Progressive System continues to invest in the ongoing training and development of staff to maximize their full potential for the future ….
Aaron Wakeley Trainee Contracts Manager joined the company in November 2006:
Through collaboration with Progressive Systems, Aaron has been able to fully realise his vocational potential and turn his education into practice. His enjoyment of the first year of his course and work with us has enabled him to integrate fully into the world of construction. This has included meeting other trainees across the industry, including Main Contractors and Architects, giving him appreciation of different aspects cross-industry.Aaron is very much looking forward to starting the second year of his BTEC National Certificate and also, in the longer term, embarking on the next level of education, the Higher National Certificate in Construction.
Chris Philips Trainee Estimator joined the company in November 2005.Chris’ motivation is based in his continuing drive to better himself; this is perpetuated by his interest and pursuit of more in-depth knowledge in the construction industry. Through his work with Progressive Systems Chris has gained insight into a specific field of expertise and has thoroughly enjoyed the area of Estimating. This has led him to already specifying a keen interest within the area of Quantity Surveying and, through his enrolment on to the HNC in construction, he hopes to gain further insight in the field.
Cycle 2 Work
Progressive Systems is going green, with the dedication of our Andy Smith (shown on his new bike in the picture) he has introduced 6 of our staff to the Halfords pioneered Cycle2Work scheme in the UK.
Taking advantage of new legislation enacted in the Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003, an employer is able to provide a bicycle and bicycle safety equipment to employees to be mainly used to Cycle2Work. Halfords developed the mechanism for the legislation to be become operative and now provides the UK’s largest compliant cycle2work scheme to over 300 blue chip organisations.
May 08
The company is pleased to announce the appointment of Keith Richards as Director of Contracting and safety from 1st May 2008, Keith’s knowledge of the industry will be a welcome addition to the board.
May 08
Progressive Systems has secured its latest ASDA store to be build in Cardiff, on the back of successful stores in Newton Abbot, Highbridge and Bideford. The latest store is for the Pearce Group and features 93m long Euroseam roof sheets.
December 07
Progressive Systems Ltd are supporters of the NSCC Fair Payment Campaign
As a consequence of the continuing abuse, by way of poor payments, of the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act (The Construction Act) by very many main contractors and other organisations the NFRC is supporting this scheme established by our umbrella organisation the NSCC (National Specialist Contractors Council)
August 07
Progressive Systems Ltd supplied and installed the fabrications for Regent House, Plymouth. The new 3.25 million development, which is home to offices of the South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, won the Best Commercial New Build from Local Authority Building Control (LABC) in the South West. It has now been selected by the LABC as an entrant for the National Built in Quality Awards. Congratualtions to all those involved in the project.
August 07
Volunteers at Progressive Systems have signed up to take part in the Royal Marines Commando Challenge on Sunday 14th October. The seven mile event (two miles on road, three miles obstacle and another two miles on road) is a sponsored charity event in order to raise money for the Gemini FM Charitable Trust. The brave volunteers from Progressive make up two teams. The first team has been named 'Useless Tribe' and is comprised of Martin Tribe, James Rayner, Chris Phillips and Steve Kerswell and the second named 'Older Bud-Weiser' features Andy Bassett, Simon Quantick, Sean Wills and James Edmonds. We wish the boys the best of luck with their enduring challenge and hope that they raise a substantial amount of money for such a worthy cause. Photographs of the day will be posted as soon as possible.
June 07
Corus have named Progressive Systems Ltd Colorcoat Contractor of the Year 2007. Roger Fox, Technical Director (pictured below) accepted the award which was received at the Colorcoat Contractors' Day in Chester on June 12th. We are delighted to receive the award in recognition of the company receiving the most Confidex Guarantee project registrations in 2006, with 81.
Roger said: 'To build on our reputation as a responsible contractor, we have promoted the use of Colorcoat HPS200 for many years. It is widely acknowledged as the industry's premier material, and the Corus range has provided both ourselves and our clients with the confidence that the materials incorporated into the construction have been developed to the highest standards, and are fully supported under the terms of the Confidex Guarantee.'
April 07
Progressive Systems Ltd have been shortlisted in the Best Place to Work in Construction Awards 2007 for the category of 'Specialists.' We are very proud to have been selected from such a high calibre of entrants. We aspire to reproduce our great success of last year as finalist and winner in our specialist category.
March 07
Progressive Systems have just completed two further Mercedes showrooms in Essex and Cardiff. These latest additions compliment Progressive Systems highly successful completed Mercedes showroom contracts in Exeter, Taunton, Plymouth, Bridgend, Swansea, Winchester, Chichester and Southampton. Thanks to those involved in these latest thriving projects.
March 07
Progressive Systems Ltd have been presented a Silver Award in the 2006 'Safety in Roofing' Awards Scheme. The certificate is awarded by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors Limited (NFRC).
March 07
Coming to a site near you is a new panel repair service offered by the progressive team. The service is available from the 19th February 2007 and aims to offer an on site rennovation facility for damaged panels.
March 07
Progressive Systems Ltd have been shortlisted for the NFRC Roofing Awards 2007. The project Exeter Rugby Club has been selected as a finalist in the Vertical Cladding Category. The winner of this category is due to be announced on 18th May 2007. Best of luck to all the team who were involved in the project.
August 06
Progressive Systems has had its application to join the Contractor Health and Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS) assessed and approved. Consequently, Progressive Systems is now a CHAS registered contractor.
August 06
Exeter based roofing and cladding company Progressive Systems has teamed up with the South Wales and South West Roof Training Group to begin a series of in – house courses in order to develop the knowledge of their employees.‘This is the first time we have run in – house training and it is proving to be very beneficial having course contact tailored to suit the needs of our business.’Paul Wood, Director.
June 06
Progressive Systems were short listed for and consequently awarded the: ‘Best Place To Work 2006’ Specialist Contractors and Suppliers Award.Hays Construction and Contract Journal sponsored the award.
February 06
Exeter Chamber of Commerce
Progressive Systems have recently become members of the Exeter Chamber of Commerce. New Stadium For Exeter Chiefs
Progressive Systems has been awarded the contract to construct the new rugby stadium for the Exeter Chiefs. The project will begin in February 2006 working for the main contractors Dean & Dyball.
Happy Chistmas
Progressive Systems donated 2 bicycles to Doubletrees School, St. Blazey presented on the 20th of December along with the two helmets purchased by Kier Western. Names From Left To Right Caleb Pupil James Pupil John Rail Senior Site Manager Donald May Kier Western Staff (Volunteer Father Christmas) Kim Robertson Doubletrees Head Lewis Pupil Emma Pupil 2005 – A Record Year
The company experienced a record year for orders in 2005 , achieving order values exceeding £12 Million. “The sustained growth of the business is extremely encouraging for all employees” Paul Wood, Director of Finance & HR
November 05
PROGRESSIVE STRENGTHENS CONTRACTING TEAM
Progressive Systems Roofing & Cladding from Exeter is pleased to announce the addition of two new Contract Managers to strengthen its Contracting Team. Keith Richards and Glynn Jones both have Main Contractor backgrounds and their skills will be a valuable addition to ensure the smooth running of site operations.
April 05
The company has secured a fourth NFRC Health & Safety award this year. This award exemplifies the important roles everybody within the company has to play in ensuring we operate safely
January 05
We have been awarded the Investor in People Award. Achieving this award recognises our commitment to the training and development of all our employees and that we are all working towards a common goal.We have been awarded the Investor in People Award. Achieving this award recognises our commitment to the training and development of all our employees and that we are all working towards a common goal.
