Business Details
Civil Engineering Experts Since 1870
Established in 1870, AE Yates has evolved into a comprehensive provider of civil and ground engineering solutions. Our group structure enables seamless collaboration across specialised companies, delivering integrated services that address complex project requirements. With a legacy of technical expertise and innovation, we execute demanding infrastructure projects while prioritising safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainable practices.Our nationwide operations combine resource-sharing capabilities with dedicated management systems to ensure reliable project delivery. The group's core values of integrity, excellence, and collaboration guide our approach to client partnerships and industry leadership in construction methodologies.
Services
Civil Engineering
Directional Drilling
Soil Stabilisation
Steel Piling
Foundation Solutions
Haulage Services
Bridge Construction
Flood Prevention
Sustainable Infrastructure
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We have over 155 years of construction industry experience
- Our integrated group structure enables coordinated project delivery
- Specialist divisions cover all civil engineering disciplines
- Committed to sustainable construction practices and innovation
- Nationwide capabilities with local project management
Services
Civil Engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering solutions for transportation, utilities, and public infrastructure. Our expertise covers highways, bridges, and drainage systems with a focus on technical excellence and sustainability. Projects benefit from our integrated approach combining multiple specialist disciplines under one management structure.
Directional Drilling
Our horizontal directional drilling services install underground utilities with minimal surface disruption. This non-invasive method suits urban environments and sensitive sites. We employ advanced equipment for precise pipe and duct installation across various ground conditions.
Soil Stabilisation
Specialist soil stabilisation techniques enhance ground bearing capacity for construction projects. We use proprietary methods to treat weak soils, reducing settlement risks and enabling cost-effective foundation solutions for infrastructure developments nationwide.
Steel Piling
We provide comprehensive steel piling solutions for temporary and permanent structures. Our capabilities include sheet piling, secant piling, and contiguous pile walls. Specialist equipment ensures efficient installation for projects requiring deep foundations or earth retention systems.
Haulage Services
Our dedicated haulage division transports heavy machinery and construction equipment across the UK. Purpose-built vehicles handle oversized loads with compliance to safety regulations. This service supports both internal group operations and external client requirements for plant movement.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer?
We provide full-cycle civil engineering including highways, bridges, drainage, and infrastructure projects. Our integrated approach combines multiple specialist disciplines under one management structure.
How long has your company been operating?
A E Yates Group has delivered construction solutions since 1870, with our modern group structure developing specialist capabilities across multiple engineering disciplines.
Do you work nationwide?
Yes, our operations cover the entire UK with regional project teams managing local delivery while leveraging national resources and expertise.
What sustainability initiatives do you have?
We integrate sustainable practices across operations, including validated science-based carbon reduction targets and environmentally responsible construction methods that minimise project impacts.
How do you handle complex projects?
Our group structure enables coordinated delivery through specialist companies working together. This removes interface issues and provides clients with single-point accountability for multi-discipline projects.
