Data Centre Construction & Groundworks

Specialist Groundworks Contractors for Data Centre Developments in the UK

McGrath Civils delivers specialist groundworks packages for data centre construction projects across the UK. We work closely with main contractors, developers and consultants to deliver technically demanding groundworks on programme-critical, high-spec sites.


Data centres require absolute precision, robust construction and careful coordination. Our team understands the unique challenges of critical infrastructure projects and delivers groundworks solutions built around performance, resilience and programme certainty.

Our groundworks services for data centre construction projects

We deliver a complete groundworks package tailored specifically to the demands of data centre construction. Our scope typically includes e arly site preparation and enabling works, bulk excavation and earthworks, and the construction of high-tolerance reinforced concrete slabs and foundations designed to accommodate heavy loadings and critical infrastructure.

Drainage and attenuation systems are carefully planned and installed to meet both operational and environmental requirements, with particular attention paid to long-term performance and resilience. We also undertake the installation of service trenches and ducting, working closely with structural and M&E teams to ensure seamless coordination and clash avoidance. External works, access roads and hard standings are delivered as part of a fully integrated package, allowing the wider project to progress without delay.

All works are planned and delivered with programme certainty, buildability and future operational performance firmly in mind.

We deliver groundworks projects across London, the Home Counties (including Surrey, Sussex, Hertfordshire, Essex, Bedfordshire and Oxfordshire), and across the UK. We are fully insured, fully accredited and consistently hand-over quality work to our commercial groundworks customers. 

Call us today on +44 (0)7717 004006, email us your contact information and a description of your project and required works to info@mcgrathcivilsltd.co.uk or complete the form below and a member of our team will be pleased to discuss your project in more detail, and arrange a site visit before preparing you a price estimate for the works.  

Groundworks challenges in data centre construction

Data centre developments place exceptional demands on groundworks contractors. 

These projects often involve:
  • High load-bearing reinforced concrete slabs
  • Tight tolerances and quality control requirements
  • Complex drainage, attenuation and service coordination
  • Fast-track programmes with zero margin for delay

McGrath Civils brings the experience, systems and technical understanding required to operate effectively within these environments.

 Why work with us? 

McGrath Civils brings proven experience delivering complex commercial groundworks, with strong reinforced concrete capability and a skilled, well-managed workforce accustomed to technically demanding sites. We are trusted by main contractors for our reliable delivery on time-critical programmes and our practical, solutions-led approach to challenging ground conditions and project constraints.

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