Railway Goods Shed
Nestled on the outskirts of Toowoomba's bustling CBD, stands a venerable 130-year-old building that has undergone a remarkable transformation, emerging as a versatile venue catering to both commercial endeavours and community gatherings.
Throughout our involvement, we collaborated with Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Consultants, harnessing their specialised expertise to enhance the project. With unwavering diligence, our team conducted meticulous inspections to ensure the faithful execution of the design intent at every stage of the transformation.
Our comprehensive scope of work encompassed the design, documentation, and construction phases of Civil, Hydraulic, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering elements. This intricate project involved the meticulous refurbishment and alteration of the existing state heritage-listed Railway Goods Shed, injecting renewed vitality into its historic framework.
Among the foremost challenges was the task of designing building services to accommodate diverse future public events, while also devising plans for new internal and external rail tracks capable of hosting trains for exhibition purposes, thereby elevating the venue's allure.
Furthermore, we undertook the intricate design of external amenities such as car parking and access roads, pedestrian areas, terraces, and stormwater drainage systems. Overcoming the challenge of unstable ground, we implemented innovative solutions, including strategically layered geogrids to stabilise subgrades for roadways and parking areas, ensuring minimal disruption and optimal efficiency.
Our involvement in the project commenced with thorough site visits aimed at assessing existing conditions and compiling comprehensive reports. Collaborating closely with the project team, we took the lead in designing and documenting the works to the extent of detail required for Construction Tender. This involved active participation in design team meetings and the meticulous development of detailed designs leading up to the Construction Tender phase. Additionally, we prioritised safety by preparing a comprehensive Safety in Design Report.
During the Tender Period, we remained proactive in responding to Requests for Information (RFI) and providing valuable advice to the TRC Project Manager. Our role also extended to participating in the tender evaluation process, ensuring that all aspects of the project were meticulously scrutinized to achieve the desired outcomes.
