Projects

Engineering Progress. Delivering Certainty.

Construction Built Design is a trusted partner in delivering complex infrastructure that drives meaningful change across cities, industries, and communities.

Our strength lies in navigating the scale and complexity of major infrastructure programs. We bring deep technical knowledge, strategic foresight, and multidisciplinary capability to every stage of the project lifecycle, turning challenges into opportunities through tailored solutions.

From critical transport corridors and tunnel systems to integrated urban networks and utility infrastructure, our portfolio spans the full spectrum of essential and emerging infrastructure. We integrate advanced technology, sustainable design principles, and robust construction methodologies to ensure every outcome is as reliable as it is forward-thinking.

What sets CBD apart is a focus on collaboration, precision, and enduring value.

Signature Projects

GOLD COAST LIGHT RAIL - STAGE 3 | $1BN

Delivered in
partnership with

GCLR3 comprises 6.7km of dual-track light rail, extending the existing light rail network from Broadbeach to Burleigh Heads along the Gold Coast Highway, including 8 light rail stations and upgrade & expansion of the existing depot and stabling facilities.

CBD were engaged during early works and main works contracts for the following services.

  • Secondee – PUP Design and Construction Manager
  • Design – Space proofing of Energex and Telcom (Telstra, NBN and other carries) civil utilities
  • Construction methodology and staging advice
  • Construction Phase Services – RFI’s, as built documentation and RPEQ for commissioning and handback of PUP

“Being a dense urban environment, Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3 presented highly congested under and above ground utilities within a brown field site. CBD were proud to be a part of the solution to untangle the utilities challenges, paving a clear path for light rail track construction”

Joseph Costello – CBD Design and Construction Project Manager

CROSS RIVER RAIL TUNNELS AND STATIONS | $4BN

Delivered in
partnership with

CRR comprises a 10.2km rail line between Dutton Park and Bowen Hills, with 5.9kms of tunnels and four stations at Boggo Road, Woolloongabba, Albert Street and Roma Street.

CBD were engaged during tender and main works contracts for the following services.

  • Secondee – Senior Project Manager Tunnelling & PUP Manager
  • Management of subsurface utility investigations (SUE)
  • 3D modelling of all existing utilities and maintenance of the model during construction
  • Design of non-contestable utilities including gas, electrical and telecoms
  • Construction methodology and staging advice
  • Construction delivery of full scale underground station mock up

“CBD was in its formative years during this signature project, bringing together likeminded professionals to deliver a contract modification for the Southern Area, where the tunnel connected to the existing rail network. We developed the overall solution integrating utilities, civil structures, temporary works and rail staging. We successfully delivered a convincing solution to the CRR Delivery Authority and Queensland Rail given major rail disruption was the only viable solution. This outcome significantly derisked our Client of a critical scope element.”

James McNicol – Engineering Director

BRISBANE METRO | $1BN

Delivered in
partnership with

BNE Metro comprises the upgrading of 21kms of the existing busway network, 18 stations and construction of a mined tunnel within Adelaide St, to deliver a high-capacity and high-frequency Metro service.

CBD were engaged during tender and main works contracts for the following services.

  • PUP authority interaction, procurement, cost estimating, risk management and program interfaces
  • Space proofing of all PUP including sewerage, water, telecommunications, electrical, gas and storm water
  • Preparation of 4D, dimensionally accurate engineering models used to assess site constraints and inform engineering decisions
  • Detailed trinocular wall and binocular arch tunnelling  methodology comprising canopy tubes and spiles to safety construct near sensitive PUP

“CBD determined the trinocular wall and binocular arch tunnelling methodology for the Adeliade Street Tunnel which was awarded the 2024 Queensland Major Contractors Association Innovation Award. The site exhibited challenging technical conditions, with our innovative solution successfully avoiding critical PUP infrastructure within close proximity to the tunnel structure.”

Michal Studzinski CBD Design and Digital Engineering Manager

LOGANLEA STATION RELOCATION TENDER | $173M and LOGAN AND GOLD COAST FASTER RAIL TENDER | $5.75BN

Delivered in
partnership with

The Loganlea Station will see the station relocate to a new site directly opposite Logan Hospital. The Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project will double the number of tracks between Kuraby and Beenleigh, upgrade stations to improve accessibility, remove 5 level crossings, improve park ‘n’ ride facilities, and provide a new ATC connecting to stations along the 20km project corridor.

CBD were engaged during tender for the following services.

  • Secondee, Construction Methodology Engineer
    & Utilities Manager
  • Development of construction sequencing, 4D timescale model and final animation
  • Management of design, construction planning, client/authority interaction, procurement, cost estimating, risk management and program interfaces for PUP

“Loganlea Station and Gold Coast to Logan Faster Rail Projects form part of the public transport network to deliver patrons to the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games.  It is exciting for CBD to be involved in the formative stages of these city changing projects that will serve as a crucial transportation legacy to South East Queensland, being one of Australia’s fastest growing regions. Bring on the games!”

Joseph Costello – CBD Design and Construction Project Manager

NORTH EAST LINK | $11BN

Delivered in
partnership with

North East Link includes the two largest freeway overhauls in Victoria’s history, with 45 kilometres of new lanes & traffic management systems along the freeway to deliver 11-minute travel time savings and 10 kilometres of ATC.

CBD were engaged during the main works contract for the following services.

  • Secondee – Engineering Manager
  • Constructability input into the design with a focus on the permanent works
  • Optimisation of programs and mitigation optioneering and implementation
  • Detailed methodology development, including onsite trials, to ensure fastest possible delivery program
  • Forecasting of workforce crews based on methods
  • Procurement and contract management of major formwork and gantry’s for the permanent tunnel lining

North East Link comprises the largest tunnels constructed in the Southern Hemisphere. CBD are a strategic advisor to the project, bringing career long experience of over 20 years, sharing our expert design and construction knowledge ensuring the successful delivery of this mega engineering feat, changing the way people move around Melbourne.”

James McNicol – CBD Engineering Manager

PROJECT FOLIO

Name

Cross River Rail
Tunnels & Stations

Delivered in
partnership with

Project

The Cross River Rail Project is a major rail infrastructure initiative in Brisbane, delivering a new river crossing and four underground stations

Role

Utilities Delivery Manager & Snr Tunnelling Manager roles. Design services including development and maintaining existing PUP BIM model, gas, electrical and telecoms utility design packages. Construction services including construction methodology and staging advice

Shoalhaven Pumped Hydro Expansion Project

Delivered in
partnership with

The Shoalhaven Pumped Hydro Expansion Project aims to increase renewable energy storage capacity by expanding existing hydro infrastructure in New South Wales

ECI Phase Lead

Oven Mountain
Pumped Hydro

Delivered in
partnership with

The Oven Mountain Pumped Hydro Project is a 900 MW off-river energy storage facility supporting renewable energy and grid reliability in NSW

ECC Phase Lead

BNE Metro

Delivered in
partnership with

Brisbane Metro is a high-frequency, electric bus rapid transit system improving inner-city travel with dedicated corridors and upgraded stations

Engineering lead, to resolve critical design and construction solution. Provide ongoing support through delivery. No time lost on program, award winner

Snowy Hydro 2.0

Delivered in
partnership with

Snowy Hydro 2.0 is a major pumped hydro project expanding Australia’s renewable energy storage and grid stability through on-demand generation

Value Engineering challenge team

Sunshine Coast
Desalination Plant

Delivered in
partnership with

The Sunshine Coast Desalination Plant will provide a climate-resilient water source, supporting future growth and water security for South East Queensland

Technical Lead for Feasibility Study, Tunnel and Marine

Mogalakwena
Platinum Mine

Delivered in
partnership with

Mogalakwena Platinum Mine is a large open-pit mine in South Africa, producing platinum group metals and supporting global clean energy technologies

Technical Lead

Gold Coast Light Rail
Stage 3

Delivered in
partnership with

Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3 extends the network south to Burleigh Heads, improving public transport connectivity and supporting sustainable urban growth

Utilities Design Manager & Utilities Delivery Manager roles. Design services including electrical and telecoms utilities and temporary works design packages. Construction services including construction methodology and staging advice and RPEQ for Construction Phase Services (CPS)

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