We specialise in integrated solutions for road, rail, and air. From highways to civil engineering, our team delivers high- quality construction services that connect communities and drive progress.

Civil Engineering

Civil engineering encompasses the planning, design, construction and maintenance of the built environment, shaping the world we live in. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants and buildings, civil engineers drive the infrastructure that powers modern life and helps communities thrive.

Our Experience

Shaping
tomorrow’s world

As the demand for highway infrastructure increased, McCann expanded our offering to include comprehensive civil, structural and transportation engineering skills to assist our clients further. Our expert in-house civil engineering teams provide the ability to carry out civil engineering works in support of the other elements of transportation infrastructure.

Our core civil engineering capabilities:

Earthworks, Drainage & Ducts

Earthworks is a critical phase of almost every construction project and encompasses the work to reshape and stabilise the land for infrastructure. This involves manipulating soil and rock to achieve the desired ground level and support for the project.

Kerbing, Footways & Paving

Our Civil Engineering offering includes kerbs, footways and paved areas. From foundations to finishing touches, our teams deliver kerbing, footways, cycling and paving work, with expertise in highways and public realm projects.

Public Realm Works

Public realm works involve the design, development, and enhancement of open spaces which are accessible to the public, including town centre squares, parks, pedestrian zones and streets. We work with local authorities and developers to revitalise town centres and urban areas, creating modern spaces that support community interaction and economic activity.

Section 278/38

McCann works with developers and local authorities, assisting with the development and delivery of adoptable roads and highway infrastructure under Section 278/38 works.

McCann can offer bespoke civil engineering services to suit your exact project requirements.

Recent Projects

Discover how McCann can help you

McCann supports delivery of Nottingham’s Waterside Bridge, the first new River Trent crossing in over 65 years

The Waterside Bridge is a landmark infrastructure project that provides a long-awaited cycle and pedestrian crossing on the River Trent in Nottingham. McCann was awarded the civil engineering package by Balfour Beatty to deliver all civil engineering and enabling works to support the construction of the bridge and associated public realm.

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Delivering communication technology and civils packages to transform M42 Junction 6 for over 80,000 road users per day

When Skanska, on behalf of National Highways, took on the ambitious task of upgrading the M42 at Junction 6 in Solihull, McCann was brought in as a key delivery partner for street lighting, traffic signals, communications, kerbing, drainage, and footpath infrastructure.

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Providing safe refuges for over 120,000 daily southeast commuters across the M25 NEAR Scheme

As a key strategic partner within the SMP Alliance, McCann was entrusted with the delivery of Civil Engineering, Lighting, Signage & Technology packages across 24 Emergency Area locations on the M25 between junctions 23 and 27.

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McCann delivers strategic A5 Longshoot infrastructure safely connecting 850 homes to the wider Midlands

Working for Taylor Wimpey as Principal Contractor, McCann was chosen to deliver crucial works on the A5 Longshoot infrastructure in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. The project scope involved complete Section 278 works widening and installing a signalised 4-way Junction on the A5.

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McCann completes 7,000m2 regeneration to Sheffield Fargate, increasing footfall for the area by a third

The Sheffield Fargate project, was a public realm revitalisation scheme in the heart of Sheffield city centre. The scope included full pedestrianisation of adjacent streets, integrating anti-terrorism measures, underground recycling systems for retailers, and eco-friendly drainage to support Sheffield’s vision for a safer, greener, and economically vibrant city centre.

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McCann’s future-proof and improve user experience at Rissington Road carpark for residents and over 300,000 yearly visitors on behalf of Cotswold District Council

McCann was chosen as the principal contractor to refurbish Rissington Car Park in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, UK, works included all S278 improvements, the replacement and overlay of paving, rearrangement and upgrade to the car park, including drainage improvements, provision of lighting and EV charging, and the replacement of street furniture and road markings.

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News & Insights

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McCann to build new Waterside Bridge, a Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge, over the River Trent in Nottingham, opening in 2026

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New contract wins totalling £7m for McCann sees Cocoa West and Telford projects launch this year

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Civil engineering portfolio grows with new works announced in North East Lincolnshire

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How can McCann help with your project?

McCann provides infrastructure solutions that surpass expectations, supporting every phase of projects, from design and buildability to implementation, to meet vital business and national requirements.

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