Since our founding in 1976, we have been an integral part of a large and diverse range of projects throughout Hawkes Bay and the surrounding areas. Working closely with local councils, developers and contracts on new and existing infrastructure in both urban and rural environments, we have built a wealth of experience on complex jobs with backed by the best team in the bay!
Drainways Contracting successfully completed the James Wattie Retirement Village for Ryman Healthcare in Havelock North in charge of all drainage, civil and landscaping. Beginning site works and project management in January 2019, our team played a crucial role in the development. Five years later, the project is complete with over 80 houses and three multi-story buildings, enhancing the local community.
Drainways Contracting successfully completed the Awatoto water main project, renewing a 3.6km pipeline from Meeanee to Awatoto, Napier. The project involved welding over 300 lengths of 180mm and 250mm P.E. pipe, ensuring reliable water supply and showcasing Drainways’ expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects and ability to work along side local councils and contractors.
Drainways Contracting played a key role in the new Scania build in Hastings Bay, overseeing drainage, ground, and civil works. Collaborating with Tuatara Structures, our team installed stormwater, wastewater, and water systems, prepared the building foundation, and completed yard preparation, ensuring the project’s success from start to finish.
In 2023, we installed the wastewater pump station for the Brooklands Subdivision in Havelock North. Our drainage team successfully completed the installation as part of the new subdivision development, ensuring efficient wastewater management and contributing to the area’s growth and infrastructure.
In 2018, Drainways Contracting’s drainage crews were subcontracted for the Links Rd roundabout upgrade. Our team was responsible for installing the stormwater system, ensuring efficient drainage and contributing to the successful completion of the upgraded roundabout, which improved traffic flow and safety in the area.
In 2024, we successfully completed a complex wastewater pump station upgrade in Green Meadows, Napier. The project required precise coordination, working around existing services on a tight job site. Our team ensured minimal disruption while upgrading critical infrastructure, enhancing the efficiency of the wastewater system in the area.
Successfully completed the 24-unit extension at Gracelands Retirement Village in 2019. Our team managed all earthworks, civil works, and drainage for the project, seamlessly expanding the existing facility. The extension added valuable living spaces, further enhancing the quality of care and community for its residents.
Drainways Contracting played a pivotal role in the $10,000,000 Waiaroha Water Treatment Plant project, a key part of Hastings’ drinking water upgrade. Alongside the Eastbourne Water Treatment Plant, Drainways managed the project, ensuring the installation of advanced systems that significantly enhanced the region’s water supply and quality.
Drainways successfully completed the new pump station installation at Top10 Holiday Park in Havelock North, overcoming challenges posed by groundwater and working at depths exceeding 6 meters. The team utilized expert techniques to ensure efficient and safe installation, delivering a high-quality solution for the park’s wastewater management needs.