We deliver civil infrastructure and industrial works across Victoria. Typical packages include Form Reo Pour (FRP), footings and foundations, structural slabs on ground, retaining walls (in-situ, sleeper and timber), pits and chambers, culverts and drainage structures, pavements/driveways, footpaths, site establishment works, carpentry support, earthworks to support concrete works, and labour hire.
FRP stands for Formwork – Reinforcement – Pour. It’s the complete concrete package: we build and brace the formwork, install the reinforcement as detailed, then place and finish the concrete.
Yes. A large portion of our work is in-situ concrete structures, built on site to engineering drawings (for example walls, pits, slabs, headwalls, wing walls, barriers, and other structural elements).
Yes. We install precast elements as part of drainage and infrastructure packages (for example culverts and beams), and then complete any required in-situ components such as aprons, approach slabs, headwalls and wing walls.
Depending on the project, this includes in-situ walls, stairs, pits/chambers, headwalls, structural slabs, chemical bunds, abutments/wingwalls/piers, pavements, columns, capping beams, architectural elements such as seating and barriers, and related civil structures.
We use an implemented quality process with inspection “hold points.” Each critical stage is checked and documented before progressing to the next stage.
Hold points are checkpoints where we confirm key items are correct (for example excavation levels, reinforcement, formwork stability) before we proceed. This reduces rework and helps prevent defects.
Yes. We capture photos at each hold point (e.g., excavation, reinforcement, and after the pour) as part of our quality and communication process.
We focus on clear, consistent communication throughout the project. The goal is that the client is informed before they need to ask.
Safety is a core value. We plan the job, use the right equipment and PPE, maintain tidy work areas, and apply appropriate controls for the task (including fall protection where required).
Formwork is installed and braced correctly, and where applicable we work to temporary works requirements. Our hold-point inspections ensure stability and accuracy before concrete placement.
Yes. Structural works are built in accordance with the drawings and specifications provided.
No—generally we do not produce the drawings. We deliver the construction scope to the drawings and specifications provided for the project.
Yes. We build pits to VicRoads and Melbourne Water standards where required.
Excavate to the specified level and dimensions, confirm suitable bearing (including geotech inspection where required), install membrane/black plastic if specified, place reinforcement, then pour and finish concrete.
Yes. We record key stages as part of our quality process, including photos at hold points such as excavation and reinforcement.
Accuracy to drawings—correct depth, size, reinforcement placement—and verifying conditions before pouring.
The core steps are very similar. The main difference is often the finish requirements (e.g., a structural footing just needs to be level; a slab/driveway may require a specific finish).
We deliver structural slabs on ground, shed slabs, heavy-duty/industrial slabs, and raft slabs (on-ground). (We don’t focus on waffle pod slabs.)
Yes. We can handle removal and disposal of existing surfaces as part of the package.
Common finishes include plain concrete, non-slip finishes, and exposed aggregate. Exposed aggregate is popular for driveways and footpaths.
Yes. We construct footpaths as specified for the project, including finishes and levels required.
In-situ concrete retaining walls
Concrete sleeper retaining walls
Timber retaining walls
Because a retaining wall is not a dam—water must be able to escape. Poor drainage increases pressure and can cause failure.
We install appropriate drainage measures such as geofabric/terradrain products, ag drains, and suitable free-draining backfill, as specified and appropriate to the wall type.
We build in-situ pits and chambers including drainage pits, service/utility pits and valve pits, as specified by the project.
Pit works include specific controls such as fall protection and safe access planning. We also use hold points and staged inspections.
Yes, where specified we install pit lids and complete the works ready for handover.
Typically: excavation and base preparation, placing precast elements safely (including crane lifts where required), then completing associated in-situ works such as apron slabs, approach slabs, headwalls or wing walls.
Yes. We have the tools and equipment required to deliver these works, including earthmoving equipment and attachments (e.g., mini excavator with augers and additional attachments).
Yes. We can deliver end-to-end packages including prep/earthworks to support concrete works, formwork, reinforcement, pouring and finishing, plus supporting carpentry and labour where required.
Services can include compound builds and site office setups, covered walkways and meeting areas, and construction of associated timber frameworks and roofing/sheeting as required.
Yes. Site establishment and civil works are delivered with safe work methods and appropriate controls where public access or live environments apply.
We can supply skilled personnel including carpenters/formworkers, skilled labourers, concreters, dogmen, riggers, supervision and plant operators.
Yes. We can supply fully equipped vehicles with tools, and small plant capability where required, so teams can add value immediately on site.
Cinerari Contracting delivers professional concrete, formwork and civil construction services with a strong focus on safety, precision and clean handovers. If you’re planning a civil, industrial or commercial project, we’re ready to review your scope and discuss how we can support your works.
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