Reimagining places for people to thrive.
We are Wates, the UK’s leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance company. Founded over 125 years ago, we know about the built environment. We partner with a wide range of public and private sector customers and partners to create the places, communities and businesses of tomorrow.
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Reimagining places for people to thrive
Now in our fourth generation of family ownership, we are committed to the long-term sustainability of the built environment and to making our industry more inclusive and representative of the communities we work in.
Our goals are to be more sustainable, trusted and progressive, and our people are driven by our behaviours of ‘we care’, ‘we are fair’, and ‘we look for a better way’.

Long term financial resilience
As a multi generational, family-owned business we are not driven by short term shareholder demands, but by decisions which are in the long term interest of the business.
Our owners, the Wates Family, are committed to handing over to the next generation, an even stronger, more sustainable business. This approach drives all our investment decisions and allows us to achieve progressive earnings growth and to partner with customers to deliver products and services that offer the best value for money possible.

Health and safety
Our safety strategy: Zero Harm: We’re Safer Together, has produced better results every year since it was first introduced in 2016.
It is aimed at eliminating physical and psychological harm entirely from all our workplaces. In 2022, we led the industry across all key health and safety metrics, while continuing to search for new ways to make us even safer still.

Quality
We are committed to eliminating the practical and economic impacts of any quality failures from each of our businesses, while also achieving full compliance with all relevant regulatory and legislative standards.
Our commitment to quality across the industry was demonstrated through our role in helping draft the Government’s Construction Playbook best practice guide in 2022.

Inclusion and diversity
Our ambition is to have a more diverse workforce and to be recognised as a leader in promoting diversity and inclusion in our own business and in the wider industry.
We are developing a more inclusive culture by establishing clear, non-negotiable expectations about colleagues’ behaviour and language.
We have developed award-winning inclusivity programmes to help change our culture, and we are always looking to build on that work further.

Environment
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon company and we’re working to eliminate Scope 1 and 2 carbon and waste from our business operations.
We are also collaborating with customers and suppliers to achieve reductions in Scope 3 emissions in response to rapidly developing customer demands as the net zero agenda becomes ever more important.

Innovation
We have always looked for new and better ways of meeting our customers’ needs and we are committed to developing and embracing the best new ideas that generate value and help us to tackle shared challenges.
Whether we’re cutting operating costs with optimised construction or saving energy with Passivhaus technology, we can connect you with the right answers.
Latest career opportunities

Contract Manager
Location: Hammersmith
Job Type: Commercial
Application Deadline: 10-10-2025
🌟 Join WPS as a Contract Manager – Living Space South Maintenance 🌟📍 Location: Hammersmith💼 Type: Full-Time, Permanent💰 Salary: Competitive Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering high-quality maintenance services? WPS is looking for a Contract Manager to oversee our Living Space South Maintenance division, managing a diverse portfolio including DTD, Voids, Planned and Disrepair workstreams with a turnover between £2m–£12m per annum. 🔧 What You’ll Be Doing Lead and develop a high-performing team of supervisors, engineers, planners, and administrators. Ensure profitable delivery of contracts while maintaining top-tier health & safety and service standards. Drive operational excellence through effective resource management, performance reporting, and client engagement. Collaborate with commercial and business development teams to identify growth opportunities. Champion SHEQ standards and foster a culture of continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. 📈 Key Responsibilities Daily management of service operations and contract delivery. Financial oversight including operating and capital budgets. Staff onboarding, performance reviews, and leadership development. Client liaison, complaint resolution, and KPI achievement. Monthly reporting and contribution to strategic planning. 🎯 What We’re Looking For Qualifications: HNC (or equivalent) in Construction, SMSTS/IOSH. Experience: Minimum 3 years leading a successful unit in construction or social housing. Skills: Strong leadership, financial acumen, excellent communication, and project management. Knowledge: Housing maintenance legislation, KPI management, contract mobilisation, and SHEQ awareness. 🚀 Why Join WPS? Be part of a forward-thinking team with opportunities for career progression to Operations Manager, Operations Director, or Regional Director. Make a real impact in the housing maintenance sector. Work in a supportive, collaborative, and empowering environment.Ready to take the next step in your career?Apply now and help us shape the future of maintenance services at WPS! ✨Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Contract Supervisor
Location: Hammersmith
Job Type: Commercial
Application Deadline: 24-10-2025
🌟 Contract Supervisor – Full Time, Permanent📍 Location: Hammersmith💰 Salary: Competitive Are you ready to lead with purpose and drive operational excellence? WPS is seeking a Contract Supervisor to join our dynamic team in Hammersmith. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.🔧 About the RoleAs a Contract Supervisor, you’ll support the Project Lead and manage a team of administrators, operatives, and subcontractors. You’ll ensure service delivery across Voids, Disrepair, Day-to-Day Repairs, and Planned Works, maintaining high standards and customer satisfaction. You’ll also step up to lead the contract when needed.🗂️ Key Responsibilities Oversee daily operations and resource optimisation Ensure timely completion of work orders and KPI targets Manage and support workforce and subcontractors Conduct inspections, quality checks, and performance reviews Lead toolbox talks, team meetings, and client communications Investigate complaints and support continuous improvement Maintain health & safety standards and compliance🎓 What We’re Looking ForKnowledge & Experience: Housing maintenance legislation and best practices Site management and planned works experience Strong commercial awareness and KPI understandingQualifications: Trade-related qualification SSSTS, Asbestos Awareness, Scaffold InspectionsSkills: Leadership and team motivation Effective communication and problem-solving Strong IT and reporting skillsBehaviours: Supportive, assertive, and organised Results-driven with a strong work ethic Excellent timekeeping and initiative🚀 Why Join WPS? Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team Opportunity for career progression to Senior Supervisor or Operations Manager Make a meaningful impact in your communityReady to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become a key player in delivering excellence at WPS! 💼✨Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Site Manager
Location: Redditch
Job Type: Operational
Application Deadline: 10-10-2025
WPS are seeking an experienced Site Manager to join our planned team, working in partnership with a long-standing social housing provider. This role will focus primarily on kitchen and bathroom (K&B) refurbishment works across occupied properties.🔧 Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day site operations for planned K&B works. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. Liaise with tenants, subcontractors, and client representatives to maintain strong working relationships. Monitor health & safety compliance and carry out regular site inspections. Manage site documentation, progress reports, and snagging lists.👤 Ideal Candidate Proven experience as a Site Manager in social housing environments. Strong background in kitchen and bathroom refurbishments. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain programme targets. SMSTS, First Aid, and CSCS qualifications desirable.🤝 Why Join Us? Be part of a collaborative team delivering meaningful improvements to tenants’ homes. Work with a trusted social housing partner with a strong reputation. Opportunities for career development and training.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Site Manager
Location: Milton Keynes
Job Type: Operational
Application Deadline: 10-10-2025
WPS are seeking an experienced Site Manager to join our planned team, working in partnership with a long-standing social housing provider. This role will focus primarily on kitchen and bathroom (K&B) refurbishment works across occupied properties.🔧 Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day site operations for planned K&B works. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. Liaise with tenants, subcontractors, and client representatives to maintain strong working relationships. Monitor health & safety compliance and carry out regular site inspections. Manage site documentation, progress reports, and snagging lists.👤 Ideal Candidate Proven experience as a Site Manager in social housing environments. Strong background in kitchen and bathroom refurbishments. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain programme targets. SMSTS, First Aid, and CSCS qualifications desirable.🤝 Why Join Us? Be part of a collaborative team delivering meaningful improvements to tenants’ homes. Work with a trusted social housing partner with a strong reputation. Opportunities for career development and training.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
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