
Civil Construction & Earthworks Specialists in Queenstown
Locally owned and operated specialists delivering professional excavation, site scrapes, and earthworks across the Southern Lakes District.
HT Contracting provides professional civil construction, earthworks, excavation, excavator services, and site scrapes throughout Queenstown and Central Otago.
We work with homeowners, builders, developers, and commercial clients to deliver reliable site preparation and excavation solutions completed to the highest standard.
From residential earthworks to large-scale civil construction projects, our experienced team combines modern machinery, practical knowledge, and attention to detail to ensure every project is completed safely, efficiently, and professionally.
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Why Choose HT Contracting
At HT Contracting, we understand the importance of reliability, quality workmanship, and clear communication.
We take pride in delivering professional earthworks and civil construction services backed by experience, modern equipment, and attention to detail.
✔ Experienced Operators
✔ Modern Excavator Fleet
✔ Reliable Communication
✔ Residential & Commercial Projects
✔ Professional Workmanship
✔ Local Queenstown Knowledge
Our Services
We are experienced in but not limited to:
Civil Construction
Reliable civil construction services for subdivisions, infrastructure works, access ways, roading, retaining projects, and site development.
Earthworks
Professional earthworks including excavation, rock breaking, trenching, land shaping, site preparation, and bulk earthmoving.
Excavator Services
Modern excavator equipment operated by experienced professionals for efficient and accurate excavation work.
Site Scrapes
Professional site scrape and land preparation services designed to create stable and level building platforms.
Drainage
Drainage solutions designed to manage water flow and protect your site long-term.
Driveways & Access ways
Durable driveway and access way construction tailored to your property and terrain.
At HT Contracting Limited, we stand by the excellence of our work and provide clients with personalised attention based on their specific needs.



Extensive experience working on civil, residential and commercial projects.
Leica 3D GPS for excavator and Total Station Machine Control for posi track with grader blade. This is the only one based in Queenstown.
HT Contracting places a significant emphasis on maintaining strict health and safety standards.
Public liability insurance and motor vehicle insurance to the value of $10 million.

Service
Efficient. Reliable. Exceptional.
At HT Contracting Limited, our clients are our number one priority and we go the extra mile to make sure they’re completely satisfied. With this service, we’re fully prepared to tackle even the most complex projects and stand by the exceptional quality of our work. Call us today and find out more about what we can do for you.

Recent Projects
We take pride in completing every project to a high standard.
Our recent projects include residential site scrapes, excavation works, drainage installations, driveways, and large-scale earthworks throughout Queenstown and Central Otago.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a site scrape include?
A site scrape involves removing topsoil and preparing the land for construction to create a stable and level building platform.
Do you provide residential and commercial earthworks?
Yes. We provide earthworks and civil construction services for residential, commercial, and development projects.
What areas do you service?
We service Queenstown, Frankton, Arrowtown, Wanaka, Cromwell, and surrounding Central Otago areas.
What excavation services do you provide?
We provide excavation services including trenching, drainage, site cuts, land shaping, foundation preparation, and earthmoving.

Hamish did a great job on the ground works on our site very reliable highly recommended
Shane
I have had a working relationship with HT Contracting for a number of years and most recently on the Kā Huanui a Tāhuna project: Lakeview Subdivision Infrastructure Works. Hamish and his team consistently produce quality works with their modern and technically advanced machines. HT Contracting have been exemplary in Health and Safety from day one. Of greatest benefit to me has been their flexibility to undertake a wide range of scope whilst on the project Scott Shaw – Project Manager, WTPA
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