Construction Advice

Expert soft-ground tunnelling support, including constructability We offer authoritative construction advice to contractors, providing practical solutions to on-site challenges. Our support includes method statement reviews, troubleshooting ground-related issues, and ensuring that construction methodologies are both safe and commercially viable.soft-ground construction techniques throughout project delivery.

  • Method Statement Review and Optimisation: Detailed assessment and refinement of contractors' Method Statements to ensure technical compliance, constructability, sequence efficiency, and alignment with safety protocols and geotechnical constraints.

  • Soft-Ground Tunnelling Support: Providing expert guidance and practical troubleshooting for soft-ground excavation challenges, including face stability issues, use of Earth Pressure Balance (EPB) and Slurry Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs), and associated ground treatment.

  • Ground-Related Troubleshooting: Rapid response and provision of authoritative solutions for unexpected site conditions, such as sudden changes in ground behaviour, water ingress control, and management of unforeseen obstructions.

  • Commercial Viability Assessment: Reviewing proposed construction methodologies from a commercial perspective, applying expertise to minimise programme risk, reduce operational costs, and enhance overall project value.

  • Temporary Works Liaison: Offering specialist advice on the implementation and sequencing of critical temporary works, ensuring seamless integration with the permanent works structure and construction programme.

  • Contractual Issue Resolution: Providing technical input and expert opinion to assist contractors in resolving complex ground-related contractual disputes, variations, and claims.