About Dorrington Groundworks

Founded on solid principles, we have built a strong reputation in groundworks and civil engineering.

Our journey began with a commitment to quality and safety, establishing trust with residential clients.

Today, we continue to take pride in delivering exceptional projects that meet our clients’ needs.

Dorrington Groundworks vehicle on site during residential road construction project

About Us

For nearly 20 years, Dorrington Groundworks has built a strong reputation as a reliable, approachable, and efficient groundworks and civil engineering contractor. Led by Managing Director Joe Dorrington, alongside his brother Nick and father Roger Dorrington, the company oversees a diverse range of projects, primarily focused on residential housing developments across Hampshire, West Sussex, and Wiltshire — all within an hour of our head office.

Dorrington Groundworks is proud to have an experienced team of highly skilled professionals, including machine operators, groundworkers, street works operatives, and finishing gangs. With our team’s combined expertise, we are able to deliver a complete groundworks package from start to finish — ensuring seamless project progression without delays or the need for additional contractors.

Dorrington Homes

In addition to our extensive groundworks expertise, Dorrington Homes undertakes small residential developments and house extensions. Our hands-on experience in construction and civil engineering enables us to deliver high-quality builds from the ground up. For more information on our latest projects and past developments, please visit our website.

Newly surfaced residential street with smooth tarmac finish

Meet Our Team

Dedicated professionals committed to excellence in groundworks and civil engineering.
All our site teams hold CSCS or equivalent certification, ensuring competence and compliance across every project. We also have a dedicated Health and Safety team who provide regular in-house training on a monthly basis.
Dorrington Groundworks is fully committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety on site – protecting our workforce, our clients, and the public. In addition, we work with an independent Health and Safety body that conducts regular site inspections, ensuring we remain
compliant and safety-focused at every stage of our operations.

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Nick

Director

Leading from the front to ensure the company is always built on solid foundations.

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Rory

Projects Manager

Driving our projects forward, from breaking ground to the final handover.

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Kat

Senior Office Co-ordinator

The bedrock of our daily operations, cementing the link between site and office.