This paper addresses the importance of pre-construction safety evaluation for a very large scale and very deep top-down excavation project in Tainan city. A thorough pre-construction safety evaluation can screen out potential construction hazards, preventive measures can also be implemented beforehand. As a result, potential risk or damage to a construction project is lowered to a minimal level; construction cost can also be lowered under favorable conditions. Experience gained in this deep excavation project clearly indicated the usefulness of pre-construction safety evaluation, which is a practice highly recommended for future projects.