Commercial Development

Hall and Woodhouse Geotechnical Engineering Sector: Commercial Development Value:

Approx. £40k

Date:

2006 to Present

We Value: Quality Health and Safety Environmental Management Sustainability Equal Opportunity

Environmental Consultancy Site Investigations

Borough Viaduct London

Palace Pier, Brighton

Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth

The Project Services Supplied on this Project: •

Desk Study Assessment;

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Environmental Impact Assessment;

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Preliminary Ground Investigation;

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Contaminated Land

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Investigation Strategy;

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Detailed Investigation;

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Geotechnical Assessment;

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Contamination Risk Assessment;

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Ground Gas Risk Assessment;

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Development of Remedial Strategies;

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Construction Phase Inspection;

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Validation;

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Regulatory Consultation and Liaison.

28 Crescent Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 3RP Tel: +44 1273 699399 www.gesl.net

On behalf of Hall & Woodhouse Geo-Environmental undertook multiple phases of investigation and site assessment on a new mixed use development for their Blandford Brewery which included a state of the art brewery complex, commercial areas and future residential development. Geo-Environmental provided technical and consultancy services in the development from Master Planning to detailed planning stage for the redevelopment. The site’s lengthy use as a brewery and its environmental sensitivity, close to the River Stour and overlying a Major Aquifer, combined with the scope of the proposed development itself, made this a complex project that required a multi-phased investigation and assessment strategy.

Aerial of Site Location, Blandford, Dorset

Expertise On such a complex project both the approach taken and advice provided needs to be tailored to fit with the requirements of the Client, designer and regulators – an “off the shelf” solution is not appropriate. Geo-Environmental provided a professional approach to meeting the Client’s and regulators’ requirements through a phased assessment approach, with the introduction of specific professional services at key stages of the planning, design and development cycle.

Geo-Environmental worked closely with the design and construction teams to deliver remedial objectives in an integrated construction solution.

Benefits It was important that the site remained in operation as a brewery while the site investigation works were carried out. It is always Geo-Environmental’s aim to help our clients minimise financial exposure and environmental incidents by thoroughly identifying risk and creating a plan to design these out, or suggest effective mitigation strategies. Geo-Environmental were able to provide ground investigation services which suited the specific site constraints and achieved these goals.

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Fuller, Smith &Turner P.L.C. Geotechnical Engineering Sector: Commercial and Housing Development

Value: Approx. £15k Date:

We Value: Quality Health and Safety Environmental Management Sustainability Equal Opportunity

Environmental Consultancy Site Investigations

Borough Viaduct London

2009 to 2010

Palace Pier, Brighton

Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth

The Project Services Supplied on this Project: •

Desk Study Assessment;

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Chalk Cavity Assessment;

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Ground Investigation (Window Sampling and Trial Pitting);

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Trial Pit Soakage Tests in Accordance with BRE Digest 365;

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Geotechnical Assessment for Foundations;

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Contamination Risk Assessment;

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Ground Gas Risk Assessment.

Geo-Environmental undertook an investigation, on behalf of Fuller, Smith and Turner P.L.C. for the proposed mixed use development of a former brewery site in Horndean.

The site extended over three land parcels each with their own unique history.

In addition to general brewery operations, former site uses included meat processing, vehicle re-fuelling (brewery fleet), coal powered boilers (latterly gas powered) and blacksmith/forge works. In addition, the main brewery building included a cellar complex which formerly housed beer vats and a groundwater abstraction well extending to depth in the underlying Upper Chalk (major aquifer).

The investigations included a detailed desk study assessment followed by an intrusive investigation. At the time of the intrusive investigation, the site remained operational and thus careful planning and liaison with Client management and site personnel was required.

Aerial of Site Location, Horndean, Hampshire

Expertise Geo-Environmental worked closely with the Client to provide a phased assessment to support the disposal of the site for redevelopment. Geo-Environmental was able to provide specific expertise in relation to local geological hazards, their identification and implications for development. The geotechnical and contamination assessments required a detailed understanding of the site’s history, the potential impact on land quality associated with the complex historic use and former land uses in proximity to the site.

Benefits

28 Crescent Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 3RP Tel: +44 1273 699399 www.gesl.net

Geo-Environmental worked closely with Fuller, Smith and Turner plc to deliver a professional, tailored and bespoke investigation to meet their specific requirements on this project. Geo-Environmental was able to present the assessment and a range of recommendations in a clear and concise manner to facilitate understanding and decision making by the Client, designers, developer and regulators.

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Linden Homes Southern Ltd Geotechnical Engineering Sector: Commercial Development Value: Approx. £10k Date:

2009

We Value: Quality Health and Safety Environmental Management Sustainability Equal Opportunity

Environmental Consultancy Site Investigations

Borough Viaduct London

Palace Pier, Brighton

Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth

The Project Services Supplied on this Project: •

Desk Study Assessment;

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Preliminary Ground Investigation (Window Sample Boreholes and Trial Pitting);

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In-situ Testing for Pavement Design;

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Trial Pit Soakage Tests in Accordance with BRE Digest 365;

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Supplementary Investigation (Cable Percussion Boreholes);

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Geotechnical Assessment for Foundations and Earthworks;

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Contamination Risk Assessment;

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Ground Gas Risk Assessment;

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Earthworks Fill Suitability Assessment and Specification.

Geo-Environmental undertook an investigation for the proposed development of a site in Totton, from fallow farmland to sports pitches, stands, a clubhouse complex and car parking areas. The site itself was situated on a gentle slope and therefore required re-profiling in order to form the level sports pitches specified in the development.

Taking this into account and in consultation with Linden Homes, the investigation therefore included an assessment for earthworks fill suitability and earthworks specification.

Following the first phase of the ground investigation, the clubhouse complex was found to overlie soft compressible soils, which could have required a change in Linden Homes development strategy. Geo-Environmental investigated options for the Client and initial consideration was given to changing the development layout. After due consideration this was found not to be a feasible option and thus a supplementary investigation was undertaken to support the design of piled foundations.

Expertise Whilst the form of this development was a departure from that typically undertaken by Linden Homes, GeoEnvironmental was able to provide relevant professional and technical support to understand and overcome the challenges with this site and achieve the required goals to support its development. When challenges are identified in site developments, experienced geotechnical engineers Aerial of Site Location, Totton, Hampshire can ensure that delays and additional costs do not occur. Our geotechnical team has extensive experience and this is a crucial factor in ensuring that our clients meet their goals.

Benefits The abnormal ground conditions and development layout constraints required the consideration of innovative solutions to achieve the Client’s objectives.

GeoEnvironmental’s experienced and customer focussed Geotechnical Engineers worked in close collaboration with the Client to deliver the required information in a timely and cost effective manner. .

28 Crescent Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 3RP Tel: +44 1273 699399 www.gesl.net

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George and Harding Geotechnical Engineering Sector: Commercial Development Value: Approx. £45k Date:

2007

We Value: Quality Health and Safety Environmental Management Sustainability Equal Opportunity

Environmental Consultancy Site Investigations

Borough Viaduct London

Palace Pier, Brighton

Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth

The Project Services Supplied on this Project: • Desk Study Assessment;

Geo-Environmental undertook geotechnical and environmental ground investigations, on behalf of George and Harding, at ten Travelodge Hotel sites across the country to ascertain ground conditions for the design of new hotel buildings and extensions to existing hotel buildings. The site works were programmed to be undertaken over a period of ten working days and were co-ordinated to run consecutively.

The investigations were carried out during hotel operations, within the Travelodge car parks and immediately around the footprints of each hotel buildings.

• Sub-Surface Services Survey • Intrusive Ground Investigation by Cable Percussion Rig, Window Sampling and Hand Excavation of Trial Pits; • Geotechnical Assessment for Foundations and Earthworks; • Contamination Risk Assessment; • Ground Gas Risk Assessment

Picture of a Travelodge

Geo-Environmental’s ability to provide robust Health and Safety strategies to provide protection for the site investigation operatives, general public, and Travelodge customers and workers proved to be a key element in the success of the works.

Expertise Geo-Environmental was able to provide a robust Health and Safety Plan, relevant site specific Risk Assessments and Method Statements for all works carried out on each of the ten sites across the country.

Benefits Utilising strict site controls and following robust, yet pragmatic health and safety protocols, the works were carried out in such a manner as to limit disruption and associated risks to Travelodge customers, the general public and the hotels infrastructure.

The Travelodge contract was awarded to Geo-Environmental, despite keen competition from other ground investigation companies, primarily due finding ways of significantly cutting costs without compromising the quality of the end product.

28 Crescent Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 3RP Tel: +44 1273 699399 www.gesl.net

The reports for each site were delivered on time and within budget. Subsequent to this contract, Geo-Environmental have been awarded work on several further Travelodge sites with an approximate contract value in excess of £60k. We continue to maintain a very good working relationship with the client, associated consultants and design and build contractors.

Excellence in Geotechnical and Environmental Services We are a trusted supplier of choice for Geotechnical and Environmental Services for our customers by delivering consistent quality and reliability, taking seriously our obligations to operate safely and sustainably, valuing and supporting our workforce and delivering value for money for our customers.