The works also included 1.4km of at-grade concrete pathway and 1,500m of new marine balustrade along the Ōrākei Basin boardwalk. Access was a key challenge, with materials, including 16 Super-T beams up to 34m long, requiring careful planning and transport through residential streets. To support construction, a temporary asphalt-surfaced haul road was incorporated into the permanent works, improving efficiency while minimising disruption.
We worked closely with Waka Kotahi, environmental specialists, and Auckland Council to develop a ground-free construction methodology that protected archaeological and ecological features. The team achieved outstanding audit scores, successfully managing site constraints, ecological protections, and complex lifting operations. 3D modelling, virtual construction, and detailed rail closure planning ensured the project was delivered seamlessly. Recognised for its execution and innovative solutions, the project received a PACE score of 83 and won the CCNZ National Award in the $20m-$100m category.
