Road & Railway Infrastructure
Geotechnical characterization, bearing capacity for railway platforms, pavement structural design, shallow and deep foundations, slope stability analysis and retaining structures.
Challenge the ground
We quantify the solution
Precision geotechnical engineering for infrastructure, energy,
mining, ports and construction projects. Based in Colombia, global capability.
Services
Expertise that goes beyond
Expertise that goes beyond
the surface
Energy
Foundations for dynamic wind and vibration loads, driven and screw piles with pull-out evaluation, soil improvement design, liquefaction mitigation in critical areas.
Mining, Oil & Gas
Tailings slope stability, geotechnical risk evaluation for hydrocarbon networks, design for production infrastructure, continuous slope and infrastructure monitoring.
Construction
Temporary works and slopes, quality control for fills and pavements, staged geotechnical modeling, NSR-10 regulatory compliance, ground behavior evaluation.
Ports & Coastal Infrastructure
Marine and fluvial soil characterization, foundation design for wharves and coastal structures, rehabilitation, submarine slope stability analysis and scour assessment.
Education & R&D
Technical training in NSR-10 and CCP14, specialized geotechnical seminars, AI in civil engineering, research and development of advanced methodologies.
Case Studies
Proven results
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Technology & Innovation
From challenge to opportunity
An AI-readable cognitive architecture that transforms documentary challenges into efficiency in civil and geotechnical engineering projects.
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Hazard Zoning
Landslide hazard assessment
Catchment-scale hazard zoning using ALICE® methodology and physically based slope stability methods.
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Structural Safety
Impact of geotechnical studies
Analysis of real structural collapses in Colombia: Edificio Space, Portales de Blas de Lezo II and Conjunto Privilegios.
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Infrastructure
CENIT Pipeline — Ruta del Sol
Constructability and geotechnical risk along the Troncal del Magdalena corridor.
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GQS
2024
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About GQS
A "small
A "small
giant" in
geotechnics
At Ground Quant Solutions we provide geotechnical solutions for public entities, contractors and developers requiring expertise and innovation. Advanced analysis, automation, research and development to tackle complex ground conditions.
Mission
To provide reliable, innovative and sustainable geotechnical solutions aimed at effective risk management, uncertainty mitigation and value engineering in every project.
Vision
To lead the geotechnical engineering field worldwide as a "small giant", fostering synergy between clients, engineers, academia and technology.
Innovation
Responsibility
Transparency
Unity
Sustainability
Integrity
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FAQ
Frequently
Frequently
asked
What is geotechnical consulting?
Geotechnical consulting is the scientific analysis of soil and ground conditions to design safe and efficient foundations. It includes characterization studies, stability analyses and design recommendations for infrastructure.
What services does GQS offer?
GQS offers services in six sectors: road and railway infrastructure, energy, mining/oil & gas, construction, ports and coastal infrastructure, and education & R&D. We include geotechnical characterization, foundation design, stability analysis and technical supervision.
What is slope stability analysis?
Slope stability analysis evaluates the safety of natural or artificial slopes against landslides. It includes risk factor assessment, safety factor calculation and design of stabilization measures.
How is foundation design performed?
Foundation design includes geotechnical site investigation, load analysis, soil bearing capacity calculation, structural element dimensioning and expected settlement verification.
Do you operate throughout Colombia and Latin America?
Yes, GQS offers its geotechnical services throughout Colombia and Latin America. Our team can travel to any national or regional project, adapting our studies to local geological conditions.
Why commission a soil study before building?
A prior geotechnical study is the only way to know the actual ground conditions where a structure will be founded. Colombian code NSR-10 requires it to ensure safe designs. Skipping it can result in settlements, cracking, tilting or structural collapse during an earthquake or heavy rainfall event.
See our case studies for real examples of the impact of insufficient geotechnical studies in Colombia.