


wates construction
Wates Construction specialises in maximising value by finding the most intelligent and creative ways to deliver outstanding buildings. With many years’ experience, we have developed a real understanding of our customers’ needs and have a proven track record in all our core markets: education, prisons, local authority frameworks, heritage, commercial and mixed-use developments.
As a UK-wide contractor, we offer national delivery through experienced, well-resourced local offices. And as part of a company with £1 billion turnover, we represent trusted financial security and stability in turbulent economic times.
- Proactive partnership. True collaboration with our customers, consultants and supply chain partners means we deliver quality projects on time, on budget.
- Focused sector expertise. Led by influential and knowledgeable experts who understand the needs of our customers.
- Early cost certainty. Plus capital and operational cost savings through effective and focused preconstruction expertise.
- Proven experience. We are experts in sustainability and in delivering highly complex buildings in live operational and constrained brownfield environments.
contractor of the year
Wates has been recognised as a leader in the construction industry, after being named Major Contractor of the Year while Paul Drechsler was named Chief Executive of the Year.
RoSPA gold medal
We have been awarded the RoSPA gold medal for health and safety achievement for the sixth successive year.
supporting communities
Wates is committed to supporting communities where we work and live and making a tangible difference to people’s lives in deprived areas. We have a number of programs designed to make a real difference.

