Geotechnical Engineering

Tonkin provides Geotechnical Engineering services to support our broad design capabilities. Tonkin’s geotechnical team delivers complete geotechnical solutions to a range of disciplines, with specialisation in local and state government infrastructure projects.

Tonkin scopes and leads geotechnical investigations, carefully considering the impact of the encountered ground conditions on a range of design solutions. We work with our clients and project teams on the delivery of civil and structural infrastructure projects across water, transport, waste and land development sectors. 

Tonkin has a strong understanding of how ground conditions can influence and inform design and construction. We pride ourselves on providing intelligent geotechnical inputs using our diverse range of technical skills. We provide practical and concise geotechnical solutions to maximise value to our clients. 

Our capabilities

• Geotechnical services for a variety of disciplines, including: 
  • Pipeline, pump station and ancillary water infrastructure design
  • Transport infrastructure and pavement design
  • Stormwater infrastructure
  • Land development design
  • Containment structures (earth bund storages, wastewater lagoons and landfills)
• Construction phase and temporary works support and quality inspections
• Earthworks design including assessment of volumetric change potential, settlement and slope stability. 
• Retaining wall, footing and foundation design.
• Independent Design Review, Certification and Analysis (IDC / IDA)