Local Knowledge.
Landmark Results.
For over 49 years, we have combined regional trust with scale to deliver a wide range of nationally significant civil infrastructure projects.
Who we are
Founded in 1976 on the core principles of trust and reliability, the Rooney Group has evolved from a specialist earthmoving business into a multi-disciplinary powerhouse.
While earthmoving is our foundation, the Rooney Group has evolved into three key divisions – Rooney Civil, Rooney Farms, and Rooney Holdings. While we have grown into a nationally significant player, our foundation remains unchanged. We approach every project with the same care, personal integrity, and superior workmanship that established our reputation five decades ago. At the Rooney Group, we don’t just build infrastructure – we provide the certainty and quality required to strengthen our communities for the long haul.
Our divisions
345+
Employees5
Branches1000+
ProjectsTurning local knowledge into landmark results
We leverage deep regional roots and a massive internal plant fleet to provide certainty for major infrastructure partners.
With offices in Waimate, Ashburton, Christchurch, Timaru, and Oamaru, our local knowledge is unmatched. This regional presence, combined with Gary Rooney’s strategic investment in cutting-edge resources, ensures we deliver “Quality you can see and Commitment you can trust” on every site.
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ABOUT US
Quality you can see. Commitment you can trust.
Our Vision
To lead as a multi-disciplinary powerhouse, delivering the essential infrastructure and certainty that allow our South Island communities to thrive
Our People Powerhouse
Our expert team is our greatest asset, combining local grit with the strategic capability required to master complex large-scale projects.
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Helping Communities Grow
From large scale irrigation schemes to critical roading, we deliver high-impact infrastructure projects that drive regional development and long-term economic growth.
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We partner with leading companies across infrastructure, agriculture, and industry – delivering reliable, high-quality solutions built on trust, experience, and long-term relationships.
