Design

Help us to shape a better future by influencing, guiding, and managing the design process from start to finish. As part of our Design team, we’ll make sure your career thrives.

People thrive at Wates

It’s all about you…

You could have design experience, be looking for a career change, or be returning to work after a break. Above all, you need the right attributes to succeed in our Design team.

We’re looking for inquisitive people, who are great problem solvers, and able to think laterally. Someone who is good at interacting with and managing people, both internally and externally. Perhaps the key thing to remember is that we don’t author design, we shape it. That means our ability to influence what someone else does with a pen is vital.

In terms of transferrable skills, the most important are to be analytical and creative. If you have a creative background, you’ll fit in very well.

No better place to develop your career

Join the best in the business…

We’re innovative, agile, and entrepreneurial. We also know what we’re good at. As part of our Design team, you’ll play a key role in helping to create the thriving places of tomorrow. You’ll get to work on a huge range of projects too, in terms of building typology, complexity, geography, and scale. The variety we can offer you is unrivalled.

There are a range of roles in terms of a career path and a job family within Design. If you come in as a trainee, or assistant, you’ll join a team contributing and learning with others on a smaller project. As you progress, the opportunities and challenges increase. You’ll be expected to focus more on leadership strategy and contribute to the direction of the business you work in too.

At Wates, you’ll get every opportunity to develop your career in a timely fashion. We like to make the most of our in-house talent and promote from within. If we believe that someone is 80% ready for the next step, we’ll progress them.

Careers in design

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Project Manager

Location: Warwick

Job Type: Operational

Application Deadline: 17-02-2026

Here at WPS we have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our WPS Housing Maintenance team in the Leamington Spa area. The project you will be tasked with managing is a High-rise Project in the Warwickshire area for one of our new social housing providers, so it is imperative you have experience in this. The primary focus of this role will be to provide visible leadership and direction along with foresight and insight in the safe and profitable delivery of schemes to Wates. Key Accountabilities will include: Develop and implement detailed programmes using ASTA Power project and schedules which allow accurate monitoring and reporting of progress. Lead the PCSA all the way to construction with all the relevant disciplines and maintain the client’s expectations. Building safety act knowledge/ experience is desirable. Drawing up construction phase safety plans and ensuring the safe delivery set out within each plan. Experience of delivering works under a JCT D&B contract is beneficial. Identify the quality expectations and embrace these in the Quality Plan and ensuring the golden thread is always upheld. Implement all statutory regulatory and company requirements for managing Health and Safety. Secure and manage the appropriate resources to deliver the project / scheme effectively and efficiently in a professional manner to ensure successful delivery within project constraints. Ensure there is a successful and smooth handover of the project, including support to customer/ end user throughout the handover process. Establish a communications plan and agree accountabilities for team members. We are looking for a qualified, experienced, and professional Project Manager from a property services/construction background who has experience of high-rise complex Projects.

Electrician

Location: Redditch

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 16-02-2026

WPS are looking to recruit a qualified Electrician to join our Responsive Maintenance team, working in partnership with a long‑standing social housing client. This is a permanent role offering stable work, excellent support, and the opportunity to work within a well-established, resident-focused environment.The RoleYou will be responsible for carrying out a range of responsive and planned electrical works within occupied social housing and domestic properties, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of customer care.Typical duties include: Electrical repairs, maintenance, and fault finding Electrical testing, inspections, and remedial works Working in residents’ homes with professionalism and respect Completing job paperwork and using handheld devices where required Ensuring compliance with current regulations and Health & Safety standardsEssential Requirements Full UK Driving Licence NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) 18th Edition Wiring Regulations 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent) Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Strong customer service and communication skillsDesirable Experience Previous experience working within social housing or domestic properties Experience in a responsive maintenance environment Familiarity with working in occupied homesGiven 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

Multi Skilled/Joiner

Location: Skelmersdale

Job Type: Trades and Labour

Application Deadline: 16-02-2026

WPS are looking for a skilled and reliable Joiner / Multi-Trade Operative to join our responsive maintenance team working across social housing properties in the Skelmersdale area.🔧 Key Responsibilities Carry out joinery and multi-trade repairs in occupied and void properties Deliver high-quality maintenance works in line with health and safety standards Respond to urgent repair requests and complete scheduled tasks efficiently Work independently and as part of a team to meet service targets👷 Requirements NVQ Level 2 in Joinery or relevant trade Proven experience in responsive maintenance within social housing Full UK driving licence Ability to work across multiple trades (e.g., basic plumbing, tiling, patch plastering)🌟 Desirable Strong customer service skills and a professional approach Familiarity with handheld devices and job management systemsGiven 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

Plumber

Location: Redditch

Job Type: Trades and Labour

Application Deadline: 16-02-2026

WPS are currently looking for a qualified Plumber to join a busy Social Housing Maintenance team covering the Redditch area. This role involves working in occupied properties, delivering high‑quality repairs and maintenance while providing excellent customer service to residents.The Role Carrying out reactive and planned plumbing maintenance Working within social housing and domestic properties Diagnosing and repairing plumbing faults efficiently Liaising directly with tenants and site teams in a professional manner Completing job reports and complying with health & safety standardsEssential Requirements Full UK Driving Licence NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing (or equivalent) Experience working in domestic or social housing environments Strong communication and customer‑facing skills Ability to work independently and manage your own workloadGiven 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