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Innova

Main South Road/ Sturt Road Interchange Expression of interest

[INNOVA “INNOVATION IS ONLY THE FIRST STEP”]

Innova “Innovation is only the first step”

Main South Road/ Sturt Road Interchange | Expression of Interest 1

Table of Contents 1.0 Capability statement ......................................................................................................................... 2

1.1 Capabilities of Innova .................................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Mission Statement ........................................................................................................................ 2

1.3 Company Objectives ..................................................................................................................... 2

2.0 Company profile ................................................................................................................................ 3

2.1 Company history ........................................................................................................................... 3

2.2 Organisation Structure .................................................................................................................. 3

2.3 Team Profiles ................................................................................................................................ 6

2.4 Financial backing ......................................................................................................................... 13

2.5 Environmental Policies ................................................................................................................ 13

2.6 Occupational health and safety .................................................................................................. 13

2.7 Quality Assurance Statement ..................................................................................................... 13

3.0 Project Objective ............................................................................................................................. 14

3.1 Constraints, Issues and mitigation .............................................................................................. 14

3.2 Required Data ............................................................................................................................. 17

3.3 Scope of the Works ..................................................................................................................... 18

3.4 Next Step ..................................................................................................................................... 18

4.0 Quotation ........................................................................................................................................ 19

4.1 Rates of pay ................................................................................................................................. 19

4.2 Resource Allocation .................................................................................................................... 19

5.0 Schedule of completion .................................................................................................................. 20



1.0 Capability statement

1.1 Capabilities of Innova

Innova is an engineering firm that provides design ideas and solution for all kinds of situations. With

our four years of experience, our capabilities have vastly improved and we have been able to adapt

to the steady growth of engineering. We use the latest methods of engineering and provide a wide

range of engineering fields including:

Environmental

Geotechnical

Structural

Transport

Hydraulics and hydrology

With 28 members currently employed for Innova, each engineering department has at least one

senior engineer and is overseen by their respective team leaders who have all being employed from

the start of Innova. While keeping our clients satisfied, we also strive to maintain a diverse and

friendly work environment for our employees. Keeping our high standards of public relations within

our work force promotes a healthy atmosphere.

1.2 Mission Statement

At Innova, our mission is to meet to desires of the project while achieving a high amount of quality

and cost efficiency. Through innovative and sustainable engineering methods, we take pride in our

work. Innova builds lasting relations between new and existing clients and keeps stakeholders

updated through networking. Our services will ensure a sustainable design as we strive to utilise our

resources to handle any situation. Ultimately, our innovation reflects upon our own workplace

environment where we make sure our employees are looked after.

1.3 Company Objectives

We will provide a feasibility study to investigate options for the intersection at Main South Road and Sturt Road at Bedford Park. With the expanding industrial and residential growth, our options in the feasibility study will provide development plans that will solve the issue while confining to an adequate budget. From first inspection, the following options are:

Accessing fatally rates and near miss incidents within the area

Accessing environmental impact and waste management

Optimising traffic flow through road manipulation

Providing ease of access as well as increasing the amount of public transport

Control car parking to avoid traffic congestion.



2.0 Company profile

2.1 Company history

Established in 2010, Innova has been involved with many design projects around South Australia.

Some noteworthy projects have been the Whyalla hospital, redesign of South Australian drains and

sewer systems and road/foundation design. With each project undertaken, we have made sure to

use the past experience to improve sections and employ a greater amount of innovation and

sustainability. In 2013, we took on three projects and completed them within the year, this

achievement shown that our employees can handle situations that demand time management as

well as being able to manage different task with the same amount of profession.

Throughout the 4 years, Innova has made sure to maintain client and workplace satisfaction because

we believe that keeping relations high promotes an efficient work environment. By having our

employees undertake additional training as well as peer exercises, they understand their roles and

have confidence when expressing ideas. Puzzle based learning helps our employees shape their

minds to think not only outside the box but also in a way to enhance innovation while staying within

constraints.

2.2 Organisation Structure

Our current structure consist of 28 employees, along with a project manager and assistant project

manager, each engineering field has a team leader. We employ at least on senior engineer per field.


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Project Manager Jason Ngo

Assistant Project Manager

Mengheng Ea

Engineering Department

Environmental

Samuel John Schinckel

Senior Engineer

2 Graduate Engineers

Geotechnical

Cheng Li

2 Senior Engineers


Structural

Benoit Jessop Hopkins

2 Senior Engineers


Transport & Services

Javier Jimenez

2 Senior Engineers


Hydraulics and Hydrology

Fatima Hassani

Senior Engineer



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2.3 Team Profiles

Jason Ngo

Position: Project Manager

Email: [email protected]

The Project manager is Mr Jason Ngo who has 3 years of experience in the field of Civil and structural engineering and is currently undergoing 1 year of engineering practise. During his time at university, he has covered a range civil engineering fields like water systems, geotechnical analysis and structural analysis. Some projects undertaken by him have been the designing of a hospital using steel, timber and concrete, CAD drawing and analysis of a car-park design and managing the design of a sports stadium. Before joining Innova, he worked as a tutor while looking for work experience. From his time as a tutor, Jason took his communication skills and focused them toward leading a team and is also good at being able to set up meeting times that suit all group members.

Education

2005-2009 Adelaide High School (Student)

2010-2011: Adelaide University Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Sustainable Energy)

2011-Ongoing University of South Australia

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)

Professional Career

April 2013 – On going Part time private tutoring Role: Tutor Key Responsibilities: ` Assisting an international student with homework activities Clear communication Setting task and making sure task are achieved

October 2009 – November 2012 FAB Cleaning Services Role: Field Assistant

Key Responsibilities: Follow contract determination Communicate both client side and agency Cleaning and maintaining School Facilities

mailto:[email protected]



Mengheng Ea

Position: Team leader (Assistant Project Manager)


Mengheng is a fourth year civil engineering student at University of South Australia. He was involved in various civil engineering projects throughout university. This includes structural design of Whyalla Regional Cancer Centre redevelopment. This equips him with knowledge of designing reinforced concrete and steel structures. Some other projects are design of stiffened raft slab for a house, pavement, and retaining walls -etc.-. These projects also provide him to have the opportunities to use civil engineering software that is used in the industry such as Spacegass, Strand7, 12D, Circly. Furthermore, summer research project allow him to develop his researching skill and gain understanding of concrete mix.

Education:

2009 Graduated from Tuol Svay Prey High School, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

2010-2011 Diploma of Technology (Engineering and the Environment) South Australian Institute of Business and Technology (SAIBT)

2011-Current Fourth year in Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) University of South Australia (UniSA)

Achievements & Awards:

SAIBT Medal for Academic Merit as Dux in Diploma of Technology (E & E) based on the highest Grade Point Average

School of Natural and Built Environments International Scholarship

Technical knowledge:

Computer softwares: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), 12D, Matlab, Strand7, SolidWorks, Microstation, Spacegass

Communication skill: Effective written and spoken communication in professional practice

People Skills: Good customer services

Languages: English, Chinese and Khmer

Be able to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a team

Enjoy working outdoors

Professional Career:

Structural design of a hospital

Design stiffened raft slab for a house using CORD

Design pavement using CIRCLY

Analyse dam stability using Galena

Summer Research Project Assistant at UniSA from December 2013 to February 2014




Fatima Hassani Position: Team leader (Hydraulic and Hydrology)


During university life time, Fatima has been involved in various activities within University and outside, such as volunteer and paid jobs. She has been very fortunate to hone her ideas and skills on communication, team work, problem solving through her participation in projects given in the last three years of university like geotechnical analysis, structural analysis. Projects delivered to her up to third year of university have expanded her knowledge in designing of hospital using concrete, steel and timber. Good communication is essential for any kind of job to be done, for example when she was working with Foxtel Company in a team, the nature of that job was to have a good communication skill throughout the day, using emails, phone calls and attending the meetings to discuss the basic strategies of individuals. Practising every important skill needed to undertake a project right from university time up to real life projects is all about bring people together, some are more advanced in their career and some are at early stages of their career, where ideas bounce off from each other.

Education

2011– Current Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and project management)

2009 SACE (South Australian Certificate of Education) - Year 12 Waikerie High School, Waikerie SA

Technical knowledge

Computer software / programming skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher), Bentley, Strand 7, SolidWorks,

Space Gass.

Communication Strong communication skills, experienced presenter at PowerPoint

Presentations

People Skills Good eye contact when communicating and interacting

Languages English, Persian, Urdu, Arabic and Hazaragi

Teamwork Good, Effective and productive team member – worked on many

project teams implementing and undertaking great deal of knowledge and experience.

Also able to work independently and effectively.

Organisation Neat, organised and accurate at completing tasks and projects

Self-Motivated Self-motivated, flexible and reliable.




Benoit Jessop Hopkins

Position: Team Leader (Structural)


As a senior structural engineer, Benoit Hopkins has recently been involved in several major local developments such as the Whyalla Regional Cancer Centre redevelopment and Seaford Rail extension. These projects have built on his skills as a structural engineer and exposed him to several other disciplines of engineering such as geotechnical and transport engineering. He has also undertaken extensive training in civil and structural drafting to further his understanding in the processes involved with structural design. Furthermore he possesses a sound practical understanding of concrete and the processes involved during construction due to his time as a production manager at a concrete products factory. These qualities give him a strong understanding of the structural design process required for this project.

Education

2011 – 2014 University of South Australia

4th year Bachelor of Civil Engineering

2009 – 2010 TafeSA

Advanced Diploma of Civil & Structural Engineering Design Drafting

Professional Career

2013 Structural design of Whyalla Regional Cancer Centre development

2013 Plan and design water supply, wastewater management and stormwater management to Strath-Hub subdivision

2013 Flexible pavement design

2013 Shallow foundation design as part of the Seaford Rail extension project

2012 Structural analysis of South Tce footbridge

2012 Analysis and design of Brittania roundabout upgrade

2007 – 2009 Production manager at a concrete block and paver company




Cheng Li Position: Team leader (Geotechnical)


Cheng Li is a civil engineering student who has 3 years of experience in the field of civil and structural engineering in University of South Australia. In his study, some projects related to civil engineering filed had been done by himself or with a group of civil students, such as Whyalla Regional Cancer Centre Redevelopment Project which is more based on steel structure analysis. Shallow foundation design for Seaford Rail Extension Project is a civil engineering project which based on the Geotechnical knowledge. Other than that, Cheng was taken his work placement for 13 weeks in the nation foods which as a role of project management assistant. These experiences give him a good understanding of structural design analysis regarding to the project.

Education

2011-Current Bachelor of Civil Engineering with structural University of South Australia Program code LBMI: Current GPA: 6.03 point

2010-2011 Diploma of Technology (Engineering and the Environment)

South Australian Institute of Business and Technology (SAIBT)

Memberships Golden Key International Honour Society Member

Student member of Engineers Australia (Civil)

Technical knowledge Proficient with Microsoft Office and other windows applications Familiar with Microstation, 12D, HEC-RAS, GALENA, CORD, SLOG, DRAINS, Auto CAD

Professional Career

Dec 2013 – Feb 2014 Internship work for three month in national foods Salisbury

Address: 167 Cross keys road Job duty: Project manager assistant and hazard control officer

Jan 2013 – Feb 2013 Industrial working experience overseas (In china) Henan Yujian Building Management Co. Dates: 5th January to 16th February in 2013 (about 6 weeks) Position: Supervising Engineer Assistant




Samuel John Schinckel Position: Team Leader (Environmental)


Sam grew up on his family’s farm at Kybybolite in the Southeast of SA. From a young age he developed a passion for building things of a shapes and sizes. During his years following school and prior to university, Sam worked on cattle stations building dams and roads. His farming background provided a broad base to further his Environmental engineering knowledge. Whilst studying, Sam worked in maintenance and construction plumbing for Doyle Plumbers. Sam’s work on hospitals and bridges is highly regarded within the industry. During his spare time, Sam enjoys shooting foxes and restoring old cars.

Education

2005 Graduated Naracoorte High School 2005 (Dux of Physics and Chemistry)

2014 Graduated University of South Australia 2014- Batchelor of Engineering (Civil)

Technical knowledge

Workshop and fabrication skills

Plumbing and Construction

Road Construction and Earthworks




Javier Jimenez

Position: Team Leader (Transport and Services)


Javier Jimenez is a Senior Engineer leading the transport and traffic team. He has experience in transport related research projects such as transport network performance in South Australia and traffic generation rates in Adelaide metro and greater Adelaide. Moreover, he has been part of the design and construction team in other projects such as the Whyalla Regional Cancer Centre Redevelopment, design of the hydraulic and hydrology system for Strathalbyn residential subdivision and among others medium scale education buildings projects.

Education

Current (Fourth Year) Bachelor of Engineering (Civil & transport, LBMI), University of South

Australia, Adelaide

2010 Adv. Diploma of Engineering Design, RMIT University, Melbourne

2004 Bachelor of Architecture, La Salle University, Bogotá, Colombia

Technical knowledge

AutoCAD (2010): Advanced 3D Studio Max(8): Intermediate Revit: Basic Microstation: Intermediate

Coral Draw(11): Intermediate PhotoShop: Intermediate MS Office applications: Advanced Arc-MAP10: Basic

Professional career 2009 - 2012 Property Maintenance Supervisor Suarez Group (sub-contract at Sugar Australia, Yarraville (VIC) Plant)

Work for property services company assisting with the maintenance of Sugar Australia Yarraville refinery plant

Management, training and supervision of 6-15 permanent and contract staff in the correct use of resources, tools and equipment

2003 - 2006 Building works Supervisor

Instituto academico Bosa, school Building Supervision for the development of new spaces and renovations

required Budgeting and programming of building works Architectural design and drafting and structural drawings of new spaces using

AutoCAD 2004 - 2005 Building works Supervisor

Little Treasures today, Child care centre On charge of the redevelopment and transformation of a two story house (300

m2) to a child care centre following current regulations and building codes Architectural design and drafting and structural drawings using AutoCAD


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To compile all documentation required for application to obtain construction permits

2.4 Financial backing

Throughout the completion of many projects and conducting operations successfully, Innova has

more than five million in banks and invested properties. With the steady growth of Innova,

stakeholders continue to invest and our own members also confidently contribute. In case of fallout,

Innova is prepared to for public liability has the insurance to persevere.

2.5 Environmental Policies

At Innova, we are deeply committed to caring for the environment. The social and environmental

impacts of our projects are considered from the beginning to ensure the minimal possible negative

effects. Our policy ensures that projects benefit future as well as current generations. Innova is a

carbon-neutral company which undertakes a large number of measures to reduce its carbon

footprint. These measures include but are not limited to tree plantations, using recycled materials

when possible and providing Toyota Prius as company cars. Where possible, materials are sourced

locally for our projects. Innova attends conferences and networks with like-minded companies to

strive to constantly improve our practices.

2.6 Occupational health and safety

At Innova, we are proud of our history in where no serious workplace incidents, either with our staff

or outside contractors, have occurred. Safety is a primary consideration in any project. All our staff

members undergo OHS training and external personnel must complete a safety induction prior to

visiting the worksite. From the top of the company down, health and safety measures are led by

example. By maintaining dialogue between management and workers, as well as regulatory

authorities, our policy is continually developing to maintain the best practices available.

2.7 Quality Assurance Statement

This policy ensures that the client is completely understood in their objectives and that the product

is fit for purpose first time. Every member of our organisation is accountable for their work, so the

Quality Assurance starts from the bottom up. Continual reviewing and analysis ensures that

standards are maintained and increased where possible.



3.0 Project Objective

3.1 Constraints, Issues and mitigation

Geotechnical Engineering

The geotechnical engineers’ team will have to gather any available geotechnical data to investigate

the site conditions. Existing geotechnical reports and borehole logs are to be obtained to create a

soil profile at the proposed construction site. More drilling may have to be carried out at different

locations of the area if the existing data is not adequate. In addition to this, in the feasibility study,

the soil condition can be further investigated by performing several tests on the soil samples to

determine its characteristics and quality. As a result of this, during the design phase, various design

options such as types of foundations can be chosen to suit soil conditions plus earthworks can be

determined, for instance, how much soil to be excavated and replaced. The quality of sub grade also

aids in pavement design such that suitable pavement configurations, profiles and materials in each

layer can be determined.

Traffic Engineering

Traffic engineering team needs to obtain currently available traffic data such as traffic volumes, flow

patterns, annual average daily traffic, and what type of vehicles such as heavy vehicle access groups

HVAG (freight), public transport, and emergency services. If this is not up to date, traffic surveys may

have to be carried out by using automatic traffic count or manual classified count. Furthermore, land

use and land acquisition data around the area such as residential properties, public places,

commercial districts and heritage sites has to be obtained as well. The combination of the above

data can be input into detailed traffic modelling to produce a design’s road layout that can

accommodate adequate traffic capacity. Last but not least, crash data is also essential as it is one of

the important objectives in this project. Therefore, it is a necessity to take this into account when

designing to reduce the incidence and severity of South Road crashes.

Traffic management plan has to be implemented to provide alternative routes and detour plans

during construction. This will be prepared with DPTI, Local Government, businesses and residents to

reduce the impacts of possible road closures. Prior to any road closures, road users have to be

informed well in advance of the detour plans. Traffic control devices such as temporary traffic

signals, signs, pavement markings, speed restrictions, safe work zones and appropriate lighting have

to be placed appropriately to ensure safety of road users. Traffic management plan will be

developed throughout the life span of this project.



Environmental Engineering

Apart from using the collected traffic data and geotechnical data of the area, an environmental

engineers’ team will study the environmental impacts that could result from construction and nature

of each proposed design. Our main focus is to ensure that the proposed intersection upgrade is

undertaken with minimal disruption to the environment and is sustainable well after completion of

the project. The major identifiable environmental issues are as follows;

Land usage

The proposed intersection upgrade may disrupt the existing habitat and reduce the availability of usable land. Careful consideration will be taken to ensure minimal disruption to native flora and fauna pre and post construction. Further consideration will be taken regarding the impacts on residential and commercial land surrounding the intersection.

Soil quality The disruption of soil caused by construction may lead to a degradation of soil quality in the vicinity if poorly managed. Contaminants such as oils and grease or chemicals may leach into the soil. Removal of vegetation could enhance erosion. Poor compaction could lead to structural issues. Innova considers soils quality of utmost importance and endures to reinstate soil to optimum conditions post construction.

Water quality

Pollutants from machinery and construction can be detrimental to water quality not only in the immediate vicinity but in neighbouring areas if ignored. Particulate matter, chemicals and heavy metals may infiltrate aquifers damaging groundwater and surface water supplies. Strict water quality management policies apply to all Innova projects in order to meet government guidelines.

Air quality Increased airborne pollutants due to construction can affect not only the immediate vicinity but also surrounding areas if poorly managed. Innova are committed to minimising dust and pollutant levels during the construction phase.

Noise quality Construction leads to an increase in noise levels due to machinery operation and associated procedures. Innova considers that this may be an issue for surrounding residencies and ensures noisy tasks are undertaken during standard work hours to minimise disruption to the community. Additionally the increase in traffic post completion may result in a noisier environment; sound buffering methods will be considered to reduce this impact at the discretion of the client



Construction site waste Cut and fill, debris and other construction waste is unavoidable and requires vigilant management to ensure minimal disturbance to the environment. Innova employs strict waste management policies to safeguard not only the environment but the community during construction.

Social and cultural

Social and cultural issues are of utmost importance to Innova. We acknowledge the traditional land owners and dialog with the appropriate stakeholders to ensure favourable outcomes prior to each stage of the project. Furthermore the community is informed at all stages of construction and appropriate forums are provided for local feedback.

Structural Engineering

The structural engineering team will be responsible for the design of the grade intersection

applied to this project. Their design will be based on the surveys conducted by the traffic

engineering team and the data collected from the geotechnical engineers’ field reports and

testing. Further consideration to the environmental impacts and related services will also

play a role in the design. Preliminary design sketches will be produced in order to gauge

public opinion and will form the basis for final design. The structural engineering team at

Innova follows the guidelines stipulated by Australian Standards AS1170, AS1720, AS3600

and AS4100 in all civil/structural design projects.

Water Engineering

The water engineering team will need to design an appropriate stormwater drainage networks and

sewer system to prevent onsite flooding, drainage problems and degradation of water quality in the

area, because construction can induce these issues. To be able to do this, the following data is

required to be analysed:

Hydrological data such as surface run-off, rainfall patterns, volume, distribution and average reoccurrence interval

Topographic contour plots and catchment area survey

Drawings of sewer system and storm water drainage networks.



Urban Planning

Not only current traffic data is to be evaluated, but urban planning design team has to take into

consideration of social and economic impacts that could happen according to Adelaide’s 30-Year

Plan. This includes providing freight priority consistent with a National Network Transport Link

between Wingfield and Darlington to the Port of Adelaide, Adelaide Airport and other industrial and

commercial centres consistent with Adelaide’s 30-Year Plan. Moreover, there is also future

expansion of land use around the area such as residential properties, development of business and

commercial districts, and public places. These will increase traffic volumes and cause traffic

congestion and hence hinder economic prosperity and access to employment, leisure and service

opportunities. Therefore, the urban planning design team has to analyse and predict the outcomes

of this and incorporate this into the design.

We also have to inform and provide our final design details to the relevant companies which provide

utility services in the area of the construction in order for them to plan the relocation of their

services before construction can take place.

3.2 Required Data Geotechnical Engineering

Existing geology report

Borehole logs

Topographic survey: 12D and CAD

Traffic Engineering

AADT design volumes

DPTI turn survey results

Crash data

Land use and land acquisition data

Aerial imagery

Survey results: flow patterns, volumes, annual average daily traffic, traffic type HVAG

Urban Planning

Locality

Places of interest

Zoning

Property (year built) and heritage

30 Year Plan for Greater Adelaide (map extracts)

Stake holder consultation



Water Engineering

Hydrological data such as surface run-off, rainfall patterns, volume, distribution and average reoccurrence interval

Topographic contour plots and catchment area survey

Drawings of sewer system and storm water drainage networks.

3.3 Scope of the Works

Consultant of the project will undertake the design and documentation of the works, involving of the

following items:

Site Assessment (site survey and site analysis)

Preliminary design (detailed design brief, specification and drawings)

Contract documentation ( tender clauses, specification and drawings)

Public display material ( signs, advance notices)

Final design (detailed design brief, specification and drawings)

3.4 Next Step

Innova is available to start working on the feasibility study after confirmation of our tender’s

success. After reviewing the area and accessible data, we will follow our schedule of completion and

also submit a quotation of the review. Evaluating the constraints and issues as well as the scope will

help us produce a detailed feasibility study that will include innovation that only we will be able to

provide. We are confident in our abilities and will ensure that the project is before the time and cost

constraints.



4.0 Quotation

4.1 Rates of pay

Resources Quantity Hours/ week Cost/ hour Weeks Cost (AUD)

Project manager 1 12 220 4 10560

Assistant manager 1 12 180 4 8640

Environmental Engineering

Team leader 1 12 160 4 7680

Senior Engineer 1 12 150 4 7200

Graduate Engineer 2 12 120 4 11520

Geotechnical Engineering

Team leader 1 12 160 4 7680



Civil & Structural Engineering

Team leader 1 12 160 4 7680



Transport and services Engineering

Team leader 1 12 160 4 7680



Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineering

Team leader 1 12 160 4 7680



Total Cost (AUD) 184320

GST (AUD) 18432

4.2 Resource Allocation

Each engineering department will request data to complete their segments of the feasibility study.

Should the required data be unavailable, Innova will require a small fee to research and obtain the

needed data. The fee has not been specified and will vary on the depth of research and amount of

data required.



5.0 Schedule of completion

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