Temporary Construction Facility (TCF)

A Temporary Construction Facility (TCF) refers to the short-term infrastructure, utilities, and support services established on or near a project site to ensure smooth execution of construction activities. These facilities are not permanent and are usually dismantled or relocated after the project is completed.

Purpose of TCF

The main purpose of TCFs is to provide operational support to workers, engineers, and contractors throughout the construction phase. They help ensure:

• Efficient project management

• Worker welfare and safety

• Secure storage and logistics

• Seamless construction workflows

Typical Components of a Temporary Construction Facility

1. Site Offices & Administration Units

   • Prefabricated or modular offices for managers, engineers, and supervisors.

   • Meeting rooms, communication hubs, and IT facilities.

2. Worker Accommodation & Welfare Areas

   • Labor camps, dining halls, restrooms, and clinics.

   • Recreation areas for long-term projects.

3. Material & Equipment Storage

   • Laydown yards for steel, cement, and construction equipment.

   • Warehouses or sheds for sensitive materials.

4. Utilities & Site Services

   • Temporary power supply (generators, transformers).

   • Water supply and distribution.

   • Sewage and drainage systems.

   • Temporary access roads.

5. Workshops & Fabrication Yards

   • On-site welding shops, carpentry units, or mechanical workshops.

6. Safety & Security Installations

   • Fencing and gates.

   • Firefighting equipment and emergency response areas.

   • First aid and safety offices.

Lifecycle of a TCF

1. Planning & Design – Assessment of project size, workforce, and material requirements.

2. Mobilization – Delivery and installation of modular units, utilities, and site services.

3. Operation – TCFs remain functional during the entire construction phase.

4. Demobilization – Dismantling or relocating facilities after project completion.

Importance in Saudi Arabia

In Saudi Arabia, with the scale of Vision 2030 mega-projects such as NEOM, The Line, and large oil & gas facilities, TCFs are critical because:

• Projects are often in remote or desert areas, requiring full worker accommodation.

• Thousands of laborers and engineers need welfare and logistics support.

• They enable faster mobilization and execution of large-scale developments.