Transforming ideas into sustainable infrastructures

KARA Compétences, the expertise that bridges strategic vision
and operational excellence

About Us

KARA Compétences is a consulting firm specializing in engineering and project management for transport and infrastructure development. Since 2011, we support public and private project owners, engineering firms, and construction companies at every stage of their projects, through technical studies, project management, project owner assistance, strategic consulting, and administrative support. Our multidisciplinary and experienced team brings together complementary skills, with nearly 20 years of experience. Composed of engineers and expert consultants, we intervene on complex transport infrastructure, civil engineering, hydraulic, and motorway projects. Our staff master design, construction supervision, project management, as well as technical, contractual and organizational dimensions. KARA Compétences stands out for a wide range of expertise, a collaborative and tailored approach, and strong values: active listening, commitment, work, rigor and efficiency. We do our utmost to ensure the success of entrusted projects, combining senior expertise and young talent dynamism.

Advanced technical studies and project management missions

Project owner assistance and strategic consulting

"Our commitment: combine technical rigor and innovation to build tomorrow’s infrastructures."

— KARA Team

Our Multidisciplinary Team

Nearly 20 years of experience

Expertise accumulated since 2011

Certified Experts

Specialized engineers and consultants

Complex Projects

Infrastructures and civil engineering works

Field of Expertise

From design to completion, KARA Compétences leverages its know-how in civil engineering and project management for efficient and environmentally friendly infrastructures.

Transport Infrastructures

Road, highway, rail, ports, airports
Sustainable mobility

Energy Transition

Design of low-carbon projects, support in energy transition
renewable energy
Decarbonization strategy

Urban Development

VRD projects, public space, civil engineering
Sustainable environment

Project Management

Steering, coordination, planning, consulting, cost,time optimization
management under HQE Sustainable Infrastructure

Regulatory Compliance

Administrative procedures, public consultation, public inquiry

OUR EXPERTISES

  • Preliminary and feasibility studies
  • Detailed technical studies
  • Production of Principle Request File
  • Production of Information File
  • Development of master plans
  • Assistance with contract awarding: drafting technical and administrative documents, bid analysis, awarding
  • BIM design

  • Technical audits
  • Diagnostics
  • Calculations and modeling
  • Synthesis studies

Design Phase
  • Preliminary design
  • Detailed design
  • Project
  • Tender documentation
  • Assistance with contract finalization
Construction Phase
  • Construction supervision
  • Organization, planning, coordination
  • Study validation and execution procedures
  • Authorization requests
Reception Phase
  • Assistance during reception operations

  • Works supervision
  • Supervision of testing and commissioning
  • Monitoring interfaces between Project Management / Contractors / Client
  • Acceptance of works (technical, administrative, and regulatory)
  • Post-delivery support (reserves lifting, warranty, ...)

  • Administrative monitoring
  • Procurement procedure
  • Contract management

  • Project economics
  • Organization, Planning, Coordination
  • Risk management
  • Communication support
  • Compliance with quality procedures
  • HQE Sustainable Infrastructure referent ™ certified by Certivea
  • Reporting
  • Budget monitoring, cost control and contingency management

  • Monitoring administrative procedures: consultation, DUP, DAE, permits
  • Integration of environmental and legal constraints

  • Preparation and facilitation of consultation meetings
  • Monitoring relations with stakeholders (elected officials, residents, state services)
  • Development of communication materials

REFERENCES

1. Feasibility and opportunity of the Rochepinard interchange (Tours -37)
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2. Ultra low-carbon noise barrier in Saint Avertin (37)
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3. Creation of 6 Multimodal Exchange Hubs across Tours (37)
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4. Linear infrastructure studies for the 300 km Tours-Bordeaux High-Speed Rail Line
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5. Reinforcement of the city of Dax dikes (40)
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6. Mont Blanc Tunnel (74)
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7. AMO mission - Exceptional convoys, Cofiroute network (45)
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8. Creation of two half-interchanges at Coteaux-sur-Loire and Langeais North (37)