Our Expertise
We work to find solutions, not problems, where technical excellence is a non-negotiable
Each of our services is led by a team of industry experts who ensure that excellence underpins every one of our projects.
Engaging Xavier Knight from project inception creates the opportunity to experience the true synergy of our processes and services. We work closely with our clients and partners, across a broad range of specialisations, to deliver projects to the highest standard that they possibly can be.
Our Services
Structural Engineering
Structural Engineering
Structural engineering demands a precise understanding of human, environmental and economic needs. It requires the balanced application of science and art, sculpting materials to withstand the forces of nature and the manmade environment. Relishing the challenges of advanced architecture and design, we take a customised approach to every project. With a focus on the client and community’s goals, our Structural engineers design with a responsibility for the future and longevity of our projects. They employ innovative construction techniques to provide value engineering solutions and deliver optimum outcomes.
Our specialisations include:
- High-Rise structures
- Remedial and Forensic
- Post tensioning
- Deep basement retention, excavation and piling
- Modular solutions
- Long span steel structures
- Materials technology
- Timber structures
Civil and Stormwater
Civil and Stormwater
Combining decades of experience, our experienced engineers have worked closely with public and private providers to engineer functional and practical infrastructure. At XK, we understand how civil infrastructure provides critical services to society. This is why our team is dedicated to delivering value at every stage of the process.
Our civil team’s approach seeks to optimise solutions and streamline the delivery of projects across a wide range of sectors. With sustainability at the core of our designs, we provide civil engineering services from concept through planning, design and construction. In addition, our in-depth knowledge of approval processes ensures our clients reach their objectives and requirements.
Bringing a proven track record of successful projects, we design with responsibility for the future and longevity of our projects. We are committed to developing innovative solutions that ensure the most valuable outcome for our clients and the community.
Civil
- Subdivisions
- Public domain
- Uitilities
- Roads, intersections and car parking designs
- Earthworks and cut and fill analysis
- Soil and Water Management Plans (SWMP)
- Erosion and Sediment Control Plans (ESCP)
Stormwater Management
- Stormwater systems
- On-site detention design/retention basin
- Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD)
- Overland flow design
Flood Management
- Flood modelling (1D and 2D)
- Open and closed channels, culverts and bridges, hydraulic studies
- Flood risk management reporting
Façade Engineering
Façade Engineering
” The design of a façade requires an intricate interconnection between built form and surface design. Our façade engineers apply the science of structural anatomy, environment and aesthetics to create garments for structures that are both functional and beautiful, and communicate the identity of a built form.
Our Façade team has over 150 years of combined experience in bespoke and certified façade systems, the overall design of building envelopes and other unique built forms.
Collaborating with architects and other professionals such as fire engineers, acoustics professionals and wind experts – we help bring to life the identity of a building and create welcoming environments for work, play and life.
At Xavier Knight, we consistently find a better way, searching for and employing innovative design principles to add value on every level. Our approach provides value-engineering solutions that are cost-effective without compromising the architectural aesthetics or performance.
Offering end-to-end façade engineering services, our expertise covers all phases of a project, from initial concept and detailed design to support during fabrication & installation.
Our Façade engineers excel in their field. They employ the latest technology and work with high-performance materials to optimise the performance of a building’s envelope, maximise environmental sustainability, increase longevity and lower maintenance costs.
Our technical expertise and broad knowledge of local and international standards offer significant value on all our projects, providing sustainable, economical, practical and buildable solutions and BCA compliant designs.
We offer façade engineering with specialisation in:
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Digital Engineering
Digital Engineering
Digital transformation is shaking our industry. The interaction of people and technology allows greater success in construction. We commit ourselves to continually investing in the most advanced and innovative design methodology and software to transform some of the most ambitious designs into reality.
Through digital engineering, we have the ability to leverage our data to respond quickly to new trends that may impact our projects while delivering more value to our clients. We improve coordination, collaboration, efficiency, planning, and risk control by applying progressive technologies.
Our team currently offers expertise in the following technologies:
- 3D: The form of a structure is visualised and brought to life through 3D building information modelling to ensure that the built environment, architecture and services work together harmoniously, providing people-centric spaces for the community
Construction Engineering
Construction Engineering
We specialise in developing construction methodologies by delivering efficient and practical solutions that mitigate site risks, and delays while minimizing construction costs. We provide innovative solutions to address complex challenges such as site access and material delivery.
Our team synergises digital engineering and construction engineering to bring the building process to life.
Our service includes:
- Construction Methodologies/Sequencing
- Temporary works Planning and Design
- Façade Retention
- Top-down construction
Our Process
Our mission to raise the standard of engineering services available in our built environment is embedded in our comprehensive design management process.
01
Proposal
- Understand project opportunity
- Carry out initial risk review
- Assess project suitability
- Prepare draft proposal
- Complete internal review and verification of proposal
- Submit proposal to client
- Negotiate and finalise agreement
Establish project in systems
02
Planning
- Confirm project team and budget
- Carry out detailed risk review
- Develop Project Quality Assurance Plan
- Conduct internal Project Team Kick-Off Meeting
- Attend and contribute to Project Kick-Off Meeting with client and project partners
- Commence project delivery
03
Delivery
- Determine project approach and carry out preliminary designs
- Project Director Review and verification to ensure project approach will meet client brief
- Develop and coordinate project deliverables with project team
- Review and check of project deliverables in accordance with Project Quality Assurance plan
- Review and verification of all project deliverables against project brief and client expectations
- Complete independent engineering verification and audit activities
- Issue approved deliverables to client
04
Closure
- Review and close out contractual obligations
- Finalise invoicing and payments
- Seek client and partner feedback
- Facilitate Project Team Debrief Meeting
- Share lessons learned and action opportunities for improvements
- Update marketing database
- Finalise admin and close out project on system
