McDermott Building & Civil Engineering Ltd has achieved Mission Zero Accreditation alongside WRRR Gold and Sustainability 1 status, reinforcing the company’s long-standing commitment to safety, sustainability, and the highest standards of fleet compliance.
Founded in 1994, McDermott Building & Civil Engineering Ltd is a family-owned and run business based in Aston, Birmingham. With a workforce of over 300 people, the company delivers groundwork and civil engineering services to national and regional contractors across the UK, consistently providing a dependable and professional service.
The business has a strong track record of operating to high professional and ethical standards. In 2017, McDermotts was awarded Chartered Building Company status by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), recognising the organisation’s professionalism, robust governance, and commitment to developing a fully qualified workforce. McDermotts is also a member of the Considerate Constructors Scheme, demonstrating best practice beyond statutory requirements and helping to raise standards across the construction sector.
As part of its ongoing focus on innovation and continuous improvement, McDermotts pursued Mission Zero, WRRR Gold and Sustainability 1 accreditation to further strengthen fleet compliance, improve environmental performance, and support safer operations across its fleet.
Reflecting on the accreditation journey, Luke Caldicott, Transport Manager at McDermott Building & Civil Engineering Ltd, said:
“Going through the Mission Zero accreditation process has been a genuinely positive experience for McDermotts. From the outset, the Mission Zero team were incredibly helpful, responsive and supportive, guiding us clearly through each stage of the process.
The accreditation portal made everything straightforward, allowing us to upload our evidence in advance and complete the audit online with ease. Thanks to the clarity of the requirements and the assistance provided by the Mission Zero team, we were delighted to pass our audit on the first attempt and achieve gold.”
He continued:
“Achieving the Mission Zero Quality Standard reinforces our commitment to maintaining the highest levels of fleet compliance across our operations. With the scheme recognised as equivalent to FORS, and offering a much more user-friendly and cost-effective approach, we are proud to recommend Mission Zero to anyone looking to improve their fleet standards.”
By achieving Mission Zero, WRRR Gold and Sustainability 1, McDermott Building & Civil Engineering Ltd demonstrates that strong compliance and responsible fleet management are central to its operations. Mission Zero congratulates the entire McDermotts team on this outstanding achievement and looks forward to supporting their continued journey.
