McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce that a McConnell Dowell and Built Environs joint venture has been awarded the Puhinui Station Interchange Main Works Contract by Auckland Transport.
Having been awarded the early works for the two-stage project in 2019, the joint venture has already completed the demolition of the existing station and platform access and are constructing foundations for the new multi-modal interchange.
The main works, and the second stage of the project will include:
- Constructing a high-quality fit out station building and a new platform canopy.
- An elevated concourse with stairs, lifts and escalators.
- Sheltered bus interchange area and kiss and ride parking.
- Ticket gate line together with staff and retail facilities.
Auckland Transport’s Portfolio Delivery Director (Projects) David Nelson has praised the joint venture’s approach. Mr Nelson says, “It’s great to see this key strategic project moving forward in these challenging times. McConnell Dowell and Built Environs have taken a proactive, partnering approach to delivering the Puhinui Station Interchange early works programme and we’re pleased to announce the award of the remaining construction contract scope. Aucklanders’ can look forward to enjoying a high-quality, accessible and beautifully designed facility opening in 2021.”
McConnell Dowell CEO Scott Cummins welcomed the main works award saying, “The main works from the Puhinui Station Interchange is further opportunity for the internal collaboration between McConnell Dowell and Built Environs to demonstrate how the diverse parts of our business with capabilities in infrastructure, design and construction can work together to deliver a safe, innovative and sustainable transport network asset.”
McConnell Dowell Managing Director for New Zealand and Pacific Islands, Fraser Wyllie also welcomed the contract saying, “given the importance to stimulate New Zealand’s economy following COVID-19, I am pleased that the Puhinui Station Interchange project will continue to contribute to New Zealand’s financial recovery and provide sustainable employment opportunities in the community.”
The Puhinui Station Interchange is a key component of the Southwest Gateway, a programme aimed at enhancing transport connectivity between the region’s central business district and Auckland International Airport; including south and east Auckland. It is also a catalyst for wider bus and rail connections to enable more sustainable transport modes. The station is set to open to the public in second quarter 2021.
To view recent footage from the project click
.McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce the award of a sub contract to construct a new outer wharf structure at HMAS Coonawarra in Darwin.
The project involves the construction of a new 250m long wharf and two approach jetties. Once completed, the facility will provide additional berthing and support services for Royal Australian Navy vessels. McConnell Dowell’s project scope is part of a broader upgrade currently underway at HMAS Coonawarra being undertaken by Laing O’Rourke Australia Construction as part of the Larrakeyah Defence Precinct Redevelopment Program (LDPRP).
In announcing the award, McConnell Dowell’s Australian Managing Director Jim Frith said the company is pleased to be using our industry leading marine construction expertise to build new and improved berthing capacity for our Navy at this base.
“Having constructed numerous marine facilities throughout northern Queensland and Western Australia for Australia’s leading mining companies and being currently involved in the upgrade of ADF facilities in the Pacific, it is great to be bringing this experience and know-how to the top end to support our defence forces in the Northern Territory.” Jim said.
Works have commenced with McConnell Dowell’s scope scheduled for completion in the second half of 2022. Subsequent associated wharf services and infrastructure packages will be tendered separately and are scheduled for completion by mid-2023.
McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce the internal appointment of Ryan McDonough to the role of General Manager of New Business & Strategy, South East Asia.
Ryan joined McConnell Dowell in 2007 as a Site Engineer and has held a number of positions within the Group including Operations Manager and Pre-Contracts Manager for South East Asia. This role will see Ryan lead the SEA New Business team and continue to develop and grow the South East Asia business in line with the Group’s strategic growth plan.
Announcing the appointment, which commences immediately, Managing Director South East Asia, Tom Dockray said...
“Ryan’s breadth of knowledge, customer focus and natural leadership qualities make him the ideal person to assume this role.”
Reflecting on his appointment, Ryan said…
“I am very excited to be taking on the this role and am looking forward to working with the entire New Business team to grow the business and continue our drive to live our value of Customer Focus in our approach to our clients and partners.”
Ryan will become a member of the South East Asia Leadership team and will continue to be based in our Regional Head Office in Singapore.
McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Pago Pago Airport Apron Rehabilitation project (Phase 2, Stage 1) for the Department of Port Administration in American Samoa.
The scope of the project involved construction of a new aircraft arrival and departure apron, installation of aviation fuel line, stormwater pipeline, electrical services, and new floodlighting.
Our incredible local team of up to 120 people worked tirelessly to deliver the full scope of works for our client and the people of American Samoa.
McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce that we have been awarded the Lyttelton to Woolston Pipeline Improvement Project for a major oil company.
The project covers the construction and commissioning of a replacement section of this pipeline along Bridal Path road and in Kiwirail land, beside the Heathcote Valley Primary School
McConnell Dowell has an extensive mechanical self-perform capability and track record and we are excited at the opportunity to deliver a high quality and safe project for their fuel pipeline infrastructure.
The work consists of:
- Replacing the pipeline that currently runs through the Heathcote Valley Primary School property with a larger buried DN150 pipeline to be installed in the adjacent Kiwi Rail corridor.
- Replacing 1210m of the pipeline up the Bridle Path Road to a tie-in location on the Bridle Path just above the level of the tunnel entrance.
The new pipeline section will follow a similar route to the old pipeline section in the Bridal Path Road, with an offset so that the new pipe may be installed while the existing pipe remains in service. The only shut down required will be for the two tie-ins at either end.
McConnell Dowell has an extensive mechanical self-perform capability and track record in oil and gas, and we are excited at the opportunity to return to Lyttelton to deliver a high quality and safe project for this piece of fuel pipeline infrastructure.