In 2010 Wates Group was named Major Contractor of the Year by Building magazine for the second year running and shortlisted again in 2011 The Wates Group was also awarded Sustainable Contractor of the Year and Sustainability Champion of the Year in 2009 Uncompromising focus on customers and total commitment to safe delivery are the hallmarks of our business True collaboration with our customers, consultants and supply chain partners means we deliver quality projects on time, on budget That's why we are focused on becoming the first UK contractor to deliver for customers on time, on budget, every time