This temporary sheet piled support project at Dunham Massey formed a key part of the Phoenix Build development, providing stability for excavations and protection for surrounding assets. ESS (CE) Ltd was engaged to design, supply, and install an SSP system, delivering a precision solution with a telescopic leader rig. Drawing on decades of combined geotechnical experience, our team completed the works safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements — enabling subsequent phases to proceed with confidence.

Client: Phoenix Build
Location: Dunham Massey
SSP or KPW: SSP
Activity: Telescopic Leader Rig
Temporary or Permanent: Temporary Works

About ESS (CE) Ltd

Welcome to Earthwork Support Specialist (CE) Ltd — Specialists in Geotechnical Retaining Systems & Piling Solutions.

We provide expert solutions in the design, supply, and installation of geotechnical retaining walls and temporary works systems for the UK construction industry. With decades of combined experience, we are trusted by national housebuilders, civil engineering contractors, infrastructure clients, and commercial developers to deliver safe, practical, and cost-effective ground support systems — even in the most technically challenging environments.

Project Overview

The Dunham Massey project required the installation of a temporary SSP sheet piled system to support excavations and safeguard adjacent structures during construction.

The works involved:

• Deployment of a telescopic leader rig for accurate, efficient sheet pile installation.

• Temporary sheet piling to retain soils and create safe working areas.

• Close coordination with site operations to maintain programme and safety targets.

Challenges

• Restricted working areas requiring careful plant positioning.

• Maintaining line and level tolerances for temporary retention

• Minimising disruption to nearby properties and public spaces.

Our Solution

ESS (CE) Ltd delivered a fully managed temporary works package, including:

• Temporary works design for SSP sheet piled retention.

• Use of a telescopic leader rig for precise pile placement and depth.

• Sequenced installation to suit excavation stages and access constraints.

• On-site QA checks to verify performance against design specifications.

Outcome

• Temporary retention installed to specification and programme.

• Safe excavation achieved with minimal disruption.

• Works handed over ready for the next construction phase.

Core Services Delivered

This project showcased our expertise in:

• Temporary Works — Sheet Piled Retention (SSP)

• Telescopic Leader Rig Piling

• Temporary Works Design & Sequencing

• Precision Installation in Restricted Sites