Business Details
32 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Civil Engineering Contractors Bristol
ETM Contractors, established in 1994, have built a reputation as trusted civil engineering specialists serving Bristol and the South West. With over 200 qualified staff and partnerships with 12+ local authorities and blue-chip companies, we deliver comprehensive project solutions from inception to completion. Our expertise spans highway maintenance, ground engineering, and fibre optics services, supported by ISO 9001, 14001, and 18001 accreditations. Strategically located near major transport links, we combine decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to ensure compliance with all legislative standards.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through high-profile projects like the Showcase Bus Route in Bristol and M32 works for Cabot Circus. We maintain 24/7 emergency response capabilities and operate an authorised testing facility for HGV/PSV vehicles. Our sister company, ETM Recycling, extends our service offering to include recycled aggregates. Through rigorous project management and adherence to the New Road and Street Works Act, we consistently deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining industry-leading safety standards.
Services
Civil Engineering
Traffic Management
Dropped Kerbs
White Lining
Gully Sucking
Fibre Optics Installation
Machine Hire
Authorised Testing Facility
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- 29 years of specialist experience in civil engineering and highway maintenance
- 200+ qualified personnel with industry-specific certifications
- ISO 9001-certified quality management systems
- 24/7 emergency response capability for urgent repairs
- Established partnerships with 12+ local authorities and blue-chip companies
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 18001
- Achilles Building Confidence
- Avetta
Services
Civil Engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering solutions for highways, utilities, and public infrastructure projects. Our services include tarmacking, resurfacing, drainage works, and ground engineering for local authorities and commercial clients. With 29 years of experience and ISO 9001 certification, we ensure all works comply with the New Road and Street Works Act and associated safety regulations.
Traffic Management
Our Highways Sector Scheme-certified team provides complete traffic management solutions for roadworks and construction projects. We design and implement lane closures, contraflow systems, and temporary traffic regulation orders while maintaining compliance with HS12 standards. Our services include risk assessments, method statements, and 24/7 traffic safety control officers.
Fibre Optics Installation
We offer end-to-end fibre optics solutions including network planning, cable laying, splicing, and commissioning. Our services cover trunk projects up to 170km and support both public infrastructure and private network requirements. All installations meet current telecommunications regulations and are carried out by certified technicians using specialist equipment.
Gully Sucking
Our professional gully sucking service removes debris, wastewater, and mud from drainage systems to prevent surface water flooding. Using advanced machinery, we clear blockages in road gullies, car parks, and industrial drains either as one-off interventions or scheduled maintenance programmes across the South West region.
Dropped Kerbs
As licensed contractors, we install dropped kerbs in accordance with The Highways Act 1980. Our service includes council liaison, design compliance, and construction to specified dimensions. We handle all necessary permissions and ensure finished installations meet accessibility requirements while maintaining highway safety standards.
Questions
What areas do ETM Contractors serve?
We operate throughout Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset, Somerset, and South Wales, providing civil engineering and infrastructure services to both urban and rural locations.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency response for highway maintenance issues including pothole repairs, drainage problems, and urgent traffic management requirements across our operating regions.
What accreditations does ETM Contractors hold?
We maintain ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environmental), and ISO 18001 (health & safety) certifications, along with membership in Achilles Building Confidence and Avetta supply chain schemes.
Can you handle large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, our experience includes multi-million-pound projects like the 170km Crewkerne to Plymouth fibre optic trunk route and major highway improvements for Bristol City Council.
Do you have specialist equipment available for hire?
We offer grab lorries, asphalt planers, and sweeper machines for hire with qualified operators, supporting both short-term and long-term construction requirements across the South West.
Are you licensed for vehicle testing?
Yes, we operate an authorised testing facility (ATF) for statutory HGV and PSV vehicle examinations, with dedicated lanes and DVSA-compliant inspection capabilities.
