The Ruby Bay bypass - the project that pushed the boundaries

摘要

The Ruby Bay bypass is a new highway at the top of the South Island, New Zealand. During construction a number of initiatives were put in place to challenge the design, push the boundaries and deliver beyond expectations. These initiatives involved 'smart planning' - a partnering group of key stakeholders; 'smart performance' to increase productivity; and 'smart outcomes' to complete ahead of time and below budget. The project team focused on community, especially local Maori (indigenous New Zealanders), relations and environmental outcomes owing to the sensitive working environment. The completed project has significantly improved levels of service and safety, and reduced traffic volumes on the bypassed highway.