Permanent & semi-permanent marquee structures
More space. Faster. Built to stay.
PCS designs, engineers, certifies and installs clear-span marquee and modular structures — the answer to your infrastructure needs, delivered quickly and stress-free by one accountable partner.
S/01 · Events, venues & hospitality
Permanent marquees and multi-storey pavilions for wedding venues, golf clubs, racing clubs and hotels — premium capacity, installed between seasons.
S/02 · Warehousing & industrial
Clear-span warehouses, manufacturing space and equipment protection — engineered, council approved and operational while others are still quoting.
S/03 · Aviation & transport
Temporary terminals, passenger facilities and freight cover for airports and transport precincts — certified, secure and staged around live operations.
S/04 · Commercial & public sector
Compliant, documented structures for councils, schools, health services and government — delivered inside the budget cycle, not across three of them.
S/05 · Owner services
Removal, structural assessment and relocation of client-owned structures — re-established where sound, or replaced with an engineered solution where not.
Why PCS
Built for ownership, not just for hire
When your organisation needs serious space, the market offers two poor fits: hire companies renting short-term stopgaps, and construction projects measured in years.
PCS occupies the ground between them. We deliver engineered structures designed for long-term ownership and extended use — expandable, relocatable assets that go up in weeks, engineered to Australian Standards and council approved for their intended use. One partner, accountable from concept to handover and beyond.
We recommend European-made and engineered structure systems first: comparable in cost, with build quality proven over decades of service. Where a project calls for something different, PCS will source, design and manufacture any semi-permanent structure to the client's requirement.
Above all, we are straightforward to deal with: one contact, a clear scope, a fixed program, and a structure standing in weeks — without the stress of a construction project.
How we work →
Who we build for
Whatever the space problem, PCS is the answer
Organisations across the Asia Pacific rely on PCS structures every day:
Solutions
Engineered around your operations
S/01
Events, venues & hospitality
Exhibition halls, spectator pavilions, function spaces and multi-storey hospitality decks — premium structures that add capacity and revenue without a construction project.
Explore events & hospitality →
S/02
Warehousing & industrial
Clear-span warehouses, manufacturing space and equipment protection — column-free floorplates sized to your racking, workflows and site.
Explore warehousing & industrial →
S/03
Aviation & transport
Temporary terminals, passenger facilities, covered walkways and ground-equipment protection — certified infrastructure that keeps operations moving.
Explore aviation & transport →
S/04
Public & institutional
Education, healthcare, government and community projects — compliant, documented and procurement-ready space delivered on public timeframes.
Explore public & institutional →S/05 · Services
Removal, assessment & relocation of existing structures
Already own a marquee or clear-span structure? PCS dismantles and removes it, assesses its structural integrity, and advises whether it can be re-established — or quotes an engineered replacement where it cannot.
Explore removal & relocation →Structures
One modular system, four ways to use it
ST/01
Clear-span structures
Column-free spans from 3 m to 50 m+, any length via modular bays.
Specifications →ST/02
Two & three-storey
Double the capacity of the same footprint — pavilions, viewing decks, corporate suites.
Specifications →ST/03
Semi-permanent buildings
Multi-year installations with hard walls, insulation and full services.
Specifications →ST/04
Accessories & fit-out
Flooring, insulated walls, glazing, HVAC, lighting, power and media facades.
Options →Design. Build. Deliver.
One accountable partner, concept to handover
Every PCS project runs through a single delivery process: we assess your site, use and timeframe; engineer the structure to Australian Standards; assist with certification and council approval; then install with precision and stay involved after handover.
- Site consultation and concept design
- Engineering, certification and council approval assistance
- Supply, logistics, installation and project management
- Maintenance, expansion, relocation and ongoing support
Insights
Choosing a semi-permanent solution
Guide
What is a semi-permanent structure?
Definition, materials, lifespan and uses — the complete guide to engineered semi-permanent buildings.
Read the guide →Cost guide
What does a temporary warehouse cost in Australia?
Cost drivers, indicative ranges per square metre, and how ownership compares with construction.
Read the cost guide →Compliance
Are temporary structures council approved?
AS 1170, the NCC and the approval process in Australia — what compliance actually requires.
Read about approvals →Common questions
Questions, answered
What is a semi-permanent structure?
A semi-permanent structure is an engineered building — typically an aluminium-framed, clear-span structure with a tensioned membrane or hard-wall facade — designed to stay in place for months to many years. It combines the speed and flexibility of temporary infrastructure with the durability, weather performance and finish of a permanent building. Full guide here.
How long do PCS structures last?
PCS structures are engineered for long-term use. The same building can serve as a multi-year semi-permanent facility or a permanent installation. Frames are aluminium and steel; membranes and facades are specified for the local climate and the design life your project requires.
How quickly can a structure be installed?
Because components are manufactured off site and assembled on prepared ground, most PCS projects are installed in weeks rather than the months a conventional build takes — and smaller structures from our assessed used range can deploy in as little as 48 hours from approval and payment. New custom-engineered systems take longer to arrive, then build quickly on site. Real timelines here.
Are PCS structures engineered and council approved?
Yes. Every PCS structure is engineered to Australian Standards, including AS 1170 wind and structural loading. We provide the engineering and certification documentation that supports council approval; where a development application is required, you lodge it and we assist with responses and compliance throughout. How approvals work.
Can a structure be expanded or relocated later?
Yes. Modular bays let you extend length or width as demand grows, and structures can be dismantled and re-erected on a new site. That adaptability is a core reason organisations choose semi-permanent over fixed construction.
Should I buy or hire a temporary structure?
Hire suits short, one-off needs. For anything beyond roughly 12–24 months, ownership usually costs significantly less over the life of the structure and leaves you with a relocatable asset with residual value. Hire vs buy, compared.
Where are PCS structures manufactured?
We recommend European-made and engineered structure systems first: comparable in cost to alternatives, with build quality and service life proven over decades. Beyond the recommended range, PCS will source, design and manufacture any semi-permanent structure a client requires.
Start a project
Tell us what you need. We'll engineer the rest.
Share your site, timeframe and the space you need — one contact, a clear scope and a fixed program from concept to handover. Quick to start, easy to deal with, stress-free to finish.