Matt Oxley is a Chartered Construction Manager with the Chartered Institute of Building and a Chartered Manager with the Chartered Management Institute, bringing over 25 years of experience within the construction industry. His career has been predominantly focused in the water utilities sector, where he has played a key role in delivering complex and large-scale civil engineering projects.
Matt began his career in a consultancy environment as a CAD Technician before joining JN Bentley in 2004. During his 17 years with the business, he progressed through a range of roles including Project Leader, Site Manager, and Contracts Manager, gaining extensive technical, operational, and commercial expertise—particularly across Yorkshire Water infrastructure schemes.
In 2021, Matt established MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd, building a team with a wealth of industry experience. The company delivers high-quality works across residential, commercial, utilities, and general civil engineering sectors, supporting developers and clients in achieving adoptable standards and robust project delivery.
As Managing Director, Matt is responsible for the overall operational management of the business, driving business development, and maintaining strong relationships with both new and existing clients. His hands-on approach ensures that projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards, reflecting the company’s commitment to quality and professionalism.
Phil provides specialist quantity surveying and cost management services to MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd and plays a key role in the commercial management of the business. He is responsible for cost control across projects, supporting with contract administration, cost estimating, valuation of variations, preparation of final accounts, and applications for payment on behalf of the company.
Following completion of his A-Levels, Phil went on to study Quantity Surveying at university in Newcastle, establishing a strong academic foundation for his career in the construction industry. He has since built extensive experience working with a range of civil engineering contractors, including a long-standing period at JN Bentley, where he worked alongside Matt for 18 years. In addition, Phil has gained valuable client-side experience working for a large international consultancy, giving him a well-rounded understanding of both contractor and client perspectives.
Phil’s experience spans a wide range of civil engineering sectors, with a particular focus on water infrastructure, including both clean and wastewater projects. He has also contributed to highways, bridges, rail, and flood alleviation schemes, bringing a breadth of knowledge across complex infrastructure environments.
In 2020, Phil established his own quantity surveying and cost management consultancy, and since Spring 2024 has been working in close collaboration with MJL. His commercial expertise, attention to detail, and proactive approach ensure robust financial control and value-driven outcomes across all projects.
Victoria Oxley is a Director at MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd and plays a pivotal role in the day-to-day operational and financial management of the business. She is responsible for overseeing material and plant procurement, ensuring that all projects are efficiently resourced and supported to maintain programme and delivery requirements.
In addition to procurement, Victoria manages the company’s accounts function, including invoicing, financial administration, and coordination of payments across multiple projects. She works closely with site teams and the commercial function to ensure accurate and timely financial processes, supporting the smooth running of operations across all MJL projects.
Victoria’s organised and detail-focused approach underpins the company’s ability to deliver works efficiently, providing strong financial control and ensuring that both suppliers and clients are managed professionally. Her role is central to maintaining the high standards and reliability that MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd is known for.
Simon is one of our SSSTS Site Supervisors at MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd plays a key role in the successful delivery of groundworks and civil engineering projects, overseeing site operations and managing teams to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standards.
With strong practical experience across a range of sectors including residential developments, highways, and utilities, Simon is responsible for coordinating day-to-day site activities, supervising operatives and subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements. This includes implementing safe systems of work, maintaining high-quality workmanship, and ensuring that works are delivered in line with programme and specification.
Working closely with the management and commercial teams, Simon supports effective planning, resource allocation, and communication on site. They also liaise with clients, local authorities, and the public where required, helping to maintain positive relationships and minimise disruption during construction activities.
Through a proactive and hands-on approach, the Site Supervisor ensures that MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd continues to deliver reliable, high-quality civil engineering and groundworks projects across all sectors.
Nick is a SSSTS Site Supervisor at MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd, responsible for managing site operations and leading delivery teams across development adoption projects. He plays a key role in ensuring that infrastructure is constructed and remediated to adoptable standards, working closely with site teams, management, and stakeholders to achieve compliant, high-quality outcomes.
With strong experience in residential infrastructure works, Nick oversees the day-to-day coordination of activities including roads, drainage, kerbing, footways, and associated remedial works. He ensures that all operations are delivered safely and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and relevant Section 38 and Section 278 requirements.
Nick is responsible for supervising operatives and subcontractors, implementing safe systems of work, and maintaining strict quality control on site. He works proactively to manage programme, resources, and site logistics, ensuring efficient delivery while minimising disruption to residents and the public—particularly important on live developments approaching adoption.
Acting as a key point of contact on site, Nick liaises with clients, developers, local authorities, and inspectors to facilitate inspections, resolve issues, and maintain progress. His practical, hands-on approach and attention to detail support MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd in consistently delivering works to adoptable standards and maintaining strong client relationships.
Kenzie is a SSSTS Site Supervisor at MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd, responsible for leading site teams and overseeing the delivery of drainage works across a range of groundworks and civil engineering projects. He plays a key role in ensuring that drainage infrastructure is installed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with design specifications and adoptable standards.
With strong hands-on experience in drainage operations, Kenzie manages day-to-day activities including deep excavations, installation of foul and surface water systems, manholes, chambers, attenuation features, and associated connections. He ensures all works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, health and safety requirements, and relevant industry standards, including those required for adoption.
Kenzie supervises operatives and subcontractors on site, implementing safe systems of work and maintaining a high standard of quality control throughout each stage of construction. He works closely with the management and commercial teams to coordinate resources, maintain programme, and resolve any site challenges efficiently.
As a key point of contact on site, Kenzie liaises with clients, inspectors, and local authorities where required, facilitating inspections and ensuring a smooth progression of works. His proactive and detail-focused approach supports MJL Groundworks & Civils Ltd in delivering reliable, high-quality drainage infrastructure across all projects.
