Roadworks Contractors Serving London Since 2014
Roads carry everything. People, goods, emergency vehicles, and economic activity all depend on well-built, well-maintained road infrastructure. When road construction is done correctly, it rarely needs attention again for years. When it is not, the consequences are visible and costly.
WJB Groundworks has been delivering road construction and surfacing across Greater London since 2014. We work with developers, housing associations, commercial property owners, and main contractors who need a reliable, experienced roadworks contractor that understands London’s regulatory environment and the demands of urban construction.
We are not a generalist builder who occasionally lays a road. Road construction and civil engineering are at the core of what we do. Every project benefits from a dedicated team, structured project management, and a commitment to getting the details right.
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London’s road infrastructure demands are diverse. No two sites are the same. Ground conditions vary, load requirements differ, and each local authority has its own standards and permit processes. WJB Groundworks has the experience to navigate all of it.
New Estate Roads & Residential Access Roads
We construct roads for new housing developments and private residential estates, working to the adoptable road standards required by local authorities. Every element is built to last and designed with future adoption in mind.
Commercial Road Construction & Yard Surfacing
Industrial sites, logistics yards, retail parks, and commercial developments all have specific load-bearing demands. We design and construct roads and hard standings that handle heavy vehicle traffic without premature deterioration.
Road Resurfacing & Carriageway Repairs
Existing roads that have deteriorated through age, weather, or traffic stress can be efficiently resurfaced. We carry out cold planing, base repair, and fresh surface course application to restore structural integrity and surface quality to the required standard.
Private Access Roads & Driveways
We construct and resurface private access roads for residential and commercial properties using asphalt, tarmac, and concrete, depending on load requirements and client preference.
Section 278 (S278) Highway Works
Where a planning condition requires improvements to the existing public highway, we coordinate directly with the local highway authority on behalf of developers. This includes carriageway widening, junction improvements, and new access points.
Drainage-Integrated Road Construction
Proper drainage is inseparable from road longevity. We design and install drainage systems within road construction projects to prevent surface water accumulation and structural damage from water ingress.
Built for London: Why Urban Roadworks Demand a Specialist
Working on roads in London is genuinely different from working elsewhere in the UK. The city’s density, its complex underground utility network, TfL’s coordination requirements, and the sheer volume of traffic passing affected areas combine to make every project operationally demanding.
London road contractors must hold NRSWA licences, comply with the Highways Act 1980, and work within permit schemes operated by individual boroughs. Even short stretches of road require advance notice submissions, coordination with utilities, and traffic management plans approved by the relevant authority. Getting any of this wrong causes delays, penalties, and disruption to people beyond the site boundary.
We understand how to coordinate with local authorities, submit notices correctly, and sequence works to minimise their impact on surrounding roads, businesses, and residents. Our project managers handle regulatory compliance as standard, so our clients do not have to navigate it themselves. That experience is not easily replicated. It is one of the primary reasons clients choose us for roadworks in London rather than a contractor without an urban infrastructure background.
Our Comprehensive Road Building Methodology
We follow a structured, end-to-end process to ensure every road is built to last, fully compliant, and delivered efficiently. Each stage is carefully managed to maintain quality, safety, and performance.
Site Assessment, Survey & Design
We start by visiting the site to assess terrain, existing ground conditions, drainage patterns, and access constraints. We confirm load-bearing requirements, agree on surfacing specification, and check permit and utility considerations before any plan is finalised.
Permitting, Notices & Traffic Management
Before work begins on any public or adopted road, we submit the required street works notices, apply for permits, and prepare a traffic management plan. This phase protects the project from regulatory delays and ensures neighbouring roads and residents are considered throughout.
Excavation, Sub-base & Drainage
We excavate to the required formation level, remove unsuitable material, and construct the road foundation in layers. Each layer is compacted and tested before the next is applied. Drainage channels and gullies are integrated at this stage for long-term water management.
Surfacing, Line Markings & Handover
The binder course and surface course are laid and compacted to the specified thickness and tolerance. Road markings, kerbing, signage, and any required finishing works are completed. A final inspection is carried out before project handover and, where applicable, adoption documentation is prepared.
Why Choose WJB Groundworks for Roadworks in London?
WJB Groundworks delivers reliable, fully compliant roadworks tailored to London’s complex infrastructure. Here’s what sets us apart from other roadworks contractors in London:
We understand local authority permit systems, borough requirements, and TfL coordination across Greater London.
All street works are carried out in full compliance with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991.
We work directly with developers and highway authorities on planning-related highway improvements.
Traffic management, advance community communication, and considerate working hours are built into every project.
Drainage, groundworks, and surfacing are all handled by our in-house team.
Detailed quotes upfront with no unexplained variations during the project.
A dedicated, recognised safety team operating on every site.
One point of contact responsible for your project from start to final handover.
Trusted by residential developers, commercial clients, and main contractors across London.
Most of our work comes from returning clients and direct referrals.
Our Work Process
Assessment, Design & Approvals
We assess the site, finalise design, and secure permits.
Groundworks & Drainage
We excavate, prepare the sub-base, and install drainage.
Surfacing & Handover
We lay the surface, complete markings, and hand over the project.
Frequently Asked Questions
We handle new estate roads, commercial access roads, private driveways, road resurfacing, S278 highway works, and drainage-integrated road construction. Both residential and commercial projects are covered across Greater London.
We use hot-lay asphalt, tarmac macadam, and concrete depending on the application, load requirements, and drainage needs. Asphalt and tarmac macadam are the most common choices for road surfaces in London due to their performance, cost efficiency, and repairability.
The New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 governs how any contractor can excavate or work within the public highway. All our street works operatives are NRSWA-trained and licensed. We submit statutory notices, comply with permit schemes, and meet reinstatement standards required by law.
A Section 278 (S278) agreement is a legal arrangement under the Highways Act 1980 allowing a developer to fund alterations to an existing public road as a planning condition. We have experience coordinating directly with local highway authorities to deliver S278 works on behalf of developers across Greater London.
We submit traffic management plans to the relevant authority before works begin, adhere to permitted working hours, and communicate clearly with neighbouring businesses and residents. Our team works efficiently to minimise the time roads are affected, and we sequence works to keep disruption as contained as possible.
Smaller resurfacing jobs and access road works can be completed in a matter of days. A full new road build for a residential development may take several weeks, depending on length, drainage complexity, and ground conditions. We provide a clear project programme before work starts.
Yes. We regularly work with developers to construct adoptable estate roads that meet the standards required for future adoption by the local authority. This includes sub-base specification, drainage, kerbing, surfacing, and all finishing works.
Yes. We have experience liaising with Transport for London, London boroughs, and district highway authorities on permit applications, notices, and S278 agreements. Our project managers handle this as part of the service, so clients do not have to manage these processes independently.