Cardno

What Cardno Does

Cardno is a multidisciplinary environmental and infrastructure planning consultancy operating across Queensland. The firm provides engineering, environmental assessment, and planning services to government agencies, developers, and private sector clients. Cardno specialises in sustainable infrastructure development and environmental compliance across urban and regional Queensland.

Environmental Services

The practice prepares environmental impact assessments and management plans under the Environmental Protection Act 1994 and EPBC Act requirements. Environmental services include:

• Flora and fauna assessments and biodiversity offset strategies
• Water quality monitoring and aquatic ecology studies
• Contaminated land assessment and remediation planning
• Environmental management system development and implementation
• Noise and air quality impact assessments

Infrastructure Planning Services

The team carries out infrastructure planning and design services across transport, utilities, and community facilities. Planning services operate under the Planning Act 2016 framework and include:

• Development application preparation and approval support
• Master planning for residential and commercial developments
• Infrastructure impact assessments and staging strategies
• Traffic and transport planning studies
• Water and wastewater infrastructure design

Experience and Capabilities

The firm holds extensive experience in Queensland government projects and maintains professional standards through Engineers Australia and EIANZ membership protocols. Core capabilities include:

• Mine closure planning and rehabilitation design
• Renewable energy project environmental assessments
• Urban water cycle management and flood studies
• Coastal engineering and marine infrastructure
• Project management for complex multi-phase developments

Service Coverage Areas

Cardno serves clients across South East Queensland councils including Brisbane, Gold Coast, Logan, Ipswich, and Moreton Bay. The practice also covers regional Queensland areas including Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville, and Cairns council areas. Remote and rural project delivery extends to mining regions and agricultural districts throughout Queensland.