FENSA, the largest and longest established Competent Person Scheme (CPS) within the replacement window and door industry, is pleased to announce that it has appointed CMDi –built environment brand specialists, to explore the ‘grey’ market. The scale and form of the ‘grey’ market is one the construction industry’s great unknowns
Barratt Homes, one of Scotland’s largest house builders, is supporting its plans for future growth with a number of promotions and new appointment in its senior management team. “This year we are planning to deliver more high quality homes for customers across Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife than we’ve done
POD, the estate and block management company, has announced the appointment of two new senior members, both joining the company from FirstPort, the UK’s largest managing agent. While Ryan Collier will take the position of Operations Director, Andrew Froy will become the Director of Business Development. Ryan Collier holds a
In May 2018, the British Coatings Federation (BCF) held their Annual Conference and Gala Dinner in Oxford. During the event, outgoing BCF President Vincent O’Sullivan, of PPG Architectural Coatings handed over presidency of the BCF to David Beckford, of Pronto Industrial Paints. Commenting on his new role, David said: “The
International real estate advisor Savills has today (29th June 2016) announced the acquisition of specialist residential management business Chainbow Ltd. Established in 1989 by Chairman and Chief Executive Roger Southam, Chainbow employs 28 members of staff, all of whom will join Savills with immediate effect, including managing director, Nigel Bosworth,
Leading independent construction, property and management consultant, Rider Levett Bucknall UK (RLB UK), has announced today the appointment of industry expert Steve Gillingham as Partner and National Head of Public Sector, with immediate effect. Steve joins RLB from Mace where he was most recently Regional Director responsible for strategic and
Arbor Forest Products (AFP) has strengthened its presence in the Midlands and East Anglia regions after appointing experienced softwood specialist Antony Considine as its new sales representative. The appointment signals AFP’s intentions to build on its recent growth and success, and firm up its reputation as the leading timber supplier
A-Plant has appointed Barry Furlong to run its formwork, falsework and groundwork hire business, Leada Acrow. Barry Furlong has been in the formwork and scaffolding industry for 30 years. He recently moved back to the UK after 20 years in the Middle East. His most recent position was in Oman,
International real estate advisor Savills has expanded its Prime Estates team with the appointment of Jonathan Channing who will join as a director at the firm’s Margaret Street office on the 5 October 2015. Jonathan has over 15 years experience in property management and will lead the block management service
FENSA, the largest and longest established Competent Person Scheme (CPS) within the replacement window and door industry, is pleased to announce that it has appointed CMDi –built environment brand specialists, to explore the ‘grey’ market. The scale and form of the ‘grey’ market is one the construction industry’s great unknowns but it is a recurring issue for many installers who are doing everything by the book only to find there are “competitors” who are winning business but are not operating legally or ethically. FENSA’s role is to enable member companies to self-certify compliance under the Building Regulations, without the need for a separate assessment from Building Control. In the past few years FENSA has been made aware of companies not registering window or door installations and in some cases installing windows that are not complying with Building Regulations. FENSA’s Managing Director, Anda Gregory, commented: “As the market leader, FENSA has a responsibility to ensure that our brand is well positioned to clearly communicate the role FENSA plays, not only to build value for our members, but to provide protection for homeowners. We have appointed CMDi to work with us as long-term partners to carry out a robust programme of research to establish the size and nature of the grey market.” Managing Director of CMDi, Dianne Lucas, said “We are looking forward to working with FENSA as it has a vital role to play in the industry. CMDi has a unique blend of sector focused business strategies including research, brand positioning and communications delivery.” CMDI’s initial task will be to establish the issues affecting the industry through extensive industry and consumer research. From there, the consultants will work on brand and communications strategies to further strengthen FENSA’s market leading position to ensure it meets the current and long term challenges facing by the industry.
Barratt Homes, one of Scotland’s largest house builders, is supporting its plans for future growth with a number of promotions and new appointment in its senior management team. “This year we are planning to deliver more high quality homes for customers across Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife than we’ve done in any other year. Our new moves and appointments will ensure that we are in an excellent position to build on our success to date and I am delighted to have new senior team members who have the skills, knowledge and experience to continue to grow our business,” said Alison Condie, managing director at Barratt Homes East Scotland. Development director Mansoor Ali from East Scotland division has been promoted to regional development director with a remit for land buying and strategy across Scotland. With an experience of over 25 years, Ali has worked for Barratt Homes since 2001 and had led the identification and purchasing of land for the developer across Edinburgh and the Lothians since joining the firm. In his new role he will be responsible for leading Barratt Homes’ Scotland-wide land strategy. Furthermore, Donald Borland has been appointed as regional finance director, a new dedicated role for Barratt’s Scottish business. Donald joined from Havelock Europa PLC where he was CFO and prior to that he spent 18 years with Miller Group, latterly as group finance director. Apart from the Scotland-wide appointments, new ones have been made across the Scotland East division as well. Nicholas Wright took up the development director role in the East of Scotland following Ali’s move. With 15 years’ experience in housebuilding, Wright began his career as a chartered surveyor and joined Barratt Homes five years ago after holding senior roles at Bett Homes. The East Scotland team also welcomes new operations director Andrew Morrison. Morrison was previously construction director at Bellway Homes, where he was responsible for the management and delivery of the whole construction process across all of the house builder’s Scottish developments. The senior moves and appointments follow consistent growth and acquisition of new sites for the East Scotland team, as well as supporting its continued investment in new developments across Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife. Barratt Homes has a number of new sites launching later in 2018, including St Clement’s Wells in Wallyford, and Preston Square in Prestonpans, East Lothian, as well as Harwood Park in Livingston.
POD, the estate and block management company, has announced the appointment of two new senior members, both joining the company from FirstPort, the UK’s largest managing agent. While Ryan Collier will take the position of Operations Director, Andrew Froy will become the Director of Business Development. Ryan Collier holds a comprehensive understanding of large and complex buildings, regularly providing valuable consultancy to developers throughout his previous roles, to help them optimise the design and delivery of new build developments, and ensure efficient building management. “I am totally on board with POD’s vision and goal to enhance the lives of those who live in our buildings and am excited to have the opportunity to apply my experience of working with the country’s major freehold investors, housebuilders and build -to-rent providers to continue growing the business and establish an enviable reputation, built on an innovative approach to management,” said Collier. Andrew Froy is a highly experienced professional with notable accolades including securing over £350,000 of annual management fees and the successful launch of an in-house Facilities Management company at a previous firm. “I’m delighted to join David and the rest of the POD team at what is a very exciting time for a relatively new business. I look forward to building a trusted customer base and providing first-class customer service, underpinned by POD’s unique values,” said Andrew about his appointment. “We’re delighted to have such high calibre additions to our senior team. We identified a need to modernise and revolutionise the sector and I am extremely encouraged by the response we’re experiencing, particularly in larger developments and the build-to-rent sector. We’re at a very exciting stage and it’s the ideal time to be strengthening our growth by building a team of talented professionals with ambition and a hunger that echo my own,” said David Goldberg, POD’s founder and CEO. POD Management as launched in 2017 and it combines expert developer consultancy with tailored, customer focused estate and block management. Harnessing unprecedented expertise to deliver a modern, technologically focused approach to home management, POD will prioritise its customers’ needs, providing an exceptional level of service, unrivalled by the rest of the industry.
In May 2018, the British Coatings Federation (BCF) held their Annual Conference and Gala Dinner in Oxford. During the event, outgoing BCF President Vincent O’Sullivan, of PPG Architectural Coatings handed over presidency of the BCF to David Beckford, of Pronto Industrial Paints. Commenting on his new role, David said: “The coatings industry faces a number of challenges, including the uncertainty surrounding Brexit, the defence of TiO2 and continued pressure on raw material prices. It’s in times like these we need our trade associations, and I know the BCF will continue to work hard on our behalf to ensure that we have the support and knowledge to be able to adapt accordingly, so that we continue to grow and prosper as an association and industry.” Vincent O’Sullivan thanked the BCF team and said it had been an honour and a privilege to serve as BCF President and that he was incredibly proud of the achievements of the BCF during his term. The Gala Dinner followed a day long business conference, with topics ranging from the political and economic position of the coatings industry, recruiting and retaining talent, to apprenticeships and sustainability. The afternoon focussed on cybersecurity and how to protect your business online, and a review of the last 12 months from BCF completed the programme. Tom Bowtell, BCF’s Chief Executive commented: “I’ve really enjoyed working with Vincent O’Sullivan as President – he’s challenged myself and the team to take things to the next level, and I look forward to working with David Beckford as we continue working on Brexit and other challenges, to support the future prosperity of the UK coatings industry.”
International real estate advisor Savills has today (29th June 2016) announced the acquisition of specialist residential management business Chainbow Ltd. Established in 1989 by Chairman and Chief Executive Roger Southam, Chainbow employs 28 members of staff, all of whom will join Savills with immediate effect, including managing director, Nigel Bosworth, and associate directors Gail Lawrence and Niccie Storr. Chainbow specialises in the residential block management, private rented and build to rent sectors providing property management and consultancy services to a range of clients including Taylor Wimpey, Englander Group and Westrock. Mark Ridley, CEO of Savills UK and Europe, comments: “Chainbow has an established and well-respected reputation across the property management spectrum, particularly in the residential and estates arena, which will both complement and enhance our existing offer.” Nick Herward, head of property management at Savills, says: “Property management is a key service line for our business and the integration of Roger, Nigel and their team will be a superb catalyst to augment our leading Central London offer, as well as the wider national management division. Furthermore, this acquisition demonstrates our continued commitment to providing clients with a diverse and best in class service.” Roger Southam, Chairman and Chief Executive of Chainbow, adds: “We are very excited to be joining Savills and are looking forward to the opportunity to expand the service we already offer as part of a national team. Both companies have a wealth of experience in the property management industry, which combined, will really create a formidable force.” In addition to Chainbow, Savills also acquired specialist London commercial property management business Collier & Madge in May 2015. Source link
Leading independent construction, property and management consultant, Rider Levett Bucknall UK (RLB UK), has announced today the appointment of industry expert Steve Gillingham as Partner and National Head of Public Sector, with immediate effect. Steve joins RLB from Mace where he was most recently Regional Director responsible for strategic and operational management in the North of England and Scotland. Alongside his National Head of Public Sector role, Steve will support the continued rapid growth of RLB’s regional business in Manchester. Commenting on Steve’s appointment, Dean Sheehy, RLB UK Board Director, said: “We are delighted to welcome Steve as a Partner to RLB. Having worked across many sectors, from commercial and residential to urban regeneration, his appointment as National Head of Public Sector will continue to strengthen our relationships with local authority clients across our UK business. Joining our senior management team in Manchester, Steve’s extensive experience and knowledge, including his role on the board of the Northern Powerhouse, will be a fantastic addition for RLB.” Steve Gillingham, added: “RLB’s exceptional growth over the last few years attracted me to the business. I am looking forward to driving customer service and delivery with our Public Sector clients across the UK, and adding to our strong presence in Manchester.”
Arbor Forest Products (AFP) has strengthened its presence in the Midlands and East Anglia regions after appointing experienced softwood specialist Antony Considine as its new sales representative. The appointment signals AFP’s intentions to build on its recent growth and success, and firm up its reputation as the leading timber supplier in all areas of the UK. Mr Considine, 42, brings 12 years of timber trade experience to the team, and a strong track record of selling prepared softwood, softwood skirting, architraves and MDF moulding. Mr Considine said: “I am looking forward to working for a company that I have always admired from afar, and having seen the investment and stock on the ground it is clear why customers choose AFP over others. I would like to think that I will bring in good business for AFP in an area of the country that I haven’t worked in before – a fresh pair of eyes can be a great thing.” National sales manager Matthew Dack added: “Mr Considine has the ideal blend of experience, expertise, energy and enthusiasm for this role. We are very excited about working with him and we are certain he will flourish in the role of Midlands and East Anglia sales representative for Arbor Forest Products.”
A-Plant has appointed Barry Furlong to run its formwork, falsework and groundwork hire business, Leada Acrow. Barry Furlong has been in the formwork and scaffolding industry for 30 years. He recently moved back to the UK after 20 years in the Middle East. His most recent position was in Oman, where he was general manager for RMD Kwikform. Before that, he worked for Harsco Infrastructure for 20 years, latterly as director of its United Arab Emirates business. At Leada Acrow he replaces Simon Coveney, who joined from Peri in 2013. “I am delighted to be joining Leada Acrow, a company with a great history and a fantastic looking future,” Mr Furlong said. “Supported by the Ashtead Group and with a strong business partner in Meva, the numerous opportunities this combination offered were major influences for me to take up this position. Leada Acrow has an impressive hire fleet of equipment and the team is amongst the most experienced in the industry, so I am looking forward to the time ahead and using my experience to help develop new and existing markets for Leada Acrow.” Above: Barry Furlong
International real estate advisor Savills has expanded its Prime Estates team with the appointment of Jonathan Channing who will join as a director at the firm’s Margaret Street office on the 5 October 2015. Jonathan has over 15 years experience in property management and will lead the block management service as part of the Prime Estates division at Savills. He joins from Farrar Property Management where he was head of block management, which he grew from a small business employing four property managers to a team of 24 staff with over 250 blocks under management. John Dyer, director in Savills Prime Estates team, comments: “We are delighted Jonathan will be joining the team to focus and further strengthen our Block Management service. We have seen a growing demand for this provision and believe that Jonathan’s strong experience and track record will help us to provide a best in class offer for our clients.” Savills Prime Estates provides property management services for charities, financial institutions, landowning estates and high net worth individuals. With over £2 billion’s worth of assets and more that 3,500 properties under management, key clients include The Crown Estate, M&G Real Estate, The Wellcome Trust and Tesco.