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We are Waterman, where every project and client matters.

Creativity is what we do, and our diverse team of engineering consultants and environmental specialists innovate every day to solve complex problems, creating a better environment for people and the planet.

We think differently, and we’re harnessing our collective expertise to deliver greener, healthier and well-connected communities, networks and built environments where people and businesses thrive.

Inspired by our collaborative culture, our multidiscipline team works together to deliver optimum solutions for projects of any scale. With international reach and local expertise, we work in harmony with project teams to unlock the potential of schemes across every sector, transforming our client’s visions into reality.

We are passionate about tackling the climate emergency, and we embed climate resilience in everything we do.

 

 

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“The Waterman team has been integral in helping us create and bring to life this truly exceptional scheme that pushes the boundaries of sustainable design.”

Maxwell Shand, Co-founder, YardNine
Edenica Project

Waterman strengthens Sustainability team with key hire

Reflecting continued growth in our sustainability project portfolio, Waterman has strengthened our national team with the addition of industry leader, James Barker, to support the delivery and expansion of our UK-wide Net Zero Sustainability services.

Joining us from Hydrock, carbon expert James Barker will shape the delivery of our sustainability services in the north from his base in our Leeds office. With over 10 years’ experience in the built environment industry, James brings particular expertise in whole life carbon assessments, building certifications, energy modelling, and overheating solutions. Specialising in helping clients and developments achieve their sustainability goals, his wide-ranging portfolio includes significant projects across the residential, commercial offices, industrial and hotel sectors. Notable highlights include James working with Travelodge to successfully align property acquisitions with their ESG goals, in addition to supporting schemes such as the Yorkshire Post redevelopment and Leonardo Buildings in Leeds, along with over two million sq ft of industrial warehouse units in Yorkshire.

Commenting on the appointment, Waterman’s Director for Sustainability, Dr Ankit Singh, said: “I’m thrilled to welcome James as Head of Sustainability for the north. He joins us at an exciting time as our Sustainability Services team continue to see UK-wide growth across the property and infrastructure markets. His appointment will ensure we continue to provide our clients with leading-edge design and consultancy services across the whole asset lifecycle, and I’m sure James will prove to be invaluable member of our team for many years to come.” 

To learn more about our Net Zero Sustainability Services team, discover the full range of services we offer, and to find out how we can support your upcoming projects, click here to head to our dedicated Sustainability webpage.

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“Waterman has consistently helped us innovate and stay ahead of the curve with lateral thinking and engineering approaches that have product, customer and commercial focus.”

Brett Wharton, Founder and CEO, Polestar

Featured Project

Siemens Gamesa Wind Turbine Blade Factory

This scheme will see Siemens Gamesa’s wind turbine blade manufacturing facility in Hull doubled in size through the addition of two new buildings, enabling the production of larger, more efficient blades. Covering 42,000 sqm, the new £82m units will accommodate the manufacture of next-generation offshore wind turbine blades, which will see this become the largest facility of its kind in the UK.

Having delivered structural and environmental consultancy services for the existing 36,000 sqm facility, completed in 2016, Waterman’s team once again teamed-up with contractor, VolkerFitzpatrick, to provide civil, structural, M&E, environmental and health and safety consultancy services for the new buildings.

Working closely with architects, Race Cottam Associates, our specialists delivered the structural design for the scheme. Ensuring the steelwork incorporated 40m clear spans with a working height of 18m and substantial load-bearing capability, the design was carefully considered to accommodate the gantry and console cranes utilised during the wind turbine blade manufacturing process.

Controlling internal environmental conditions is critical to allow Siemens Gamesa to produce turbine blades with a high degree of accuracy and consistency, and our mechanical and electrical team designed services for lighting, power, water, humidity control, ventilation and cooling for the new facility, in addition to upgrades and replacements of the mechanical services for the existing facility. With sustainability a key theme of the development, our designs focused on minimising waste whilst prioritising both energy and carbon efficiency.

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