We take our weekly look at some of the appointments and promotions across the housebuilding industry and its supply chain.
Chris Birakos, Churchill Retirement Living
Churchill Retirement Living has opened a new regional office in Bristol and appointed a new regional head of land, Chris Birakos. He brings a wealth of regional knowledge and expertise, with over a decade of experience in senior land development roles in Bristol and the surrounding area. He said: “I’m looking forward to getting our new Bristol office up and running.”
Rob Clubbe, Harron Homes
Harron Homes has welcomed Rob Clubbe to its North Midlands region as marketing coordinator. After completing a BA in Marketing from Wolverhampton University, Rob started his career on a graduate scheme at Beazer Homes almost 30 years ago, followed by roles at Persimmon, Berkeley, Countryside, Crest Nicholson, and Avant.
Tim Carpenter, Durkan
Durkan has promoted group new business director Tim Carpenter to managing director of construction. He joined the company just over a year ago and will succeed Jim Briggs, who is retiring after 44 years with Durkan, including more than eight years as managing director. Before joining Durkan, Carpenter was managing director at Mears New Homes.
Frances Skinner, Linden Homes
Four years after joining Linden Homes as a senior sales executive, Frances Skinner has been promoted to sales manager for the Scarborough region, along with a newly appointed four-strong sales team. With 20 years’ industry experience, her passion for property started after taking on her renovation project whilst working full-time in vehicle sales.
Three appointments, McCarthy Stone
McCarthy Stone, has boosted its land team with three new senior appointments. James Hanna has joined as land director in McCarthy Stone’s Special Projects team; Phil Isherwood has joined as land director for the Midlands; Gareth Owen has re-joined McCarthy Stone as land director after two years as land & partnerships director for Keepmoat Homes.
Multiple appointments, Redrow
Redrow Lancashire has appointed Tom Phillips to the role of customer service manager; Ash Turner is now area sales manager; Rebecca Hornbuckle has been promoted to marketing manager; Pete Cox has been appointed chief quantity surveyor. In addition to the promotions, Paul Aaron, 54, has received a long service award for 25 years as a Redrow employee.
Michelle Davies, Rollalong
Modular manufacturer Rollalong has appointed a new manufacturing director. Michelle Davies joins the senior team bringing with her years of expertise in various manufacturing management roles. She said: “Rollalong is a successful company employing skilled local people. The team has been great in welcoming me and helping me understand all things modular!”
Helen Asteris, Savills
Savills has strengthened its new homes team in Southampton with the appointment of Helen Asteris as head of the department, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience. Prior to joining Savills, she successfully ran the new homes team at Fox and Sons where she held the role of area partner from 2014, covering a region of 20 offices that spanned Hampshire, Dorset and Wiltshire.
Adil Riaz, Principle Estate Management
A skilled property manager with more than ten years’ experience, Adil Riaz has been recruited by Principle Estate Management. He joins from HML Property and has previous experience at Centrick Property, Countrywide Estate Management, Scanlans and Mainstay. He graduated in Law in 2004 from the University of Central England, now Birmingham City University.
Steve Hazlehurst, Omega PLC
British kitchen manufacturer Omega PLC has announced the appointment of Steve Hazlehurst as head of marketing. New to the kitchen sector, he comes with over 20 years’ experience in strategic and consumer facing marketing, and brand positioning roles within the fashion and sports performance sector. He stated: “This is a very exciting time to be joining Omega PLC.”
