Celebrating 50Years of Earthmoving
Les Searle Earthmoving provides comprehensive and high‑capacity earthmoving and civil engineering services across the South of England. With a heritage in the sector dating back to the 1940s, the company consistently delivers high‑quality outcomes, resulting in strong repeat business both as a principal contractor and as a specialist subcontractor.
End‑to‑End Project Delivery
We offer fully integrated project delivery solutions, including:
- Topographical site surveying
- 3D design modelling and digital terrain analysis
- Site clearance and enabling works
- Establishment of onsite UKAS‑accredited materials testing laboratories staffed by qualified technicians
This approach ensures quality assurance, programme efficiency, and compliance with all technical requirements from project initiation through completion.
In‑House Technical and Management Expertise
Our experienced in‑house management and engineering teams possess the knowledge and capability to deliver complex contracts safely, professionally, and within programme and commercial constraints. We maintain stringent health, safety, and environmental management systems and hold all relevant industry accreditations required for the safe and compliant execution of our works.
Early Contractor Involvement (ECI)
We actively support Early Contractor Involvement to optimise technical solutions and minimise project risk. Through ECI we provide:
- Constructability reviews
- Innovative engineering methodologies
- Value‑engineered alternatives
- Practical strategies to support programme certainty and cost efficiency
Specialist Engineering Services
Les Searle Earthmoving has extensive experience in delivering civil engineering and earthworks projects that include:
- Lime and cement stabilisation
- Materials milling and conditioning to meet specification performance criteria
These specialist services provide clients with measurable programme and financial benefits by improving ground performance and reducing the need for imported materials.
Supporting and Specialist Operations
In addition to large‑scale bulk earthworks, we deliver a range of complementary services, including:
- Muck‑away and materials transport
- Ordnance (UXO) clearance
- Asbestos and contaminated‑ground remediation
- Collaboration with archaeological and ecological specialists to ensure statutory compliance
Proven Track Record
Les Searle Earthmoving has established a strong reputation for the successful delivery of complex civil engineering works across:
- Infrastructure projects
- Commercial and industrial developments
- MOD facilities
- Coastal protection and defence schemes
- Sports field construction and irrigation systems
- Reservoir construction, repairs, and drainage engineering
Accreditations
Modern, Well‑Maintained Equipment
The Les Searle Group operates a comprehensive and meticulously maintained fleet of 80 heavy plant assets. This includes excavators ranging from 14 to 60 tonnes, 25‑tonne and 40‑tonne Dump Trucks, D6 to D8 dozers, Elevating Motor Scrapers, Compaction Equipment, and a full range of ancillary machinery necessary for complex earthworks and civil engineering operations.
The Group remains committed to technological advancement, continually investing in modern engineering innovations. Our fleet incorporates low‑emission engine technology, full GPS machine‑control systems, and advanced drone‑survey capabilities to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and environmental performance across all projects.