Geotechnical Engineering
Decisions are only as robust as the advice and land they’re built on. So, we look at your project’s success from the ground up. Our geotechnical team specialise in providing practical advice and engineering solutions that form the foundations for successful residential, industrial and land development projects.
We work closely with you to determine what level of investigation, analysis, design and reporting is required for a successful outcome. We help you understand how geotechnical conditions influence your development; and by leveraging our many other in-house experts in site and land development, we advise on the most practical, innovative, and effective solutions to reduce or eliminate risk.
Our expert team of geotechnical engineers and technicians have considerable experience working on a diverse range of projects across the South Island and enjoy the challenge of New Zealand’s variable geological environment.
With offices in Christchurch, Queenstown and Hokitika, and staff frequently in Nelson, our geotechnical services are available for projects throughout the South Island.
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Our geotechnical engineering services
Pre-purchase geotechnical investigation and reporting
Geological accretion investigation and assessment
Liquefaction investigation and mitigation
Slope stability investigation and mitigation
Cliff collapse and rockfall investigation and mitigation
Retaining walls
Temporary excavations
Shallow and deep piled foundations for residential, industrial and commercial buildings
Pavement design
Groundwater monitoring
Infiltration testing for proposed stormwater disposal systems
Erosion, sediment and dust control
Construction monitoring of bulk earthworks in accordance with NZS4431:1989
Forensic investigation and reporting (ie. land or foundation damage, settlement, etc.)
Geotechnical reporting for Private Plan Changes
Geotechnical reporting for proposed land development projects (Private Plan Change or Application for Subdivision Consent)
Peer review
Expert evidence
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