australia estimates . Fletcher Construction was responsible for the 4-lane road , which runs from Taupiri in the north , crossing flat farmland and the Waikato River before connecting with the completed Te Rapa section .
“ The project was delivered using a Design and Construct model ,” said Mercedes Santos , the Transport Agency ’ s project manager for the section . “ This model provides greater flexibility to the contractor and enabled innovation and consequent cost savings .
“ The health and safety record was a highlight of the project with
very few incidents and those were of a minor nature . The agency takes health and safety on site very seriously , and so we take great pride when our projects are delivered in safe work environments .”
Construction of the Ngaruawahia Section began in September of 2011 and included seven bridges , six of which are overbridges and a new 142-metre bridge over the Waikato River .
Santos expressed her gratitude for Fletcher Construction ’ s hard work on the project : “ With their expertise and willingness to go the extra mile , we have shaved $ 50 million off the
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