When it comes to complex infrastructure demolition in Sydney, not all contractors are equal.
The Burwood Decommissioning Project on Parramatta Road demanded more than standard demolition – it required a systemised, engineered approach to deconstruction above a live Sydney Metro station box.
Engaged by the Acciona-Ferrovial Joint Venture (AFJV), Perfect Contracting delivered the full removal of the Beirut acoustic shed and associated structural works. The result: zero harm, 98% material recycling, and project completion three weeks ahead of schedule. This achievement reinforces Perfect’s reputation as Australia’s leading partner for high-risk infrastructure deconstruction.
Project Scope of Works
- Sequenced rigging and dual-crane lifts for roof and wall panels
- Reverse-sequence deconstruction of cladding, purlins, and structural steel
- All works executed above live shafts and tunnelling infrastructure
- Internal Structural Decommissioning
- Mechanical demolition of columns, footings, and in-shed concrete structures
- Oxy-cutting, shear separation, and vibration-controlled techniques
- Protection of capping beams, anchors, and shotcrete walls
- Client Integration and Coordination
- Shared program windows for crane access and tunnelling logistics
- Co-located supervision with AFJV’s operations team
- Exclusion zones and lift planning jointly coordinated with client
Industry-Leading Demolition Methodology
Unlike conventional demolition, this project followed a systemised deconstruction model, underpinned by:
- Engineered lift plans, SWMS, ITPs, and third-party verification
- Assignar-driven documentation, asset management, and workforce tracking
- Daily coordination meetings with client field leads
- Engineered slab cutting and non-vibration methods to protect sensitive shaft crowns
This methodology ensured zero disruption to metro tunnelling operations and exemplified best practice for live-site infrastructure demolition in Sydney.
Safety and Environmental Excellence
Perfect Contracting operates with a Zero Harm culture — a commitment that goes beyond compliance. On the Burwood project, safety and environmental control measures included:
- 24/7 site fencing and access management
- Live vibration and dust monitoring with Motorfog suppression
- Dedicated spotters at all movement interfaces
- Pre-start safety briefings and strict checklist-driven handovers
- Full traffic and pedestrian management on Parramatta Road
The outcome: zero injuries, zero breaches, and zero community disruption.
Delivery Leadership
This project was delivered by a highly skilled integrated team:
- Senior Project Manager, Milad Rowda – led schedule recovery and interface control
- Project Engineer – managed documentation, lift plans, and reporting
- Rigging and Crane Specialists – delivered all high-risk removal sequences
- Perfect Concrete Care Team – executed precision slab cutting and trimming
Unlike subcontract-led packages, this was a Perfect-led deconstruction project — from methodology through to final handover.
Results That Define the Standard
Metric | Result |
Project Duration | Completed March 2025 (3 weeks early) |
Program Disruption | 0 hours lost |
Safety Performance | Zero injuries, zero breaches |
Recycling Rate | 98% of materials recovered |
Shaft Interface Risk | Fully protected, zero incidents |
Client Satisfaction | “Exceptional” |
Why This Project Matters
The Burwood Decommissioning Project was not demolition — it was engineered deconstruction. By removing the Beirut acoustic shed directly above live metro works, Perfect Contracting proved that safety, precision, and schedule certainty can coexist on Australia’s most challenging infrastructure projects.
This job sets a national precedent for how live-interface station box demolitions should be executed. It shows why government clients, Tier 1 contractors, and infrastructure owners turn to Perfect Contracting when they need absolute certainty in delivery.
Perfect Contracting acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Isander people as Traditional Custodians of the country on which we live and work. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians and Elders past, present and future, and honour their connection to the land and ongoing contribution to society.
