🏗️ Civil Engineering & Construction
All construction and civil works in one place: roads and drainage, bridges, houses and flats, land clearing and plant hire, farm development and agronomy, and construction in technology such as databases, networks and systems.
Civil Engineering & Construction
Othee Technologies delivers civil engineering and construction across Uganda, from roads, bridges and drainage to homes, apartments, commercial buildings and warehouses. We also build for agriculture, including farm structures, greenhouses, irrigation, fish ponds, biogas plants and cold rooms. Choose the services you need and send us the details listed on each page so we can quote accurately.
Pick the services you need below and add them to your quote — you can mix services from any service line in one request.
Typical scope
- Road Construction
- Road Drainage Systems
- Pavement Works
- Asphalt and Bituminous Surfacing
- Gravel Road Construction and Maintenance
- Kerbs and Paving Blocks
- Road Signage and Markings
- Speed Humps and Guardrails
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All 138 services
Plant & equipment hire 14
Tractor Hire
General tractor hire with or without an operator for haulage, ground work and farm or site duties.
Farm Tractor Hire
Farm tractors and implements for hire, to prepare land and carry out field tasks during the planting season.
Excavator Hire
Tracked and wheeled excavators for hire, with or without an operator, for digging, loading and site work.
Backhoe Loader Hire
Backhoe loaders for hire, combining a front loader and rear digging arm for general site and small-scale work.
Bulldozer Hire
Crawler bulldozers for hire for clearing, pushing earth, rough grading and haul road work.
Motor Grader Hire
Motor graders for hire for road shaping, murram surfacing, drainage cut-offs and large-area grading.
Road Roller and Compactor Hire
Vibrating rollers, plate compactors and rammers for hire to compact soil, murram, hardcore and asphalt.
Tipper and Dump Truck Hire
Tipper trucks for hire to haul sand, murram, gravel, stone, soil and spoil.
Water Bowser Hire
Water bowsers for hire for dust control, compaction water, construction supply and drought relief.
Concrete Mixer Hire
Site concrete mixers for hire for slabs, foundations, columns and small structural jobs.
Crane and Telehandler Hire
Mobile cranes and telehandlers for lifting materials, steel and equipment on building sites.
Skid-Steer and Mini-Excavator Hire
Compact machines for hire for tight sites, small excavations, backfilling, landscaping and loading.
Plant Transport and Low-Bed Services
Transport of excavators, dozers, graders, rollers and other heavy plant to and from site on low-bed trailers.
Scaffolding and Formwork Hire
Hire of scaffolding, props, shuttering and formwork for slabs, columns, beams and facade work.
Roads, drainage & bridges 12
Road Construction
Construction of new access roads, estate roads and rural roads from setting out through to a finished, drained carriageway.
Road Drainage Systems
Design and construction of side drains, mitre drains, catch pits and outfalls that keep roads and compounds from washing out.
Pavement Works
Construction of pavement layers for roads, parking areas and yards, from subgrade preparation to the final wearing course.
Asphalt and Bituminous Surfacing
Application of asphalt, surface dressing and other bituminous surfacing to roads, parking areas and compounds.
Gravel Road Construction and Maintenance
Building and regular grading of murram and gravel roads for farms, estates, institutions and rural communities.
Kerbs and Paving Blocks
Supply and installation of precast kerbs, channels and interlocking paving blocks for roads, parking areas and walkways.
Road Signage and Markings
Supply and installation of road signs and painted road markings for estates, institutions, factories and public roads.
Speed Humps and Guardrails
Construction of speed humps and installation of guardrails and barriers to control traffic and protect road edges.
Earthworks and Site Clearing
Bush clearing, grading, cut and fill, and levelling of building plots, farms and road corridors.
Bridges
Design and construction of small to medium road and footbridges in concrete, steel or composite.
Culverts
Supply and installation of pipe and box culverts to carry water safely under roads and access tracks.
Drainage Trenching
Excavation of trenches for storm drains, pipes, cables and sub-surface drainage, with safe shoring and backfill.
Land clearing, earthworks & demolition 12
Foundations and Excavation
Excavation, footings, raft and pile foundations designed to suit the soil and the structure above.
Demolition and Site Preparation
Controlled demolition of old structures with sorting and removal of debris to clear a site for new work.
Land Clearing and Bush Clearing
Removal of bush, shrubs, grass and light vegetation to leave a plot or field ready for building, farming or survey.
Tree Felling
Safe, controlled felling of single trees or groups of trees on plots, farms and around buildings.
Tree Stump Removal
Digging out and removing stumps and major roots left after trees are felled or cleared.
Stump Grinding
Grinding tree stumps below ground level so the area can be levelled, landscaped or planted without digging.
Site Levelling and Grading
Shaping a plot or yard to the required levels and falls so it is ready for building, parking or drainage.
Topsoil Stripping and Stockpiling
Careful removal and storage of fertile topsoil before construction, so it can be reused for landscaping or farming.
Bulk Earthworks and Cut-and-Fill
Large-scale excavation, hauling and filling to form platforms, embankments, estates and industrial sites.
Land Reclamation and Backfilling
Filling and raising low-lying, swampy, quarried or eroded land so it can be built on or farmed.
Demolition of Single-Storey Structures
Controlled demolition of houses, sheds, kiosks, walls and other single-storey buildings, with waste cleared from site.
Demolition of Multi-Storey Buildings
Planned, engineered demolition of multi-storey buildings in built-up areas, with protection for neighbours and the public.
Houses, flats & commercial buildings 17
Residential Houses
Construction of family homes from foundation to finishes, to your plan or one we help you prepare.
Bungalows
Single-storey homes built efficiently on one level, popular for family plots and rural homesteads.
Flats
Construction of low-rise rental or owner-occupied flats on a single plot.
Apartments (Multi-Storey Residential)
Design-and-build or build-only delivery of multi-storey apartment blocks with lifts, stairs and shared services.
Commercial Buildings
Construction of offices, shops, arcades, hotels and mixed-use buildings.
Institutional Buildings
Construction of schools, clinics, churches, dormitories and community buildings.
Renovations and Refurbishments
Repair, upgrading and modernisation of existing homes, offices and commercial buildings.
Extensions
Adding rooms, floors or wings to an existing building while keeping it safe and weather-tight.
Estate and Plot Development
Servicing of land for housing estates and plots, including access roads, drainage, water and utilities.
Staff Housing and Hostels
Accommodation blocks for workers, students and institutions, planned for good use of space, sanitation and durability.
Schools and Classroom Blocks
Classrooms, laboratories, dormitories and admin blocks for nursery, primary, secondary and vocational schools.
Clinics and Health Centres
Outpatient clinics, maternity wings and health centres built to practical, hygienic and workable layouts.
Churches and Community Halls
Places of worship, community halls and multi-purpose centres with large clear spans, good acoustics and ventilation.
Shopping Arcades and Malls
Retail arcades, strip malls and shopping centres with shop units, services and customer parking.
Petrol Stations
Fuel station civil works including forecourt, canopy, tank chambers, drainage and ancillary buildings.
Hotels, Lodges and Guest Houses
Hospitality buildings including rooms, reception, restaurants and service areas, designed for guest comfort and efficient operation.
Markets and Trading Centres
Open and covered markets, stalls, loading yards, drainage and sanitation for municipalities and trader groups.
Structure, finishes & building services 23
Boundary Walls and Perimeter Fences
Construction of boundary walls, fences and gates to secure homes, compounds and farms.
Concrete Works
Casting of slabs, beams, columns, floors and precast elements to engineered specifications.
Retaining Walls
Construction of stone, block or reinforced concrete walls to hold back soil on slopes and cuttings.
Roofing Works
Roof structure, timber or steel trusses and roof coverings for new and existing buildings.
Plastering, Painting and Finishing
Plastering, screeding, tiling, ceiling, painting and joinery finishes for new and refurbished buildings.
Plumbing and Sanitary Installations
Water supply, drainage, sanitary fittings and hot-water systems for homes and commercial buildings.
Septic Tanks and Soakpits
Construction of septic tanks, soakaway pits and drainage fields for properties without a sewer connection.
Water Tanks and Reservoirs
Construction of raised, ground and underground water tanks and reservoirs in masonry, concrete or steel.
Butane and LPG Gas Installations
Safe installation of cylinder manifolds, gas piping and appliance connections for homes, restaurants and commercial kitchens.
Cold Rooms
Construction and installation of insulated cold rooms for produce, dairy, meat and fish.
Warehouses and Factory Sheds
Construction of steel-framed and masonry warehouses, factory sheds and storage buildings.
Steel Structures and Fabrication
Fabrication and erection of steel frames, trusses, stairs, canopies, tank stands and gates.
Landscaping and Paving
Compound landscaping, lawns, planting, walkways, driveways and paved outdoor areas.
Waterproofing and Damp Treatment
Waterproofing of roofs, basements, tanks, bathrooms and walls that leak or suffer damp.
Swimming Pools
Design and construction of concrete swimming pools for homes, hotels, schools and clubs, with filtration and safe surrounds.
Paving and Driveways
Driveways, parking areas and walkways in cobblestone, interlocking pavers, concrete or bitumen, with proper levels and drainage.
Gates and Gatehouses
Sliding, swing and automatic gates with matching gatehouses, pedestrian entries and boundary entrance works.
Interior Fit-out and Ceilings
Fit-out of offices, shops, restaurants and homes, including gypsum and PVC ceilings, partitions, lighting and finishes.
Joinery and Carpentry
Custom doors, windows, wardrobes, kitchen units, roof timbers and furniture made to measure.
Tiling and Flooring
Floor and wall tiling, screeding, terrazzo and other flooring with correct levels and waterproofing in wet areas.
Glazing and Aluminium Works
Aluminium windows, doors, shopfronts, partitions and glass balustrades, measured and fitted on site.
Sports Grounds and Courts
Construction of football pitches, basketball, netball and tennis courts, running tracks and associated terraces.
Rainwater Harvesting Systems
Gutters, first-flush diverters, tanks and distribution to collect and store roof runoff for domestic, school and farm use.
Farm structures & agri-services 29
Biogas Plants for Farms
Construction of biogas digesters, gas piping and appliances that turn animal waste into cooking and lighting fuel.
Greenhouse Solutions
Design and construction of greenhouses for vegetables, flowers and seedling production.
Farm Structures
General farm buildings such as stores, milking parlours, feed rooms, drying yards and worker housing.
Poultry Houses
Construction of layer, broiler and brooder houses with proper ventilation and easy cleaning.
Piggery Units
Construction of pig pens, farrowing houses and waste-handling facilities for small and commercial farms.
Cattle Sheds and Dairy Housing
Construction of cattle sheds, zero-grazing units, milking areas and cattle dips or spray races.
Irrigation and Farm Water Systems
Design and installation of drip, sprinkler and gravity irrigation, farm pipelines and water-harvesting works.
Fish Ponds and Aquaculture Construction
Construction of earthen, lined and concrete fish ponds, with inlets, outlets and fencing for tilapia and catfish farming.
Ploughing Services
Tractor ploughing of farmland to break and turn the soil ready for planting.
Harrowing Services
Breaking up clods and levelling ploughed land into a fine seedbed with tractor-drawn harrows.
Tilling and Rotavating
Rotary tilling to prepare a fine seedbed in a single pass, especially on smaller plots and vegetable land.
Ridging and Bed Preparation
Forming ridges, mounds and raised beds suited to crops such as potatoes, cassava, groundnuts and vegetables.
Planting and Seeding Services
Mechanical or managed manual planting of maize, beans, soya, sorghum, vegetables and other crops at the right spacing and depth.
Crop Spraying and Weed Control Services
Herbicide, pesticide and fungicide spraying with trained operators who follow label directions and safety rules.
Harvesting and Haulage Services
Harvesting support and transport of crops from the field to store, mill or market.
Agronomy Advisory and Crop Planning
Practical advice on crop choice, planting calendars, spacing, fertiliser and pest management for your land.
Soil Sampling and Fertility Advisory
Field soil sampling, laboratory testing arrangements and fertiliser recommendations based on the results.
Farm Planning and Layout
Overall design of a farm showing fields, roads, water points, buildings and drainage before development starts.
Orchard and Plantation Establishment
Site preparation, layout, planting and early care of fruit orchards and tree plantations.
Pasture Establishment
Preparation, planting and early management of improved pasture and fodder grasses for cattle, goats and sheep.
Terracing and Soil Conservation
Terraces, contour bunds, grass strips and waterways that stop soil erosion on sloping farmland.
Farm Dams and Valley Tanks
Construction of earth dams, valley tanks and water pans to store rainwater for livestock and irrigation.
Farm Roads and Access Tracks
Murram and gravel access roads and internal tracks that stay passable to tractors and trucks in the rains.
Livestock Fencing
Fencing for paddocks, kraals and farm boundaries using barbed wire, chain link, electric or timber and post systems.
Grain Stores and Drying Floors
Stores, silos and concrete drying floors that protect maize, beans and other crops from moisture, pests and theft.
Agro-processing Facilities
Buildings and processing layouts for milling, drying, cleaning, packing and value-adding farm produce.
Hydroponics and Vertical Farm Construction
Greenhouses, tanks, channels and racking for soilless growing systems and multi-level indoor farms.
Mushroom and Seedling Nurseries
Shaded structures, benches and growing rooms for raising tree, vegetable and fruit seedlings or producing mushrooms.
Fodder Stores and Silage Pits
Hay barns, fodder stores and silage pits that keep feed through the dry season.
Design, survey & consultancy 7
Land Surveying and Setting Out
Topographic surveys, boundary checks and setting out of buildings and roads on site.
Soil Testing and Geotechnical Investigation
Soil sampling, testing and reporting to guide foundation design and earthworks.
Quantity Surveying and Bills of Quantities
Measurement, costing and preparation of Bills of Quantities, cost estimates and tender documents.
Architectural and Structural Design
Architectural plans, structural drawings and permit-ready designs for homes, commercial, farm and institutional buildings.
Project Management and Supervision
Day-to-day management, inspection and reporting on your construction project, whether we build it or another contractor does.
Building Inspection and Structural Assessment
Inspection of existing buildings for cracks, settlement, defects and suitability for extension or repair.
Civil Engineering Consultancy
Independent engineering advice, design review and technical support on construction and infrastructure projects.
Technology, power & utilities 20
Borehole Drilling and Pumping Systems
Siting, drilling support, casing and pump installation for boreholes serving homes, farms and institutions.
Database Design and Construction
Design and build of reliable databases for businesses, schools, clinics, SACCOs and projects, with sound structure, backups and access control.
Data Warehouse and Reporting Platform Build
Central data stores and dashboards that pull data from several systems into one trusted source for reports.
Custom Software Systems Build
Bespoke software built around the way your organisation actually works, from requirements through to training and support.
Web Application Development
Browser-based applications such as portals, booking systems, dashboards and online shops, built to be secure and easy to use.
Mobile App Development
Android and iOS apps for customers, staff or field teams, including apps that keep working with weak connectivity.
ERP and Business Systems Implementation
Selection, set-up and roll-out of integrated business systems for accounting, stores, sales, payroll, projects and more.
Network Infrastructure Construction
Planning and building the wired and wireless networks for offices, campuses, estates and industrial sites.
Structured Cabling Construction
Installation of tidy, tested data cabling, patch panels and outlets for new and existing buildings.
Fibre Trenching and Duct Laying
Excavation and duct laying for optical fibre and cable routes, with proper depth, markers and reinstatement.
Telecom Mast and Tower Construction
Foundations, steel towers and masts for communications equipment, built to the structural design supplied.
Server Room and Data Centre Construction
Purpose-built rooms for servers and network equipment, with cooling, power, fire protection and secure access.
Smart Building Systems Construction
Integrated building controls for lighting, access, energy, intercoms and monitoring in new and refurbished buildings.
CCTV and Security Systems Construction
Camera, alarm and access control systems installed as part of new buildings, estates and commercial sites.
Solar Power Systems Construction
Solar panel, inverter and battery systems for homes, farms, schools, clinics and commercial buildings, designed around the actual load.
Electrical Installation for Buildings
Complete electrical installation for new buildings, from conduit and wiring to distribution boards, lighting and earthing.
HVAC Installation for New Buildings
Ventilation, air conditioning and extraction systems designed and installed as part of new construction.
Fire Detection System Installation for New Buildings
Fire alarm panels, detectors, sounders and call points installed during construction, with testing and handover.
Lightning Protection and Earthing
Lightning protection systems, earth electrodes and equipotential bonding for buildings, masts, farms and installations.
Generator and Backup Power Installation
Standby generator plinths, enclosures, changeover switches and fuel storage for buildings and farms.
Site support & materials 4
Building Materials Supply
Supply and delivery of bricks, blocks, cement, sand, aggregates, steel, roofing and other construction materials.
Site Security and Hoarding
Perimeter hoarding, site gates, guarding and lighting to protect construction sites, materials and the public.
Construction Waste Removal
Collection and disposal of rubble, spoil, packaging, scrap and site waste from building and demolition projects.
Building Maintenance Contracts
Planned and breakdown maintenance for offices, estates, schools and rental properties, covering the structure, plumbing, electrics and grounds.
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