Civil Engineering Design and Documentation for construction of residential lifestyle, commercial, industrial and rural developments. We are proud of our reputation for delivering excellence in civil engineering. This is a key focus for the skilled and experienced engineers in the Terrain Engineering Design Consultants (TEG) team.
First and foremost, by facilitating effective and sustainable use of natural resources and providing you with practical, a cost-effective solution, our aim is to ensure that our design work meets your objectives and the relevant council requirements.
Areas of Expertise
- Land Development
- Main Roads
- Roadworks (major and minor)
- Carparks
- Sports and racetrack facilities
- Wastewater drainage
- Stormwater Drainage
- Industrial and Residential Sub-Divisions
- Local Area Traffic Management
- Water Supply
- Bulk Earthworks
- Silt & Erosion Management
- Environmentally Sensitive Designs
- Siteworks
Land Development
From initial concept to detailed design, cost estimating, consent applications, specifications, cost schedules, and construction monitoring, we provide a complete service for residential, commercial and industrial land development projects.
Bulk Earthworks
With the benefit of our highly experienced team of geotechnical, civil and environmental engineers, we offer high-level skills for excellent earthworks design (including silt control design in accordance with Local and Regional Council requirements)––fundamental to the success of your land development project.
Stormwater Drainage
We pride ourselves on our practical approach to stormwater drainage design, using computer analysis to back up our proposals for improvements to existing infrastructure, and designing new drainage systems to serve subdivisions and new developments. We can also provide specific investigation and design services for on-site stormwater soakage systems, when reticulation is not an option. See also our work on overland flood paths and flood-prone sites – Tackling Environmental Issues.
Wastewater Drainage
With design expertise based on practical experience and our extensive knowledge of public health standards, we provide complete services for new wastewater drainage reticulation and the rehabilitation of existing systems in the urban environment. As well, our expertise extends to the design of individual and communal on-site wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and disposal fields for rural clients.
Water Supply
Our team provides a full range of engineering services relating to water supply. This includes evaluating existing water supply systems using computer modelling, designing and monitoring the construction of new supply networks using detailed designs, and specifications that meet local and national potable water standards.
Client Liaison
- Close liaison with client throughout project on progress and performance
- Advice and guidance on implications of all civil engineering matters
- Preparation of project progress reports
Feasibility and Planning
- Advice on civil design options for preliminary cost estimates
- Assist in selection of other specialist consultants e.g. Surveyor/Town Planner
- Identification of engineering constraints and influences on the planning process
- Assistance to client in the planning and layout of the project
- Preparation of feasibility estimates
- Assisting in environmental impact assessment
- Instruction/co-ordination of sub-consultants (e.g. Geotechnical, landscaping)
- Preliminary liaison and negotiation of services with Councils and other authorities
- Arrangement of aerial photography to assist in route planning
Preliminary Design
- Develop alternative preliminary civil designs and/or routes to enable client to determine the most economic and viable alternatives
- Refinement of design options
- Assistance in determination of preferred design solution
- Review of preliminary estimates after survey and Geotechnical information available
- Arrangement of aerial photography to assist in route planning
Documentation
- Complete design of all civil elements
- Detail drawings and technical specifications for tender/construction
- Detail engineering design and documentation for roads, stormwater and roof water drainage, water supply and sewerage to Authority approval
- Calculation and scheduling of quantities
- Preparation of detailed estimate of cost
- Preparation of resumption plans
Authority Approvals
- Negotiation with Local Authorities for approval of civil engineering designs
- Liaison and negotiation of services with Councils and other Authorities during design and construction and obtaining Authority approvals
- Provide Certificate of Completion in accordance with conditions of Authority Approval
Tendering and Contract Administration
- Prepare documents
- Call tenders
- Evaluate tender submissions
- Recommendations to client on tender submissions
- Letting of tender and contract administration of project
- Certification of claims
Site Services
Provide site services during the construction phase as follows:-
- Checking of test results for civil construction materials
- Conduct site inspections and report on site progress
- Ensure the project proceeds in accordance with the intent of the civil design
- Attend site meetings as required
- Co-ordinating design activities with site requirements
- Preparation of "as constructed" plans
Teamwork With Other Consultants
- Maintain close liaison with other consultants involved, throughout project (e.g. project manager, architect, quantity surveyor, service consultants)
Post-Project Follow-Up
- Follow up with client to establish that all services provided were in accordance with client expectations
