Geotechnical, Geological, Geomechanical Engineering

Geotechnical characterisation analysis and design sit at the core of our capability.

We offer a complete suite of global geotechnical/geomechanical/geological engineering services.  We’re world-renowned and operate one of the leading geotechnical laboratories in North America.

Our services include:

Site Characterisation

  • Foundation investigation
  • Subsurface exploration
  • Geologic mapping
  • Geologic hazard identification
  • Borrow assessments
  • Screening and blending assessments
  • Performance monitoring and instrumentation
  • Peer review/value engineering
  • Forensic studies
  • Facility siting studies.

Engineering and Design

  • Stability analyses of natural and man-made slopes
  • Seismic risk analysis
  • Seismic source characterisation
  • Earthwuake engineering
  • Foundations
  • Bridge abutments
  • Geosynthetics and containment systems
  • Retaining walls and reinforced soil walls
  • Tie-back systems
  • Pavement systems
  • Embankments (dams, levees, buttresses)
  • Hydraulic structures (culverts, basins)
  • High-stress structures (tanks, silos etc)
  • Difficult and unstable soils
  • Dewatering and seepage analysis and control
  • Slope stabilisation techniques and monitoring systems
  • Ground support - open pit and underground
  • Tunnel and deep excavation design
  • Subsidence evaluations
  • Rock mechanics
  • Design optimisation
  • Physical test work programs.