Dry earthworks
From technical report to smart soil strategy
Dry earthworks
In construction and redevelopment projects, earthworks often make the difference between smooth execution and a site full of surprises. Whether it concerns infrastructure works, nature development projects, underground car parks or projects combined with soil remediation: choices made in the early design phase steer not only project costs, but also feasibility, risks and lead times.
A robust technical report forms the backbone. It guides execution, keeps soil flows manageable and prevents unexpected transport and processing costs during the works.
Witteveen+Bos supports you with technically substantiated advice and a clear strategy, ensuring earthworks are not only compliant, but also cost-efficient and predictable.
Our approach: expertise that thinks ahead, right down to the construction site
Our specialised dry earthworks team supports developers, contractors and public authorities with in-depth technical knowledge and a strongly solution-driven mindset.
We contribute from the very first design ideas through to the final destination of the excavated soil.
More reuse, lower costs, fewer risks
Large projects often involve multiple contamination types within the same soil batch. This quickly triggers the reflex to classify everything as 'construction material', resulting in high costs and complex disposal flows.
Witteveen+Bos takes a different view. We assess where soil materials can be reused within the project as soil. This immediately creates advantages:
- better alignment between design and execution
- lower transport and processing costs
- fewer surprises during construction
- more efficient soil balances
- stronger control over planning and budget
A well-considered soil strategy reduces total project costs while strengthening design robustness.
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Creative solutions, aligned with the right authorities
Maximising reuse sometimes requires alternative or creative solutions. We validate potential scenarios with the relevant authorities and stakeholders, such as Grondbank vzw, OVAM and other involved parties. This prevents discussions afterwards and ensures legal and technical certainty.
Technical report as a tool for smooth execution
The technical report remains the key document for controlled earthworks. We ensure findings, recommendations and potential soil flows are developed clearly and comprehensively.
You receive a report that is not only compliant, but also practical: clear, logically structured and aligned with on-site realities.
And our support does not stop at delivery. We remain available during execution to adjust quickly when conditions change and excavation is already underway.
Looking for a technical report that drives your project forward?
Contact Witteveen+Bos for a no-obligation advisory meeting.
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