Above all, it's about people

major retail

For larger fit out projects, up to around £30m, Wates Retail offers customers peace of mind and confidence with a total service from start to finish.

  • Installation of all fixtures fittings and equipment can include external branding and cladding etc
  • Feasibility studies and design services - on and off site assembly options depending on site / requirements
  • Planned maintenance
  • Future proofing of the building  including upgrade to existing services to ensure compliance - Team of fully qualified and accredited BREEAM and Part L managers
  • Identifying value engineering opportunities to save on cost / increase productivity / lifetime value of products installed
  • Store planning
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John Lewis Partnership

 Client: John lewis partnership Project value:  £2.8m               Number of stores:...

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Marks and Spencer

Customer: Marks and Spencer PLC Relationship: 8 Years Projects: 172 Wates Retail is Marks & Spencer’s largest supplier in the UK and a leading delivery partner for the...

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.

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RoSPA gold medal

We have been awarded the RoSPA gold medal for health and safety achievement for the sixth successive year.

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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.

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financial stability

Wates is one of the most financially secure companies in the construction sector. We have significant liquidity, no reliance on external funding and no toxic assets.

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