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Peter Cunningham Groundworks - Professional Groundworks & Civil Engineering

Groundworks & Civil Engineering Delivered Right First Time

Trusted, Family-Run, groundworks specialists serving residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across the North West.

Fully Insured

20+ Years Experience

Domestic, Commercial & Industrial

Modern Fleet

About Us

20+ Years of Groundworks Expertise in the North West

Peter Cunningham Groundworks Ltd was established to provide reliable, high-quality groundworks and civil engineering to clients across the North West. From single-plot residential foundations to large-scale commercial infrastructure, we’ve built a reputation for doing the job properly — on time, to specification, and without compromise.

“Our goal has always been simple — deliver groundworks that builders, developers and homeowners can rely on. Every project gets the same level of care, skill and attention to detail, regardless of size.”

Peter Cunningham

Founder & Director

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Our Services

Everything You Need From Ground Up

Working across domestic, commercial and industrial sectors — from initial site clearance through to finished surface.

Site Clearance

Full site clearance including demolition, scrub removal, waste disposal and levelling, leaving your site ready to start.

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Foundations

Strip, pad and raft foundations installed to specification and ground conditions for residential, commercial and industrial projects.

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Drainage

Surface water, foul drainage, soakaways and SUDS-compliant systems installed to adoptable standards where required.

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Roads & Sewers

New road construction and sewer networks for housing developments and commercial sites, built to Section 38 and 104 adoption standards.

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Sewer Connections

Domestic and commercial connections to public sewers carried out to Water Authority standards with full testing and notification.

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Section 278 Works

Highway works under Section 278 agreements — new accesses, kerbing, footways and carriageway alterations on behalf of developers.

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Utilities

Installation and diversion of underground utilities including ducts, draw-pits, service routes and cable protection systems.

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Landscaping

Topsoil, seeding, turfing, planting and soft landscaping works to complete residential developments and commercial schemes.

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Paving

Block paving, tarmac, concrete paving and resin-bound surfaces for driveways, car parks and hardstanding areas.

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Concrete Work

Concrete floors, bases, retaining walls, oversite and in-situ poured structures for all project types and scales.

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Plant Hire with Operators

Modern plant and groundworks equipment available for contract hire with CPCS-accredited, experienced operators.

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Labour

Skilled groundworks operatives available on a labour-only or supply-and-fix basis for contractors and developers.

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20+

Years Experience

300+

Projects Completed

£5M+

Insurance Cover

1

Family Run Business

Why Choose Us

Built on Experience. Delivered with Precision.

We combine industry expertise, modern equipment and a no compromise approach to quality on every project we undertake. We're ready to deploy quickly to support your project.


Email info@pcglimited.co.uk or call us today!

Experienced Operators & Team

Modern Plant & Equipment

Reliable Project Delivery

Competitive, Transparent Pricing

Health & Safety First

Domestic & Commercial Expertise

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Our Equipment

Modern Plant. Experienced Operators.

We own and operate a modern fleet of excavators and groundworks plant, ensuring every project is supported by reliable, capable machinery — operated by our experienced CPCS-accredited team.

Fully Insured

20+ Years’ Experience

Direct Labour — No Subcontracting

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CPCS Accredited Operators

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"We have worked with P Cunningham Groundworks for over 20 years and have always found them to be a diligent and reliable contractor. Their workmanship is of an excellent standard, and they consistently deliver high-quality results while working effectively as part of the wider project team. Over the years, they have successfully completed projects ranging from single dwellings to 30-unit residential schemes, including complex groundworks and sectional works. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and consistent performance make them a contractor we are happy to recommend."

Steven Brown

John Southworth Builders

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"We have worked with P Cunningham Groundworks for over 20 years and have always found them to be a diligent and reliable contractor. Their workmanship is of an excellent standard, and they consistently deliver high-quality results while working effectively as part of the wider project team. Over the years, they have successfully completed projects ranging from single dwellings to 30-unit residential schemes, including complex groundworks and sectional works. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and consistent performance make them a contractor we are happy to recommend."

Steven Brown

John Southworth Builders

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"Peter Cunningham Groundworks have completed numerous projects for me over the past 20 years. They are the company we go to for everything civils. They are always on hand to offer advice and on numerous occasions have been able to suggest simpler and more cost effective solutions. Their work is of a high standard and their employees are reliable and polite. For these reasons we are happy to recommend Peter Cunningham Groundworks."

John Atkinson

HMG Paints Ltd

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"Peter Cunningham Groundworks have completed numerous projects for me over the past 20 years. They are the company we go to for everything civils. They are always on hand to offer advice and on numerous occasions have been able to suggest simpler and more cost effective solutions. Their work is of a high standard and their employees are reliable and polite. For these reasons we are happy to recommend Peter Cunningham Groundworks."

John Atkinson

HMG Paints Ltd

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"Peter Cunningham provided an excellent service for our company on a prestigious, high profile new build residential project. His teams were competent, reliable, worked safely and diligently and communicated extremely effectively with our site management team. Their professional and collaborative approach resulted in the successful delivery of the project, commendation from our client and further secured their place as a valued & trusted member of our supply chain. We look forward to continuing to work with Pete and his team."

Jack Green

Hovington Ltd

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"Peter Cunningham provided an excellent service for our company on a prestigious, high profile new build residential project. His teams were competent, reliable, worked safely and diligently and communicated extremely effectively with our site management team. Their professional and collaborative approach resulted in the successful delivery of the project, commendation from our client and further secured their place as a valued & trusted member of our supply chain. We look forward to continuing to work with Pete and his team."

Jack Green

Hovington Ltd

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Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote. Our team is ready to visit your site and provide expert advice. We're family run and quick to mobilise.