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Who We Are
Ground Breaking Contracting is a Nelson based civil contracting company delivering reliable, high quality solutions across the region. We specialise in earthworks, drainage, directional drilling, driveways, roading, retaining walls, and subdivision works for residential, commercial, and civil projects.
We are a turnkey solutions team, combining a wide range of skills with old school values. Our niche is having no niche. If we do not know how to do something, we make it our mission to learn it to an industry leading standard. Leading the team at GBC is a detail focused operator who has learned the hard way that quality and safety are everything. We stand by our workmanship, because for us, it is not just about the dollars, it is about getting it right.
ABOUT US
Crafted With
Precision
Ground Breaking Contracting is a trusted civil contracting team based in Nelson, delivering reliable, high-quality solutions across Tasman & Marlborough.
Our experienced crew brings together practical expertise, modern equipment, and a strong commitment to getting the job done right — every time.
2,500+
Projects Successfully Completed
80+
Years of Combined Experience
24/7
Support
WHAT WE DO
Expert Civil
Solutions
OUR WORK
Featured
Projects
Retaining Walls
Custom retaining walls built to suit your site, needs and budget.
Earthworks
Commercial, Residential and Rural earthworks available.
Concrete
Commercial, private and specialised concrete work available.
TESTIMONIALS
Client Voices
A few words from our clients.
Super happy with the retaining wall GBC did for us. Great communication, awesome workmanship, and left the place spotless. Highly recommend!
Emma Wilson
Dillon, Craig and all the GBC team, are brilliant to deal with. I have used them a few times now for various sized jobs and projects, communication is always good, they are on time and on budget. I have no hesitation to recommend Ground Breaking Contracting. Get laid by the best!
Chris Downey
Dillon from GBC is brilliant to work with. Nothing is an issue. Work is done to a high standard, on time. All round a great guy! I can't recommend him highly enough.
Laurie & Edward Durbridge - Hunt
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Your Project Today
Ready to get your next civil project started? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote. Our team is here to deliver reliable results.
Nelson, New Zealand
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Your Project
Ready to get your next civil project started? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote. Our team is here to deliver reliable results.
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