VolkerStevin and VolkerFitzpatrick are the first two organisations to achieve a new quality standard designed specifically for the built environment.
The firms are part of the Dutch construction services conglomerate VolkerWessels.
BS 99001:2022 is a quality management system standard published in July 2022 that builds on ISO 9001 but is specifically developed for the built environment.
It includes expanded requirements to those in ISO 9001, which are key to the sector, such as competence, design quality, temporary works, inspection and test plans and documented information.
The new standard aims to help the built environment implement the requirements of the new Building Safety Act and boost quality in the sector.
Adrian Shah-Cundy, corporate responsibility director for VolkerWessels UK, said: “The process of review against BS 99001, and being able to demonstrate meeting its requirements, forms a key element of our quality management strategy.
“The standard, and its assessment by BSI, has provided another insight into our processes relating to our construction activities and will no doubt bring additional benefits to our business. This certification is recognition in itself, but I see it as a means to help ensure we are delivering on our commitments to quality.”
