Building
Technology

Using building information modelling and digital engineering to build for the future

Using technology, innovation and next level engineering to drive efficiency and sustainability.

Our modern approach to construction is driving change across the industry. By adopting technologies such as building information modelling (BIM), digital engineering and virtual reality into our projects we can improve our processes and create a better experience for customers and end users.

Using building performance engineering helps keep buildings cost effective and environmentally friendly

Building performance engineering

We help to transform your living and working environments, making them usable and comfortable with lower environmental impact. By minimising energy demands we can improve the experience of the occupants and drive down operating costs.

We also ensure that the internal environments within these spaces are positively contributing to people’s health and wellbeing.  


We use virtual reality to help design and develop our construction projects

INNOVATION, COLLABORATION AND CREATIVITY

Bringing a building to life

Digital engineering acts as the glue to our integrated approach, enabling us to use the virtual world to optimise what we build in the real world. It inspires innovation and creates a platform for our projects to become information rich, have a reduced environmental impact, and be delivered faster and safer as a result.

We use technology to help our customers envisage, develop and engage with their projects from the outset.


Using smart technology in buildings helps improve efficiency and performance

IMPROVING A BUILDING’S VALUE

Smart building technologies

Covering a broad range of principles, topics and technologies, we employ smart building technology to improve energy efficiency, optimise building performance and to provide an enhanced occupant experience. This helps to achieve net zero operational carbon buildings.

We are experts in the use of smart enabled products and devices that are carefully selected from technology partners to meet the customer’s bespoke requirements and budget. The result is a connected solution, engineered to your needs and able to integrate with any third-party application or software platform.  

Our Innovation Network connects our smart technology suppliers with our project customers

CONNECTING YOU WITH INNOVATIVE SUPPLIERS

Pushing sustainability further

Our in-house innovation network portal was setup to provide our customers with access to sustainable technology providers, all vetted and pre-approved by our experts.

This technology marketplace can help you on your journey to create truly inspiring net zero carbon buildings.

CAREERS IN ENGINEERING

Want to be part of our team?

Mobile Engineer

Location: Enfield

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 21-05-2024

Here at Wates, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Mobile Engineer to join our Facilities Management mobile team supporting our clients based in the London & Southeast region. Due to the nature of the role and managing multiple contracts travel will be required so flexibility is required. The main objective is for you to carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to HVAC plant, including Reactive Maintenance and extra works/emergencies in accordance with the contract requirements on Mechanical Services. Due to the nature of the works, we are exceptionally keen to speak to candidates with a strong background in mechanical & electrical works ABOUT YOU To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following: Knowledge of Heating & Air Conditioning Systems Previous FM experience managing multiple sites Strong Electrical & HVAC Experience Have previously worked as a mobile engineer 18th Edition C&G 2367 or 2357 (Electrical Installation) and NVQ level 3 in Electrical Installations or equivalent qualifications C&G 2391 (Test & Inspection cert preferred) What is important to us is your natural communication skills to deliver high levels of customer service at all times, your ability to effectively multi-task, work to tight deadlines and problem solve on the job; whilst always promoting health & safety excellence. ABOUT THE ROLE Key Accountabilities will include: Ensure all works are delivered in guidance of the legislation and contractual obligations Utilise CAFM/PDA technology for real time job updates, and provide detailed/comprehensive reports on works delivered To respond in a prompt and effective manner to all reactive maintenance issues and help desk requests associated with the heating and ventilation systems, pumps, water tanks, valves, pipe work and associated mechanical systems or items To respond to call outs and cover breakdowns and emergencies associated with the mechanical services aspects of the contract as required. In return, we offer a competitive salary, additional pay when on call, along with 22 days holiday, Pension benefits, life Insurance, and a flexible benefits scheme that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

Senior Building Services Manager

Location: Basingstoke

Job Type: Operational

Application Deadline: 17-05-2024

Wates Group are looking for a Senior Building Services Manager to join our Residential team in Basingstoke.The Residential business is a developer contractor; we invest, develop, build and sell quality affordable housing, either contracting or in a form of partnership with Local Authorities, Registered Providers and public bodies.The Senior Building Services Manager will provide technical support to the Development and Operations teams in delivering first class sustainable projects, help to develop strong relationships with customers, be a positive representative of the Residential team in all communication with our clients and key stakeholders.This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.ABOUT THE ROLEOur Building Services Managers are a valuable part of our business, driving quality outcomes.As our Senior Building Services Manager, you will: Review tender information for technical compliance, completeness and coordination and report findings to the team. Assist the commercial team by leading on MEPH related packages, reviewing and comparing tender returns Assist in the selection of MEPH consultants and sub-contractors and the negotiation and appointment of competent contractors and designers. Prepare the scopes of service and associated documents for the appointment of MEPH consultants and supply chain Support the design management teams and our clients in undertaking high quality reviews at each stage of the design development process to ensure deliverables are fully co-ordinated and buildable. Monitor and report on site progress to ensure alliance with the Construction Programme. Chairing and minuting M&E Progress Meetings. Liaison with Residential site team. Drive Zero harm and exemplary health, safety, wellbeing and environmental performance on assigned projects.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension with employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… One of the best learning and development programmes which is customizable to support your career progression goals. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 8 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/

Project Director

Location: Market Harborough

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 24-05-2024

PROJECT DIRECTOR – SES SES Engineering Services are looking for a Project Director to join our team working on a complex Mechanical and Electrical project in the East Midlands. If you are Project Director with proven technical skills looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry then join us and help to create tomorrow together. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team. ABOUT THE ROLE Our Project Directors are a valuable part of our business, the focus of this role will be to provide visible leadership, insight, direction and foresight in the safe and profitable delivery of schemes, while also providing excellent customer satisfaction and successfully develop a team. As our Project Director you will: Lead the project team and manage the supply chain to deliver projects to time, cost and quality targets and standards Ensure safety targets and standards are maintained by understanding what safety excellence looks like Foster a continuous improvement culture by actively seeking input from all members of the project team and encouraging them to implement safety improvements Lead, manage and deliver operational excellence and efficiency through appropriate use of leadership indicator health check reviews through the Bid, Pre-construction and Construction phases of the project WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 8 weeks fully paid paternity. To find out more about LIFE AT SES Engineering Services please click on the following link https://www.ses-ltd.co.uk/careers/working-at-ses/ We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all of the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group. If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies, discuss career opportunities in strict confidence or need anything to make our recruitment process easier, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team directly or via recruitment@wates.co.uk and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible. As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.

Standards Advisor

Location: London, South East, South West

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 31-05-2024

STANDARDS ADVISOR – SES SES Engineering Services are looking for a standards advisor to join our SES North team focussing on high profile, technically complex mechanical and electrical projects across multiple sectors across the Northern region. If you are passionate about the Quality and Standards aspects of Construction and are looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry then join us and help to create tomorrow together.This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.ABOUT THE ROLEOur Standards Advisors are a valuable part of our business, working as part of a team providing professional Quality support, advice and coaching to the business. You will engage with business units to deliver and promote the understanding and application and compliance with the SES Operating Framework.As our Standards Advisor you will: Contributes to the continuous certification to all subscribed Management Systems Standards To promote understanding and application of and compliance with SES Management Systems (the OF) To measure and report on compliance with company standards, targets and objectives To encourage best practice and consistent delivery excellence to support our drive to improve outcomes for our customers and shareholders To assist with the continual improvement of SES processes and procedures WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 8 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT SES Engineering Services please click on the following link https://www.ses-ltd.co.uk/careers/working-at-ses/We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all of the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group.If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies, discuss career opportunities in strict confidence or need anything to make our recruitment process easier, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team directly or via recruitment@wates.co.uk and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible.As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.Please note that candidates represented by Agencies will not be considered at this time.



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