Established in 1999. New ownership in 2024. Same commitment to quality, communication and dependable delivery — now backed by modern systems and a clear vision for growth.
Established in 1999, Davnic Excavations has built a strong reputation as one of Victoria's trusted providers of retaining wall construction, excavation and civil works.
Over more than 25 years, the business has delivered projects for homeowners, builders, developers, commercial contractors and some of Australia's largest infrastructure organisations — including Lendlease, John Holland, ADCO and Civilex.
In 2024, Davnic Excavations entered an exciting new chapter with new ownership, renewed leadership and a clear vision for the future. While the foundations of the business remain the same — quality workmanship, strong relationships and dependable service — the new management team has invested heavily in systems, technology, operational excellence and innovative project delivery.
Today, Davnic Excavations combines decades of practical experience with modern thinking, improved project management systems and a customer-first approach that positions the business for long-term growth.
We are proud to be one of the few businesses in Victoria with the capability to successfully deliver both residential and civil construction projects. Whether we're building a retaining wall in a difficult-access backyard, supporting a major subdivision, delivering civil earthworks or providing rock drilling solutions — our focus remains the same:
Deliver quality work, communicate clearly and leave every project better than we found it.
A track record built project by project, client by client, since 1999.
One of very few Victorian businesses with proven capability across both sectors.
Since 2024 — technology-driven project management, modern systems and a customer-first approach.
Specialist machinery and experienced operators for tight sites, hard rock and restricted access.
WorkSafe compliant on every site. White Card certified personnel. Safety is non-negotiable.
Metro Melbourne, Yarra Valley, Gippsland and Regional Victoria. We travel for the right project.
Based in Melbourne's East, Davnic Excavations regularly delivers projects across Melbourne Metropolitan, the Yarra Valley, Gippsland and Regional Victoria.
Eastern, South Eastern, Northern, Western and Inner Melbourne suburbs.
Lilydale, Mount Evelyn, Mooroolbark, Croydon, Chirnside Park, Wandin, Seville, Healesville.
Moe, Morwell, Warragul, Traralgon and surrounds.
Bendigo, Bacchus Marsh and other regional locations for the right project.
Davnic Excavations has extensive experience across a diverse range of sectors. A selection of our project history:
John Holland — Ringwood Railway Station Upgrade. Peninsula Link Bypass Works.
Australand Development — West Meadows. Multiple major residential subdivision projects.
Bunnings retaining wall projects. Large commercial retaining wall installations across Melbourne.
Croydon Hills Primary School. Hawthorn Football Club civil and infrastructure works.
Community recovery retaining wall and civil projects following natural disaster events.
Site cuts, drainage, road works, stormwater systems and bulk earthworks across Victoria.