LOCAL design and construction consultancy NPS Barnsley is a joint venture company, part-owned by Barnsley Council with whom they continue to work closely to support growth in the local economy, and maintain and create sustainable local jobs.
Formed in 2011, NPS Barnsley services include architectural, mechanical, electrical and structural engineering design, quantity surveying, procurement, energy management, and compliance services such as asbestos, water hygiene and health and safety management. The company also has its own construction arm.
Barnsley Council is its main client and together they are delivering some wonderful projects, including the ‘Better Barnsley’ town centre regeneration project and the recently completed new build school at Goldthorpe. The company continues to broaden its client base however across both the public and private sectors.
The company remains committed to its Barnsley Apprentice Pledge, with apprentices making up ten per cent of its workforce. These Barnsley apprentices are trained by NPS to become the designers, engineers and craftsmen of the future. The company also supports local schools internship programmes and work placements to inspire young people to take up a career in construction. Through a recent economic impact report NPS Barnsley is also shown to be supporting 166 jobs in Barnsley through spend with local businesses and suppliers.
Karen Temple, managing director of NPS Barnsley, said: “Most of our employees live in Barnsley and their children attend local schools. We’re very proud of our local roots and want to see the town grow and prosper.
“We are privileged to be part of the Proud of Barnsley awards and giving our unsung heroes the recognition they deserve. These amazing people are what makes Barnsley truly great.
“Once again we have chosen to support the Carer of the Year category because caring will touch all of our lives at some point - whether we are caring for someone or being cared for. “These people are the glue holding families together and the care they provide is truly inspirational. We feel very fortunate to be associated with this award.”
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