Temporary works are critical to the safe, efficient and successful delivery of construction projects.
Whether supporting major infrastructure, vehicle movements, plant operations, earthworks, piling, excavation or ground improvement activities, temporary works must respond to both the geotechnical conditions on site and the practical realities of construction. FSG uses our expertise in detailed site characterisation, advanced geotechnical analysis and design, and extensive construction experience to develop temporary works solutions that are safe, practical and efficient to deliver.
Our team supports projects from tender stage, planning and design through to construction inspection, verification and sign-off, helping clients understand and manage geotechnical risk throughout the design development and construction process.
By considering all inputs including ground conditions, construction methodology, plant requirements, cost and programme constraints and staging requirements from the outset, we develop temporary works solutions that improve constructability, increase certainty and support safe project delivery.
Temporary works design.
FSG provides specialist temporary works design services for a wide range of geotechnical works and construction applications. Our capabilities include working platforms, crane pads, hard stands, temporary foundations, excavation support systems, retention structures, embankments, temporary slopes, access roads, haul roads and construction staging works. Drawing on our expertise in earthworks, soft soils, groundwater and foundation engineering, we develop solutions that are cost effective, constructable, and tailored to the specific needs and objectives of each project.
Our design approach is founded on realistic ground models developed through targeted site investigations and specialist field testing, including LFWD, PANDA and other easily implemented in-situ assessment techniques.
We integrate plant characteristics, construction loadings, equipment requirements, groundwater conditions, site constraints and sequencing considerations into the design process from the outset, ensuring that temporary works are not only technically sound but also practical to construct and operate. The result is efficient, risk-based designs that support safe construction while minimising unnecessary cost and programme impacts.
On-site inspection and verification testing.
FSG provides independent inspection, monitoring and verification services to ensure that temporary works are well-constructed in accordance with the design requirements. Our construction-phase services combine targeted field testing, site inspections and practical engineering judgement to assess in-situ conditions, verify compliance and provide timely advice to project teams.
Our engineers work closely with contractors and site personnel to identify and address ground-related risks and opportunities as they emerge during construction. Through the use of specialised testing equipment and proven verification methodologies, we provide confidence that temporary works elements are constructed to deliver the required performance criteria.
Early identification and advice around potential issues, combined with responsive technical support, helps minimise delays, improve safety and optimise construction outcomes. We can provide formal verification and sign-off services, giving clients assurance that temporary works have been delivered in accordance with project requirements and in accordance with industry good practice.
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