Pavement Reconstruction - Kennedy Highway, QLD

Description

This project site was located on the Kennedy Highway between Mareeba and Atherton, in Far North Qld.

The project was funded under the Dept. of Transport and Main Rds – National Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements.

The works program included the widening of 2.4km of existing highway from 6m to 9m, a stormwater upgrade, pavement strengthening and landscaping.

Works

Key elements included:

• Earthworks
• Paving
• Drainage Works
• Bitumen Surfacing
• Traffic Management

Challenges

• Extreme Weather
• Traffic Management

Our Management

The Project and Management Systems Team implemented a range of safety, quality, and environmental procedures on this site to improve efficiency across the project.

Cyclone Oswald tested the resilience of the construction and site team. Kennedy Hwy is the main transport link to the Atherton Tablelands and the road was open at all times during construction.

The client acknowledged our commitment and understanding of controlling all documents, traceability and overall project quality.

Value Add

CivilTeam engaged local subcontractors to assist in the delivery of the project which provided economic benefit to the project and flow on effect to the local community.