Projects

Childs Engineering was retained by General Dynamics Electric Boat to provide inspection, design, and construction support services for the rehabilitation of Graving Dock #3 through a multi-phase effort. Work began with extensive ultrasonic thickness and weld surveys of the dock’s pontoon, involving over 30,000 readings, along with a full structural inspection of the dock walls, mapping of cracks and spalls, and testing of mooring hardware.

Follow-up efforts included the design of structural repairs to beams and concrete corbels, as well as permitting assistance. Once a contractor was selected, Childs provided full construction management and inspection service, including shop drawing reviews, RFI responses, and daily on-site construction oversight to ensure the work met design specifications and project intent.