“It’s been exhilarating for the judges to have the privilege of seeing first-hand how the best constructors and designers in this country have excelled in successfully completing challenging and iconic construction projects.” The Chair of the Judging Panel, Mr Chris Stoltz said: North Strathfield Rail Underpass – Sydney, – by John Holland Group and Bouygues Travaux Publics Australia for Transport NSW.Glenfield to Leppington Rail Link, Sydney – by John Holland Group.Gateway WA Perth Airport and Freight Access, – by Leighton Contractors, Georgiou Group, GHD, AECOM and BG&E.Dr Chau Chak Wing Building – University of Technology, Sydney – by Lendlease with structural engineering provided by Arup and AECOM.Barangaroo Reserve, Sydney – by Lendlease.The fact the Award process has again attracted such a diverse range of projects exemplifies the skill and expertise within the industry, and the competitive nature of its participants in vying for this major Award,” John McIntosh said. “Each year the Judging Panel shortlists only the very best of the projects nominated. Mr John McIntosh National President of Engineers Australia praised the quality of the 6 Finalists and said they highlighted the exceptional expertise of the engineering profession in the design and implementation of major commercial and infrastructure projects. “The 3 year task of demobilising 13 Defence Units and facilities, including the School of Military Engineering and 2,000 Defence personnel from a 190 hectare site at Moorebank, and relocation to new, purpose-built, facilities was a vast scale project.” Mr Flecker said. The total value of the 6 Finalist Projects this year exceeded $3 billion.Ĭommenting on the announcement of the winner, ACA President John Flecker said that the winning project by constructor Laing O’Rourke Australia Construction Pty Ltd, “showcased the project management and innovative approach required of construction companies on large complex project”. The competition is fiercely contested by Australia’s largest construction and engineering businesses whose projects must first qualify to be finalists and then submit to the most rigorous assessment by a panel of experts. The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) and Engineers Australia (EA) applaud the Moorebank Units Relocation Project at Holsworthy in Sydney’s south west, as the winner of the Australian Construction Achievement Award for 2016.Īnnounced last night in Perth, the Australian Construction Achievement Award is the peak annual award for the major players in Australia’s construction industry.
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