Business Details
35 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Professional Groundwork & Civil Engineering Services
Established in 1991, Blaze Construction has built a reputation for delivering high-quality civil engineering and groundwork projects across southern England. Our expertise spans site clearance, road construction, drainage systems, and foundation works, serving sectors including housing associations, commercial developments, and infrastructure projects. Certified under ISO 9001 standards, we prioritise safety, innovation, and environmental responsibility. With over 300 staff and a modern plant fleet, we combine technical proficiency with operational flexibility to meet client deadlines without compromising on quality.Our commitment to continuous training ensures adherence to the latest industry practices, while our partnerships with organisations like Utililight Ltd enable comprehensive turnkey solutions. Regular site inspections and external safety audits reinforce our track record of excellence, as evidenced by long-term collaborations with major housebuilders like Persimmon Homes and Redrow.
Services
Groundworks
Civil Engineering
Road Construction
Drainage Systems
Foundation Works
Site Clearance
Retaining Walls
Play Areas
Street Lighting
Commercial Projects
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in civil engineering and groundwork projects
- Our ISO 9001 certification demonstrates our commitment to quality management
- We operate 24/7 emergency drainage services with dedicated CCTV and jetting crews
- Our team includes NEBOSH-certified safety professionals and trained operatives
- We maintain a modern plant fleet with regular servicing and inspection regimes
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- OHSAS 18001
What people say
High standard of workmanship
Positive safety attitude
Flexible staffing
Bespoke detail adherence
Emergency response
Services
Groundworks
Blaze Construction delivers comprehensive groundwork solutions including site clearance, earthmoving, and foundation installation. Our expertise extends to challenging brownfield sites with contaminated soils or unstable terrain. We employ experienced supervisors and modern equipment to ensure precision in bulk excavation, reinforced concrete structures, and drainage systems. Clients benefit from our ability to manage entire substructure packages from initial site preparation to final handover.
Drainage Systems
We design and install foul and stormwater drainage systems with capacity for future climate challenges. Our services include attenuation systems, pumping stations, and balancing ponds. Emergency 24/7 CCTV and jetting crews provide rapid response for blockages or system failures. We ensure compliance with local authority adoption requirements while maintaining seamless integration with broader infrastructure projects.
Road Construction
Our road construction capabilities cover full highway schemes, footpaths, and car parks. We handle S278 agreements, traffic management planning, and utility integration. The team delivers durable surfaces using asphalt, concrete, or block paving while maintaining strict segregation between plant operations and pedestrian areas. Projects benefit from our principal contractor experience during early development phases.
Foundation Works
We specialise in diverse foundation solutions from standard trench fills to piled constructions. Our expertise includes ground stabilisation for challenging soils and reinforced concrete rafts for commercial developments. The team manages all aspects including formwork, steel fixing, and concrete pouring to ensure structural integrity for residential and industrial buildings.
Commercial Projects
Blaze Construction executes large-scale commercial projects including industrial parks and nursing homes. Our scope covers bulk excavation, retaining walls, and complete infrastructure packages. We coordinate with main contractors to deliver turnkey solutions incorporating drainage, utilities, and external works. Recent projects demonstrate our capacity to handle complex sites while maintaining programme flexibility for evolving client needs.
Questions
What areas do Blaze Construction operate in?
We primarily work across southern England, covering Hampshire, Surrey, Sussex, and surrounding counties for both urban and rural developments.
Are Blaze Construction ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001 certification for quality management, with active pursuit of ISO 14001 (environmental) and OHSAS 18001 (health & safety) accreditations.
Can they handle difficult ground conditions?
Our team has extensive experience managing challenging sites including contaminated land, running sand, and liquid peat with specialist techniques and equipment.
Do they offer emergency drainage services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency drainage response with dedicated CCTV and jetting crews for urgent blockage or system failures.
What size projects do they handle?
We work on projects ranging from single-house developments to major infrastructure schemes, with capacity to scale resources accordingly.
Are they equipped for large-scale developments?
With over 300 staff and modern plant fleet, we have the resources to manage multi-phase developments while maintaining quality control across all operations.
