Foundation Design Engineering

Engineering recommendations based on subsurface investigation

Service Overview

Foundation design engineering translates geotechnical investigation data into actionable recommendations for structural engineers. BSGC provides engineering recommendations covering foundation type, allowable bearing capacity, and expected settlement based on site-specific data.

What's Included

• Review of all investigation data (field & laboratory)
• Geotechnical site characterization and assessment
• Foundation type recommendation (shallow/deep)
• Allowable bearing capacity determination
• Settlement analysis and prediction
• Slope stability evaluation (where relevant)
• Construction recommendations and precautions
• Engineering design report with details

Foundation Types Addressed

• Shallow Foundations: Spread footings, strip footings, raft foundations
• Deep Foundations: Pile designs, caisson recommendations
• Special Cases: Slope stability, ground improvement options
• Risk Mitigation: Hazard identification and mitigation measures

Design Parameters Provided

• Allowable bearing capacity (net and gross)
• Foundation depth recommendations
• Settlement predictions (immediate & consolidation)
• Friction angle and cohesion parameters
• Groundwater considerations
• Scour and erosion protection requirements

Typical Deliverables

• Geotechnical characterization summary
• Foundation design parameters table
• Recommended foundation type
• Allowable bearing capacity values
• Settlement calculations and predictions
• Construction period precautions
• Comprehensive engineering report