Environmental Planning

Getting your project approved requires expert navigation of environmental requirements and stakeholder expectations. Our team specialises in environmental impact assessments and planning approvals that set your project up for success, drawing on our experience across Australia’s largest infrastructure projects.

Combining technical expertise with practical experience.

Every successful infrastructure project starts with solid environmental planning. For over a decade, we’ve helped major projects secure approvals by combining rigorous environmental assessment with practical understanding of construction realities. Our approach ensures your environmental documentation not only meets regulatory requirements but provides a strong foundation for project delivery.

How we work

Environmental planning isn’t just about ticking boxes – it’s about setting your project up for success from day one. We’ve refined our approach over hundreds of successful project approvals to deliver outcomes that work in the real world.

Through our proven planning process, we:

Map out the regulatory landscape
We help you navigate the maze of environmental legislation, standards, and guidelines that affect your project
Get boots on the ground early
Thorough site investigations to identify heritage items, endangered species, and other environmental constraints before they impact your timeline
Prepare robust documentation
Clear, comprehensive REF reports and Environmental Impact Statements that meet agency requirements and support project approval
Stay ahead of nature’s challenges
Practical strategies to manage weather impacts, seasonal environmental constraints, and other natural challenges
Build strong stakeholder relationships
From regulators to community groups, we make sure everyone’s concerns are understood and addressed
Turn challenges into solutions
Developing practical approaches to protect sensitive areas while maintaining project progress

Environmental planning in action

We’ve successfully delivered environmental planning services across major infrastructure projects including Western Harbour Tunnel, Sydney Metro West, and the Central West Orana and Humelink Renewable Energy Zones, where early identification of environmental constraints helps shape practical, achievable solutions.

Why Partner With HW?

Environmental planning sets the foundation for your entire project. Our unique combination of environmental and acoustic expertise, coupled with extensive major project experience, helps you navigate approval challenges effectively. We don’t just identify issues – we provide practical solutions that work for both regulators and construction teams.

Hutchison Weller’s approach to our complex infrastructure project was truly impressive. Their team’s diverse expertise and client-first focus allowed them to tackle our unique challenges head-on. They delivered exceptional environmental performance while considering our broader project needs. I’d highly recommend their services to anyone seeking innovative, tailored solutions.

Sarah Thompson, Project Manager

Trusted on leading infrastructure projects

Our environmental and acoustic assessments have helped secure approvals for some of Australia’s most significant infrastructure developments.

Kingsford Smith Drive Upgrade – Brisbane

Hutchison Weller was LendLease’s acoustic consultant to the Kingsford Smith Drive Upgrade. We delivered the CNVMP and provide environmental advice and monitoring services.

Northern Beaches Hospital Road Upgrade Project

From project commencement, we’ve supported Ferrovial York with end-to-end environmental management, including EPA license variations, approval modifications, and comprehensive noise and vibration monitoring solutions.