The difference is our people.With decades of experience and a passion for engineering excellence, our team delivers reliable, high-quality M&E solutions that keep your buildings operating at their best.
We don’t just complete projects—we build lasting partnerships through exceptional workmanship, clear communication and a responsive, personal service. When you choose The DPL Group, you’re choosing a trusted team that delivers on time, on budget and to the highest standards, every time.
At The DPL Group we deliver complete mechanical and electrical engineering solutions, from design and installationthrough to planned maintenance and ongoing support. Whether your project is large or small, our experienced team provides the expertise, reliability and attention to detail needed to deliver exceptional results.
Every client benefits from a dedicated point of contact, responsive communication and a service built around theirspecific requirements. We take the time to understand your objectives, offering practical, cost-effective solutions that maximise performance, minimise disruption and provide long-term value.
Our reputation has been built on delivering projects safely, efficiently and on time. By combining technical excellencewith a pragmatic approach, we ensure every installation meets the highest standards of quality, complies with all relevant legislation and is completed to your exact specification.
Our greatest investment is our people. We continually develop the skills of our designers, engineers and specialistoperatives, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry standards, technologies and best practices. This commitment to excellence means you can be confident your project is in the hands of a highly qualified team dedicated to delivering outstanding workmanshipand exceptional customer service.
When did you start working for DPL? – I joined DPL in December 2011
What are three responsibilities within your job role? –
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – Starting the contracting side adding the mechanical side from scratch, watching the company and the people within DPL grow
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – Hearing great feedback on the work of our excellent site and office staff
When did you start working for DPL? – I started working for DPL in November 2006
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – Initially being part of a small business 17 years ago, with very few employees, then collaboratively working with a great team to drive and build a lasting family enterprise, and to become one of the largest and most respected businesses in East Anglia.
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – I enjoy the open work environment, and the opportunity to work with talented and passionate people, where every staff member is valued. We have built a great working culture where everybody is encouraged to have fun together, enjoy each other’s company and work hard to achieve their individual goals, which in turn makes for an enjoyable place for our staff to work and express themselves.
When did you start working for DPL? – September 2009
Management of M&E contracting department and overseeing all Project managers & engineers & Costing variations / additional works for current and future projects.
Management of labour resources, subcontractors & procurement of materials to deliver projects on time / budget
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – Delivering a multi-million-pound project at the port of Harwich in the space of 10 weeks on time & within the budget. Working hours were 24/7 to achieve this in such a short timescale.
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – The wide variety of work and clients we have the pleasure of working for.
When did you start working for DPL? – October 2011
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – Delivering large commercial projects on time and within budget. Most recent achievements are working on Homerton College Dining Hall, Clare College Phase 1 B Old Court, Port of Felixstowe Inspection Facility, Gullwing Lowestoft, upgrades and refurbishments within the NHS.
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – Working at DPL is a pleasure, we have a great team and working environment.
When did you start working for DPL? – Since May 2013
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – Working my way through the ranks at DPL to achieve my current role.
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – The people!
When did you start working for DPL? – November 2023
What are three responsibilities within your job role?
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? Completing a significant 6-month project associated with Sizewell C withinour first year of business. The project consisted of brand-new VRF technology and posed multiple working challenges such as no hot works, extended working days and weekend working. Only being a 6-month old business when the project began and naturally having a very small team at this time meant that 100% commitment & dedication was required to deliver this on time. It was a very challenging but rewarding project to deliver on behalf of DPL Group.
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? Although the Group has grown significantly in recent years, it has still maintained the ‘family run’ business approach,which makes a real difference in your workplace happiness in my opinion. Support and advise is available in abundance which allows you to carry out your role with confidence.
When did you start working for DPL? – February 2015
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – Promotion from Estimator to Estimating Manager has been one of the highlights of my career with DPL. With the role of Manager, I can monitor and see the estimating team grow with their abilities and knowledge of the construction industry. It’s great to be able to help out with the progression of their careers. A great team!
Winning projects, that goes without saying really. The higher-value ones with big numbers give you a kick, but any tender success gives you a moment to be proud.
Building good relationships with customers, suppliers etc. The bottom line is always important in this industry, however, building good relationships with those that matter, can sometimes give you an edge over competitors
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – The office atmosphere is second to none. All staff and colleagues are friendly, knowledgeable and willing to help each other out, This goes for all departments, Pre-Construction, Design, Construction, small works etc. The list goes on. I believe this is the main reason for the success of the Company, an open-door policy where Directors and Management are approachable by all. There’s also a great “work hard & have fun” element throughout the Company.
When did you start working for DPL? – February 2018
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – I passed my professional exams over 35 years ago (my membership number is 2 digits). My daughter Ellie is studying for the same exams, I am proud that she is following in my “number” steps
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – Having worked for a number of companies over the years, the team at DPL is the best I have worked with. You always feel supported, and your point of view is listened to. Work hard or play hard, it’s never dull at DPL
When did you start working for DPL? – I started working for DPL in June 2013
What are three key responsibilities within your job role? –
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – The projects: The Winerack, Harwich Port, Felixstowe Academy
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – The variety of the work and dealing with people
When did you start working for DPL? – April 2024
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – Qualified vehicle technician rising to group aftersales manager roles within the motor trade at franchised main dealers, I also hold a European transport manager CPC qualification
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – Working with professional staff across all departments and the excellent team spirit everyone shows
When did you start working for DPL? – May 2025
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – 23 years of experience in safety: I have had many accomplishments, but the standout one for me is changing the safety culture within businesses and making a safer environment that sends everyone home every day.
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? –
When did you start working for DPL? – July 2025
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? – NEBOSH, IOSH and TAQA qualifications, which helped me to disseminate information to influence people’s behaviours.
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? – Friendly atmosphere
When did you start working for DPL? – Jan 2026
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? Being part of a social value community across East Anglia that is delivering real change
What do you enjoy most about working for DPL? The people – they’re an amazing team who are committed to building futures for our community
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