Epworth Geelong – Stage 2
Epworth Geelong Stage 2 involved the delivery of three specialist consulting tenancies within a live hospital environment, incorporating Pain Matrix, neurology and neurosurgery, and IVF services. The project transformed a predominantly cold shell Level 6 area into functional, high-quality clinical spaces that support improved patient flow, operational efficiency, and expanded healthcare capacity.
A key focus throughout delivery was maintaining hospital operations while undertaking construction works in close proximity to active clinical areas. This was successfully achieved through proactive staging and decanting strategies, strong infection control measures, and ongoing stakeholder engagement. Structured governance, including regular Project Control Group meetings and user consultations, ensured alignment between clinical requirements, design outcomes, and project objectives. The project also adopted an accelerated Design and Construct procurement model, releasing partial documentation to market while design development continued. This required careful coordination of program, cost, and design streams, supported by robust risk management and early issue identification.
Overall, the project demonstrates NCS’s capability to successfully deliver complex healthcare fit-outs within live environments, providing value through stakeholder collaboration, strong governance, and efficient project execution.
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Client
Epworth Healthcare -
Location
1 Epworth Place, Waurn Ponds VIC 3216 -
Value
$7.2M -
Year Completed
Current
Location
Geelong, Victoria
Community impact
The Epworth Geelong Stage 2 project will deliver three specialised consulting tenancies, enhancing the hospital’s capacity to provide key healthcare services including Pain Matrix, neurology and neurosurgery, and IVF. The project made effective use of existing cold shell spaces in Level 6, transforming them into high-quality clinical environments that support efficient patient flow and operational functionality. The outcome aligned with the project objectives of improving service delivery and expanding healthcare capability within the region, while maintaining adherence to program and procurement requirements.
The project has contributed to increased access to specialist healthcare services for the growing populations of Greater Geelong and Southwest Victoria. The upgraded facilities provide improved environments for both patients and staff, supporting better clinical outcomes and overall patient experience. The addition of new consulting suites also strengthens Epworth’s role as a key healthcare provider in the region, enabling it to meet future demand and expand its service offering.
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