Overview
OSM Concrete was engaged to deliver the Sea World Sandy Shores waterfront concrete works within one of the Gold Coast’s busiest live visitor environments.
The project involved the construction of an engineered curved waterfront slab and pathway system designed to support large cantilevered shade structures while also performing as a retaining element in key areas of the build.
Delivered within an active public precinct, the works required careful planning, staged access, night works and precise construction sequencing to achieve both structural performance and a high-quality public-facing finish.
The completed project now provides a durable, visually appealing waterfront pathway that integrates seamlessly with the surrounding Sea World environment.
Scope of Works
• Engineered curved waterfront slab construction
• Waterfront pathway construction
• Structural slab works supporting cantilevered shade sails
• Retaining-function concrete works
• Heavy reinforcement installation
• Night works delivery
• Curved formwork and edge detailing
• Public precinct pathway finishing
Services Provided
• Commercial concrete construction
• Engineered slab installation
• Steel fixing and reinforcement placement
• Curved formwork construction
• Concrete pumping and placement
• Night works coordination
• Public infrastructure concrete works
• Waterfront concrete construction
Project Challenges
One of the major challenges on the project was delivering new pathway infrastructure while preserving existing mature vegetation throughout the park.
The pathway alignment passed through established tree zones, requiring specialised deep root concrete design principles to minimise impact to existing root systems while maintaining long-term structural performance of the pathway.
Additional complexities included varying levels and grades through the site, maintaining access through active public park areas, curved pathway geometry, staging works efficiently across multiple sections, and coordinating future interfaces with bridge and boardwalk infrastructure.
The project required careful planning and execution to balance durability, accessibility and environmental sensitivity.
Construction & Delivery
The supplied design drawings show an extensive staged pathway network through Terry & Carol Moore Park, including multiple curved alignment sections and long continuous pathway runs extending through the reserve.
The pathway design incorporated deep root concrete footpath details specifically intended to help protect mature vegetation while improving pedestrian accessibility throughout the parkland environment.
OSM Concrete coordinated pathway construction works carefully around existing site conditions while maintaining a clean and consistent finish across the project.
Outcome
The completed pathway upgrade improves pedestrian accessibility, connectivity and usability throughout Terry & Carol Moore Park while maintaining the natural character of the surrounding environment.
By combining quality concrete construction with environmentally conscious design considerations, the project delivers durable long-term public infrastructure suited to a busy community park setting.
This project reflects OSM Concrete’s capability in council, civil and public infrastructure works where presentation, durability and environmental sensitivity all need to work together.
For high-quality civil project management and construction, contact us here.
