Sustainability & Environment

McPhillips (Wellington) Limited is compliant with all environmental legislation relevant to its activities and is committed to reducing the impact of its operations through the integration of environmental best practice across the organisation. As a highly responsible business, McPhillips embraces the ethos of corporate social responsibility and works hard to have a positive influence on the communities in which it operates.

The company operates an environmental management system (EMS) certified to ISO14001:2015 which forms a key component of the integrated safety, health, environmental, and quality management system. This is fully supported by the board and implemented and developed by McPhillips’ SHEQ manager in consultation with operational employees. McPhillips’ policy of direct employment makes this strategy more effective and has enabled the company to provide all personnel with environmental awareness training. The EMS is designed to provide effective assessment of aspects and impacts and imposes control measures and working methods to mitigate these while also detailing the response to any near misses and incidents.

All projects operate under site specific environmental management plans which are the responsibility of McPhillips’ contracts managers and are operated by site agents. These bespoke plans are created during the contract pre-start process and are designed to address individual issues relevant to each project.

McPhillips is cognisant of its duty of care in managing waste and operates a site waste management policy. Site waste management plans (SWMP) provide the mechanism through which this strategy is implemented and each site specific environmental management plan contains an SWMP which considers the whole lifecycle of our projects in order to minimise impact throughout.

The EMS includes a comprehensive compliance section verifying that all necessary evaluations and inspections have been completed and that appropriate permits and approvals are obtained. Audit schedules detail visits from an independent external auditor and the registration body to verify that the EMS is being operated in accordance with the ISO14001:2015 standard.

The environmental performance of supply chain partners is monitored through initial evaluation and continual project assessments. Supply chain partners are encouraged to contribute towards McPhillips’ environmental performance and participate in the management of waste.

McPhillips’ SHEQ Manager is responsible for our environmental policy and for ensuring performance meets annual targets. Key performance indicators enable the monitoring of waste production, carbon footprint, environmental toolbox talks and near miss and incident rates. Improvements are achieved through initiatives in the following key areas:

Energy – Reductions in energy use by planning activities, educating employees and ensuring plant, vehicles and buildings are operating efficiently.
Pollution – Careful storage, handling and use of materials especially when they are potentially damaging. Emissions and noise output are minimised through selecting and operating efficient machinery, vehicles and buildings. Vehicle mileages are measured and journeys are in order to minimise fuel usage.
Materials – Wherever possible materials and products which are either recycled or produced with good environmental credentials are used. Materials are obtained from sustainable and local sources. Water usage is monitored and used careful.
Waste – Site waste management plans are used on all sites and offices to maximise material recycling and reduce off-site disposal. Quantities of materials are accurately calculated to prevent over-ordering. Construction methods are selected to maximise efficiency.

Testimonials

"The site manager and assistant site manger did a fantastic job on the scheme, they were friendly, reliable, professional and their experience on managing the subcontract labour and technical ability was second to none."

Ian Lowe, BIT Group

"McPhillips (Wellington) Ltd undertook the construction of a recent public realm scheme in Shrewsbury, they provided traffic and pedestrian management to manage the construction of the scheme in a busy urban area, with high pedestrian footfall. All civils and re-paving works were completed to a high standard and in a tidy, productive and efficient manner. They were able to engage with Shrewsbury BID to aid in the planning of events, as well as liaising with local businesses and shops to minimise impact. They worked effectively and efficiently to complete works to the accepted programme and administered the contract well using web based management systems. There were good working relationships between all parties, and their on-site management of personnel was excellent."

Scott Hughes, WSP

"McPhillips were good to work with and they were always keen to resolve any issues or complications which obviously occur on such a large and complex project, probably the biggest S278 Worcestershire has ever dealt with."

Sally Everest, Worcestershire County Council

"Having been the first time we have used McPhillips as a main contractor we have been impressed at the ease at which we have developed a good working relationship to enable the project to be maintained to timeline and budget incorporating both additional work items and some more unusual occurrences on-site."

Richard Allen, London & Cambridge Properties

"We will most certainly use McPhillips again and we will have no hesitation in recommending you to other schools and colleges."

Sheena Hodgson, The Westwood Academy

"The site delivery team were extremely helpful. The site was clearly always orderly, fully resourced and well managed throughout. The workmanship was of the highest quality and the project was delivered on-time and within budget providing The Wrekin Housing Trust with a facility of which we are justifiably proud. Overall WHT is more than happy with McPhillips’ performance on Oakwood and wouldn’t hesitate to work with them again in the future."

Karen Lloyd, The Wrekin Housing Trust

"I will have no hesitation in employing McPhillips on other projects and therefore look forward to working with you again; it was a pleasure working with you and your team, demonstrating a positive approach throughout the project."

Mike Steele, Birmingham City Council

"The quality of the work provided is always of a high standard and every effort is made to accommodate the needs of businesses and residents impacted by the work. With regard to project management, I found the management team and site staff to be amenable at all times. I would highly recommend McPhillips to be considered for any highway regeneration projects or similar works."

Steve Hollins, Telford & Wrekin Council

"McPhillips carried out work for Adams’ Grammar School between May and September 2013. They did so under some stringent conditions imposed by the school and performed admirably to meet significant deadlines. Their work on site was also very impressive; their site manager was most professional and worked seamlessly with our own employee when there needed to be alterations/modifications. They worked very easily around children and kept an appropriate distance from our own work. When it came closer to the deadlines they produced work at an impressive speed in order that we were able to open on time. We will certainly use them again."

Michael Barrett, Adams' Grammar School

"I can truly say that I could not wish to have worked in conjunction with a more impressive and agreeable contractor than McPhillips. Many thanks for the experience."

Peter Oughton, Dogs Trust

"We’re delighted with the work carried out by McPhillips. Thanks to their excellent building and civil engineering experience and skills we’ve been able to create an enriched environment for our dogs."

Clarissa Baldwin OBE, Dogs Trust

"We have no hesitation recommending McPhillips and look forward to the opportunity of working with them in the future."

Pam Edwards, The Wrekin Housing Trust

"McPhillips and their team were professional and efficient from tender stage through to contract completion, with a can do attitude that brought the scheme in on time and on budget within tight constraints."

Bob Nicholson, Pochin Developments

"Everyone has commented favourably on the quality of workmanship and the professional, courteous and organised approach of the men involved. As a consequence, the work was completed to a very high standard, in a very short time with the minimum of noise and disruption to residents."

Diane Peacock, Pengrove Residents Association

"McPhillips performed extremely well with a high quality of workmanship and a professional approach in dealing with the public and businesses in a very busy part of the town. I can confidently recommend McPhillips as a competent and professional contractor and since this scheme, I have worked with them on various projects and would be pleased to work with them again in the future."

Karl Farrow, Cheshire West & Chester Council

"I would have no hesitation in recommending McPhillips."

Paul Harris, Shropshire Council

"The team from McPhillips remained positive and proactive throughout, working with the Council's team to find solutions and deliver an enabled site which was fit for purpose. Their can-do attitude and pragmatic approach has been essential in delivering a successful project for the Council."

Kate Turner, Telford and Wrekin Council

"McPhillips has an excellent understanding of the client's needs and works collaboratively to achieve a quality product."

Peter Parker, Birmingham City Council

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