Capability Statement
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May 2026
About Us (typically use first)
For over 65 years customers have been coming to McConnell Dowell with complex projects that require innovative solutions. That's why we're known as the Creative Construction company.
From remote resources and energy projects to city-shaping infrastructure, we've built thousands of quality assets and facilities.
Engineering-led, our expertise has grown steadily to span building, civil, electrical, fabrication, marine, mechanical, pipelines, rail, tunnel and underground construction..
Our Approach (typically use 2nd or 3rd)
We approach every project with a focus on creativity and certainty - seeking the right blend of innovation and safe, proven approaches so we can exceed our customers' expectations.
We also understand that construction today is as much about community and sustainability as it is about concrete and steel. Our unwavering objective and commitment is to deliver what we promise to our customers, while protecting and enhancing our people, the community and the environment.
WA Intro (typically use 4th to 8th)
Since securing our first gas pipeline project in Western Australia in the early 1970s, we've gone on to deliver a steady stream of marine, civil, pipelines, rail and mechanical projects for Australia’s blue chip resource organisations and the WA state government.
During the most recent mining boom we delivered most of the new iron ore export wharves for FMG, BHP and Rio Tinto. We've also delivered hundreds of kilometres of gas pipelines and rail infrastructure throughout the state.
Closer to the CBD we've delivered rail grade separations, and all the mechanical and electrical packages for Perth's first desalination plant.
METRONET Midland Station
Enhancing Perth's metropolitan train network
The Midland Junction Alliance (MJA), an alliance comprising of ourselves, Georgiou Group, Arcadis and BG&E, is delivering the new METRONET Midland Station in Perth, Western Australia. METRONET is a multi-government agency created to oversee the expansion of Perth's metropolitan transport network.
The Midland Station project includes decommissioning and demolishing the existing 53 year old train station and the design and construction of a new station between Helena and Cale streets.
Fast Facts
- Demolition of existing 53 year old station
- Design & construction of new, three platform station
- 600 bay multi-storey carpark
- 12-stand bus interchange
- 1 km shared path
Tram Grade Separation Projects
Easing traffic congestion in Adelaide
As part of an Alliance with our customer, Department for Infrastructure and Transport, CPB Contractors, and designers Mott MacDonald, Arup and Aurecon, we are delivering the Tram Grade Separation Projects in Adelaide, South Australia.
Jointly funded by the Australian and South Australian governments, the projects involve the removal of multiple level crossings along the Glenelg tram line.
Fast Facts
- Removal of mutiple level crossings
- Intersection upgrades
- Part of the broader North-South Corridor T2D project
Port Dock Railway Line Project
Improving connectivity into Port Adelaide for locals and tourists.
The Public Transport Projects (PTP) Alliance comprising of ourselves, Arup and Mott MacDonald (design), together with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (customer) delivered the Port Dock Railway Line Project.
The Alliance's scope of work included:
Fast Facts
- One kilometre rail line
- New train station and bus exchange
- Upgrades to pedestrian and cycle facilities
South Geelong to Waurn Ponds Rail Duplication
More frequent and reliable services on Victoria’s busiest regional rail line.
We were are a member of the Djilang Alliance which delivered the South Geelong to Waurn Ponds Rail Duplication, providing more frequent and reliable services and better stations for passengers on Victoria’s busiest regional rail line.
The alliance was made up of ourselves, Downer, ARUP and WSP.
Fast Facts
- 8 km of track duplication and signalling upgrades
- Two level crossing removals using rail bridges
- Two new stations
Wyndham Vale Train Stabling
Enhancing train reliability in Melbourne's West
As part of the Western Program Alliance we constructed the Wyndham Vale Train Stabling Facility in Melbourne’s West, connecting it to the mainline with zero impact to train operations.
The 3 km long site includes four tracks (roads) each capable of stabling two 6-carriage V/Line diesel Velocity trains. The facility allows for the trains to be refuelled and cleaned and also includes multiple buildings for staff amenities, security and network equipment.
Fast Facts
- 3,500 metres of track
- Complete driver rest facilities
- Designed for future expansion
FMG Mainline Upgrade and Soloman Spur
For FMG's T155 Capacity Expansion Project, we constructed 300 km of new heavy haul rail track and 107 turnouts in remote Western Australia. The new track enabled FMG to increase iron ore export capacity to 155 million tonnes per annum.
Approximately half of our scope of work (150 km), was the partial duplication of the existing FMG mainline. We successfully delivered this adjacent to and interfacing with the busy live rail environment of the mainline. We also installed several new turnouts in the operational mainline under possession.
Fast Facts
- 300 km of standard gauge heavy haul track
- 840,000 tonnes of ballast
- 446,000 sleepers
- 107 No. turnouts
Rail Services
Supporting network operators and projects across Australia
Our rail services team is equipped with specialist plant including tampers, regulators, flash butt welders, and track and resleepering machines. They deliver renewals, upgrade and repairs for a range of rail network owners and operators across Australia.
Some of our current and recent rail services contracts include:
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Summary
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