Coffey is an expanding engineering partner in the UK water sector, supporting water companies and Tier 1 delivery partners with dependable, sustainably engineered solutions. Over the past five years, our UK business has grown steadily, driven by strong values, collaborative working and a focus on safe, high-quality delivery that meets regulatory and operational needs.
Our integrated self-delivery model brings process, civil, mechanical, electrical and ICA expertise within one organisation. This enables us to support clients from early feasibility and design through to commissioning and ongoing operational assistance, ensuring consistent standards, clear communication and predictable outcomes.
OUR UK JOURNEY
Our presence in the UK has grown significantly in recent years, supported by a committed team and an increasing portfolio of civil, MEICA and process projects. We continue to build strong relationships with water companies and their delivery partners while expanding our workforce and capability.
Key elements of our UK growth include:
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Expansion from early civils projects to full MEICA and process capability
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Delivery of reservoir safety, asset-health, treatment and network upgrades
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Year-on-year turnover growth across AMP programmes
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Continued investment in people, resources and regional delivery capacity
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Strengthening partnerships through reliability, transparency and innovation
OUR SERVICES IN THE UK
We deliver a full range of water and wastewater services across the UK, supporting AMP programmes, capital maintenance portfolios and operational improvement schemes.
Process and Treatment Engineering
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Treatment process design and optimisation
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Chemical dosing solutions and modular treatment technologies (with Coftec)
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Sludge treatment improvements
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Process troubleshooting and optimisation
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Live-site commissioning and integration
Civil and Structural Works
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Civil engineering for water and wastewater facilities
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Reservoir and dam safety improvements
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Embankment, spillway and scour upgrades
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Structural works and rehabilitation
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Enabling works and temporary works design
MEICA and Network Infrastructure
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Mechanical, electrical and ICA engineering
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Pumping station upgrades and new installations
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Network reinforcement and resilience works
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SCADA and telemetry upgrades
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Instrumentation replacement and integration
Assessment, Compliance and Planning
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Reservoir safety and statutory inspections support
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DSEAR and electrical compliance upgrades
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Condition assessments and reporting
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Asset-health improvement planning
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Operational risk mitigation support
MODULAR INNOVATION WITH COFTEC
Water companies are increasingly prioritising modular, off-site and standardised solutions that support affordability, safety and carbon reduction. Coffey works closely with Coftec, our modular water and wastewater technology division, to bring these advantages into UK programmes.
Benefits include:
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Reduced site time and associated risks
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Enhanced safety through controlled factory conditions
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Lower carbon footprint
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Predictable installation and commissioning
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Improved affordability and whole-life performance
Showcase Example – Loggerheads WwTW Modular MBBR Upgrade
Coftec supplied a modular, factory-assembled MBBR system that delivered faster installation, strong safety benefits and reduced carbon emissions. This project demonstrates how modular solutions can support AMP affordability, programme certainty and operational efficiency.
(Link to case study)
HOW WE DELIVER
Our delivery model supports the requirements of UK water companies and their AMP frameworks by combining civil, MEICA, process, commissioning and operations expertise within one organisation. This integrated approach ensures consistent standards, predictable outcomes and clear communication from concept to handover.
We support clients with:
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Safe delivery on live operational sites
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Buildability-focused design and early contractor involvement
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Transparent programme and cost management
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Solutions that reduce whole-life cost and carbon
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Modular and off-site options through Coftec
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Collaborative working that aligns with AMP business needs
OUR VALUES
Our approach in the UK is guided by values that align closely with the expectations of water companies facing affordability, resilience and environmental challenges.
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Collaboration – working openly with client and partner teams
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Innovation – bringing forward modular, low-carbon and efficient solutions
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Affordability – protecting investment through reliable, scalable delivery
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Doing things the right way – a culture built on safety, quality and responsibility
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Environmental care – supporting carbon and sustainability targets
SECTORS WE SUPPORT
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Municipal water and wastewater
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Reservoir and dam infrastructure
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Network and pumping infrastructure
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Capital maintenance programmes
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Industrial and commercial water users
OUR PEOPLE
Our people are central to our growth in the UK. We invest in creating a workplace where individuals feel supported, valued and empowered to progress. Our expanding UK team takes pride in their work, enjoys solving complex challenges and works collaboratively to deliver safe and reliable outcomes for our clients.
We are committed to:
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Providing opportunities for career progression as the business grows
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Supporting continuous professional development across engineering disciplines
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Creating a positive, inclusive working environment
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Encouraging ownership, accountability and teamwork
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Building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we serve
Happy, empowered teams deliver better results and this is reflected in the work we deliver every day.
GET IN TOUCH
To discuss upcoming projects or learn more about our UK water sector capability, please contact our team.
