The Wates Group was established in 1897 and is one of the leading privately-owned, construction, development and property services companies in the UK. We employ almost 4,000 people, working with a range of clients and partners from across the public and private sectors.
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Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7SW, GB
We would like to wish Will all the very best over the next two weeks as he faces into his next big competition in Paris, which starts today. We’ve been sponsoring Will since 2018, and this has seen him achieve a silver medal in Tokyo back in 2021, and most recently a gold medal at the European Championships. Will is now ready to go for the gold in Paris with his first match on Thursday 29 August. Good luck Will, as ever, we are right behind you!
Wates Group thanks for the support
Hadlow Rural Community School relied on the college next door to supply meals for its 420 students, until our fit-out and refurbishment team were appointed to deliver a brand-new kitchen. Our team carried out structural works to create a kitchen space, fully equipped with catering and plant machinery, in just four months whilst the school remained open. The kitchen install required meticulous design to ensure all the space was optimised and the equipment was able to fit within the small area. Work included the removal of existing walls, new flooring and ceilings. Learn more about the project which has enabled the school to prepare all meals on site: https://lnkd.in/e6G5xDPx #fitout #refurbishment #education
We have an exciting opportunity for a Central Design Director to join our Residential team. As a developer contractor, Wates Residential invests, develops, builds, and sells quality affordable homes through contracting and partnerships. In this role, you will lead on developing and delivering a strategic Design vision for our growing Residential business, collaborating with teams to integrate sustainability, modern construction methods, and digital innovation into our projects. As our Central Design Director, your focus will be on the early stages of our development projects to drive value and create business improvement. The role holder will also maintain and improve processes & procedures in the design function. Learn more about these roles and apply today: https://lnkd.in/e3hyFYZH #DesignLeadership #ResidentialDesign #Housing #Sustainability #CareerOpportunity #Hiring
Good luck to everyone receiving their GCSE results today! If today has got you thinking about the future, why not build it with us? Here at Wates, we offer some amazing apprenticeship opportunities for school leavers: kickstart your career in the built environment and get paid while you study. Register your interest for apprenticeship opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/eg6JkXHB and keep an eye out for applications opening in October. #GCSEResults #Careers #JoinUs
We are thrilled to have won a Silver Shared Value Award in recognition of our commitment to helping those facing homelessness find hope, security, and a better future alongside Oasis Community Housing. At Wates, social value is at the core of everything we do. Partnering with this incredible charity not only allows us to make a tangible impact in the communities where we operate but also engages our staff in a meaningful way that brings our values to life. This partnership helps us live out our social responsibility as a business that truly cares about making a difference in people’s lives. We are proud to support Oasis Community Housing in their vital work. Find out more about how you can get involved: https://lnkd.in/exPdiu2E #SocialValue #CommunityImpact #SharedValueAward #SocialResponsibility
We're looking for a Regional Design Director to join our Residential team in Wales. As a developer contractor, Wates Residential invests, develops, builds, and sells quality affordable homes through contracting and partnerships. In this role you will be an active member of the regional board and Senior Leadership team, and will be responsible for delivering design activities and contributing to strategic planning, business decisions and overall performance of the business region. You will drive the development and continuous improvement of the design management and lead a high performing and inclusive design team. Find out more about this opportunity and apply today: https://lnkd.in/e9DtwyjB #careers #designjobs #residential #Wales
We've been shortlisted in two categories at this year's Property Week's ESG Edge awards! • Outstanding Carbon Reduction Initiative Award - Winnall Flats: We were chosen by Winchester City Council to build high-quality, sustainable social housing in Winnall, with the multi-storey residential blocks being the first to achieve the PHI Low Energy Building Standard using a light gauge steel frame (LGSF) construction system in the UK. • Education and Awareness Initiative Award - Wates Beacon Programme: The Wates Beacon Programme is an 11-week bespoke work experience scheme that was piloted at St John Bosco College in Wandsworth. The programme was created to develop students' transferable skills and a positive attitude to employment. Of 150 students, a third were inspired to pursue careers in the built environment. Congratulations to our residential teams and good luck to all the finalists. #propertyweek #ESG #awards
Good luck to everyone receiving A Level Results today! If you’re wondering what to do next, why not consider something a bit different for the next stage of your education? At Wates, we have some fantastic early career opportunities and apprenticeship schemes available – and we’re always looking for young people keen to develop a career in the built environment and work with us on our continued mission to build places where people and planet can thrive. Find out more and register your interest: https://lnkd.in/eUR3KuP9 #ALevelResults #Careers #JoinUs
We were thrilled to welcome Jonny Wates, Director, Wates Group to the AESC UK site on Friday, 26 July. Jonny's visit was a perfect blend of innovation and sustainability. The day began with an informative presentation on our site’s latest progress, followed by a visit to our beehives, where Bee Sustainable Ltd. gave an insightful talk about the importance of bees and our ongoing sustainability efforts. The highlight of the visit was a comprehensive tour of the AESC UK gigafactory, showcasing our cutting-edge technology and commitment to driving the future of energy storage. We are proud to share our journey with visionary leaders like Jonny Wates and look forward to continuing our work towards a sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/eHuR7qdm #Sustainability #Innovation #WatesFamily #BeeSustainable
Fantastic day presenting to the children at Fixby Juniors and Infants in Huddersfield, close to one of our major projects in Halifax. We presented to the year 6’s, giving them an insight into the world of construction. The children interviewed us and our client, Lloyds Banking Group, about our roles and asked some very interesting questions! Hopefully we will see some of them in the future working within our dynamic industries. Thanks to our client Lloyds Banking Group for working in partnership with us to support this wonderful school. https://lnkd.in/enTmmwGq #nextgeneration #future #fixbyschool #lloydsbankinggroup #inspiration #construction #earlycareers