The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has awarded the design concept contract for the Bruce Highway Tiaro Bypass in Queensland, a project that is expected to support around 490 direct jobs over the project lifecycle.
Arup and SMEC have been awarded the detailed design contract for the four-lane bypass.
The Federal and Queensland governments are investing a total of $336 million in the project, with the Federal Government providing $268.8 million.
The draft concept design includes nine kilometres of new four-lane highway, a concrete centre median barrier, interchanges north and south of Tiaro and improved highway flood immunity.
Arup and SMEC will now work with TMR to deliver:
- Further detailed investigations including environmental, hydraulics, noise, geotechnical, pavement, traffic and safety assessments
- Development of detailed road and bridge design drawings including drainage, lighting, signage, property accesses and public utility relocations
- Preparation of detailed cost estimates, construction drawings and contract and procurement documents for the construction phase
