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Civil / Construction Services

This category covers civil-scale works that support larger builds and developments — bulk earthworks, stormwater drainage, kerb and channel, and road base or paving construction. Builders and developers submit a job description the same way any other job goes through 1-Quote, and it's made available to contractors on the platform who take on work at this scale.

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Pricing guide: How much do civil works cost?

Civil works vary widely by scope — bulk earthworks typically run $40 to $90 per cubic metre, stormwater drainage around $150 to $400 per metre of pipe laid, and paving $60 to $150 per square metre, depending on site conditions and specification.

Why homeowners choose it

Covers earthworks, drainage, kerb and paving works needed ahead of or alongside a build
Suited to subdivision works, commercial pads and other larger sites
Stormwater and drainage scoped to meet council engineering requirements
Road base and paving built to the loading the finished site requires
One job description reaches contractors set up for civil-scale work, the same way any other job on 1-Quote does

How it works

1

Job submitted

Site details and scope are submitted the same way as any other job on 1-Quote.
2

Scope review

The request is reviewed against civil-scale earthworks, drainage or paving scope.
3

Matched to contractors

It's made available to contractors on the platform who take on civil-scale work.
4

Site visit & quote

Interested contractors visit the site and provide a scoped quote directly to you.
5

Works & sign-off

Works are carried out and signed off against council or engineering requirements.

Hiring guide

Questions worth asking before you commit to a contractor.

Are they licensed and insured for this work?

Ask to see it, not just take their word for it. Insurance protects your property if something goes wrong on site.

What exactly is included in the price?

Site preparation, disposal of old material, and any council permits can be included or charged separately — get it in writing before you compare quotes.

Who will actually be on site?

Some contractors do the work themselves; others subcontract parts of it. Neither is wrong, but you should know who is doing your job.

What happens if something unexpected turns up?

Old concrete, tree roots or drainage issues are common surprises. Ask how a change of scope gets costed before it happens, not after.

What is the warranty on the work?

Materials usually carry a manufacturer's warranty. Ask specifically about the contractor's own workmanship warranty too.

More guides and advice

Frequently asked questions

How much do civil works cost?

Is there a dedicated civil engineering team at 1-Quote?

No. 1-Quote uses the same request-a-quote process for every job. For civil-scale work, that request is simply made available to contractors on the platform who take on earthworks, drainage and paving projects at that scale.

Do I need engineering drawings before submitting a job?

Not necessarily. Basic site and scope details are enough to submit a request; contractors can advise on what design or engineering input is needed once they've reviewed the job.

Is there a minimum project size for civil works?

There's no fixed minimum. Smaller civil-adjacent jobs such as a single drainage run may be picked up alongside general trades, while larger earthworks or subdivision-scale jobs go to contractors who specialise in that scope.