Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Civil Engineering Solutions in Hampshire
Established in 2005, Avon Construction specialises in delivering technically challenging civil engineering and building projects across the UK. Our expertise spans rail, footbridges, water infrastructure, coastal works, and SANG (Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace) schemes, with project values up to 2 million. The company's directors bring 50 years of combined industry experience, supported by a team of degree-qualified engineers, including chartered professionals. We integrate best practices from national contractors while maintaining agility for smaller projects, operating under ISO 9001-certified quality management systems.Our commitment to innovation has delivered cost-effective solutions for complex technical challenges, with a workforce trained to CSCS standards and specialist accreditations. Located in Ringwood, Hampshire, we serve London, the South East, and Southwest regions with strategic accessibility. Annual audits through Achilles RISQS and Constructionline validate our adherence to health, safety, and environmental excellence, including work within SSSI sites and protected habitats.
Services
Civil Engineering
Footbridge Construction
Rail Infrastructure
Coastal Works
SANG Schemes
Water Infrastructure
Design & Build Projects
Environmental Management
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Established in 2005 with 50+ years' combined director experience
- ISO 9001-certified quality management systems
- Specialist engineers with chartered and CSCS-accredited qualifications
- Proven innovation in solving complex technical challenges
- Environmental expertise in SSSI sites and protected habitats
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- Achilles RISQS
Services
Civil Engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering projects including highways, drainage, and utilities. Our team handles schemes up to 2 million, combining technical expertise with ISO 9001-certified quality assurance. Projects incorporate environmental considerations and client-specific requirements.
Footbridge Construction
Specialist footbridge design and construction services for urban and rural environments. We implement innovative solutions for challenging locations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and integration with natural habitats.
Rail Infrastructure
Railway infrastructure projects including trackside works and station improvements. Our SSIP-accredited safety systems and PTS-certified operatives ensure compliance with Network Rail requirements and industry safety protocols.
Coastal Works
Coastal defence and marine construction projects with environmental sensitivity. We manage SSSI site requirements and protected species considerations while delivering durable shoreline protection solutions.
SANG Schemes
Design and creation of Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspaces (SANGs) to mitigate housing development impacts. Our projects balance ecological enhancement with public access requirements in protected environments.
People
Andy Pratten
Director
With 25 years' experience in civil engineering contracting, Andy specialises in technical project delivery. He co-founded Avon Construction to apply national contractor standards to smaller-scale projects.
Dave Butters
Director
Bringing 25 years of contracting expertise, Dave focuses on operational excellence and client relationship management. His experience spans complex infrastructure projects across multiple sectors.
Questions
What types of civil engineering projects do you specialise in?
We specialise in rail infrastructure, footbridges, coastal works, water projects, and SANG schemes, handling contracts up to £2 million in value.
Are you ISO 9001 certified?
Yes, our quality management systems are ISO 9001 certified and annually audited through Achilles RISQS and Constructionline.
Do you work in environmentally sensitive areas?
Yes, we have extensive experience in SSSI sites and protected habitats, including Environment Agency schemes and wildlife protection measures.
What safety accreditations do you hold?
Our workforce holds CSCS cards and specialist certifications including PTS, First Aid, and Mobile Towers. We operate under SSIP-accredited safety systems.
