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.  

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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.  

Some of our projects using next level technology

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.

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CAREERS IN ENGINEERING

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Careers at Wates

M&E Project Engineer

Location: Wembley

Job Type: Operational

Application Deadline: 19-11-2024

Wates Group are looking for a M&E Project Engineer to join our Residential team in London.Residential 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 M&E Project Engineer will provide technical support and assistance to the design, commercial and construction delivery teams on residential development projects from pre-construction to completion with emphasis on the build phase, supporting the wider team in the successful delivery of the project.To develop strong relationships with customers, be a positive representative of the Residential team and communicate with our clients and key stakeholders.ABOUT THE ROLEAs our M&E Project Engineer, you will: Assist the planning team with advice on all MEPH design, installation and commissioning activities for inclusion in the development of project programmes. Conduct site inspections, monitor all aspects of MEPH installation and commissioning. Communicate on progress and contribute to reports on adherence to timelines and quality, raising any issues that arise. Oversee all aspects of the installation of mechanical, electrical, and public health systems for the project to ensure smooth project execution, compliance with regulations, and the highest standards of quality.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 8% 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. (c.7000 training sessions delivered year to date across the WATES Group) Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.

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