Who We Are

Shanahan Civil is a family-owned and operated civil earthworks company based in Goldsborough near Cairns, Far North Queensland. Founded by Josh and Naomi Shanahan, we are driven by a relentless commitment to delivering the highest quality standards on every project we undertake.

With backgrounds in construction, engineering, 3D modelling, and machine operation, we established Shanahan Civil to bridge the gap between advanced digital design and flawless real-world execution. Our complete in-house capability — spanning 3D site capture, precision modelling, and machine-controlled earthworks — allows us to eliminate traditional project silos and deliver superior accuracy, efficiency, and reliability.

At the heart of our operation is advanced Trimble Earthworks 3D machine control technology, integrated across our modern fleet. This precision-focused approach enables us to consistently achieve tight tolerances, reduce rework, minimise material waste, and complete projects ahead of schedule while maintaining uncompromising quality.

As a family business, we take personal pride in every project. Whether it’s a residential building pad, commercial bulk earthworks, deep excavation or a carpark with complex geometry, we treat each site with the same care and attention to detail as if it were our own.

Precision you can build on.

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Excellence Built on Precision

  • We integrate the latest Trimble Earthworks 3D grade control systems across our entire fleet, supported by comprehensive in-house 3D modelling capabilities. This complete integration of digital design and real-world execution sets us apart as Queensland’s precision civil earthworks specialists.

  • • Trimble Earthworks 3D Machine Control – Real-time automatic and semi-automatic blade and bucket guidance on all major machines
    • Trimble GNSS Base Station & Rovers – Centimetre-accurate positioning
    • Robotic Total Station (UTS) – Ultimate precision in challenging environments
    • Advanced 3D Modelling – Civil 3D, 12D, InfraWorks, Rhino, and Inventor for complex surfaces and machine-ready files
    • Photogrammetry & 3D Scanning – Accurate capture of existing site conditions

  • • Caterpillar 315 excavator (15 t) equipped with Cat Grade 3D
    • Caterpillar 304 excavator (4 t) 3D equipped with Trimble Earthworks (GPS/UTS)
    • Caterpillar 302 excavator (2 t) 3D equipped with Trimble Siteworks
    • Neilo M7040 tractor grader 3D equipped with Trimble Earthworks and autos(GPS/UTS)
    • John Deere 4066R with loader and Lawless Lasers Turf Grader 24
    • Isuzu 6t tipper truck
    • Hino 3t tipper
    • 2400L water truck slip on

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