ESI Earth & Utility Services

Underground Utility Contractors and Earthwork in Colorado

Elite Surface Infrastructure provides underground utility installation and earthwork for commercial, industrial, and municipal projects across Colorado. Our services include water mains, sanitary sewer lines, storm drains, site grading, excavation, and utility trenching and backfill. Share your plans and schedule with our team to discuss your project.

Expert Earthwork & Utility Services

Elite Surface Infrastructure’s Earth & Utility division provides comprehensive civil site work and underground utility solutions. With a modern fleet of heavy equipment and highly experienced crews, we deliver precise, efficient, and reliable earthwork and utility services on time and on budget.

From mass grading and over-lot preparation to full underground utility installation and site restoration, we handle every phase of your civil infrastructure needs. Our earth and utility operations form the essential foundation for successful construction projects.

Safety First

Zero-incident culture on every job site

Quality Materials

Premium backfill and structural materials

Trusted Service

Proven track record on hundreds of projects

People-Focused

Our team is our greatest asset

Request a Project Estimate

Planning underground utility or earthwork construction? Share your project location, plans, and timeline. Our team will review your scope and discuss an estimate.

All Services

Earth & Utility Services

Over-Lot Grading

Large-scale mass grading to achieve proper site elevations, drainage, and buildable pads.

Building Excavation & Backfill

Precise excavation for building foundations, footings, and complete structural backfill.

Sub-grade Preparation

Fine grading and stabilization of sub-grade for paving, concrete, and hardscape installation.

Over-excavation with the use of Structural and/or Moisture Conditioning

Structural over-excavation with moisture conditioning and recompaction as required.

Main Line Water, Sewer & Storm Pipe

Installation of sanitary sewer, storm drain, and domestic water main lines.

Trenching

Trenching, bedding, and backfill for dry utilities (electric, gas, telecom, etc.).

Bedding & Backfill for a wide range of the Dry Utilities

Installation of retention/detention basins, swales, culverts, and drainage structures.

Revegetation

Final grading, topsoil placement, seeding, and erosion control measures.

Levee Reconstruction

Complete removal and rebuilding of levees using engineered materials and proper compaction.

How We Work

Site Assessment

Review of civil plans, geotechnical reports, and on-site evaluation of soil conditions and existing utilities.

Project Planning & Mobilization

Detailed scheduling, traffic control, erosion control plans, and equipment mobilization.

Earthwork & Excavation

Mass grading, building excavation, over-excavation, and sub-grade preparation using GPS-guided equipment.

Utility Installation

Trenching, pipe laying, bedding, backfill, and pressure testing of all underground utilities.

Final Grading, Testing & Restoration

Final grade verification, compaction testing, utility locating, and site revegetation.

The Elite Advantage

Modern Equipment Fleet

Late-model Caterpillar excavators, dozers, graders, and compactors equipped with GPS technology for unmatched precision.

Experienced Operators

Skilled crews with extensive experience in complex earthwork and utility projects.

On-Time Completion

Strong project management ensures your site work stays on schedule for downstream trades.

Fully Licensed & Insured

Complete civil contractor licensing, bonding, and insurance coverage.

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Committed to Offering High-Quality Earth & Utility Solutions

At Elite Surface Infrastructure, we understand that proper earthwork and utility infrastructure is the foundation of every successful development. Whether you’re facing challenges with unstable soils, complex drainage requirements, tight utility corridors, or aggressive project schedules, our expert team delivers reliable, code-compliant, and cost-effective solutions.

We are here to help. Our experienced crews ensure your earthwork and utility projects are completed with precision, environmental responsibility, and attention to detail while prioritizing safety and sustainability.

What Our Customers Say

“Our project needed grading before construction could begin. The team explained the work clearly and kept us informed about when the site would be ready.”

“We appreciated the communication during the underground utility work. The crew coordinated with our project team so we could plan other activities around the excavation.”

“Access was a concern on our job site. The team discussed equipment routes and work areas with us beforehand, which made it easier to prepare for the earthwork.”

“We had several questions about trenching and backfill. The team took the time to explain the scope and helped us understand how the work fit into our construction schedule.”

Areas We Serve in Colorado

We provide Earth & Utility services across Colorado, serving communities throughout the state.

Driving Directions to Our Colorado Springs Office

Coming to Elite Surface Infrastructure to discuss earthwork or utility services? Find us at 640 Aviation Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80916. From S Powers Boulevard, head west on E Fountain Boulevard/US-24, turn onto Aviation Way, and continue to our office at 640 Aviation Way.