Strengthening Victoria's forensic capability without interrupting operations.
- Client
- Department of Justice and Community Safety
- Contract
- Construct Only
- Location
- Victoria
- Duration
- 24 months
The Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine Capital Works Upgrade enhanced one of Australia’s busiest forensic facilities while maintaining uninterrupted 24-hour operations.
Delivered within a live forensic environment, the project included a new substation and backup generator facility, upgraded imaging services, redevelopment of the Coronial Admission and Enquiries department, and improvements to infectious disease management. Careful staging allowed the facility to remain fully operational throughout construction.
A live forensic environment
Unlike a conventional redevelopment, construction took place within a facility operating around the clock, supporting coronial services, forensic investigations and specialist imaging.
Every stage of work was carefully coordinated to maintain uninterrupted operations while protecting staff, visitors and sensitive forensic activities.
Nine stages. One operational facility.
The upgrade was delivered across nine carefully planned separable portions, allowing multiple work fronts to progress while keeping the Institute fully operational.
This staged approach reduced disruption, supported ongoing service delivery and gave the client flexibility as different areas were completed and brought back into operation.
Nine carefully staged work areas. Operations continued throughout.
Building capability for the future
The project delivered more than refurbished spaces. New critical infrastructure, upgraded CT and MRI imaging, improved infectious disease capability, and resilient backup power have increased the Institute’s operational capability for years to come.
Collaboration at every stage
Working within an operational forensic facility required close collaboration with the client and stakeholders to coordinate construction, commissioning and handover activities.
By planning each stage in detail and adapting to operational requirements, the team delivered the upgrades while maintaining essential forensic services.
