Founded
in 2010
Stewart Civil Ltd was founded by Neil and Brad Stewart and incorporated in 2010 as ‘Drainman’. Prior to becoming established in New Zealand, Neil had worked extensively in the UK, Europe, and the United States. Initially the business was streamlined to provide works in drainage exclusively, but as our reputation grew for knowledgeable, experienced and reliable work, so did demand for works in other areas.
To reflect the wider scope of services of civil works we provide throughout the South and North Island today, we have evolved into Stewart Civil. Working closely with our clients to meet programme and achieve cost effective solutions.
As Stewart Civil we consist of a large diverse team, and you can find us undertaking multiple projects, large and small, at any one time throughout the South Island. We’re always willing to expand our team so we are on the lookout for Staff who would like an opportunity to up-skill or refine their skills by joining the Stewart Civil team. If this sounds like you, please feel welcome to contact us today.
Neil and Brad Stewart remain at the helm of the business and who’s reputations are the driving force behind the consistently high demand of work we undertake from City Councils and tier one Companies such as Fulton Hogan and various other alliances. It is through their determination and leadership, as well as our dedicated team of managers and Staff, that we have maintained both the highest standards in every project we undertake, and our reputation for reliability. Neil himself describes Stewart Civil as being "a very diverse, forward-thinking company with vast experience and expertise in a wide range of fields; including roading and three waters.”
Neil Stewart
Managing Director
Neil is a very driven individual who prides himself on quality workman ship and delivering completion of projects on time. He has very good communication skills and a vast knowledge of the drainage industry.
Since forming the company in early 2009, Neil has completed many small and large-scale jobs from sewer mains relays, lateral relay/repairs and complete low - pressure sewer systems, including tank installations and PE reticulation.
Neil is a fully certifying drain layer and Christchurch City Council approved for all Gravity and Low - pressure Sewer Systems, Pressure Sewer Tanks and Pressure Sewer Reticulation.
Bradley Stewart
Director
Bradley started working in plumbing and drainage back in 2006. He prides himself in achieving Level 4 in Plumbing, Level 4 Certificate in Drainage and Level 4 Certificate in Pipeline and maintenance stormwater, sewer & water.
Bradley had an opportunity to gain experience in Melbourne for a few years working on pipelines of up to 1 meter diameter and 10 meters deep.
His family and sport along with work is a massive part of his life.
Dustin Van Housen
Operations Manager
Originally from the USA, Dustin has a lifetime of civil construction experience, ranging from demolition and underground
"3 Waters" work, to earthworks, grading, and asphalt. Life offered him the opportunity to work at the South Pole, building runways and roads on the sea ice and glaciers, which eventually led him to New Zealand.
Arriving shortly after an earthquake, Dustin seized the chance to kickstart his career in New Zealand. He has been involved in various roles, including demolition, civil earthworks, retaining walls, and working with "3 Waters."
Dustin has contributed to some of the country's most significant projects, such as SCIRT Recovery, NCTIR (Kaikoura Recovery), CNC Alliance Motorway, Marlborough Roads Recovery and WTPA Queenstown Network Rehabilitation.
Zach Cuff
Project Manager
With a BEngTech in Civil Engineering Zach has over 8 years experience in the Civil Construction industry. Specialising in major projects, Zach is used to a fast paced, complex working environment. Some of his previous projects include $40M+ Irrigations scheme in Canterbury, $300M+ Motorway build in Christchurch (CNC), $120M+ Buslane construction in Auckland (AMETI), £5B+ Super Sewer in London.
Zach is a solutions-based Project Manager who prides himself on bringing people together to get things done safely and in a timely manner.
