Our History

Who are we?

CMS Contracting & Plant Hire has been operating in the industry for 20 years, specialising in excavation, demolition, landscaping and civil projects.

Established in 2001, we are a privately-owned family business with over 75 years of combined industry experience between our director Mick Snell and our management team Matt Walker, Nick O’Kane & Connor Snell.

Based in Silverwater, we are well established within the Greater Sydney Metropolitan area and have also worked in many regional areas of New South Wales.

With over 20 employees with service ranging from 5 to 20 years, we draw upon the wealth of experience provided by each of our valued employees. This ultimately has a direct bearing on the results of our residential, commercial, industrial and government projects.

Over the years, CMS has established an extensive network of approved subcontractors who have displayed professionalism and quality of service throughout our association. Our shared ideals of work ethic, safety and abiding by industry standards aid in the ease of collaboration between us and our respected subcontractors.

About Us
Clearing a job site

Certificates

Our Qualifications

  • Workcover Safety Induction
  • Supervisor WHS Certificate
  • Confined spaces
  • National Operator Permit
  • Plant Operators (Certificate of Competency)
  • First Aid
  • Safety Training
  • Traffic Control
  • WHS Management
  • AIP Accredited
  • AS 1 Licensing (Asbestos)
  • Demolition Licence

Rated 5 stars

See What Our Clients Are Saying About Our Service and Pricing

For over 25 years, CMS Contracting has been delivering safe, high-quality excavation, demolition, and civil works across Greater Sydney, earning us a 5 star rating.

Their communication was superb

They explained the process clearly, and worked efficiently while maintaining a clean and safe job site. It was obvious they had a lot of experience with residential jobs.

Damien Pants

Everything ran smoothly

CMS did a challenging pool excavation through rock at our place in Palm Beach, and they did a brilliant job. Easy to deal with, and clearly knew what they were doing.

Lachie K.

They were incredibly professional

Would recommend them to anyone looking for Sydney excavation services, or any civil services. Whether is pipe laying or hard stand work they will deliver the highest quality finish.

Will Freeman

Went above and beyond

They handled asbestos and hazardous waste removal with an incredible level of care and professionalism. It’s rare to find a company that takes such pride in their work.

Sacre Raymond

Very upfront and energetic

Very effective within the civil pit and pipe scene as well as across demolition. I think there is no one better at Sydney excavation services or any broad civil matters.

Ben Manning

On time and on budget

Ive dealt with the CMS Team for many years across two family generations. The team have provided excellent service and have never shied away from going the extra mile.

Mark Johnston

Our Work

Projects Across Greater Sydney & Beyond

From harbourside demolitions to regional civil works — a snapshot of what we’ve delivered. Want to see more examples? Reach out to us.

  • The Australian Golf Club

    In 2018, CMS was engaged by Carfax Commercial Constructions to carry out the demolition of the existing pro-shop as well as detailed earth and civil works for a new driving…

  • VISY Recycling Facility

    CMS Plant Hire was engaged by VISY to carry out the civil works for the installation of a new plastic bottle recycling facility.

  • Telopea Carpark

    In 2016, CMS were engaged by Rapid Constructions to carry out civil works for Housing NSW to create a new carpark.