Business Details
24 Years
experience
Civil Engineering & Groundworks in Preston
Established in 2002 by seasoned quantity surveyors Ian Ashton and Paul Turner, Q E D Construction has built a reputation as a trusted civil engineering and groundwork specialist across the UK. Our ethos centres on delivering projects that combine reliability, responsibility, and sustainability, ensuring client satisfaction through timely execution and adherence to budgetary constraints. With over two decades of industry experience, we serve commercial, industrial, retail, education, and healthcare sectors, providing comprehensive solutions from site clearance to road construction. Our commitment to safety is reflected in our exemplary health and safety record, supported by regular training and CHAS accreditation. We prioritise environmental stewardship through the use of recycled materials, low-carbon concrete, and modern vehicle fleets to reduce emissions.Our team comprises highly skilled professionals, many of whom have collaborated with us for over 15 years, ensuring continuity of expertise and workmanship. As a client-focused organisation, we foster long-term partnerships by delivering best-value solutions and maintaining transparent communication. Our investment in employee development and adherence to rigorous quality control standards further reinforce our position as a leading contractor. Operating from our Lancashire headquarters, we support prominent construction firms nationwide while maintaining a personal approach to project delivery. Our dedication to excellence has earned the trust of major clients such as Mace Ltd and BAM Construction, reflecting our ability to meet exacting demands consistently.
Services
Site Clearance
Bulk Earthworks
Concrete Works
Road Construction
Drainage Services
Hard Landscaping
Paving
Retaining Walls
Groundworks
Civil Engineering
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in civil engineering and groundwork services.
- Our team maintains CHAS accreditation and an exemplary safety record.
- We prioritise environmental sustainability through recycled materials and low-carbon practices.
- We deliver projects on-time and on-budget for leading UK construction companies.
- Our workforce includes specialists with over 15 years' tenure ensuring consistent expertise.
Associations and certifications
- CHAS
Services
Site Clearance & Remediation
Our comprehensive site clearance and remediation service removes contaminants and restores land for sustainable redevelopment. We employ precision techniques to ensure environmental compliance and site safety. This solution is ideal for clients requiring contaminated land transformation across commercial and industrial sectors.
Bulk Earthworks
Efficient bulk earthworks services provide exact excavation and grading for large-scale developments. Our machinery and skilled operatives guarantee optimal site preparation while minimising ecological impact. This service supports infrastructure projects needing accurate land shaping and levelling.
Concrete Works
Professional concrete works include high-quality structure construction and installation. We deliver durable solutions for foundations, floors, and infrastructure elements. This service caters to projects requiring precision-engineered concrete components in commercial and industrial settings.
Road Construction
Specialised road construction service covers planning, design, and durable roadway implementation. Our expertise ensures safe, long-lasting infrastructure for urban and rural developments. Ideal for clients needing compliant highway solutions with minimal environmental disruption.
Drainage Services
Tailored drainage installation manages water flow effectively, preventing flooding and maintaining site integrity. We implement systems that meet strict environmental regulations. This service protects infrastructure investments while ensuring sustainable water control across project sites.
People
Ian Ashton
Director
Director Ian Ashton co-founded Q E D Construction in 2002 after 18 years of quantity surveying experience. Graduating from Leeds Beckett University, he ensures strategic leadership while maintaining commercial client relationships through his industry expertise.
Paul Turner
Director
Director Paul Turner established Q E D Construction with Ian Ashton. After qualifying at Liverpool John Moores University, he brings extensive civil engineering expertise from various Northwest firms, overseeing operational excellence across all projects.
John Billington
Health & Safety Advisor
Health & Safety Advisor John Billington joined QED in 2008, combining 30+ years of construction experience with NEBOSH qualifications. He manages safety protocols and training programs that have achieved 100% CPCS and CSCS compliance across our workforce.
Alex Turner
Contracts Manager
Contracts Manager Alex Turner progressed from site engineer to his current role, managing significant Manchester projects. With Wigan College training and specialist knowledge in plant operations, he ensures seamless project coordination across multiple locations.
Paul Storey
Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager Paul Storey has 30+ years' groundwork experience, delivering retail parks and distribution centres. His expertise in complex site management ensures challenging projects like Cheshire Oaks expansion achieve commercial deadlines and quality standards.
Questions
What civil engineering services does QED Construction offer?
We provide site clearance, bulk earthworks, concrete works, road construction, drainage systems, and hard landscaping solutions for commercial, industrial, and education sector developments.
Are QED Construction services available outside the Northwest?
While based in Preston, Lancashire, we operate nationwide across the UK, supporting major construction projects from initial groundwork to final infrastructure implementation.
What safety accreditations does QED Construction hold?
We maintain CHAS accreditation and have achieved 100% CPCS and CSCS compliance, supported by regular safety training and Napthens H&S as our Competent Persons advisors.
How does QED Construction approach environmental sustainability?
We use recycled aggregates, FSC-certified timber, low-carbon concrete, and modern low-emission vehicles. Our operations prioritise material recycling on-site to reduce transport requirements and environmental impact.
What sectors does QED Construction specialise in?
Our primary sectors include commercial, industrial, retail, education, and healthcare developments, providing tailored groundwork solutions for distribution centres, superstores, and university projects.
