Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Geotechnical and Civil Engineering Solutions in Porthmadog
Established in 1972, Colin Jones Rock Engineering has built a reputation as a respected family-founded specialist in geotechnical and civil engineering. Our expertise spans rock face stabilisation, landslide repairs, retaining walls, and marine works, serving private clients, local authorities, and national construction firms. With over 50 years of experience, we combine technical proficiency with a commitment to quality, utilising accredited methodologies and collaborating with trusted suppliers.Our bilingual workforce holds industry-recognised certifications, ensuring compliance and excellence across projects in North Wales and nationwide. We prioritise client satisfaction through tailored solutions, leveraging advanced techniques like GRP soil nails and IRATA-certified difficult access operations.
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Landslide Repairs
Slope Stabilisation
Retaining Wall Construction
Marine Works
Grouting
Gabion Installation
Difficult Access Works
Bridge Repairs
Rock Face Stabilisation
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in geotechnical and civil engineering.
- Our workforce holds CSCS, CPCS, and IRATA certifications for specialist access.
- We pioneered GRP soil nail usage in Wales for retaining wall reinforcement.
- We collaborate with local and national suppliers to meet project requirements.
- Our directors bring decades of hands-on expertise in complex engineering projects.
What people say
Respectful and considerate
Extremely friendly
Wonderful work
Highly recommend
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Specialist geotechnical engineering services focusing on slope and rock face stabilisation. We install rock anchors, dowels, and soil nails to mitigate landslide risks. Our expertise includes complex projects requiring GRP reinforcement and catch fence systems.
Landslide Repairs
Comprehensive landslide repair solutions using advanced techniques like rock fall netting and pressure grouting. We address both immediate safety concerns and long-term stability for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Retaining Wall Construction
Design and construction of durable retaining walls using gabion baskets and concrete systems. We specialise in reinforcing existing structures and implementing erosion control measures for coastal and inland sites.
Difficult Access Works
IRATA-certified rope access teams deliver engineering solutions in challenging locations. Our specialists perform rock stabilisation, grouting, and installation works where traditional methods are impractical or unsafe.
Marine Works
Marine and coastal engineering services including dock wall repairs and erosion control. We utilise corrosion-resistant materials and techniques suited to harsh maritime environments for long-lasting infrastructure solutions.
People
David Jones
Director
David joined the company at 16 as a trainee driller, progressing to managing director. With 50 years of experience, he oversees operations and shares expertise in rock stabilisation and project management.
Richard W Owen
General Manager
Richard transitioned from quantity surveying to project management. As general manager, he coordinates commercial operations, health and safety protocols, and construction phase planning for complex engineering projects.
Darren Moore
Contracts Manager
Darren has 30+ years of hands-on experience in geotechnical works. He manages projects from initial site visits to completion, specialising in soil nailing, ground anchors, and concrete works.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We specialise in geotechnical engineering, slope stabilisation, landslide repairs, retaining walls, marine works, and difficult access projects using rope access techniques.
How long have you been in business?
We've provided engineering solutions since 1972, with over 50 years of combined experience in rock stabilisation and civil engineering projects.
Are your team members qualified?
Our site teams hold CSCS, CPCS, and IRATA certifications. Two staff have NEBOSH health and safety qualifications, with four SSSTS-accredited supervisors.
Do you work outside North Wales?
While based in Porthmadog, we undertake projects nationwide, including complex engineering works requiring specialist access and equipment.
