Project Description

As part of the South Fraser Perimeter Road project, the existing alignment of River Road between Nordel Way and Arpe Road in Delta, B.C., was shifted to the south, resulting in several major utility relocations.

The Telus Fibre Optic underground relocation occurred during two separate phases of work: Phase One consisted of 250LM of Direct Buried PVC ducts, and Phase Two consisted of 450LM of Concrete Encased ducts. During both phases of work, various manholes and service vaults were also installed.

Throughout the many stages of construction, a variety of challenges were faced, including:

• Coordinating the civil works with the subgrade construction crews;
• Coordinating with other utilities, including Fortis and storm works;
• Schedule acceleration with longer shifts and multiple crews;
• Special releases required by Telus for splicing;
• Restricted shifts and hours for splicing.

Our Role

RAM was retained by the joint venture, FTG Constructors, to engage in preliminary design with Telus, as well as managing the procurement, tendering, and construction phases. The primary electrical civil contractor was utilized during the subgrade construction phase to install the conduit.