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Build the earthworks from measured levels
Existing and proposed level information defines the cut and fill. Include survey data, formation requirements and the areas to be worked. A marked-up plan should distinguish topsoil, general excavation and any material that needs separate handling.
Review reuse before arranging export
Material left on site still needs to be suitable for its intended use. Ground information, the design, available storage and any environmental controls determine whether reuse is feasible. Define the treatment of unsuitable material rather than assuming every excavated load can become engineered fill.
Balance haulage with excavation
The output of the dig depends on where material can be stockpiled, loaded and taken. Include the lorry route, vehicle standing area and any time restrictions in the planning. Where aggregate is imported, coordinate deliveries with the space and level of preparation available.
State the formation handover
Agree the final level, any compaction or testing requirements and protection before the next operation. Weather and temporary drainage can affect the sequence. A proposal should distinguish the measured permanent works from provisional treatment of conditions that are not yet established.