The Dexus Waterfront Development is a landmark urban project integrating premium commercial development with public realm and waterfront infrastructure in a highly constrained inner-city marine environment. The project required a construction partner capable of delivering technically complex marine works while meeting the architectural, durability and placemaking objectives expected of a tier-one private developer.
We were engaged by John Hollands to deliver the specialist marine and waterfront civil works that form the critical interface between the development and the water’s edge. Our scope focused on the construction and upgrade of permanent waterfront structures designed to perform over the long term in a tidal, saline environment, while seamlessly integrating with the project’s architectural and public realm outcomes.
Key elements of work included:
- Construction of marine and waterfront structural elements forming the edge condition of the development.
- Delivery of durable reinforced concrete and marine structures designed for long-term exposure to harsh marine conditions.
- Coordination of marine works with adjacent building construction, architectural finishes and public access requirements.
- Management of works within restricted access zones and in close proximity to active waterways and surrounding urban infrastructure.
The project was delivered within a complex operational environment requiring high levels of planning, precision and stakeholder coordination. Our delivery approach prioritised safety, constructability and quality, ensuring seamless integration with the broader development program.
Key delivery outcomes included:
- Safe execution of high-risk marine construction activities adjacent to water and public areas.
- Precise construction tolerances to support downstream architectural, services and public realm installations.
- Effective collaboration with John Hollands, Dexus, designers and interface contractors to manage sequencing and minimise disruption.
The Dexus Waterfront Development highlighted our proven capability in:
- Specialist marine and waterfront construction for high-profile, design-led developments.
- Delivering durable, low-maintenance marine assets that support long-term lifecycle performance.
- Managing complex interfaces between marine works, urban construction and stakeholder expectations.
Our contribution ensured the waterfront infrastructure achieved both structural resilience and visual quality, supporting John Hollands and Dexus’ objectives for asset longevity, placemaking and investment value.
The completed waterfront works provides a robust and visually integrated interface between the built environment and the water, enhancing the functionality, durability and overall quality of the precinct. The project stands as a strong demonstration of our ability to deliver high-value marine infrastructure for premium private-sector developments.
