Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering and Earthworks Contractors Since 1929
Established in 1929, Fox Owmby is a third-generation family-owned business with a legacy of excellence in civil engineering, earthworks, and quarrying. Our workforce of over 150 skilled professionals operates a modern fleet of 100+ plant items, delivering nationwide turnkey solutions from project inception to completion. We hold ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001 accreditations, alongside memberships in AVETTA, Construction Line, and CHAS, ensuring adherence to the highest environmental, quality, and safety standards.Our directors maintain hands-on involvement in every project, combining technical expertise with a collaborative approach to meet client-specific requirements. With a proven track record in sectors including highways, energy, and residential development, we deliver projects ranging from 10,000 to 20 million, supported by client testimonials praising our safety-first ethos and project management excellence.
Services
Civil Engineering
Earthworks
Quarrying
Land Development
Infrastructure
Transport and Aggregates
Training
Details
- Year established: 1929
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of experience in civil engineering and quarrying.
- Our ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001 accreditations ensure quality and safety.
- Nationwide coverage with projects valued up to 20 million.
- Dedicated directors maintain hands-on involvement in every project.
- Client testimonials highlight our safety-first approach and reliability.
Associations and certifications
- AVETTA
- Construction Line
- CHAS
- CECA
- Alcumus SafeContractor
- ISO 14001
- ISO 9001
- ISO 45001
What people say
Excellent project
Safety first
Highly recommend
Helpful throughout
Quality of work
Services
Civil Engineering
Fox Owmby delivers nationwide civil engineering solutions across sectors including highways, water, and energy. Our services encompass design, construction, and project management for schemes valued up to 20 million. With ISO 9001 accreditation, we ensure quality through chartered engineers, surveyors, and a 200-strong workforce, operating from our Lincolnshire base.
Earthworks
Specialising in large-scale earthworks for over 30 years, we provide site preparation, land restoration, and engineered solutions. Our 100+ plant fleet and experienced teams handle projects from quarry environments to infrastructure developments, prioritising safety and efficiency with CHAS and ISO 45001 compliance.
Quarrying
Our quarrying division manages bespoke extraction and restoration projects nationwide. With modern equipment and NVQ-qualified teams, we offer full lifecycle services from planning to site closure, supported by awards for environmental stewardship and safety excellence in the quarrying industry.
Land Development
We transform greenfield and brownfield sites through cost-effective earthworks and infrastructure solutions. Our services include contaminated land remediation, drainage systems, and residential/commercial site development, adhering to NHBC and local authority standards with a focus on sustainable practices.
Training
As accredited providers for NPORS and CITB, we deliver plant operation and safety training courses. Our programmes include excavator training, asbestos awareness, and NVQ mentoring, ensuring compliance with industry standards while enhancing workforce competence and safety protocols.
Questions
What sectors does Fox Owmby Owmby operate in?
We work across highways, water, energy, residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, providing civil engineering, earthworks, and quarrying solutions nationwide.
Are Fox Owmby Owmby ISO accredited?
Yes, we hold ISO 14001 (environmental), ISO 9001 (quality), and ISO 45001 (health and safety) accreditations through DNV GL.
What project sizes do you handle?
We manage projects from £10,000 to £20 million, including small-scale earthworks and large infrastructure developments.
Do you offer nationwide services?
Yes, we operate across the UK with personnel and resources strategically located to support projects from Cornwall to Cumbria.
How does Fox Owmby Owmby ensure safety?
Our CHAS, ISO 45001, and Alcumus SafeContractor accreditations underpin rigorous safety protocols, regular training, and a dedicated HSEQ team overseeing all operations.
Can you handle emergency infrastructure repairs?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, our rapid-response teams and equipment fleet enable swift mobilisation for urgent infrastructure needs.
Reviews (1)
John Young
Feb 24, 2021
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Absolute waste of time
Ordered 100 ton of aggregate to be delivered 5 days in advance
Then Received a phone call on the day of expected delivery to ask if I still wanted it
At this time I was about to be ring to see where the stone was
Only to be told they couldnt deliver it for another 2 days and I hadnt paid for it
So card in hand I paid for it
Then found out they still could deliver
All this when I had machines and men on hire to get the stone moved
They cost me a fortune
Id never recommend or use
Ordered 100 ton of aggregate to be delivered 5 days in advance
Then Received a phone call on the day of expected delivery to ask if I still wanted it
At this time I was about to be ring to see where the stone was
Only to be told they couldnt deliver it for another 2 days and I hadnt paid for it
So card in hand I paid for it
Then found out they still could deliver
All this when I had machines and men on hire to get the stone moved
They cost me a fortune
Id never recommend or use
