Carey Group

About us

Carey Civil Engineering is part of the Careys Group, a well-established, family-owned civil engineering and construction company in the UK and Ireland. They specialise in complex civil engineering, groundworks, and infrastructure projects across multiple sectors, including commercial, residential, infrastructure, and energy.

Founders and History

Careys was founded in 1969 by the Carey brothers – John, Tom, and Pat Carey. They started with a small focus on groundworks and quickly expanded into a major force in the UK construction industry. The company’s reputation has been built on a strong work ethic, high-quality delivery, and a commitment to innovation and safety.

delivered over the last years

Ford Dagenham
Demolition and remediation of the former Ford Dagenham Stamping Plant.

One Nine Elms
Design and construction of substructure works for the redevelopment of the Nine Elms area in London.

The Exhibition Complex Aberdeen
Civil and infrastructure works, including groundworks and utilities installation.

British Museum
Substructure package for the World Conservation and Exhibitions Centre.

Battersea Power Station
Construction of a four-storey underground energy centre adjacent to the historic power station.

Ferrybridge Energy from Waste
Superstructure and substructure works for an energy-from-waste facility.

Manchester New Square
Groundworks and superstructure construction for a residential development.

Coal Drops Yard
Partial demolition and structural alterations for the redevelopment of a historic site near King’s Cross Station, London.

Sainsbury’s Framework

Long-term partnership delivering various construction and civil engineering projects for Sainsbury’s Supermarkets since 1989.

Royal Opera House
Specialist work packages, including structural alterations and refurbishments, in London’s West End.

St Giles Circus
Construction of four superstructure buildings comprising an urban gallery, commercial spaces, and residential units.

North West Cambridge
Enabling, infrastructure, utilities, landscaping, and public realm works for a 150-hectare development.

Raynes Park
Delivery of 16 new grass courts and associated infrastructure for the All England Lawn Tennis Club.

Edinburgh Airport Stands Development
Construction of new aircraft stands, including pavement works and associated infrastructure.

Chiswick Park
Hard landscaping, construction of a service yard, and surfacing works for a commercial development.

Pfizer Pharmaceuticals
External works at Pfizer’s Head Office in Walton Oaks, Surrey

Murray Royal Hospital
Bulk earthworks excavation and lime stabilization for the construction of a new hospital facility.

Heathrow Airport Airside Roads Scheme
Replacement of live airside roadways, including pavement reconstruction and drainage improvements.

Royal Mint Gardens
Design and build contract to construct a precast encapsulation structure over the existing Docklands Light Railway.

Why work here?

Why Consider a Career at Careys?

Employee-Centric Culture: Careys emphasizes the importance of its people, fostering a culture of respect and trust.
Commitment to Learning and Development: The company is dedicated to creating and exploring learning opportunities that help employees grow, offering flexible training programs and apprenticeships to build valuable sector-specific skills.

Work-Life Balance and Benefits: Understanding the importance of life outside of work, Careys offers a benefits package designed to support employees and their families.
Diverse Career Opportunities: With a wide range of projects across various sectors, employees have the chance to work on exciting and challenging assignments, contributing to their professional growth.

Social Responsibility and Community Engagement: Careys is committed to being a socially responsible company, actively engaging in initiatives that positively impact the communities they serve.

You’ll become part of a team that values your contributions, supports your development, and offers opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the construction industry.