URS is able to scope, arrange, supervise and manage the following aspects of geotechnical site investigations:

• compilation and review of existing data;
• air photo interpretation;
• terrain evaluation;
• detailed geological mapping;
• detailed logging of soils and rock core;
• statistical analysis of rock fracture and defect data;
• PC computer field data input and analyses on site;
• comprehensive laboratory testing (soil, rock, chemical);
• water pressure and pump testing of boreholes;
• groundwater systems installation and monitoring;
• geophysical surveys and interpretation;
• marine and land geophysical surveys;
• in situ soil and rock stress measurements;
• cone penetrometer testing and interpretation; and
• in situ deformation measurements;

Our ability to provide an integrated, multidisciplinary approach to a wide range of industries, in both highly populated and remote regions, ensure URS’s clients only deal with one consultancy for all operations and save valuable time, money and effort.