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ESG - Embedded in how we operate

At Kingerlee, ESG is embedded in how we build, how we work, and how we make decisions.

As a fifth-generation family business, we believe responsibility means thinking long-term, acting transparently, and continually improving our impact.

Leading with Integrity: At Kingerlee,
our decisions are guided by fairness,
transparency, and a commitment to
excellence—principles that have defined
our family business for generations.

Kingerlee responsible construction

Incorperating ESG into how we operate

Over the past year, we have embedded our ESG Action Plan into the way we work, strengthening our commitment to being a responsible and sustainable business. What began as a framework is now part of everyday decision-making across the organisation.
With dedicated leads, regular cross-team collaboration, and a full year of baseline data, we are tracking progress more clearly, building on success, and focusing on where we can go further.
This report reflects the progress we have made, from advancing our ESG initiatives to strengthening our community impact and industry recognition. It also sets out our priorities for the year ahead.
We remain ambitious about the role we can play in shaping a more sustainable future, creating buildings, partnerships, and communities that stand the test of time.

Our 2026 ESG Highlights

Our ESG approach continues to shape how we work, make decisions and deliver projects. These highlights capture the tangible progress we’ve made over the past year, alongside the areas where we continue to push further.
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Customers

100%

Client Satisfaction

100% of clients would recommend Kingerlee, reflecting strong overall satisfaction

Top Rated

Project Delivery

High performance in communication, health & safety, and quality across projects

In Place

Social Value Policy

Social Value Policy fully implemented with annual review in place

Aligned

Future Standards

Progress toward ISO 53001 alignment, supporting long-term sustainability goals

Community

80%

Local Spend

80% of spend kept within 35 miles, strengthening the local economy

4 Partners

Charity Partnerships

Partnerships with four charities, expanding impact beyond financial support

537 Hours

Careers Engagement

Delivered 31 hours of outreach and 506 hours of work experience

Developing

Local Engagement Plans

Developing project-specific engagement plans aligned with industry standards

people

100%

Real Living Wage

100% of employees paid the Real Living Wage, supporting fair pay

Full Access

Private Healthcare

Full access to private healthcare, with uptake continuing to increase

10%

Internal Progression

10% of employees promoted internally, reflecting career progression

18 Trained

Mental Health Support

18 Mental Health First Aiders supporting wellbeing across the business

Efficiency & Resources

Reduced

Carbon Emissions

Carbon emissions reduced year-on-year, showing clear environmental progress

26%

Travel Reduction

26% reduction in travel emissions, driven by shift to electric vehicles

67%

Renewable Energy

67% renewable energy usage, with a clear pathway to 100%

97.7%

Waste Diversion

97.7% of waste diverted from landfill, improving resource efficiency

Contractors & Suppliers

91

Supply Chain Partners

91 subcontractors engaged, strengthening supply chain visibility

56%

EDI Adoption

Over half of suppliers now have EDI policies in place

Majority

Social Training

Majority of suppliers provide social impact training to teams

Improved

Workforce Tracking

Improved tracking of local employment and workforce data

Governance

Embedded

ESG Framework

ESG Action Plan fully embedded across business operations

100%

Cyber Security

100% cyber security training completion across all IT users

Annual

Policy Review

All policies reviewed annually, ensuring consistency and compliance

Audited

Financial Reporting

Audited financial reporting aligned with recognised standards

Our Chosen Charities

We partner with a number of local charities to support wellbeing, inclusion and long-term community impact. Learn more about the organisations we work with below.

The Lighthouse Club

Supporting the wellbeing of construction workers and their families through 24/7 advice, mental health support and financial assistance.
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Aspire Oxfordshire

Helping people facing homelessness and disadvantage into employment, housing and independence through training and support programmes.
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Yellow Submarine

Empowering people with learning disabilities and autism through training, work experience and inclusive community programmes.
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Sobell House Hospice

Providing specialist palliative care and support for people in Oxfordshire living with a life-limiting illness, helping to enhance comfort, dignity and quality of life.
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