Site offices are an ideal solution for businesses requiring temporary, semi-permanent or mobile site accommodation office spaces. These versatile structures offer a unique blend of durability, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability, making them a suitable option for a wide range of site accommodation requirements.
Site Offices Sizes
Our site container offices are available in a range of sizes to ensure we meet all your requirements.
Each size ensures flexibility and can be customised to meet specific requirements.
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A 10ft container office offers a compact solution ideal for tight spaces or single person use.
A 20ft container office, being the standard size, provides ample space for multiple workstations and equipment.
A 24ft container office offers slightly more room, perfect for larger teams or additional facilities like meeting rooms.
A 32ft container office maximises space, making it suitable for extensive office setups with multiple rooms or specialised areas.
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Our site offices for hire and sale can be fitted with enhanced security features such as reinforced doors, secure windows, and advanced locking systems. This anti vandal construction is particularly important for offices located in remote or high-risk areas, ensuring the safety of personnel and valuable equipment.
Unit Group’s Modern site accommodation container offices come with LED strip lighting. Customers can use their own latest technology, including high-speed internet and video conferencing systems. This ensures that businesses can maintain connectivity and productivity, regardless of their location.
Electric heaters are a popular choice for office units due to their ease of installation and use. Ours come with wall-mounted convector heaters. You can also add your own heating sources, such as space heaters and baseboard heaters. Effective insulation ensures comfortable interiors, improving thermal performance and energy efficiency in various climates.
Office shipping containers are naturally wind and watertight because of their strong steel construction and secure door seals. Built to endure tough maritime conditions, they offer dependable protection from the weather, ensuring a long-lasting and safe workspace in different climates and places.
Container offices can be powered through on-site plug-in connections, utilising existing electrical infrastructure for seamless integration. Alternatively, they can operate independently using power generators, providing a reliable power supply in remote or off-grid locations, ensuring continuous functionality and flexibility.
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Our site offices for hire and sale are highly portable and can be transported by trucks to any location across the UK. Their standard dimensions make relocation easy, ideal for dynamic projects or remote sites. This mobility allows your business to quickly set up or move offices as needed, boosting operational flexibility and efficiency. Additionally, these accommodation containers can be stacked, saving space and providing more options for your office layout.
Site Office Dimensions
10ft Site Office External Dimensions
| Length Standard | Width | Height |
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10ft (3048mm) |
8ft (2438mm) |
8ft 6ins (2621mm) |
20ft Site Office External Dimensions
| Length Standard | Width | Height |
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20ft (6096mm) |
8ft (2438mm) |
8ft 6ins (2621mm) |
24ft Site Office External Dimensions
| Length Standard | Width | Height |
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24ft (7315mm) |
8ft 6ins (2438mm) |
8ft 6ins (2621mm) |
32ft Site Office External Dimensions
| Length Standard | Width | Height |
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45ft (13710mm) |
8ft 2ins (2500mm) |
9ft 6ins (2890mm) |
Site Office Description
Site offices are temporary or semi-permanent structures used on construction sites and other project-based locations. They provide essential space for project management, meetings, administrative tasks, and employee welfare. They can also be used for a permanent site office or marketing suite.
Designed for durability and functionality, site offices can withstand harsh conditions and are equipped with necessary amenities such as electricity, heating, and internet connectivity.
Our site office containers come in various configurations, including modular units, portable cabins, and repurposed shipping containers, offering flexibility and scalability.
Container offices play a crucial role in maintaining efficient project operations, ensuring that teams have a comfortable and organised workspace close to their work areas.
Benefits of Container Site Offices
Durability and Strength: Shipping container offices are designed to withstand harsh conditions, making them extremely durable and weather resistant. Their steel construction ensures they can endure heavy loads and rough handling, which is essential for temporary accommodation.
Cost-Effectiveness: Repurposing shipping containers into site offices is often more cost-effective than constructing traditional buildings.
Rapid Deployment: One of the most significant advantages of container offices is the speed of deployment. Containers can be quickly transported to a site and set up with minimal groundwork, providing immediate accommodation solutions. This is particularly beneficial in disaster response scenarios or for rapidly expanding construction sites.
Modularity and Flexibility: Shipping container offices are inherently modular, allowing for easy customisation and expansion. Units can be stacked or arranged side by side to create larger complexes, and their standardised dimensions facilitate the addition of new modules as needed. This flexibility makes them suitable for various applications, from single living quarters to extensive office complexes.
Sustainability: Using shipping containers for site offices contributes to sustainability by repurposing existing materials and reducing the demand for new construction. This approach aligns with the principles of recycling and upcycling, minimising waste and the environmental footprint associated with building new structures.
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Site Office Applications
In the UK, site offices are essential for construction projects, infrastructure developments, and renewable energy sites. Our container office solutions provide administrative spaces, meeting rooms, and welfare facilities, ensuring efficient project management. The portability and robust design make site offices ideal for both urban and remote locations, supporting various industries across the country.
Here are some ways to use site office containers:
Construction Sites
Construction sites are dynamic environments that require sturdy and flexible office solutions to support various operational needs. One of the most common applications for container offices is on these sites, where they provide essential space for project management, meetings, and administrative tasks.
The durable steel construction of containers ensures they can withstand the demanding conditions often encountered on construction sites, including harsh weather and rough handling.
These offices can be quickly deployed and relocated as needed, offering maximum flexibility. They come equipped with necessary amenities such as electricity and heating, creating a functional and comfortable workspace for site managers and staff.
By providing a secure and efficient workspace, container offices play a crucial role in maintaining the productivity and organisation of construction projects, ensuring smooth operations from start to finish.
Event Management
Site container offices are an excellent solution for event management, providing temporary office space for festivals, trade shows, sporting events, and other large gatherings.
Their strong and portable design allows them to be quickly set up and dismantled, offering convenience for event organisers who require flexible and reliable coordination hubs.
These offices serve as central points for event management activities, including planning, communication, security, and administrative tasks. Equipped with essential amenities like electricity, and heating, container offices ensure a comfortable and efficient working environment for staff.
Their secure construction also provides a safe space for storing valuable equipment and sensitive documents.
The modular nature of container site offices allows them to be customised and scaled to meet specific event needs, whether it’s a single unit for a small event or a multi-unit complex for a large-scale festival. By offering practicality and versatility, site offices significantly enhance the efficiency and organisation of temporary events.
Remote Worksites
In industries such as mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy, operations frequently occur in remote and often harsh locations. Container offices are an invaluable solution for these settings, offering a reliable and comfortable workspace that supports the needs of engineers, geologists, and other professionals working on-site.
These offices are designed to withstand extreme conditions, from intense heat and cold to heavy winds and rugged terrain. Their robust steel construction ensures durability, while their portability allows them to be easily transported to and set up in remote areas.
Equipped with essential amenities like cooling, heating, electricity, and IT connectivity, shipping container offices provide a functional and efficient environment for work.
Office containers allow for customisation to meet specific operational requirements, including private offices, meeting rooms, and storage areas.
This adaptability ensures that remote worksites can maintain high productivity and organisation, even in the most challenging environments, enabling critical operations to proceed smoothly and efficiently.
Startups and Small Businesses
For startups and small businesses, site offices provide an affordable and flexible solution for office space. These innovative structures offer significant cost savings compared to traditional brick-and-mortar buildings, making them an attractive option for new and growing enterprises. The low initial costs enable startups to allocate more of their budget towards core business activities.
Container offices are highly adaptable, allowing businesses to expand or relocate as needed. Their modular design means additional units can be added easily, accommodating growth without major disruptions. This flexibility is crucial for startups that need to adapt quickly to changing market conditions and evolving business needs.
Additionally, shipping container offices can be customised with essential amenities and modern finishes, creating a professional and comfortable working environment. This combination of affordability and flexibility makes container offices an ideal choice for startups and small businesses seeking dynamic workspace solutions.
Education and Training Centres
Educational institutions and training centres can greatly benefit from container offices. These versatile units can be repurposed as classrooms, libraries, or administrative offices, offering much-needed additional space to accommodate students and staff.
Their modular and portable nature allows for quick deployment and easy reconfiguration, making them ideal for schools and training facilities facing space constraints or rapid enrolment changes.
Container site offices provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional construction, enabling educational institutions to expand their facilities without significant financial investment.
They can be equipped with all the modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable and conducive learning environment. Site offices can be customised to meet specific needs, creating functional and inspiring spaces that enhance the overall educational experience.
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Site Office Prices
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At Unit Group, we offer a range of site office accommodation solutions that are available for both hire and purchase.
Site office containers offer a cost-effective solution compared to traditional building methods. Their lower initial costs, minimal site preparation, and reduced construction time significantly cut expenses.
Our extensive inventory ensures that you can find the perfect site office to meet your needs.
We provide fast and efficient delivery services throughout the UK, ensuring that your site offices arrive promptly, no matter where you are located.
To receive a personalised quote for container site offices, simply fill out our quick quote form. We will promptly respond with a pricing plan tailored specifically to your requirements.
At Unit Group, we prioritise transparency and customer satisfaction. Whether you choose to purchase or rent a site office from us, we are committed to ensuring you have a seamless and satisfactory experience.
Price Beat Guarantee
At Unit Group, we are dedicated to providing outstanding service and affordable site office solutions at competitive prices.
To ensure you get the best deal on site office containers, we offer a Price Beat Guarantee.
If you find a lower price from a reputable competitor, please let us know. We won’t just match their price, we’ll beat it.
Choose Unit Group as your trusted partner for a superior range of container offices. Our guarantee prioritises your financial interests, ensuring you receive exceptional value along with our high standards of service and quality.
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Site Office FAQs
Listed below are some common questions about our Site Offices for hire and sale.
Please contact us if you require any assistance on 0800 9777 590 or email enquiries@unithire.co.uk.
At Unit, we stock a range of site offices, which includes modular site offices. This modularity allows for flexible configurations to meet various needs and space requirements.
Office units can be easily expanded or reconfigured by adding or rearranging container modules, making them highly adaptable for growing businesses or changing project demands.
Each module is built to standard dimensions, ensuring seamless integration with other units.
This versatility provides quick setup and relocation, offering an efficient and scalable solution for temporary or permanent office spaces. Whether you need a single office or a multi-unit complex, modular site offices offer a customisable and practical solution.
All of our site offices are built from ISO shipping containers, known for their robust steel construction. The Corten steel used in these containers is highly durable and resistant to harsh weather conditions, providing a solid framework for the offices, making them perfect office workspaces.
Insulation: Effective insulation panels, such as rigid foam panels, are essential to maintain a comfortable interior temperature and reduce energy consumption.
Interior Walls and Ceilings: We use melamine-faced plywood in our offices for interior walls and ceilings.
Flooring: We use non-slip vinyl flooring because it can handle heavy use and gives a professional look. This type of flooring is durable, easy to clean, and ensures safety by reducing the risk of slips and falls. It is ideal for both high-traffic areas and spaces where maintaining a neat appearance is important.
Windows and Doors: Our 10-point locking steel security doors are built with a superior locking system, thicker steel gauges, and upgraded hardware as standard. For ultimate protection, we offer anti-vandal steel window shutters, the original high-security solution for containers. These shutters feature fully galvanised steel construction, stainless-steel hinges, flush locking bolts, and polyurethane foam-injected insulation, ensuring both security and durability.
Electrical and Plumbing Systems: All of our office units come equipped with double sockets, LED strip lights, and a convector heater. Our cabins are powered by a 240v/32amp supply, with an RCD located inside. On the external wall, you will find a ‘male’ electrical hitch-up point for easy connection.
Our container offices are designed to be waterproof. Originally built to withstand harsh maritime environments, our site offices feature robust, weather resistant Corten steel and secure door seals.
When converted into offices, additional waterproofing measures are often applied, such as weatherproof coatings and sealants around windows, doors, and seams.
Proper insulation and ventilation systems further ensure that the interiors remain dry and comfortable, preventing issues like condensation and mould.
These features collectively make office containers highly resilient to water ingress, ensuring a safe and dry working environment even in challenging weather conditions.
We offer site accommodation unit offices in sizes up to 32ft, mainly converted from new one-trip shipping containers. These offices are versatile and can be tailored to meet your specific requirements. Whether you need a temporary workspace or a long-term solution, we have various types available for purchase or hire.
If you decide to buy, you can choose between a used ex-hire office, which offers excellent value, or a brand-new one converted to your exact specifications. We can also refurbish used ex-rental offices, giving them a fresh coat of paint and any necessary updates to ensure they meet your standards.
Our hire fleet consists mostly of units that have been previously used. Each unit is thoroughly serviced and repaired after every hire to ensure they are clean, functional, and ready for immediate use. These units are ideal for short-term projects or temporary site needs.
For specialised or long-term jobs, we can convert and offer new offices for hire at a premium price, providing a high-quality, bespoke solution for your business site accommodation needs. Contact Unit Group for assistance with your site office requirements, and let us help you find the perfect solution for your project.
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Our site office containers are highly versatile and can be customised to meet a wide range of specific needs and preferences.
Here are some key customisation options we can provide:
Interior Layout and Design:
- Partition Walls: Create separate offices, meeting rooms, or break areas within the container.
- Open-Plan Layouts: Configure the space for collaborative work environments.
- Multi-Level Structures: Stack containers to create multi-story offices, adding internal staircases or external access points.
Insulation and Climate Control:
- Insulation: Effective insulation panels, such as rigid foam panels, are essential to maintain a comfortable interior temperature and reduce energy consumption.
- Heating Systems: We have wall-mounted convector heaters in all of our offices.
- Ventilation: Add windows, vents, or skylights to improve airflow and natural lighting.
Windows and Doors:
- Standard and Customised Windows: Install windows for natural light and ventilation.
- Security Doors: Fit secure, reinforced doors for added safety.
- Access Points: Customise door placement and number to suit operational needs.
Electrical and Plumbing Systems:
- Wiring and Lighting: Equip with electrical outlets, overhead lighting, and external floodlights.
- Plumbing: Install sinks, toilets, and kitchenettes as needed.
- Internet and Communication: Ensure connectivity with wired or wireless network setups.
Exterior Finishes:
- Paint: Customise the exterior with paint or branding to enhance aesthetics and match company colours.
- Weatherproofing: Apply coatings and sealants to enhance durability against weather conditions.
Flooring:
- Durable Materials: Choose from options like vinyl or laminate that are easy to clean and maintain.
- Anti-Slip Surfaces: Ensure safety with anti-slip flooring in high-traffic areas.
Furniture and Fixtures:
- Ergonomic Furniture: Select comfortable and functional office furniture to enhance productivity.
- Custom Fixtures: Include items like whiteboards, bulletin boards, and custom lighting fixtures.
Security Features:
- Reinforced Structures: Use additional steel reinforcement for added security.
- Window Bars and Shutters: Add extra security to windows to prevent unauthorised entry.
Sustainable Options:
- Eco-Friendly Materials: Use recycled or sustainable materials for construction and finishing.
Accessibility Features:
- Ramps and Rails: Ensure accessibility for all users with ramps and handrails.
- Wider Doorways: Install wider doorways for wheelchair access.
- Accessible Restrooms: Design restrooms that meet accessibility standards.
These customisation options allow us to tailor site office containers to your specific requirements, ensuring functionality, comfort, and aesthetic appeal.
Whether for a temporary project or a long-term installation, these flexible solutions can be adapted to meet diverse operational needs.
At Unit Group, we have multiple distribution depots located throughout the UK.
This extensive network allows us to provide fast and affordable site office delivery services, no matter where you are located in the country.
If you prefer, you can also pick up your office container directly from one of our dedicated depots.
This flexibility ensures that you can choose the most convenient option for your needs.
Whether you opt for delivery or pick-up, our goal is to make the process as easy and efficient as possible. We handle the logistics so you can start using your shipping container without any concerns or delays.
Obtaining a quote to purchase or rent a site office from Unit Group is straightforward and hassle-free.
You can reach out to us by phone, email, or by using our quick online quote form. Our team is ready to provide an office container quote tailored to your specific needs and to answer any questions you may have.
We strive to ensure a smooth and informed experience, offering thorough support throughout the process. Our goal is to meet all your requirements with precision and care, ensuring your complete satisfaction.
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