Valuing the communities in which we operate – and the individuals who live and work in them – is intrinsic to how Speller Metcalfe does business.
We are committed to contributing to a better society, providing positive and sustainable social, environmental and economic benefits to the communities in which we work, in line with our core company values.
Supporting our clients
As well as working to our own Social Value Charter, Speller Metcalfe is committed to supporting our clients and partners in achieving their own social value aspirations.
We work from tender stage to identify legacy projects that will positively impact on a scheme and its local community, whether it be employment opportunities, upskilling, fundraising, family fun days, mental health support or just donating materials to a local school, we want to make our lasting impression is a positive one.
Measuring social value
Speller Metcalfe implements social value calculators to ensure our commitments made at project inception are achievable and realistic. This also allows us to accurately report on the progress made towards them as the project progresses, sharing the results with our clients and producing a final report at the conclusion of the scheme.
The calculators allocate a financial value to each activity which reflects the return on investment to the communities in which we work. Our project teams are all aware of the requirements set out by the social value calculators and work with our Social Value Lead to provide evidence to upload into the calculators.
Kate Moore
Social Value Lead
Kate brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role as Social Value Lead at Speller Metcalfe, where she is dedicated to creating meaningful social impact across the business. Kate joined Speller Metcalfe in January 2021 as a bid writer, where she spent two years honing her skills in proposal development before stepping into her current leadership role.
Prior to joining Speller Metcalfe, Kate spent 13 years in the charity sector, where she developed expertise in proposal writing, event management, and relationship building. This background provided her with a strong foundation in creating and delivering programs that benefit communities and stakeholders.
As Social Value Lead, Kate leverages her charity sector experience to design and implement innovative social value plans. She is passionate about engaging people in our projects and driving positive outcomes across all aspects, from education initiatives to environmental sustainability. Her commitment to social responsibility is central to Speller Metcalfe’s efforts and impact in the communities we work a long-lasting and positive one.
Our social value initiatives
Find out about some of the work we do in support of our local communities.
Supporting change
At Speller Metcalfe, we’re not afraid to shout out and support issues we feel strongly about. We advocate honesty and transparency as a business and in our operations, as well as addressing taboo subjects to raise awareness. Most recently this has included:
- International Women’s Day
- Time to Talk
- Menopausal awareness
- Pride
Find out more about our support of these initiatives here.
Considerate Constructors Scheme
The Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) is a not-for-profit organisation that partners with the construction industry to raise standards and build public trust. Its code of practice emphasizes collaboration, strong communication, community support, high health and safety standards, and minimizing environmental impact.
Our partnership with CCS helps us make a positive impact on clients and communities, and we encourage others in the industry, including supply chain partners, to join. Learn more about the benefits of the scheme at ccscheme.org.uk.
Worcestershire Construction Apprentice Academy
Buzz Sitegear
Part of our education programme, Buzz Sitegear is one of the most important members of Speller Metcalfe – our mascot who represents the very best of the construction industry.
Buzz regularly visits schools to teach pupils about the importance of safety and construction, and has lots of great tools and resources to make learning fun.
If we are working on a project near you, you might be in for a visit! If you aware of a Speller Metcalfe project locally, and would like Buzz to visit your school, please contact your local Speller Metcalfe office today.
Education
Speller Metcalfe partners with a number of schools and colleges to promote the construction industry and provide opportunities for learning. This includes:
- Site visits
- Supporting modules through on-site learning
- Workshops (building bug hotels, learning trades)
- Internal training programme for apprentices and early careers professionals
Environmental impact
We strive to manage our environmental impact by taking a responsible and proactive approach that focuses on innovation, responsibility, and continuous improvement – and where possible exceeds industry regulations – to help us shape a more sustainable future for the places where we work.
Our teams are audited and supported by a specialist environmental team, that recognise best practice through quarterly environmental awards.