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
Document Controller
Location: Swindon
Job Type: Clerical & Administration
Application Deadline: 25-11-2025
📢 We're Hiring: Document Controller📍 Location: Swindon📄 Specialism: Full lifecycle document control for cover lodgements and funding processes About the RoleAre you a detail-oriented Document Controller with hands-on experience using Dalux? We're looking for someone to take ownership of the entire document control process—from initial cover lodgements to securing project funding.As a Document Controller, you’ll be the central point for managing project information, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely distribution across the team.Key Responsibilities Maintain and manage all project documentation and records. Ensure compliance with design management procedures. Distribute controlled copies of documents and drawings. Check drawings for correct status and formatting. Liaise with designers and suppliers to resolve document-related queries. Train team members and suppliers on the drawing management system. Troubleshoot issues with document systems and peripherals. Provide guidance on document access and procedures. Use collaboration tools and document management systems to meet project needs. Act as administrator for collaboration tools if nominated.What You’ll BringKnowledge of: Contracts and documentation Environmental legislation Health & safety Risk management Life cycle cost principlesSkills: High attention to detail Strong organisational skills Team-oriented approachQualifications: No formal qualifications required-experience and capability are key!💼 Why Join Us?Be a key player in a high-impact project. Own the document control process from start to finish. Work with cutting-edge tools like Dalux in a collaborative environment.📩 Ready to Apply?If you're experienced, proactive, and ready to take control of project documentation, we’d love to hear from you!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
Mobile Engineer
Location: Woking
Job Type: Engineering
Application Deadline: 25-11-2025
🔧 Mobile Engineer (Electrical Bias) – Surrey/Berkshire Location: Mobile – Covering Surrey and BerkshireContract Type: Full-time, PermanentQualifications Required: 18th Edition (BS7671)Are you an experienced Mobile Engineer, specifically with an electrical bias, looking for your next challenge? WPS is seeking a skilled and motivated professional to join our FM team, delivering high-quality maintenance services across a portfolio of sites in the Surrey and Berkshire area.🔍 About the Role:As a Mobile Engineer, you’ll be responsible for: Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical systems and associated building services. Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs in a timely and efficient manner. Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures. Providing excellent customer service to clients and stakeholders.✅ What We’re Looking For: 18th Edition – essential. Proven experience in a similar mobile engineering role. Strong electrical fault-finding and maintenance skills. Full UK driving licence. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.🌟 What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing training and development opportunities. A supportive and inclusive working environment.Join a company that values its people and is committed to delivering excellence in facilities management.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
Project Manager
Location: London, South East
Job Type: Operational
Application Deadline: 18-11-2025
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager – Mechanical to join our team in Surrey.Within the group, SES Engineering Services (SES) is the UK’s pre-eminent design-led Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) provider. SES specialises in the design and installation of building services and infrastructure solutions covering all aspects of M&E. We collaborate with our clients to ensure their environments and spaces function just as they need them to. The drive for excellence and innovation is part of our DNA, underpinning our success and development as the partner of choice in the built environment.Reporting to the Operations Director, the role will require the successful candidate to provide direction and leadership to the delivery team. Taking responsibility for the delivery of excellent operational performance and managing both directly employed and subcontracted resources, ensuring they are managed and motivated to deliver cost effective, and high quality customer focused outputs and importantly zero harm.Key Accountabilities will include:Your main accountability is to have overall responsibility of the Building Services installation on your projects from first design through to Smart Landings.Your main challenges are to deliver a quality installation, in line with our client’s expectations, maximise the profitability by smart design and early selection driving our cost whilst maintaining our standards.A bit about you:You will be a qualified engineer who will drive the design, co-ordination, delivery and handover of all projects.To be successful in this role, you will have a proven track record in project management construction, particularly within the residential, commercial, Pharmaceutical, mixed use and office environments or similar related projects with values between £6-20 million. Ideally, you will have experience of demonstrating responsibility for full Contract Management at this level.A bit about us:Wates is one of the largest and most successful family-owned private construction, development and property services companies in the UK. Our vision is to become the most trusted partner in the built environment with an ambition to become a £2bn turnover business.As a progressive and rewarding business we offer our people the opportunity to grow their careers whilst working together to deliver the promises we make to our customers.Our company values of integrity, intelligence, performance, teamwork and respect for people, communities and the environment run through our business at every level and are at the heart of everything we do.The wellbeing and safety of our people is our priority, therefore creating a zero harm culture and encouraging a healthy work-life balance is important to us. Wates Group are a responsible and inclusive employer and are proud to have been recognized for this through accolades including C2E (Committed to Equality) and Investors in People (Gold).We value each employee as an individual and offer flexible and competitive packages to support that.What we offer Competitive salary Car allowance / company car Travel expenses covered Flexible working and hybrid options Private medical, pension (6% employer contribution), and wellness programmes Career progression through PDPs and PDRs Enhanced family leave benefits Supportive onboarding and team culture
Recruitment Administrator
Location: Liverpool
Job Type: Recruitment
Application Deadline: 25-11-2025
Are you an experienced Recruitment Administrator based in or near Knowsley?Join our WPS/Liberty recruitment team on a 12 month FTC contract. Add value in offering valuable service delivery to the wider business by maintaining accurate recruitment data for reporting and compliance, posting job adverts and ATS management, scheduling interviews, liaising with hiring managers and candidates, supporting pre-employment checks and offer documentation & coordinating onboarding logistics with HR and wider team/sYour roleBe responsible for supporting the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for candidates and hiring managers. The position is essential to the delivery of high quality talent acquisition services, from job posting to onboarding and coordinating all aspects of permanent, and temporary agency recruitment administration.What We Need from You. A good level of education Previous recruitment assistant/administrator experience along with good IT literacy including Excel, Outlook & Word The ability to coordinate, manage and balance multiple projects and meet deadlines, and provide an outstanding recruitment service to the Hiring Managers. If you are passionate about recruitment, this is the ideal job for you!Why Liberty?We’re a diverse, supportive team with a focus on personal development, wellbeing, and making a real difference in the communities we serve. Liberty offers you a chance to work with the best in the industry and continuously improve your skills while enjoying a rewarding career.
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