Highway Construction Contractor
Whether you're delivering a new housing estate development, commercial scheme or public infrastructure project, you need a highway contractor that understands quality, safety and programme delivery.
R W Services delivers professionally managed highway construction projects for developers, principal contractors and local authorities across the Midlands. From estate roads and access roads to junction improvements, footways, cycleways and highway drainage, we construct infrastructure that is built to perform and ready for adoption.
Building Safe, Compliant & Adoptable Roads Across the Midlands
With accredited management systems, experienced site teams and a commitment to getting it right first time, we help clients reduce risk, maintain programme certainty and deliver highways that stand the test of time.
Trusted Highway Construction Specialists
Choosing the right contractor is about more than competitive pricing. It's about confidence that your project will be delivered safely, efficiently and to the required specification.
Birmingham City Council
"We have always been pleased with their high standards and professionalism"
Massey Limited
"We find RWS very easy to deal with from the upfront quoting to helping with relevant permits & agreements"
ACCREDITATIONS
R W Services has built a reputation for delivering high-quality highway infrastructure across residential, commercial and public sector developments throughout the Midlands.
Our clients trust us because we combine experienced people with proven management systems and a proactive approach to project delivery.
What is Highway Construction
Highway construction is the process of building and upgrading roads and associated infrastructure to create safe, durable transport networks for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
It involves far more than laying asphalt. Successful highway projects require careful planning, accurate setting out, effective drainage, quality-controlled construction and close coordination with designers, utility providers and local authorities.
Whether constructing a new estate road for a housing development, creating a commercial access road or delivering improvements to the public highway, every stage must be completed to exacting standards to ensure long-term performance and, where applicable, successful adoption by the highway authority.
At R W Services, we deliver complete highway construction packages that are designed to minimise disruption, maintain programme certainty and provide clients with confidence from the first excavation through to final surfacing and road markings.
Why Choose R W Services
Experienced highway construction specialists where highway construction is at the heart of what we do.
Our experienced management team and skilled workforce understand the technical, operational and commercial challenges involved in delivering highway infrastructure safely and efficiently.
We Offer
Complete highway construction packages
Experienced project management
High-quality workmanship
Adoptable construction standards across everything we do
In-house drainage, surfacing and road markings
Strong health, safety and environmental management
Reliable communication throughout every project
Delivery across Birmingham, the Black Country and the wider Midlands
What we Deliver
Our highway construction services include:
Estate Roads - Construction of adoptable roads for residential developments built to approved specifications.
Commercial Access Roads - Durable access roads for industrial estates, retail developments and commercial premises.
Section 278 Highway Works - Construction of off-site highway improvements delivered under Section 278 Agreements.
Section 38 Estate Roads - New highways designed for adoption by the local highway authority.
Junction Improvements - Construction and alteration of junctions, roundabouts and highway widening schemes.
Footways & Cycleways - Accessible pedestrian and cycling infrastructure for residential and commercial developments.
Highway Drainage - Complete drainage systems including gullies, carrier drains, manholes, catchpits and attenuation infrastructure.
Asphalt Surfacing - Machine and hand-laid asphalt surfacing including binder course, base course and SMA surface course.
Kerbing & Edging - Installation of all kerb types, channels and edging systems.
Road Markings - Thermoplastic road markings completed by our in-house specialists.
Street Furniture Foundations - Civil engineering works for lighting columns, signs, bollards, guardrails and other highway assets.
Our Process
A Proven Approach to Highway Construction
01. Initial Consultation
We review drawings, specifications, programme requirements and project objectives to fully understand your requirements.
02. Planning & Coordination
Our team develops construction sequencing, traffic management requirements, quality assurance procedures and health and safety documentation before work begins.
03. Construction
Experienced operatives deliver the works safely, efficiently and in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
04. Inspection & Quality Assurance
Regular inspections ensure every stage of construction meets specification and local authority requirements.
05. Completion & Handover
Following final inspections and snagging, we provide all relevant quality documentation to support project completion and highway adoption where applicable.
Who We Work With
We support clients across both the public and private sectors.
Our typical clients include:
National Housebuilders
Regional Developers
Principal Contractors
Civil Engineering Contractors
Local Authorities
Housing Associations
Commercial Developers
Industrial Developers
Education Estates
Healthcare Estates
Whether delivering a standalone project or working as part of a larger construction team, we provide the same commitment to quality, safety and customer service.
Reducing Risk For Your Project
Choosing the right highway contractor helps reduce delays, minimise costs and improve programme certainty.
At R W Services, risk management is embedded into every stage of project delivery.
We help clients reduce risk by:
Planning works thoroughly before arriving on site
Identifying buildability issues early
Maintaining clear communication throughout construction
Working safely around live traffic and occupied developments
Coordinating effectively with utility providers and other contractors
Delivering compliant construction ready for inspection and adoption
Following robust quality assurance procedures
Completing works efficiently to minimise disruption
Our proactive approach gives clients confidence that their highway infrastructure will be delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standard.
Featured Projects
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Highway construction FAQs
If you cannot see your question below, send your drawings and we will respond with specific guidance for your scheme.
Do you construct adoptable roads?
Yes. We construct roads designed to meet local authority adoption standards, working in accordance with approved drawings and specifications. Our experienced team understands the quality requirements needed for successful adoption under Section 38 Agreements.
Do you undertake Section 278 highway works?
Yes. We deliver Section 278 highway improvements for developers and principal contractors, including new junctions, access roads, traffic islands, footways and highway widening schemes. Visit our dedicated Section 278 Works page for more information.
Do you build roads for new housing developments?
Absolutely. We regularly construct estate roads, footways, cycleways and associated infrastructure for residential developments throughout the Midlands, working alongside developers, principal contractors and local authorities.
What highway construction services do you provide?
Our services include:
• Estate roads
• Commercial access roads
• Junction improvements
• Footways
• Cycleways
• Highway drainage
• Kerbing
• Asphalt surfacing
• Road markings
• Traffic calming measures
• Street furniture foundations
• Highway reconstruction
Can you undertake complete highway construction packages?
Yes. We provide complete highway construction packages, managing everything from drainage and kerbing through to surfacing, road markings and final handover. This reduces interfaces between contractors and helps keep projects on programme.
Which sectors do you work in?
We work across a range of sectors, including:
• Residential developments
• Commercial developments
• Industrial sites
• Retail developments
• Education
• Healthcare
• Local authority projects
• Public realm schemes
Can you work on live highways?
Yes. Our experienced teams regularly deliver works on live highways using approved traffic management systems and carefully planned construction phasing to minimise disruption while maintaining safety for road users, pedestrians and our workforce.
Do you provide highway drainage?
Yes. We install complete highway drainage systems, including gullies, manholes, carrier drains, attenuation systems and associated pipework, ensuring effective surface water management and compliance with project specifications
Do you install road markings?
Yes. As well as constructing highways, we provide in-house thermoplastic road marking services, allowing us to complete the project through to final lining without relying on additional subcontractors.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily work across Birmingham, the Black Country, Coventry, Warwickshire and the wider Midlands. Depending on the project, we are happy to discuss opportunities further afield.
Are you accredited?
Yes. We operate certified management systems for Quality (ISO 9001), Environmental Management (ISO 14001) and Occupational Health & Safety (ISO 45001). We are also Constructionline Gold, CHAS Elite accredited, and our operatives are NRSWA qualified.
Do you work as a subcontractor?
Yes. We regularly support principal contractors, civil engineering companies and national contractors as a specialist highway subcontractor, providing reliable delivery and experienced site teams.
Can you provide traffic management?
Yes. We can coordinate and manage traffic management requirements appropriate to the scope of works, helping ensure projects are delivered safely while minimising disruption to road users and surrounding communities.
Why choose R W Services for highway construction?
Clients choose R W Services because of our specialist highway expertise, experienced workforce and commitment to quality. We combine robust management systems, accredited processes and clear communication to deliver safe, compliant and adoptable highway infrastructure on time and to specification.
Still Have a Question?
Every highway construction project is different. If you can't find the information you're looking for, our experienced team is happy to help.
Whether you need advice on buildability, programme planning, specifications, traffic management or procurement, we're here to discuss your project and provide practical guidance.
You can contact us here
Call us on 0121352 1212
Email us: [email protected]
Looking for a Reliable Highway Construction Contractor?
Whether you're delivering a new housing development, commercial scheme or public infrastructure project, R W Services has the experience, systems and expertise to deliver safe, compliant and high-quality highway construction.
From initial planning through to final surfacing and handover, our team is committed to delivering infrastructure that meets your programme, budget and quality expectations.
Contact us today to discuss your project, request a quotation or arrange an initial consultation.
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R W Services
294 Aldridge Road
Streetly
West Midlands
B74 2DU
Accreditations: ISO 9001 | ISO 14001 | ISO 45001 | NHSS | Constructionline Gold | CHAS Elite | SSIP
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