Celebrating excellence, our industry awards 2013

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Aurecon 2013 Celebrating excellence

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elebrating excellence

Fostering human achievementOne of Aurecon’s core values is to foster human achievement through excellence, innovation and collaboration. We do this with a strong focus on excellence in all aspects of our client service, by investing in our people and by closely partnering with our clients to deliver successful outcomes. In this industry awards publication we celebrate our shared achievements during 2012.

Congratulations to everyone involved in the awards featured in this publication and thank you for the contribution you have made to your communities.

Paul Hardy Chief Executive Officer, Aurecon Teddy Daka Chairman, Aurecon

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WinnerSouth African Property Owners Association innovative excellence Awards

Category: Top Overall Green Development

Aurecon Century City Aurecon’s office building in Century City, Cape Town, was the first building in South Africa to be awarded a 5 Star Green Star SA — Office Design v1 rating by the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA).

Aurecon provided civil, structural and mechanical services for the new building.

A state of the art Building Management System monitors and controls energy consumption.

High-performance glazing on the windows reduces glare and radiant heat.

Water use is reduced through treated effluent irrigation and the use of rainwater harvesting.

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exCellenCeProperty Council of new Zealand Awards

Category: Tourism and leisure

FinAliSTWorld Stadium Awards

Category: engineering excellence

Forsyth Barr Stadium Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin, New Zealand, is the world’s only permanently covered stadium with a natural turf playing field.

For the project to be economically viable the design had to enable grass to grow naturally inside the building.

Through rigorous testing and full-scale computer modelling, the design team was able to verify that strong, healthy turf could grow under a fixed roof made of ethylene tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE).

“ We were punching well above our weight. It is an outstanding achievement of which all of New Zealand should be proud.”

Stewart Barnett Project Delivery Team Chairman


Winnerinternational iCheme AwardsCategory: Food and Drink

Winnerenergy efficiency and Conservation Authority (eeCA) AwardsCategory: innovation

SilverACenZ innovate nZ Awards of excellence

Dominion Salt Mount Maunganui vacuum Plant Upgrade Dominion Salt initiated a major upgrade of their existing vacuum plant to increase the production of pharmaceutical and food grade salt by 50 per cent, while minimising capital cost and significantly improving plant operating efficiency.

Aurecon worked with Dominion Salt and equipment suppliers to develop a solution to expand the existing three-effect evaporator into a new five-effect evaporator so that pharmaceutical grade and food grade salt could be manufactured simultaneously.

Significant annual energy savings are derived by utilising the plant’s existing steam generation capacity and recovering waste heat and putting it back into the production process. The project was completed on time and within budget.

“ Energy is a major input cost for manufacturers. Getting those costs down — and improving the carbon footprint of the process — improves Kiwi exporters’ ability to compete internationally. Dominion Salt is an excellent example of this in action. I’m sure other companies that rely on process heat will be inspired by this to find efficiencies in their own operations.”

Mike Underhill Chief Executive eeCA

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WinnerPACe Zenith Awards

Category: Project of the Year

WinnerPACe Zenith Awards

Category: Power, Transport and infrastructure

nCiG Coal export Terminal Control SystemThe Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group (NCIG) Coal Export Terminal Control System project was initiated to provide a modern, robust automation solution for the coal terminal’s infrastructure.

Aurecon worked closely with NCIG to meet the challenges of a large, fast tracked project with multiple vendors.

The control system is based on high end Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and uses state of the art technology. It allows NCIG to monitor the plant’s fundamental business service, track incoming rail deliveries and shipping outputs, manage stockpiles, site-manage product and customer billing, monitor utility services usage, and provide staff with tools to manage the plant to business key performance indicators.

The project was completed safely, early and under budget. It delivered improved quality, reduced risk and downtime, and provided a stable Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) platform.

Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group Australia


“ In executing the project, the team was able to exceed the expectations of the NCIG Board by bringing in the project ahead of time and under budget. The outcome was achieved in spite of many hurdles that had to be overcome, in many cases well outside the control of the project team.”

Rob Yeates CEO nCiG

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Winnerinstitute of Municipal engineering of Southern Africa Biennial Project excellence Awards

Category: Community Upliftment

JOinT WinnerSouth African institute of Civil engineering Project Awards

Category: Community-based Projects

Community residential Unit refurbishment ProgrammeTo improve the quality of life for tenants in the City of Cape Town, an upgrade of residential units was initiated.

Aurecon delivered project management and technical assistance, including civil, structural and electrical design expertise for the programme to upgrade 3 840 units.

General renovations were made to buildings, roofs, electrical and plumbing systems. New ceilings, floor coverings, cupboards and geysers were installed. The surrounding areas of the units were also upgraded, including fencing, refuse management, area lighting, the greening of areas and recreational facilities.

By employing many local people on the project Aurecon was able to transfer training and skills to the community.

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“ The project involved a great deal of job creation, so Aurecon allocated work to the local community wherever possible.”

Johan Keuler Land Development Services Aurecon


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north-South Junction ProjectsKiwiRail’s North-South Junction Project in New Zealand is the first stage in a programme to improve the country’s rail system.

Aurecon provided civil, survey, geotechnical and project management services for the project. A high degree of originality in both design and construction was required to meet the challenges of a very tight timeframe and a severely constrained site. The scope of works included increasing the line speed from 50 kilometres per hour to 70 and reducing the risk of rockfall from slopes high above the tracks.

The project was completed with minimal disruption to freight and rail services during construction and has increased the efficiency of trains using the line, reducing journey times and improving reliability. Improved slope stability measures minimise future slope erosion.

“ The award is recognition of the excellent work undertaken by the Aurecon team on what was a very challenging railway project.”

Steve Howard Client Relationship Executive, Rail Aurecon

Winnerrailway Technical Society of Australasia Awards

Category: Biennial railway Project Award

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exCellenCe BeST in CATeGOrYProperty Council of new Zealand Awards

Category: Special Purpose

north Shore Hospital lakeview extensionThe Lakeview extension at North Shore Hospital in Auckland provides a new admissions unit, a Coronary Care Unit (CCU) with two angiography suites, modifications to the existing emergency department and a new Computed Tomography (CT) for the existing radiology department.

Aurecon provided all building services and fire engineering and completed a full 3D model of the services in 3D REVIT.

The project features a double glazed low e curtain wall façade with excellent views for patients to Lake Pupuke.

“ The inclusion of stormwater harvesting has resulted in lower water use, whilst the installation of a 60ºC heat pump chiller has cut gas consumption at the hospital to less than the usage before the extension.”

Adrian Muir Technical Director, Buildings Aurecon


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WinnerinGeniUM excellence Awards

Category: Projects over $10 million

SilverACenZ innovate nZ Awards of excellence

SH18 Hobsonville Motorway and SH16 Brigham Creek extension The SH18 Hobsonville Deviation and SH16 Brigham Creek extension project in Auckland entailed six kilometres of new four-lane motorway (SH18), a three kilometre, four-lane extension of the SH16 motorway, four major interchanges, seven bridge structures and 1.2 million cubic metres of earthworks.

Aurecon applied innovative techniques to the highway geometry, geotechnical and structural engineering. This provided the contractor with a significant competitive edge and increased whole of life value for the New Zealand Transport Authority.

As a Road of National Significance, this strategic project will provide a sustained macro-economic contribution to local, regional and national growth and prosperity. The extension has improved network resilience by providing an alternative route to travelling across the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

WinnerConsulting engineers South Africa Aon engineering excellence Awards

Category: engineering excellence with a value less than r50 million

WinnerConstruction World’s Best Projects

Category: Professional Services

Winnerinstitute of Municipal engineering of Southern Africa Biennial Project excellence Awards

Category: environmental


Meulwater Water Treatment Works The eight Ml/d Meulwater Water Treatment Works (WTW) is located in South Africa’s Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve. Aurecon was the engineering and environmental consultant for the project.

To minimise visual impact, granite was sourced from excavations for cladding of all structures so that the building texture closely approximated that of its surroundings.

Direct filtration, which is unusual in South Africa, was chosen to reduce the plant footprint. The filters are designed to be easily upgradeable to dissolved air flotation-filtration units in the event of changes in raw water quality.

The plant eliminates the need for the local municipality to purchase water from another water supply authority, providing long-term savings.

“ The design team overcame significant challenges in providing a solution for the water needs of the Drakenstein Municipality in an extremely sensitive environmental area.”

Brendon Theunissen Water and Wastewater Engineer and Project Leader Aurecon

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WinnerQueensland reconciliation Awards

Category: Partnership

Shipton’s Flat Partnership Project Bana Yarralji ranger Base Partnering with the Centre for Appropriate Technology (CAT) and Engineers Without Borders Australia (EWB), Aurecon has assisted the Kuku Nyungkal people of the region to realise their vision of transforming the land into a community healing and eco-tourist site featuring local indigenous rangers and a conservation programme.

Aurecon volunteered all architectural project management, construction management, statutory and environmental planning and engineering services for the project.

Located in a remote indigenous community in Shipton’s Flat, Daintree, Queensland, the completed Bana Yarralji Ranger Base includes power and water supply, an environmentally appropriate wastewater treatment system, office facilities, communications systems, and an ablutions block containing composting toilets, showers, storage and laundry on a site that previously had basic shelter and limited facilities.

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“ It was such an honour for us to receive the award on behalf of everyone involved in the project. There were many worthy award nominees and lots of people came up to congratulate us — or even to tell us that they’d used the ablutions block!”

Caitlin Pilkington Engineer Aurecon


WinnerAustralasian Society for Trenchless Technology Awards

Category: new installation Project of the Year Award

WinnerCivil Contractors Federation earth Awards, victoria

Category: Projects greater than AUD75 million

Melbourne Main Sewer replacement (MMSr) One of the most complex and challenging sewerage tunnelling projects undertaken in Australia, this project replaced the existing 110 year old Melbourne Main Sewer with a new 2.4 kilometre long gravity sewer underneath Melbourne’s inner city and the Yarra River.

The challenging crossing of the Yarra River was completed using an innovative temporary sheet pile cofferdam method to lay 140 metres of 2.4 metre diameter steel sewer pipe on the river bed.

As Project Manager, Contract Superintendent and Contract Administrator, Aurecon helped deliver the MMSR project from the planning and design phase through to the completion of all major construction works in May 2012, safely, on time and five per cent below budget.

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WinnerSouth African Property Owners Association innovative excellence Awards

Category: retail refurbishment

Sandton City Shopping Centre The redevelopment of the Sandton City Shopping Centre in Johannesburg was initiated to internationalise and reposition it as the leading retail development in Africa.

Aurecon provided civil and structural engineering services for the refurbishment of the existing mall, including an additional 30 000 square metres of retail space and 1 000 new parking bays.

The use of lightweight Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE) film in the construction of the innovative Protea Court Rooflight allows the creation of cutting-edge spatial architecture and also provides superior earthquake resistance.

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WinnerSouth African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) innovative excellence Awards

Category: industrial Development

ellerines Warehouse Ellerines Warehouse in Cape Town is a high-tech furniture distribution facility.

Aurecon served as principle agent on the project, encompassing civil and structural engineering for the development.

Cutting edge facilities were delivered, while ensuring competitive rentals, without compromising on quality.

“ The winners showcase excellence in design and innovation. They reflect the constant revolution needed to meet today’s challenges and tomorrow’s needs, in South Africa and globally.”

Neil Gopal CEO SAPOA

JOinT WinnerAustralian Steel institute, Steel Design Awards, national

Category: Buildings — large Projects

FinAliSTWorld Stadium Awards

Category: engineering excellence

Adelaide Oval Western Grandstand redevelopment Aurecon provided total engineering services for the redevelopment, comprising the partial demolition and reconstruction of the existing heritage listed western members’ grandstand into a 14 000 seat stand.

Aurecon’s responsibilities included the grandstand roof, long-span floor structures, evacuation modelling and specialist sports lighting, as well as facilitating and leading safe design procedures to control safety risks during construction, operation and maintenance.


exCellenCe BeST in CATeGOrYProperty Council of new Zealand Awards

Category: industrial

Dulux Gracefield Site redevelopment Dulux’s Gracefield Site Redevelopment in Wellington re-lifed the 70 year old plant, creating sweeping changes by eliminating solvent based paint and substantially increasing water based paint production capabilities.

Aurecon provided all consulting services, including process engineering, structural, building services, civil, geotechnical, and survey for the upgrade of all manufacturing facilities and infrastructure at the plant.

The project team not only kept Dulux producing paint during the redevelopment but also reduced planned production shutdowns to only 20 working days in nearly two years of construction.

(The project is) “exemplar of true collaboration between client, consultant, contractor and site operations, resulting in a stunning success for Dulux.”Dougal Hamilton New Zealand Operations Manager Dulux

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HiGH COMMenDATiOnConsult Australia Awards for excellence

Category: Diversity

Aurecon — Creating Meaningful Diversity Strategy Aurecon is committed to creating meaningful diversity strategy. In 2011/12 we embarked on an ambitious programme to turn our diversity intentions into actions, directly linked to the organisation’s business strategy and taking into account our global model.

Measurements to date indicate we have made some real progress in creating a culture in which all staff feel respected and valued, whatever their gender, race or lifestyle choices.

“ Aurecon’s diversity strategy focuses on addressing the adaptability and evolving needs of the organisation’s workforce.”

Kathy Sacca Diversity Manager Aurecon

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WinnerGreen Building Council of South Africa, Green Star leadership Awards

Category: rising Green Star Award

Candice Manning Candice Manning is a consultant in Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) at Aurecon’s éThekwini office.

This award acknowledges her steadfast commitment to the green building movement and the part she has played thus far in the transformation of sustainable building design in South Africa.

Candice has been involved in achieving Green Star ratings for a number of buildings including 24 Richefond Circle/Shepstone and Wylie and Mayfair on the Lake located at Durban’s prestigious Umhlanga Ridge.

“ As an environmentalist, it has become a personal challenge to change the way developers and engineers think about the design, construction and operation of their buildings. I hope that in some way, my contribution to the green movement will make a small difference.”

Candice Manning ESD Consultant Aurecon

Mayfair on the Lake South Africa


WinnerAustralian Bulk Handling Awards

Category: AW roberts Award

Paul Muscat Paul has successfully managed the design of key infrastructure on some of the most significant bulk material handling projects delivered in Australia during the past decade — Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Stage 7 Expansion and Hay Point Expansion 3 in Queensland.

Paul’s ongoing support for the development of younger and upcoming engineers demonstrates his service to the profession. He has not only led, but enthusiastically developed and mentored less experienced team members and provided opportunities for them to flourish.

“ Paul has demonstrated strong leadership, while working with diverse and complex teams on large, multidisciplinary projects across a range of sectors, primarily focused on bulk material handling in the industrial and mining sector.”

Peter McIntyre Resources & Manufacturing Services Leader Aurecon

Berth 8 at the Newcastle Coal Expert Terminal Australia

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WinnerAustralian institute of Project Management Queensland Chapter

Category: individual Project Management Achievement Awards — Project Team of the Year

Kayla Petherbridge Kayla is currently delivering project management services to Queensland Health for the AUD1.5 billion Queensland Children’s Hospital (QCH).

In her day to day role on the QCH project itself, Kayla has primary accountability for management of scope and risk across the programme of works. She coordinates management resources and forums directed at achieving agreed project objectives.

Endeavouring to maintain the application of industry best practices Kayla is a leading team member developing the Aurecon project management framework.

“ During her years with the QCH project, Kayla has come to intimately understand the peculiar and complex risks involved in successfully delivering major projects.”

Susie Pearn Technical Director, Environment & Advisory Services Aurecon

Photomontage of Queensland Children’s Hospital precinct Australia


Project/person Awarding Organisation Category Result

420 George Street Consult Australia Awards for Excellence Technological Innovation High Commendation

Adelaide Convention Centre’s Regattas Bistro and Bar Master Builders Association of South Australia Excellence Awards Excellence in a Commercial / Industrial Building AUD2 million to AUD5 million

Joint winner

Adelaide Convention Centre’s Regattas Bistro and Bar Australian Steel Institute, Steel Design Awards, South Australia Buildings — Small Projects Winner

Adelaide Oval Western Grandstand Redevelopment Australian Steel Institute, Steel Design Awards, South Australia Buildings — Large Projects Winner

Adelaide Oval Western Grandstand Redevelopment Australian Steel Institute, Steel Design Awards, National Buildings — Large Projects Joint Winner

Adelaide Oval Western Grandstand Redevelopment World Stadium Awards Engineering Excellence Finalist

Aurecon MERIT Competition Sponsors’ Award Winner

Aurecon Century City South African Property Owners Association Innovative Excellence Awards Top Overall Green Development Winner

Aurecon — Creating Meaningful Diversity Strategy Consult Australia Awards for Excellence Diversity High Commendation

Berrimah Road Overpass Engineers Australia, Northern Engineering Excellence Awards High Commendation

Candice Manning Green Building Council of South Africa, Green Star Leadership Awards Rising Green Star Award Winner

The Cloud Property Council of New Zealand Awards Tourism and Leisure Merit

Community Residential Unit Refurbishment Programme South African Institute of Civil Engineering Project Awards Community-based Projects Joint Winner

Community Residential Unit Refurbishment Programme Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa Biennial Project Excellence Awards

Community Upliftment Winner

Dominion Salt Mount Maunganui Vacuum Plant Upgrade Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority Awards Innovation Winner

Dominion Salt Mount Maunganui Vacuum Plant Upgrade IChemE Awards Food and Drink Winner

Dominion Salt Mount Maunganui Vacuum Plant Upgrade ACENZ Innovate NZ Awards of Excellence Silver

Dulux Gracefield Site Redevelopment Property Council of New Zealand Awards Industrial Excellence Best in Category

Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands Discovery Centre Master Builders Association of Victoria Excellence Awards Best Sustainable Energy Project Winner

Ellerines Warehouse South African Property Owners Association Innovative Excellence Awards Industrial Development Winner

Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer, Flinders Medical Centre

Engineers Australia, South Australia Engineering Excellence Awards Buildings and Structures Finalist

Forsyth Barr Stadium Property Council of New Zealand Awards Tourism and Leisure Excellence

Forsyth Barr Stadium World Stadium Awards Engineering Excellence Finalist

Hunter Stadium Western Grandstand Redevelopment Engineers Australia, Newcastle Engineering Excellence Awards High Commendation

Ivor Litkie 12d International Innovation Awards High Commendation

Kathleen Birchley Planning Institute of Australia, Queensland Student Prize Winner

Kayla Petherbridge Australian Institute of Project Management Achievement Awards, Queensland

Individual Project Management Achievement Awards — Project Team of the Year

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Project/person Awarding Organisation Category Result

Lephalale Bulk Service Project Govan Mbeki Human Settlements Awards Best Priority Project of the Year Winner

Matthew Walsh James Cook University University Medal Winner

Melbourne Main Sewer Replacement Australasian Society for Trenchless Technology Awards New Installation Project of the Year Award Winner

Melbourne Main Sewer Replacement Civil Contractors Federation Earth Awards, Victoria Projects greater than AUD75 million Winner

Melbourne Water Green Data Centre National iAwards Sustainability and Green IT Merit

Meulwater Water Treatment Works Consulting Engineers South Africa Aon Engineering Excellence Awards Engineering Excellence with a value less than R50 million

Winner

Meulwater Water Treatment Works Construction World's Best Projects Professional Services Winner

Meulwater Water Treatment Works Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa Biennial Project Excellence Awards

Environmental Winner

Sucrogen Molasses Bladder Engineers Australia, Mackay Engineering Excellence Awards Industrial Development and Manufacturing Winner

NCIG Coal Export Terminal Control System PACE Zenith Awards Project of the Year Winner

NCIG Coal Export Terminal Control System PACE Zenith Awards Power, Transport and Infrastructure Winner

North Shore Hospital Lakeview Extension Property Council of New Zealand Awards Special Purpose Excellence Best in Category

North-South Junction Projects Railway Technical Society of Australasia Awards Biennial Railway Project Award Winner

Northern Sewerage Project Australian Institute of Project Management Achievement Awards, Victoria Construction / Engineering Projects >AUD100 million

Winner

Northern Sewerage Project Australian Water Association, Victoria Infrastructure Project Innovation High Commendation

Northern Sewerage Project Civil Contractors Federation Earth Awards, Victoria Projects greater than AUD75 million High Commendation

Paul Muscat Australian Bulk Handling Awards AW Roberts Award Winner

The Peak Property Council of New Zealand Awards Multi-Unit Residential Merit

Redentor Tandog Planning Institute of Australia (NSW Division) Student Prize Winner

Richana Estate Stage 1 Engineers Australia, Mackay Engineering Excellence Awards Project Infrastructure Winner

Sandton City Shopping Centre South African Property Owners Association Innovative Excellence Awards Retail Refurbishment Winner

SH18 Hobsonville Motorway and SH16 Brigham Creek Extension

ACENZ Innovate NZ Awards of Excellence Silver


INGENIUM Excellence Awards Projects over NZD10 million Winner


Roading New Zealand Excellence Awards Major Road Project Finalist

Shipton's Flat Partnership Project — Bana Yarralji Ranger Base

Queensland Reconciliation Awards Partnership Winner

Simon Davies University of Newcastle Prize in water engineering design Winner

Solitaire Automotive Audi Terminal Building Master Builders Association of South Australia Excellence Awards Excellence in a Commercial/Industrial Building AUD2 million to AUD5 million

Joint Winner

Spent Cathode Lining Handling and Disposal Plant ACENZ Innovate NZ Awards of Excellence Silver

St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort South African Institute of Civil Engineering Project Awards International Project Commendation

Steffanie Pernase University of Queensland University Medal Winner

Touwsranten Housing Project Southern African Housing Foundation Awards Merit

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About AureconAurecon provides engineering, management and specialist technical services for public and private sector clients globally. The group, with an office network extending across 25 countries, has been involved in projects in over 80 countries across Africa, the Americas, Asia Pacific and the Middle East and employs around 7 500 people throughout 11 industry groups. We seek to foster human achievement in all aspects of our work.

Aurecon offices are located in:Angola, Australia, Botswana, China, Ethiopia, Ghana, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Lesotho, Libya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam.

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