Project Summary

Services
Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain and Contracts Management

Market
Transportation

Project Description

A new gravel access road is required to replace an approach impacted by the Highway 8 reinstatement by the Ministry of Transportation and Transit (MOTT). The 6m-wide driveway, drainage swales, and culverts were designed in consultation with MOTT and local stakeholders. Construction, valued at ~$500K, which includes earthworks for future structures and upgrading the existing septic system to modern standards.

RAM’s Role

RAM’s role includes but is not limited to:

  • Lead civil and geotechnical design — route selection, drawings, specifications, and drainage culvert design.
  • Provide weekly site visits, field reports, RFI responses, test result reviews, and quantity/budget validation for progress draws.
  • Oversee the contractors under a time-and-materials model, verifying quantities and coordinating with the stakeholders as needed.
  • Deliver additional site preparations (greenhouse pads, woodshed, accessibility ramps) to support future community development.
  • Prepare and submit all close-out documentation.
  • Verify existing septic field conditions and confirm a feasible area to provide a new system up to modern standards.

Project Highlights

  • Coordinated with MOTT to utilize nearby materials to minimize transportation costs.
  • Complete 3D modelling and turning movements to verify vehicle access.
  • Optimized alignment and grading to support future community development on the property.
  • Provided value engineering during construction to meet in-situ conditions and reduce costs.