Offsite
Improving productivity, efficiency and quality.
Prism is our award-winning offsite manufacturing facility in Coventry. Here we realise the benefits of prefabrication, modularisation, offsite construction and integrated build solutions across a wide range of industry sectors.
Our offsite capability allows us to deliver projects faster, more safely and to a higher standard. As an integrated part of our business, Prism is key to delivering the offsite manufacturing strategy for all our Mechanical and electrical solutions.
delivering projects via the Government’s £3bn procurement framework
new schools built using modern methods of construction (MMC)
![Sustainable, offsite manufacturing at our purpose built facility](https://www.wates.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/R_200130_N33_medium_deep-375x205.jpg)
MMC AND OUR NET ZERO JOURNEY
The benefits
Our investment in offsite manufacturing through our dedicated Prism facility in Coventry, demonstrates our long-term commitment to MMC.
Sustainability, energy performance and environmental impact are more important than ever as we seek to become a net zero organisation. MMC offers faster construction, predictable delivery timescales, fewer defects, consistent quality and less energy use and waste. It also helps with whole-life carbon reduction.
![We can create mechanical, electrical and plumbing assemblies as well as complex architectural designs offsite](https://www.wates.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Braywick-Leisure-Centre-construction-wates7-375x300.jpg)
Technical solutions to complex challenges
Recent advances in manufacturing mean we can now prefabricate and preassemble 80% of all mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) products offsite, as well as building components.
Examples include
- Curved modular solutions for more challenging architectural buildings
- MEP multi-serviced low or high-level modules
- Packaged plantroom solutions
- Plant skids
- Prefabricated risers
- Service riser/utility cupboard solutions
![Using innovative offsite manufacturing techniques on our private sector projects](https://www.wates.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/R_210127_N56_hires-375x250.jpg)
Award winning MMC
Our work on the Lostock Sustainable Energy Plant in Cheshire, a project where MMC techniques as well as virtual reality were employed, was a recent recipient of the MMC Award at the Northwest Construction Awards.
The project was built entirely offsite, delivering a low carbon footprint and saving 19,000 working hours compared to more traditional construction methods. We also recruited local labour, through an offsite hub ten miles from the site.
![Using innovative offsite manufacturing techniques on our private sector projects](https://www.wates.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/R_210127_N56_hires-375x250.jpg)
Look at what we can build using off-site manufacturing
![Offsite modular housing construction used on a development in Cardiff](https://www.wates.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/531132_N14_hires_1920-375x281.jpg)
MMC in housebuilding
MMC is being increasingly used in housebuilding, where offsite and modular manufacturing is maximising both material and human resources and dramatically reducing the duration of projects.
Read more about our use of MMC on our modular housebuilding project in Cardiff.
![Offsite modular housing construction used on a development in Cardiff](https://www.wates.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/531132_N14_hires_1920-375x281.jpg)
![Award winning offsite electrical and mechanical engineering](https://www.wates.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/R_210127_N41_medium_shallow-375x146.jpg)
Awards and accreditations
- Winners at the Offsite Awards five years in succession
- BSi accredited to international environmental standard ISO 14001:2015
- Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody Certification for all timber used in our products.
CAREERS IN CONSTRUCTION
Want to be part of our team?
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Site Adminstrator
Location: Wembley
Job Type: Clerical & Administration
Application Deadline: 05-08-2024
Wates Group have a new opportunity for a Site Administrator to join our Residential team in Wembley, London. Wates 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, such as Homes England.We are looking for a dedicated and efficient Site Administrator to manage our site operations and ensure smooth day-to-day activities. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and exceptional organisational abilities.As our Site Administrator, you will: Act as the first point of contact for all levels of internal staff, external contractors, suppliers and visitors either face to face or by telephone. Assist the team in maintaining and updating records and files. Opening and reading mail and taking relevant actions where appropriate and answering the telephone and dealing with routine enquiries. Co-ordinating and managing the diary of the team if required.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme 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.
Site Manager
Location: Barking
Job Type: Operational
Application Deadline: 05-08-2024
Wates Residential are looking for a Site Manager to join our London region in Barking. Wates 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, such as Homes England.If you are Site Manager 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 ROLEOur Site Managers are a valuable part of our business, driving quality outcomes and achieving the highest standards of safety, health, and environmental controls. Site Manager work collaboratively with our Project Managers to ensure the completion of the project to the highest standard.As our Site Manager you will: Maintain accurate site record, daily diaries and weekly progress reports. Review design drawings for build-ability and co-ordination. Manage the flow of sub-contractors design information as delegated by the Project Manager to suit the programme of works on site. Assist the Project Manager and or Design Manager to produce and monitor the MIRS. Agree sub-contractors long term and short term programme and monitor performance against these programmes. Monitor and understand position against contract programme, discuss and agree recovery programmes with the Project ManagerWHAT 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.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/
Site Secretary – Fixed Term Contract
Location: London NW1
Job Type: Clerical & Administration
Application Deadline: 05-08-2024
Wates are looking for a Site Secretary to join our London Construction team on a an iconic project in the heart of the City.If you are passionate about supporting our onsite teams 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.ABOUT THE ROLEOur Site Secretaries are a valuable part of our onsite teams, delivering site office coordination and administrative duties at project level, to assist in the smooth and efficient running of the site office. This role is key to the smooth and efficient running of our project sites.As our Site Secretary you will: Provide full support to the project team with all engineering functions including requirements from site-based teams Undertake all administrative activities to ensure efficient operation of the project works Carry out a quality control role of auditing, maintaining and training to ensure the teams are compliant with company standards and procedure across all projects and sites Support the team in ensuring Health and Safety standards are met or exceededWHAT 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… 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 WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/
Sustainability Manager
Location: Newbury
Job Type: SHEQ
Application Deadline: 05-08-2024
Wates are looking for a Sustainability Manager to join our construction team in the Southern region focussing on supporting the region to deliver the Wates Group sustainability targets and deliver high profile, technically complex projects across multiple sectors.If you are passionate about the construction industry with proven skills and 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 Sustainability Managers are a valuable part of our business, driving improvements in resource efficiency, carbon reduction and increasing biodiversity whilst achieving the highest standards of safety, health, and environmental controls. Our Sustainability Managers work collaboratively with our regional Senior Leadership teams and Project Managers to ensure the sustainability requirements of our clients are met to the highest standards.As Our Sustainability Manager You Will Spearhead sustainability initiatives across the Southern region, reporting directly to the Sustainability Business Partner. Provide expert guidance on sustainability and environmental practices for projects and bid submissions, ensuring alignment with group ESG targets and commitments. Drive the achievement of sustainability and environmental targets throughout project lifecycles, from preconstruction to construction phases. Establish and implement environmental best practices according to industry standards (ISO 14001, BREEAM, Well, NABERS, PAS 2080 or similar), collaborating closely with design, procurement, delivery, and customer teams, while managing external environmental consultants and providing regular performance tracking and improvement initiatives. Additionally, engage supply chain partners to align with Wates' sustainability strategy and conduct training sessions to enhance regional staff's sustainability and environmental awareness.What We Offer Competitive salary & bonus 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… 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 WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/
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