We prioritise employment and training opportunities within the communities we work in, helping to support inclusive growth and long-term prosperity through:

• Local recruitment
• Apprenticeships and trainee programmes
• Upskilling and career development
• Work placements for young people
• Supporting pathways into the construction and engineering sectors

We help build careers – not just buildings.

A core part of our social value strategy is ensuring the economic benefits of our projects stay within the local area. We actively seek to work with local subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers, supporting regional businesses and contributing to the health of the local economy.

Our approach includes:

• Prioritising local SMEs for subcontracted works
• Procuring materials and services from businesses within the region
• Building long-term relationships with trusted local supply chains
• Encouraging new entrants and smaller firms to access opportunities
• Holding pre-start and meet-the-buyer events where appropriate

By choosing local partners wherever possible, we:

• Reduce transport-related carbon emissions
• Create jobs and reinvest spending within communities
• Strengthen local industry capability and resilience
• Support inclusive economic growth across the regions we work in

Local procurement isn’t just good practice – it’s central to how we deliver social value.

By working closely with housing associations, local authorities, community partners, and educational organisations, we ensure our projects:

• Support local employment strategies
• Encourage community participation
• Provide learning and engagement opportunities
• Strengthen relationships between stakeholders

We don’t just partner on a project – relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

The homes, systems, and environments we deliver play a vital role in people’s daily lives. Through thoughtful design and responsible delivery, we aim to:

• Improve comfort and wellbeing
• Reduce household energy costs
• Enhance safety and accessibility
• Create warm, efficient, long-lasting homes
• Support the stability and growth of communities

Good construction contributes to a better quality of life – both now and in the future.

We actively aim to support and engage with local groups and community programmes by providing

• Volunteering and fundraising support
• Contributions to local charities
• Enhancements to neighbourhood environments
• Sponsorship of youth, sports, and educational initiatives
• Resident engagement sessions throughout project delivery

We know it’s not just the short-term stuff – small actions make a meaningful impact.

Every project we deliver is an opportunity to leave a positive legacy.

We measure success not only by the quality of our work, but by the strength of the communities we support.

Social value is not a checkbox – it’s our commitment to people.