From small private service connections to large infrastructure projects, Donaldson Civil deliver excellence every time.
Our hard working team approach each job with a commitment to safety and quality. We have a proven history of delivering construction solutions that exceed expectations.



Innovative results that don’t cost the earth.
For over 30 years Donaldson Civil has developed new ideas and cost effective outcomes across hundreds of projects around New Zealand. Through this industry experience we have acquired a number of innovative solutions to the various challenges that arise on civil construction projects.
In addition, we’ve developed valuable relationships with suppliers and local authorities. These factors allow us to keep costs to a minimum while delivering exceptional results within agreed time-frames.
You bring the vision, we do the ground work.
Underground Infrastructure
Trenchless Technology
Site Works
To bring your vision to life we have multiple teams that specialise over three key services in the civil construction sector: Underground Infrastructure, Trenchless Technology, Site Works.
Agile Team, Industry Expertise





Our Values
At Donaldson Civil our purpose is to provide opportunities for people to improve themselves, enjoy themselves, and go home safe. Our mission is to be the construction company Nelsonian’s want to work with. We do this by following our core values, FAIR.

Family
We work best as a team. We want what is best for our staff, and give them the appreciation and respect they all deserve.

Accountability
We own what we do. We take opportunities and learn from them.

Integrity
We follow through with our intentions. We are authentic.

Realistic
We don’t sugar coat it. We keep it simple, and get the job done.
Latest Projects
TDC Brightwater SH6 Watermain Renewal
The project involved the renewal of approximately 1,650m of water main using 250mm OD PE pipe, along with new rider mains, property laterals, valve sets and...
Scott Construction 64 Nile Street
Working as a subcontractor to Scott Construction, Donaldson Civil’s scope included the removal of demolished concrete, site stripping and build-up, earthworks...
Pharmalink Extracts Carpark and Slip Lane
This project involved the construction of a new slip lane and carpark for the Pharmalink Extracts factory in Appleby. The key focus was enabling growth for...




