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National Apprenticeship Week
At BCL we’re proud to invest in the next generation of construction professionals.
We currently employ apprentices across groundworks, engineering and quantity surveying, this gives our apprentices real on-site experience, structured training and the opportunity to build long term careers within the business.
Apprenticeships play a vital role in developing skills, strengthening our industry and shaping the future of construction and we’re committed to supporting that journey every step of the way.
Thank you goes to Weston College, Bridgwater and Taunton College and the University of the West of England who provide off the job training for our apprentices and positive engagement we see. If you’re looking to learn, earn and grow in construction, apprenticeships are a powerful place to start.
It is no surprise that a large majority of our leaders came through the apprenticeship route.
We currently employ apprentices across groundworks, engineering and quantity surveying, this gives our apprentices real on-site experience, structured training and the opportunity to build long term careers within the business.
Apprenticeships play a vital role in developing skills, strengthening our industry and shaping the future of construction and we’re committed to supporting that journey every step of the way.
Thank you goes to Weston College, Bridgwater and Taunton College and the University of the West of England who provide off the job training for our apprentices and positive engagement we see. If you’re looking to learn, earn and grow in construction, apprenticeships are a powerful place to start.
It is no surprise that a large majority of our leaders came through the apprenticeship route.
HMP Eastwood Park, Bristol
We are proud to be on site at HMP Eastwood Park, continuing our long-standing partnership with Galliford Try.
This project follows on from many projects previously undertaken with the Galliford Try team including; RNAS Yeovilton, CTCRM Royal Marine Barracks Lympstone, Kingsteignton School, Westclyst School, Merchants Academy, Gloucestershire Cricket Club, Brewery Square, Salcombe Harbour Hotel, Bristol Old Vic, the list goes on…
This time we find ourselves working within a live prison environment with our vetted team, carefully planning the logistical challenges that are faced each day. There is no ‘typical day at the office’ for the teams on site and often the need to react to an ever changing environment in a short window is required.
Our team is currently delivering the essential groundworks and infrastructure that will help modernize and expand the facilities at Eastwood Park.
A big shout out to both the BCL and Galliford Try teams for their discipline and professionalism on this project. Without working collaboratively in an environment like this it would make it extremely challenging!
This project follows on from many projects previously undertaken with the Galliford Try team including; RNAS Yeovilton, CTCRM Royal Marine Barracks Lympstone, Kingsteignton School, Westclyst School, Merchants Academy, Gloucestershire Cricket Club, Brewery Square, Salcombe Harbour Hotel, Bristol Old Vic, the list goes on…
This time we find ourselves working within a live prison environment with our vetted team, carefully planning the logistical challenges that are faced each day. There is no ‘typical day at the office’ for the teams on site and often the need to react to an ever changing environment in a short window is required.
Our team is currently delivering the essential groundworks and infrastructure that will help modernize and expand the facilities at Eastwood Park.
A big shout out to both the BCL and Galliford Try teams for their discipline and professionalism on this project. Without working collaboratively in an environment like this it would make it extremely challenging!
Branwhite Close, Lockleaze
Following our announcement earlier this year about securing the groundworks package and our first project for Stepnell, the BCL team is making fantastic headway on site in Bristol.
It’s great to see the vision for this Bristol City Council scheme starting to take physical shape.
We are currently deep into the core groundworks phase, ensuring the infrastructure is perfectly set for the 47 energy-efficient homes and commercial spaces that will soon serve the Lockleaze community.
Substructure works are moving at pace across both the housing and apartment blocks.
Service infrastructure works including installation of essential drainage is well underway.
Reinforced concrete retaining wall works are underway to retain sections of the sloping site with in-house labour.
Sustainability works continue on the specialised ground source heat pump (GSHP) infrastructure as we help deliver this ‘fabric-first’, low-carbon development. Working on brownfield regeneration projects like Branwhite requires precision and a collaborative approach.
It’s been a pleasure working alongside the Stepnell site team to keep this project moving safely and efficiently toward the next milestone.
It’s great to see the vision for this Bristol City Council scheme starting to take physical shape.
We are currently deep into the core groundworks phase, ensuring the infrastructure is perfectly set for the 47 energy-efficient homes and commercial spaces that will soon serve the Lockleaze community.
Substructure works are moving at pace across both the housing and apartment blocks.
Service infrastructure works including installation of essential drainage is well underway.
Reinforced concrete retaining wall works are underway to retain sections of the sloping site with in-house labour.
Sustainability works continue on the specialised ground source heat pump (GSHP) infrastructure as we help deliver this ‘fabric-first’, low-carbon development. Working on brownfield regeneration projects like Branwhite requires precision and a collaborative approach.
It’s been a pleasure working alongside the Stepnell site team to keep this project moving safely and efficiently toward the next milestone.
Back on site at Hinkley Point A
BCL has recently returned to Hinkley Point A, continuing further civil engineering and enabling works for Cavendish Nuclear, part of the Babcock Group.
Operating once again within this highly regulated, safety critical environment reflects the continued trust in our team and our commitment to delivering to the highest standards.
We are proud to be supporting the ongoing decommissioning of this historic nuclear site which is on our doorstep.
Further updates to follow as works continue.
Operating once again within this highly regulated, safety critical environment reflects the continued trust in our team and our commitment to delivering to the highest standards.
We are proud to be supporting the ongoing decommissioning of this historic nuclear site which is on our doorstep.
Further updates to follow as works continue.
Building Truly Affordable Homes: Inspiring the Next Generation
BCL Groundworks was proud to take part and sponsor the Design West "Shape My City Session 2", alongside Bristol City Council and Hill Partnerships, exploring one of the biggest challenges facing our industry today:
How do we create high-quality Council Houses that are genuinely affordable?
With housing increasingly treated as a commodity, delivering homes that are safe, sustainable and affordable is more important and more complex than ever. Our Director, Sam Johnson FRICS, joined industry colleagues to support students as they stepped into real-life decision-making roles, balancing design quality, sustainability, cost, site constraints and community needs.
The students took on the challenge brilliantly. They quickly saw that building the homes our communities need requires collaboration, creativity, and a deep understanding of every stage from groundworks to handover.
We’re passionate about supporting programmes like ShapeMyCity, which open doors for young people and shine a light on the diverse careers within the built environment.
A huge thank you to everyone involved, including our partners at Hill Partnerships and Bristol City Council, and all the brilliant facilitators and inspirers who made the session possible.
Photo credit: Paul Blakemore. To support or partner with ShapeMyCity, contact pippa.goldfinger@designwest.org.uk
How do we create high-quality Council Houses that are genuinely affordable?
With housing increasingly treated as a commodity, delivering homes that are safe, sustainable and affordable is more important and more complex than ever. Our Director, Sam Johnson FRICS, joined industry colleagues to support students as they stepped into real-life decision-making roles, balancing design quality, sustainability, cost, site constraints and community needs.
The students took on the challenge brilliantly. They quickly saw that building the homes our communities need requires collaboration, creativity, and a deep understanding of every stage from groundworks to handover.
We’re passionate about supporting programmes like ShapeMyCity, which open doors for young people and shine a light on the diverse careers within the built environment.
A huge thank you to everyone involved, including our partners at Hill Partnerships and Bristol City Council, and all the brilliant facilitators and inspirers who made the session possible.
Photo credit: Paul Blakemore. To support or partner with ShapeMyCity, contact pippa.goldfinger@designwest.org.uk
Health & Safety Certificate of Recognition Award
We’re proud to share that Jason Bourton and Tommy Hooper have been recognised for their continued commitment to safe and positive working practices onsite at HMP Eastwood Park Prison, Bristol.
Our client Galliford Try noted:
"Difficult to single out individuals monthly as you’ve all worked so well together as a team, but a big thank you from GT goes to Jason and Tommy for their support and continued efforts."
"Thank you, well done to both individuals and BCL as a whole for promoting a good onsite safety culture."
We’re pleased to see their hard work acknowledged - and this reflects the strong safety values carried across the whole BCL team.
Our client Galliford Try noted:
"Difficult to single out individuals monthly as you’ve all worked so well together as a team, but a big thank you from GT goes to Jason and Tommy for their support and continued efforts."
"Thank you, well done to both individuals and BCL as a whole for promoting a good onsite safety culture."
We’re pleased to see their hard work acknowledged - and this reflects the strong safety values carried across the whole BCL team.
Kier Construction and the Brandon Trust
We’re proud to have supported the Kier Construction Foundation’s “Moving Through May” challenge, helping to raise an amazing £6227 for the Brandon Trust.
It’s fantastic to see the difference these initiatives make — supporting people with learning disabilities to live more independent, fulfilling lives.
A big well done to everyone who took part in the challenge and helped make it such a success!
It’s fantastic to see the difference these initiatives make — supporting people with learning disabilities to live more independent, fulfilling lives.
A big well done to everyone who took part in the challenge and helped make it such a success!
New Apprentice
We’re pleased to introduce our new apprentice, Oscar Savage, who has joined the BCL team.
Oscar is currently gaining hands-on experience working on the Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme for Kier Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks and will commence his studies at Bridgwater & Taunton College on block release shortly.
We’re excited to support Oscar as he develops his skills and begins his career in the construction and civil engineering industry.
Great to have you on board, Oscar - we look forward to seeing you grow with the team!
Oscar is currently gaining hands-on experience working on the Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme for Kier Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks and will commence his studies at Bridgwater & Taunton College on block release shortly.
We’re excited to support Oscar as he develops his skills and begins his career in the construction and civil engineering industry.
Great to have you on board, Oscar - we look forward to seeing you grow with the team!
Project Commencement
We’re excited to share that we have officially commenced works on a new development for our new client, Stepnell at Lockleaze in Bristol.
This mixed-use scheme will deliver 47 high-quality residential properties alongside associated commercial units, contributing to much-needed housing and economic growth in the area.
A key highlight of this project is its commitment to environmental sustainability - featuring Air and Ground Source Heat Pumps and a Fabric First approach to energy efficiency. We're proud to be part of a development that prioritises long-term performance, low-carbon solutions, and a greener future.
Our team is delivering the groundworks package, and we look forward to collaborating closely with Stepnell to deliver a safe and efficient project.
This mixed-use scheme will deliver 47 high-quality residential properties alongside associated commercial units, contributing to much-needed housing and economic growth in the area.
A key highlight of this project is its commitment to environmental sustainability - featuring Air and Ground Source Heat Pumps and a Fabric First approach to energy efficiency. We're proud to be part of a development that prioritises long-term performance, low-carbon solutions, and a greener future.
Our team is delivering the groundworks package, and we look forward to collaborating closely with Stepnell to deliver a safe and efficient project.
Client Feedback Like This Means Everything
We’re proud to share some fantastic feedback from our client Kier Construction, whilst we continue works at Musgrove Park Hospital, Site Manager Jevon Garbutt said:
"I would like to extend a huge thank you to Gavin to step in and take over a brickwork masterclass for the T level students we have been hosting this week. The skill and knowledge he shared has encouraged them all to take up a trade. The lesson was thoroughly enjoyable and Gavin continues to carry out quality in all areas of work he and the team have done. Many thanks once again for efforts from all the team".
"I would like to extend a huge thank you to Gavin to step in and take over a brickwork masterclass for the T level students we have been hosting this week. The skill and knowledge he shared has encouraged them all to take up a trade. The lesson was thoroughly enjoyable and Gavin continues to carry out quality in all areas of work he and the team have done. Many thanks once again for efforts from all the team".
Bridgwater Tidal Barrier
BCL is proud to be working in collaboration with Kier Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks on the vital Bridgwater Tidal Barrier scheme, one of Somerset’s most significant flood defence projects.
Our experienced team is delivering a range of specialist groundwork services to support this essential infrastructure, designed to protect over 13,000 homes and businesses from tidal flooding in the years to come.
In recent months we have been installing new highways, drainage, culverts and utility infrastructure to service the Tidal Barrier.
We have also been undertaking enabling works to different satellite sites around the Bridgwater area including out of hours working to limit the impact on our surrounding communities.
This is a fantastic example of local collaboration delivering national impact, safeguarding the future of Bridgwater while supporting local jobs and sustainable growth.
A huge thank you to our dedicated site teams and to Kier for the opportunity to be part of such an important project.
Our experienced team is delivering a range of specialist groundwork services to support this essential infrastructure, designed to protect over 13,000 homes and businesses from tidal flooding in the years to come.
In recent months we have been installing new highways, drainage, culverts and utility infrastructure to service the Tidal Barrier.
We have also been undertaking enabling works to different satellite sites around the Bridgwater area including out of hours working to limit the impact on our surrounding communities.
This is a fantastic example of local collaboration delivering national impact, safeguarding the future of Bridgwater while supporting local jobs and sustainable growth.
A huge thank you to our dedicated site teams and to Kier for the opportunity to be part of such an important project.
HMP Eastwood Park Prison Project
Galliford Try Names Mark Cooper as Safety Employee of the Month at HMP Eastwood Park Prison Project.
BCL is proud to announce Mark Cooper as the Safety Employee of the Month for his outstanding commitment to health and safety on the Eastwood Park Prison project being undertaken for long term client Galliford Try.
Enabling works are currently underway at the prison with a watching brief being undertaken by ecologists. Galliford Try have selected Mark to receive this award for his safety conscious efforts to date.
Congratulations to Mark Cooper on this well-earned recognition!
BCL is proud to announce Mark Cooper as the Safety Employee of the Month for his outstanding commitment to health and safety on the Eastwood Park Prison project being undertaken for long term client Galliford Try.
Enabling works are currently underway at the prison with a watching brief being undertaken by ecologists. Galliford Try have selected Mark to receive this award for his safety conscious efforts to date.
Congratulations to Mark Cooper on this well-earned recognition!
We Are Hiring
If you are looking for a new challenge working across the South West on a variety of exciting projects, then please send us and email or give us a call for a confidential discussion.
We are looking for Groundworkers and External Finishing Gangs.
To work on Residential Housing Schemes and/or Main Contracting Projects.
The best way to contact us for more information is via email, using the link below. Alternatively you can call us on 01278 238801.
No agencies at this time thank you.
We are looking for Groundworkers and External Finishing Gangs.
To work on Residential Housing Schemes and/or Main Contracting Projects.
The best way to contact us for more information is via email, using the link below. Alternatively you can call us on 01278 238801.
No agencies at this time thank you.
City Gateway Update
BCL Groundworks have worked in close partnership with the Ischebeck TITAN Group who have supplied all formwork, decking and edge protection systems for our RC Frame works across 7 apartment blocks at City Gateway in Bristol.
With the last podium deck slab poured we look forward to continuing our relationship on future projects!
With the last podium deck slab poured we look forward to continuing our relationship on future projects!
Award Nomination
The team at BCL Groundworks are really pleased to have undertaken the Groundworks Package for long term partner Fisher & Dean Construction on their fantastic scheme of 30 Passivhaus homes in South Petherton, Somerset on behalf of Stonewater.
The development has been shortlisted for the Insider Residential Property Awards 2025 in two categories; Affordable Housing Development of the Year and Sustainable Development of the Year.
Fingers crossed the team come home with an award.
The development has been shortlisted for the Insider Residential Property Awards 2025 in two categories; Affordable Housing Development of the Year and Sustainable Development of the Year.
Fingers crossed the team come home with an award.
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