Earthworks & Excavation
Earthworks Operators Moving Dirt
We provide comprehensive earthworks and excavation services for residential, agricultural, and industrial sites. Our experienced team of operators and modern fleet can handle everything:
Dugout Construction & Cleanouts - Creating or maintaining water reservoirs for agricultural use.
Building Pad Construction - Leveling and preparing sites for future buildings or infrastructure.
Trenching for Utilities - Digging trenches for water lines, gas lines, electrical, and fiber optic cable installations.
Culvert Installation & Drainage Work - Ensuring proper water flow and preventing washouts or flooding.
Grading & Leveling - Prepping land for roads, buildings, or farming operations.
Road Building & Lease Access - Creating durable access roads to oilfield leases or agricultural properties.
Shoring & Integrity Digs - Installing shoring boxes and safely exposing underground infrastructure for inspection or repair.
Foundation Excavation - Digging out areas for basements or concrete foundations.
Environmental Remediation & Contaminated Soil Removal - Cleaning up spill sites or contamination zones.
Slurry Pit Cleanouts - Removing and managing waste material from oilfield operations.
Pond or Lagoon Construction - Building wastewater or stormwater management systems.
Reclamation & Land Restoration - Regrading and restoring disturbed land to its original or improved state.
Demolition Site Clean-Up - Excavation and grading following the teardown of a building or structure.
Topsoil Stripping & Stockpiling - Preparing development sites or agricultural fields.
Septic System Excavation - Digging and preparing for residential or commercial septic tanks and field systems.
Slope Stabilization & Erosion Control - Earthwork projects to support long-term land stability.
Retaining Wall Excavation - Site work for landscaping or structural retaining systems.
With a modern fleet and a no-nonsense approach, we deliver top-notch earthworks and excavation services for residential, agricultural, and industrial sites across the region. From detailed site prep and trenching to large-scale grading and subgrade preparation, we ensure every job is done right, which means safely, efficiently, and with pride.
Whether you're breaking ground on a new build, managing oilfield infrastructure, or improving your farmland, you can trust our team to get it done.
Recent projects in
Earthworks & Excavation
Livestock Water Line Installation
Bullhead completed an agricultural excavation project for a local farmer, installing a water line to support livestock water bowls. This ensures reliable, year-round access to water and demonstrates our commitment to practical solutions for Alberta’s agricultural operations.
Silage Pit Reshaping Project
As harvest season approaches in Central Alberta, farmers are preparing their operations for maximum efficiency, and that includes ensuring their silage pits are ready for heavy use. We recently completed a Silage Pit Reshaping Project that showcases how we help agricultural clients optimize their storage systems before the silage starts rolling in.
Rail Section & Switch Removal - Alliance Rail Expansion
Bullhead Environmental provided expert rail removal services for the Alliance Rail Expansion Project, supporting regional infrastructure development with the extraction of rail sections and switch components. Our experienced crew and two heavy-duty excavators safely and efficiently removed rail ties and switch infrastructure, preparing the site for the next phase of yard construction. Specializing in excavation, industrial site prep, and heavy equipment services, Bullhead delivers reliable results for construction, transportation, and civil infrastructure partners across Western Canada.
Residential Demolition and Utility Prep
Bullhead recently completed the demolition of a home for a local landowner, including gas line relocation and installation of a new water hydrant. From teardown to utility coordination, our team handled the job safely and efficiently, clearing the way for future use of the site.
Constructing a Future Building Pad
When it comes to preparing the foundation for a new structure, every inch of detail matters. For one local farmer, Bullhead Environmental was tasked with creating a future building pad while also reclaiming a borrow pit used for clay extraction. In this project, our team handled everything from sourcing quality materials, hauling and placing soil, to compacting over 7,500 yards of clay into a durable, level pad, all while restoring the landscape back to its original state.
Cleaning Out a Slurry Pit
We were called in by a local oilfield company to assist with a full slurry pit clean-out—part of their routine maintenance and environmental management program. These types of projects require precision, proper containment strategies, and a reliable team that can get in and get the job done right.
Shoring Box Installation for Integrity Dig
This project focused on the safe installation of a shoring box to support an integrity dig on an active pipeline. The work was part of a planned inspection and maintenance program, designed to assess the condition of buried pipeline infrastructure and ensure ongoing operational integrity.
