Key infrastructure works start on Gloucestershire highway scheme

Civil engineering firm O’Brien Contractors has been appointed to deliver new junction works into the growing Hunts Grove development in Hardwicke, Gloucestershire.

After starting earlier this year works are due to be completed in 2025 and will support the continued expansion of the Hunts Grove community, located just seven kilometres south of Gloucester city centre.

The Section 278 infrastructure works aim to help ease congestion and improve traffic flow for the residents of the Hunts Grove Development. On completion the new entrance will connect the residents to the A38 and B4008 and further south signalisation of the Cross
Keys roundabout.

The scope of works includes earthworks, re-forming a slipped embankment, utility diversions, planing and resurfacing carriageways, drainage, installation of new services, traffic signals, streetlighting, and new cycle safe parapets on the flyover.

The project will include the construction of a new pedestrian footpath along the A38 northbound.

As part of the project phasing, O’Brien Contractors has planned for the majority of works to be carried out offline, helping to reduce the duration and impact of live roadworks and minimise disruption to traffic and residents.

Tom O’Brien, director at O’Brien Contractors, said: “The A38 infrastructure works are an important step in easing congestion for local residents in and around Hunts Grove, and we’re really pleased to have secured this project.

“Live roadworks always present a unique set of challenges, it’s completely different from operating on a closed construction site away from the public. However, our team is experienced in delivering complex schemes efficiently and safely.

“We look forward to working with all stakeholders to ensure the project is completed on time, on budget, and with safety at the forefront.”