We deliver reliable, technically compliant highways services in Lancashire, supporting commercial, industrial and infrastructure developments across the North West, North East and Midlands. Our experienced team provides safe, well-coordinated highway solutions that integrate seamlessly with wider civil engineering works and local authority requirements.
We deliver highway works in live environments, managing traffic flow, public safety and site operations while maintaining programme certainty and minimal disruption.
Our highway services are delivered in line with local authority standards, ensuring approvals, inspections and compliance are managed efficiently from design through completion.
By integrating highway works with wider civil engineering delivery, we reduce interfaces, improve coordination and achieve safer, more efficient project outcomes.
Highway infrastructure is fundamental to how developments function, connect and perform over time. At Kiernan Construction, we provide reliable highway services in Lancashire, delivering safe, compliant access solutions for commercial, industrial and public sector developments.
Our highways team delivers a full range of works, including Section 278 schemes, new site access roads, surfacing, drainage and traffic management. We are experienced in operating within live environments, prioritising public safety while meeting rigorous local authority requirements.
Working across Lancashire, the North West, North East and Midlands, we support developers and principal contractors with integrated highways solutions that manage risk, maintain programme certainty and align seamlessly with wider civil engineering delivery.

Our highway services support developments that interface with the public road network and live operational environments. We deliver carefully planned, authority-approved highways works that prioritise safety, compliance and programme certainty, while integrating seamlessly with wider civil engineering and infrastructure delivery.
Delivering Approved Highway Interfaces
Section 278 works are essential where developments interface with the public highway.
We deliver approved highway alterations, including new access roads, junction improvements and associated infrastructure works.
Our approach ensures compliance with local authority requirements, protects public safety and supports smooth approvals and programme certainty.
Durable Roads Built for Long-Term Use
High-quality road construction is critical to the performance and safety of any development.
We construct access roads, service routes, car parks and hardstandings designed to withstand heavy traffic and long-term use.
Our surfacing solutions ensure durability, compliance with specifications and safe movement for vehicles and pedestrians.
Managing Traffic Safely in Live Environments
Effective traffic management is vital when working within live highway environments.
We plan and deliver temporary and permanent traffic management, including traffic signal installations and phased working.
Our approach prioritises public safety, minimises disruption and ensures compliance with approved traffic management standards.
Protecting Highways Through Effective Infrastructure Planning
Effective drainage is essential to the safety and longevity of any development.
We design and install foul and surface water drainage systems, including attenuation solutions and interceptor tanks where required.
Our approach ensures regulatory compliance, protects surrounding environments and reduces long-term maintenance and flood risk.
Delivering Approved Highway Interfaces
Section 278 works are essential where developments interface with the public highway.
We deliver approved highway alterations, including new access roads, junction improvements and associated infrastructure works.
Our approach ensures compliance with local authority requirements, protects public safety and supports smooth approvals and programme certainty.
Durable Roads Built for Long-Term Use
High-quality road construction is critical to the performance and safety of any development.
We construct access roads, service routes, car parks and hardstandings designed to withstand heavy traffic and long-term use.
Our surfacing solutions ensure durability, compliance with specifications and safe movement for vehicles and pedestrians.
Managing Traffic Safely in Live Environments
Effective traffic management is vital when working within live highway environments.
We plan and deliver temporary and permanent traffic management, including traffic signal installations and phased working.
Our approach prioritises public safety, minimises disruption and ensures compliance with approved traffic management standards.
Protecting Highways Through Effective Infrastructure Planning
Effective drainage is essential to the safety and longevity of any development.
We design and install foul and surface water drainage systems, including attenuation solutions and interceptor tanks where required.
Our approach ensures regulatory compliance, protects surrounding environments and reduces long-term maintenance and flood risk.
Choosing the right highway partner is critical to public safety, regulatory compliance and programme certainty.
Our experienced team delivers well-planned highway works that manage live environments, meet local authority requirements and integrate seamlessly with wider civil engineering projects.
This structured approach reduces risk, minimises disruption and gives clients confidence that highway infrastructure is delivered safely, efficiently and to approved standards.
CHAS Elite, Constructionline Gold and ISO-certified, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and professionalism on every project.
Over 50 years delivering civil engineering and groundworks projects across Lancashire and the North with proven results.
Committed to reducing environmental impact through responsible waste management, efficient practices, and sustainable sourcing.
From initial surveys and planning to project delivery and aftercare, we provide a complete civil engineering and groundworks solution.
Highway works demand careful planning and strict adherence to statutory requirements. Our approach is built around early engagement, detailed technical submissions and proactive liaison with local authorities to ensure highways schemes are approved, coordinated and delivered without unnecessary delay.
We manage the planning and compliance process from design coordination through to construction and final sign-off. By working closely with highways authorities and stakeholders, we help clients navigate approvals efficiently, reduce programme risk and ensure works meet all relevant standards and conditions.
Our approach includes:
Working on highways requires absolute control, particularly within live traffic environments and public spaces. Our highway delivery is guided by a safety-first mindset that places the protection of road users, pedestrians and site teams at the centre of every decision we make.
Through detailed risk planning, approved traffic management measures and constant site supervision, we manage complex highway interfaces safely and efficiently. This disciplined approach allows highway works to progress smoothly, minimise disruption and meet regulatory expectations while maintaining the highest safety standards throughout delivery.
Highway works are typically required where a development impacts the public highway or traffic network.
This includes new site access roads, junction improvements, road widening and signal installations. Commercial, industrial and public sector schemes often require highway approvals.
Guidance from local highways authorities and the Department for Transport explains when highway works are necessary.
Section 278 works are required when developers need to alter or improve the public highway as part of a development.
This can include new access points, junction upgrades and associated infrastructure. These works must be approved and adopted by the local authority.
Further information is available through Highways England and local council highways departments.
Live highway environments require careful planning and strict controls.
We implement approved traffic management plans, phased working and clear signage to protect road users and site teams.
Our approach aligns with best practice guidance from the Health and Safety Executive and relevant traffic management standards.
Yes. Most highway works require approval from the relevant local highways authority.
This includes technical design reviews, traffic management approvals and inspections. Early engagement helps streamline this process.
Advice on approvals and standards can be found via local council highways guidance and the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB).
Yes. Delivering highways works alongside wider civil engineering services can reduce interfaces, improve coordination and maintain programme certainty.
An integrated approach is particularly effective on large, multiphase developments.
The Institution of Civil Engineers highlights the benefits of coordinated infrastructure delivery.
We operate under certified management systems supported by detailed risk assessments, method statements and ongoing monitoring.
This ensures highway works comply with safety legislation and technical standards.
Guidance from the Health and Safety Executive and Constructionline supports this structured approach.
Highway drainage often includes surface water systems, attenuation solutions, gullies and connections to existing networks.
Proper drainage is essential to road safety and longevity.
Best practice guidance is available from the Environment Agency and local authority drainage standards.
Highway contractors should be involved as early as possible, ideally during planning and design stages.
Early input helps identify risks, streamline approvals and improve programme certainty.
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) recommends early contractor engagement on infrastructure projects.
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