiration from the legendary Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

 

Six years on, Babylon continues to impress with its timeless design. We at BSE are still in love with the vaulted travertine throughout the space.

 

Check out Dezeen’s feature for a closer look at what makes this space so special here.

Meeting the Mark: Ensuring Quality Through ISO Recertification

BSE recently undertook the recertification of our ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 quality standards. ISO certification is not simply a compliance tool; it is integral to BSE’s Management Framework and how we operate. It serves as the foundation of our business, not only a certificate on the wall.

 

Our approach is designed to be systematic, strategic, and scalable across all teams. These frameworks allow for clear leadership direction, honest feedback, and well-defined priorities.

 

Jessica Chesser, BSE’s National Operations Manager, who led the process, said:

”ISO certification of our Management Framework isn’t a once-a-year box ticking exercise for us, rather it’s the foundation for how we scale and grow. At BSE, the Framework, supported by certification, embeds quality, safety and sustainability into daily operations, drives alignment across teams and ensures we’re growing with resilience. More roadmap, less red tape.

 

Working through the recertification process with our internal team and external auditor, I was again blown away by the enthusiasm, passion, and commitment our teams bring to their work, our projects, and delivering exceptional outcomes with our project partners.”

 

At BSE, we are committed to continuous improvement. For our clients, this means confidence in our systems, a culture of ownership and accountability, a framework for resilient and scalable delivery, and maturity in both systems and leadership.

Ocean Views at Camilla Residences

BSE is proud to announce that we have been appointed by QNY to deliver electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and fire protection engineering design services for Camilla Residences, located at 162 Surf Parade, Broadbeach.

 

With the recent lodgement of the Development Application, our QLD team looks forward to contributing to a building that will be a welcome addition to the Gold Coast skyline.

 

This $120 million, 25-storey boutique project will comprise 31 residences, offering a mix of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom units. Located opposite the Broadbeach Bowls Club, residents will have fantastic ocean views. 

 

Check out The Urban Developer’s article for more details here.

 

Images Courtesy of QNY

BSE News | EOFY Recap With Nicki Fraser

With FY25 now in the rearview mirror, BSE’s Director – National Finance, Nicki Fraser, sat down with us to reflect on the past financial year. She shared insights into how BSE performed amidst a challenging economic climate, highlighting our continued commitment to clients, and the expansion of our service offering through the launch of our national vertical transport division.

 

Read Nicki's EOFY Recap below:

“As we close out the 2024–25 financial year, we have seen a resilient performance for the business despite a challenging economic environment. Strong delivery across our core sectors residential and living, commercial, education, health, retail, industrial, and government has maintained stability in our national operations. While market conditions varied across regions, our commitment to client service, technical excellence, and sustainable design outcomes helped us retain long-term partners and win strategic new work. We have expanded our engineering consulting services to include new disciplines, notably the establishment of our national vertical transport division.

 

Residential and living continued to lead in project volume, while growth in retail, industrial and health has provided valuable diversification. Education and government work remained stable, particularly through frameworks and repeat clients. We’ve also invested in our people, digital tools, and project delivery systems to improve efficiency and support sustainable growth.

 

Focused project delivery allows us to maintain growth and invest in key initiatives to drive the business forward including digital capability, team development, and innovation in sustainable engineering.

 

Looking ahead to FY25–26, we are expecting moderate revenue growth, supported by a strengthening pipeline in sporting venues, education, health, and adaptive reuse opportunities.

 

Our culture of collaboration, sustainability and engineering excellence remains the foundation of our success. As we move into the new financial year, we thank our clients, partners, and dedicated staff for their continued trust and contribution to shaping better, more sustainable built environments across Australia.”

Welcome Q&A | Robert Holman

With Robert Holman joining #TeamBSE in May of this year, we took some time to sit down for a chat and get to know him better. In this Q&A, Robert shares what drew him to BSE along with his career journey so far.

 

What attracted you to BSE?

What really drew me to BSE was the opportunity to establish and lead the vertical transportation discipline across a national business, with the full support of a team that genuinely values quality and practical delivery.

 

What can clients expect when working with you?

A collaborative approach that considers all aspects of the design—redundancy, accessibility, maintenance, goods and furniture movement—all underpinned by a level of service tailored to the needs of the project and the end users.

 

How can you contribute to BSE’s growth?

My passion to grow the BSE business and team, leading, mentoring, guiding, and developing future generations of consulting engineers.

 

Can you tell us more about your career?

I’ve spent my entire professional career specialising in vertical transportation consulting. During that time, I’ve had the privilege of working with tier 1 companies across a wide range of projects and sectors throughout Australia and the Asia-Pacific. I’ve also worked with some fantastic clients, including QIC, Gurner, Marriott, Thirdi, CBUS, and Queensland Health. This breadth of experience has helped me understand how to tailor vertical transportation solutions to suit each project’s unique needs.

 

What are some challenging projects you’ve worked on?

Some standout and challenging projects include 101 Albert Street, La Pelago, and Park Lane.

 

101 Albert Street is a premium commercial development with a main lobby located two levels above ground, which meant wayfinding and direct lift access were critical. Pedestrian modelling helped guide the design of the lift lobby and speed gates.

 

La Pelago is a high-rise residential tower with a boutique hotel embedded mid-structure. Given the high traffic demands of the hotel, we introduced a sky lobby serviced by express lifts, preventing hotel traffic from impacting the residential floors below. We were also able to stack the hotel and residential lifts vertically and used a TWIN system to allow two independently operating lift cars within the same shaft, saving several unserviceable floors.

 

Park Lane is a super-tall residential tower that required high-speed lifts to meet service expectations, including journey time. Additional challenges included building sway, piston effect, and lift car pressurisation—all of which were managed through close collaboration with VT contractors and early design planning.

 

How did you overcome these challenges?

It came down to early coordination and a willingness to explore different lifting strategies. We worked closely with architects and consultants to refine the arrangements, supported by traffic modelling to test how each option would perform. By understanding peak demand and user flow, I was able to recommend solutions that balanced performance, space, and cost. I also worked hand-in-hand with VT contractors to incorporate modern technologies like destination control, TWIN systems, and high-speed lifts.

 

What’s Robert like outside of work?

Outside of work, life’s full-on—in the best way. I’ve got four young kids, including twin 10-month old boys, so my house is very energetic. I love watching the Brisbane Lions, sitting around a campfire, firing up the BBQ, or heading out for a run. I’m currently training for my second half marathon, which I’ll be running at the end of July.

 

Thanks for chatting with us, Robert! We’re glad to have you on the team and can’t wait to see the great things you’ll do in your role as BSE’s National Team Leader – Vertical Transportation. Welcome again!

Elevation | Andrew Sayer Elevated to Director – VIC

BSE is pleased to announce the elevation of Andrew Sayer to Director – VIC.

 

As State Lead based in our Melbourne office, Andrew will oversee BSE’s operations across Victoria. With his strong multi-disciplinary capabilities and focus on client satisfaction, the VIC office is in excellent hands. Under Andrew’s leadership, the team will continue to work closely with clients and project partners to identify opportunities for efficiency and delivery of practical and effective engineering solutions.

 

Andrew said of his appointment: “I’m honoured to step into the role of VIC Director at BSE. I’m grateful for the support and trust of our leadership team, the collaboration of our clients and partners and the ongoing dedication of the brilliant team around me. I’m excited for what’s ahead as we continue to grow our presence in Victoria and deliver practical, high-quality engineering solutions.”

 

Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion, Andrew!

Making Movie Magic at AIE Canberra

BSE is proud to partner with the Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) on the multi-stage transformation of its Watson Campus in Canberra—set to become a landmark hub for film, games, and interactive media education in Australia. As part of its bold campus renewal, AIE has directly engaged BSE to deliver mechanical, electrical, and fire protection engineering services for Stage 1 of the redevelopment.

 

AIE, a not-for-profit educator based in Canberra, is a world leader in specialist games and visual effects education. The academy offers a dynamic range of courses spanning game development, animation, film, and VFX.

 

Stage 1 of the redevelopment includes the establishment of an interim stand-alone campus made up of three buildings: a Student Production Hall, Production Hall Facilities with Workshop, and an Education and Industry Building. Future stages are planned to include Student Accommodation, along with additional Production Halls, and further Education and Industry spaces.

 

As part of this $200M+ three-stage renewal, BSE’s designs take into consideration the future stages of the project. The electrical scope for Stage 1 includes reviewing solar energy integration, designing power infrastructure for EV charging facilities, and developing telecommunications layouts including distribution frames and outlets.

 

Brendon Newham, BSE’s Director for ACT says that “We’re proud to be part of a project that puts Canberra on the map for film and game production. We’re grateful to AIE for trusting us to help deliver the engineering behind a campus that will open up real opportunities for local students and the creative industry.”

 

The ultimate goal is for the campus to become Canberra’s principal destination for games and film education, research, and production. By attracting larger interstate and international productions, AIE will provide students and graduates with greater job opportunities within the industry. The completed campus is projected to host up to 600 students by 2038 and will function as an integrated living, learning, and working destination.

 

John De Margheriti, Chairman and CEO of AIE, widely regarded as the father of Australian video games, says that “Effectively, AIE Studios will provide all the gear, all the equipment, the caveat remember is that it births from an educational institution, what we’re trying to get out of it is to make sure our graduates have placements. So, we want to see our job rates go through the roof.” John’s goal is to create something special in Canberra so that more Hollywood-scale movies can get made in the ACT.

 

BSE is excited to be part of this groundbreaking project, which will help shape the Australian film industry.

 

Project Lead: Brendon Newham

 

Images Courtesy of AIE

Amelia Fraser Chosen to Participate in 500 Women in Property for FY26

The Property Council of Australia has announced its 500 Women in Property for FY26, and #TeamBSE is proud to share that Amelia Fraser, Manager – National Strategic Partnerships, has been chosen to participate.

 

Amelia will be supported by Ken Loh, Associate Director – VIC, who will act as her sponsor throughout the 12-month program.

 

Now in its 10th year, 500 Women in Property is an initiative that supports the advancement of women in the property industry by helping to elevate female talent and create pathways to leadership.

Welcome | Jamie Waygood Joins Our NSW Team With a Focus on Newcastle

BSE is pleased to welcome Jamie Waygood as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, with a focus on supporting our clients in the Newcastle region.

 

Jamie is a skilled mechanical engineer listed on the National Engineering Register (NER), with over 10 years of experience spanning mining, building services, energy efficiency, and HVAC design. He has worked across a range of sectors, including health, industrial, aged care, laboratories, education, commercial, residential, retail, and transport.

 

His diverse project involvement includes work on NorthConnex, Macquarie Island Research Station, Scone Equine Hospital, and ANSTO Nuclear Medicine Research Laboratory.

 

Jamie brings strong capabilities in energy modelling, Section J and JV3 compliance, and in delivering cost-effective, sustainable solutions to BSE’s clients.


Stuart Johnson, BSE’s NSW Director, said:

“We’re excited to have Jamie on board. With his knowledge and experience across major infrastructure and complex building projects, Jamie is well-placed to support our clients in Newcastle and the Hunter region as we continue to grow our presence there.”

Beyond BSE | David Luck Admitted Into the Order of St John

We’re proud to share that our very own David Luck, National Team Leader – Acoustic Services, was recently admitted into the Order of St John, a profound honour recognising his charitable service, particularly through his work with St John Ambulance (NSW).

 

The Governor of New South Wales, Her Excellency Margaret Beazley AC KC, in her role as Deputy Prior of The Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St John of Jerusalem, conducted investitures for admissions to and promotion within the Order.

 

We're pleased to share some lovely photos from the day, featuring Dave and his partner Suzanne at Government House.

 

Congratulations from #TeamBSE, David!

Life at BSE | Brisbane’s Amazing Race

BSE’s Brisbane team recently hit the streets for their very own Amazing Race! 🏁 It was a day full of challenges that had teams bringing their A-game.

 

A big congratulations to the Candy Crushers for taking first place! 🍬🍬🍬 Shoutout to Robert Holman (team captain), Deney, Bevan, Yi, Jasmin, and Emma, who dazzled the competition in their hot pink high-vis. 🥇

 

Hats off to Lettuce Win, Fireballs, Ruban’s Cuban Fusion, The Typhoon Syndicate, and Black Bandits for giving them a run for their money! Who do you think had the best team name and costume? 🤔

 

Want to join TeamBSE? 🙋 Check out our openings here.

Welcome | Robert Holman Joins BSE as National Team Leader for Vertical Transportation

BSE is excited to welcome Robert Holman as our National Team Leader for Vertical Transportation, based in our QLD office. In this national role, Robert will collaborate closely with our teams across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, and Adelaide.

 

Robert is a highly experienced vertical transportation engineer, with the past 9 years spent designing and implementing lifts, escalators, and moving walkways. He is registered in New South Wales as a Design Practitioner for Vertical Transportation and is a member of the Lift Engineering Society of Australia.

 

He brings deep technical knowledge and a strong focus on delivering innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions. His sector experience spans commercial, education, government, healthcare, aged care, hospitality, residential, retail, and transport. Robert has worked on a wide range of projects across Australia, as well as internationally in New Zealand, Vietnam, Thailand, and Papua New Guinea.

 

With Robert on board, there’s nowhere to go but up for BSE’s clients . . . unless there’s a basement – then we’ll go down too.

 

Robert said of his appointment:

“This role presents a fantastic opportunity to lead the technical direction and strategic growth of our Vertical Transportation capabilities across the country. I’m looking forward to driving innovation, integration, and performance across a wide range of projects—ensuring our VT solutions are practical, future-ready, and user-centric, contributing meaningfully to the performance and experience of the greater built environment.”

BSE Guides QLD Buildings to Achieve WiredScore Accreditation

In today’s digital world, reliable and resilient connectivity is no longer optional, it’s essential. WiredScore, a globally recognised certification, offers a clear competitive advantage by verifying that a building's digital infrastructure supports modern business needs, enhances tenant experience, and is ready for future technological advancements. This means that landlords and developers can lease their buildings faster by leveraging the great digital connectivity in their buildings.

 

Our QLD team has recently guided three prominent buildings in the state through the WiredScore certification process:

 

 

In addition, 450 Queen Street, currently under redevelopment in Brisbane, is undergoing WiredScore certification.

 

These great results underscore BSE’s commitment to designing and delivering buildings that not only meet today’s digital connectivity demands but are also future-ready. WiredScore certification ensures our projects align with the highest global standards, reinforcing our reputation as leaders in smart, innovative building design.

 

Need guidance in attaining your WiredScore certification? Whether it’s an existing building or a new development, BSE is here to help clients navigate the process while delivering cost-effective design strategies that support achieving the client’s desired score.

Image courtesy of Kgbo

Newcastle Condition Audit for Venues NSW

BSE has proudly worked with Venues NSW for the past several years. Our NSW team has had the pleasure of working on iconic venues such as the Sydney Cricket Ground, Allianz Stadium, CommBank Stadium, and WIN Stadium.

 

Our latest engagement with Venues NSW brought us to Newcastle. BSE was tasked with conducting comprehensive Condition Audits of existing building services installations at McDonald Jones Stadium and the Newcastle Entertainment Centre and Showground. These audits are essential for the assessing the current state of plant and equipment, establishing a risk profile, and determining the remaining lifespan of critical assets.

 

The team also highlighted necessary rectification works, providing clear commentary on compliance issues and identifying potential risks. This enables Venues NSW to make informed decisions regarding maintenance planning and budget allocation for the next 5 years. This proactive approach helps ensure that the venues remain operational and safe for all users. The audit covered the electrical, mechanical, fire protection, and hydraulics building services.

 

The McDonald Jones Stadium is located the heart of Newcastle and is a hub for sports and entertainment. Home to the Newcastle Knights in the NRL and the Newcastle Jets in the A-League, it hosts exhilarating matches that bring together passionate local fans. Beyond sports, the stadium welcomes major concerts and events, with Elton John, Paul McCartney, and Pink having performed at the venue. Given its prominence, maintaining the safety and reliability of the stadium’s building services is paramount.

 

Equally important, the Newcastle Showground which houses Newcastle Entertainment Centre serves as a versatile venue for concerts, exhibitions, and sporting events. Over the years, it has hosted numerous renowned artists such as Celine Dion, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, and Taylor Swift to name a few. With its ability to adapt to various events and accommodate large audiences, the centre is a cultural cornerstone in the region.

 

BSE is pleased to support the safety and sustainability of these significant venues. Our work helps Venues NSW ensure that the high-quality experiences that McDonald Jones Stadium and the Newcastle Entertainment Centre and Showground have to offer will be enjoyed for years to come.

Images courtesy of McDonald Jones Stadium

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