Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Civil Engineering Services in Wigan
Established in 1986, NMS Civil Engineering has built a reputation as a leading contractor in the North West of England, serving regions including Cumbria, North Wales, West and South Yorkshire, and the Midlands. Our expertise spans highway network reconstruction, public realm works, and maintenance projects, delivered through a combination of technical proficiency and a modern fleet of equipment. With over three decades of experience in road planing, we have developed one of the UK's largest planing fleets, supported by a commitment to innovation and safety. Our temporary vehicle restraint systems, including the N2TCB Concrete Barrier and Varioguard Safety Fence, provide critical infrastructure protection while adhering to European safety standards. As pioneers in circular construction, we process over 100,000 tonnes of recycled asphalt annually, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while offering cost-effective solutions.Holding ISO 9001 certification and memberships in industry bodies like CHAS and FORS, we maintain rigorous quality control across both public and private sector projects. Our management structure combines flexibility with technical expertise, enabling rapid response to project demands while maintaining cost certainty. Specialising in both principal contracting and subcontracting roles, we deliver complex civil engineering works from conception to completion, supported by a network of third-party accredited subcontractors. Our 24/7 emergency service ensures continuous support for highway safety requirements, reflecting our dedication to client satisfaction. Through strategic investments in technology and workforce development, we remain at the forefront of civil engineering innovation while upholding core values of trust, integrity, and reliability.
Services
Civil Engineering
Road Planing
Temporary Barriers
Recycling Services
Vehicle Restraint Systems
Highway Reconstruction
Public Realm Works
Asphalt Recycling
Emergency Barrier Services
Infrastructure Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years' experience in road planing operations
- Our ISO 9001 certification demonstrates quality management commitment
- We provide 24/7 emergency highway safety barrier services
- We operate one of the UK's largest modern planing fleets
- Our recycling operations process over 100,000 tonnes of asphalt annually
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- CHAS
- AVETTA
- FORS
- British Landscape Institution
What people say
Technical expertise
Reliable 24/7 service
Safety compliance
Quality workmanship
Environmental responsibility
Services
Civil Engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering solutions including highway reconstruction and public realm works. Our expertise covers capital and maintenance projects for local authorities and private developers. With a flexible management structure and experienced team, we handle projects from initial design through to completion, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and budgetary requirements.
Road Planing
Our road planing services utilise a modern fleet capable of handling projects of all sizes. From small footpath works to full carriageway resurfacing, we employ Wirtgen planing machines with cutting depths up to 360mm. The service includes 24/7 support and recycling of planings into high-quality RAP material, combining technical capability with environmental responsibility.
Temporary Barriers
We supply and install temporary vehicle restraint systems including N2TCB Concrete Barriers and Varioguard Safety Fences. These systems provide critical protection for highway works and infrastructure, meeting European safety standards. Our 24/7 emergency service ensures rapid deployment and maintenance of barrier systems across the UK road network.
Asphalt Recycling
Our recycling operations process over 100,000 tonnes of reclaimed asphalt annually. Using modern crushing and screening techniques, we produce specification-compliant RAP material at competitive rates. The service includes direct delivery from our M6 junction 24 facility, supporting sustainable construction practices through circular economy principles.
Emergency Services
We provide 24/7 emergency response for highway safety requirements. Our dedicated team handles urgent barrier installations, infrastructure protection, and accident site management. With rapid response capabilities and specialist equipment, we ensure continuous safety compliance for temporary road works and critical infrastructure.
People
Peter Botterill
Inventor of Bitumen Sand
Pioneered recycled asphalt technology in the 1990s, developing innovative bitumen sand processing methods that laid the foundation for modern recycling practices despite initial industry challenges.
Elliot Burns
Supervising Engineer
Chartered engineer with extensive experience in residential development infrastructure projects, overseeing technical delivery and quality assurance on schemes like Crow Trees Farm in Chatburn.
Robert Sutcliffe
Project Engineer
Specialist in traffic signal infrastructure improvements, managing delivery of the A666 Lark Hill junction enhancements while ensuring compliance with local authority specifications.
Mark Southall
Highways Engineer
Experienced in Section 278 highway agreements, responsible for technical oversight of Lytham Road improvement works valued at 1.2 million, ensuring adherence to Lancashire County Council standards.
John Gatheral
Senior Engineer
Led technical delivery of the 2 million Accrington Town Centre regeneration project, managing complex streetscape improvements and heritage considerations throughout the 48-week contract period.
Questions
What areas do NMS Civil Engineering operate in?
We operate across North West England, Cumbria, North Wales, West and South Yorkshire, and the Midlands regions.
Are NMS barriers compliant with safety standards?
Yes, our N2TCB and Varioguard systems meet European Standard BSEN1317 and Highways Agency specifications.
Do you offer emergency barrier installation?
We provide 24/7 emergency call-out service for urgent barrier installation and highway safety requirements.
What recycling services do you provide?
We process over 100,000 tonnes of recycled asphalt annually, producing specification-compliant RAP material for reuse in new surfacing.
What accreditations does NMS hold?
We maintain ISO 9001 certification and memberships in CHAS, AVETTA, FORS, and the British Landscape Institution.
