Project - Parkside

AEGIS Consulting Engineers + Project Managers has been appointed as the lead Engineering Consultants and Superintendent for a remediation project addressing façade deterioration, waterproofing failures, and localised structural defects within an occupied residential building.

Our role includes:

• Forensic investigations to identify sources of water ingress and façade defects

• Preparation of a detailed scope of works and specifications for remedial works

• Structural and remedial design to address identified defects

• Coordination and management of the tender and contract phase

• Preparation of design documentation for submission in accordance with DBP requirements

• Acting in the role of Superintendent for the duration of the project, including site attendances, responding to RFI’s, issuing site instructions, review of progress claims, and coordination with all stakeholders

The works involve:

• Rectification of façade cracking and deterioration

• Waterproofing upgrades to balconies and building envelope

• Localised structural repairs to compromised elements

• Anodic/cathodic protection for advanced concrete spalling (concrete cancer)

Project challenges:

• The site is 300m away from the ocean.

• Work area includes restricting access to the building

• Project budget due to the extent of the concrete spalling

Project team:

Remediation Contractor: Dura Construction

Overall, the project is progressing well despite the challenges of working within an occupied building and managing staging, access, and compliance requirements.

We look forward to delivering a successful outcome for our client upon completion.