Tonkin is a public works specialist with more than 70 years’ experience. We are proud to be one of Australia’s most respected multi-disciplinary consultancies.
Urban design, streetscapes and placemaking
Tonkin’s multidisciplinary team of civil and structural engineers provides a comprehensive service offering for a range of public realm projects, including recreation and sport facilities, parks, playgrounds, plazas and street upgrades. Tonkin can provide integrated civil and structural engineering across the full scope of urban design projects, which can include roads, paths, pavements, drainage and WSUD infrastructure, as well as buildings and other structures, such as public art/sculptures and recreation facilities.
Traffic and transport
As Australia’s population grows, transport infrastructure that enables the safe and efficient movement of people and freight is more important than ever. Tonkin delivers transport infrastructure projects in the road, rail, maritime and aviation sectors. No project is too big or small - Tonkin can assist with management of localised traffic issues right through to designing new infrastructure for major projects.
Stormwater
As urban infill increases, so does the need for robust stormwater management solutions that protect communities, water resources and natural eco-systems. Tonkin provides our clients with stormwater planning expertise, technical advice and detailed engineering solutions. We have experience in all aspects of the provision of stormwater services across various projects, with specialisations in transport, public realm and urban developments. Tonkin's stormwater experts can design a wide range of stormwater infrastructure including pumped systems, basins, piped systems, open channels and wetlands.
Asset management, spatial analysis and GIS
Data-driven decision-making helps local government organisations optimise resources and prioritise investment, delivering long term community benefits. Tonkin’s asset management and spatial specialists offer a range of valuable services that help local government councils responsibly manage their assets, in both the short and longer term.
Environment and sustainability
We partner with clients to develop solutions that enhance climate resilience and support adoption of circular approaches. Our dedicated national environment and sustainability team combines expertise from engineers, designers and technical innovators, who bring specialised knowledge of the infrastructure challenges linked to climate change and achieving the net zero transition. We excel in addressing diverse sustainability, resource recovery and environmental challenges, offering tailored solutions aligned to key project objectives.
Water and wastewater
Our breadth of skills allows us to deliver local water solutions through to complex infrastructure projects. Tonkin recognises and responds to the communities need for a safe and reliable water supply. We proudly take a leadership role in ecological stewardship, securing our water resources with sustainable solutions that are supported by smart management and cutting-edge technology. Our highly-skilled water engineers plan, develop, design and deliver a range of potable water, wastewater and recycled water infrastructure for local councils, government and water utilities.
