
Our Story
Founded in 1997 by Mick Shanahan and Gerry McConville both originally from Ireland, Clifton Formwork (Vic) has grown into a leading civil contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions in the infrastructure sector. Specializing in formwork, reinforcement and concrete placement (FRP), Clifton Formwork (Vic) has become a trusted partner for many major infrastructure projects across the Melbourne and Victoria region.
Over the past 25 years plus our reputation has been built on delivering many successful projects and have gained experience in various sectors in the construction industry including:
Bridges
Tunnels
Road
Rail
Water
Marine
Founded in 1997 by Mick Shanahan and Gerry McConville both originally from Ireland, Clifton Formwork (Vic) has grown into a leading civil contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions in the infrastructure sector. Specializing in formwork, reinforcement and concrete placement (FRP), Clifton Formwork (Vic) has become a trusted partner for many major infrastructure projects across the Melbourne and Victoria region.
Over the past 25 years plus our reputation has been built on delivering many successful projects and have gained experience in various sectors in the construction industry including:
Bridges
Tunnels
Road
Rail
Water
Marine
At Clifton Formwork (Vic) we take immense pride in our work, prioritizing the safe, efficient, cost-effective delivery of projects while maintaining the highest quality standards. This value-driven approach has enabled us to build strong client relationships and consistently secure repeat business opportunities. Our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do.
Our team consists of highly skilled project managers, engineers, in-house designers, and estimators, which gives Clifton Formwork (Vic) a competitive advantage over many of our competitors. With a diverse range of expertise and experience, we can offer tailored solutions to meet the unique requirements of each project. From initial planning to final delivery, we collaborate closely with our clients to ensure that their expectations are not only met but exceeded.
At Clifton Formwork (Vic) we take immense pride in our work, prioritizing the safe, efficient, cost-effective delivery of projects while maintaining the highest quality standards. This value-driven approach has enabled us to build strong client relationships and consistently secure repeat business opportunities. Our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do.
Our team consists of highly skilled project managers, engineers, in-house designers, and estimators, which gives Clifton Formwork (Vic) a competitive advantage over many of our competitors. With a diverse range of expertise and experience, we can offer tailored solutions to meet the unique requirements of each project. From initial planning to final delivery, we collaborate closely with our clients to ensure that their expectations are not only met but exceeded.
Why Partner with Us?
- Safety and Quality
- Personnel
- Collaboration
- Value Management


Prioritising the safety of all workers and individuals involved within the site working environment. We adhere to the highest industry standards and continually invest in employee training and equipment to maintain a safe work environment.
We are committed to completing all works to a high-quality standard in accordance with project specification and Australian standards.


Our team includes a workforce of over 200 skilled personnel with a proven track record on major projects throughout the Melbourne and Victoria region. We have the capability to scale our resources to meet the demands of large projects effectively.
Our experienced management team consists of project managers, engineers, estimators, designers and support staff who bring their wealth of knowledge to every project.
Our in-house design team can design and certify complex temporary work solutions for projects, ensuring safety and efficiency.


Commitment to providing a detailed, honest and transparent price during tender process. Collaboration with clients to determine most appropriate contract model based on past experiences.
Upholding integrity in all interactions by building and maintaining strong client relationships to meet project needs and expectations
Being flexible and adaptable to changing project requirements, timelines, and unexpected challenges while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and ethical conduct.


Developing value engineering solutions considering design specification, construction timelines, site conditions and the potential for re-usability.
Collaborating closely with suppliers and clients to develop innovative solutions and technology adoption to enhance program efficiencies and site productivities where possible.