{"id":16911,"date":"2022-05-09T15:18:11","date_gmt":"2022-05-09T15:18:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/londondrywall.co.uk\/?page_id=16911"},"modified":"2024-01-19T13:30:09","modified_gmt":"2024-01-19T13:30:09","slug":"who-we-are","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/londondrywall.co.uk\/staging\/who-we-are\/","title":{"rendered":"Who We Are"},"content":{"rendered":"

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London Drywall was founded in 1999 and, since then, has earned a strong reputation for delivering quality projects on time and on-budget.<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”27″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]The company has been led by MD John Conway since the very beginning. Over the years, we have won a loyal client-base and have built a dedicated team<\/a> of expert staff, all of whom are motivated by our core values of excellence and high standards.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”40″ down=”0″]Meet the team<\/i><\/a>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1705412680368{background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][vc_single_image image=”17304″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column offset=”vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md”][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”10%” down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

London Drywall was founded in 1999 and, since then, has earned a strong reputation for delivering quality projects on time and on-budget.<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”27″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]The company has been led by MD John Conway since the very beginning. Over the years, we have won a loyal client-base and have built a dedicated team<\/a> of expert staff, all of whom are motivated by our core values of excellence and high standards.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”27″ down=”0″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”parallax” parallax_content_width=”in_grid” text_align=”left” full_screen_section_height=”no” background_image=”16079″ section_height=”420″][vc_column width=”1\/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”100″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Experienced managers<\/span><\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”25″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]Most of our project and site managers have come through the tools, giving them valuable insights into the realities of construction and fit-out projects.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”120″ down=”0″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”100″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Quality Guaranteed<\/span><\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”25″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]We will outperform the requirements of BS8212 and will design work to a \u2018zero visible tolerance\u2019, guaranteeing the very highest levels of performance that prestigious projects demand.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”80″ down=”0″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”100″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Proactive<\/span><\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”25″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]Our staff are empowered to work in partnership with project stakeholders to resolve any issues quickly and to everyone\u2019s best advantage, thereby avoiding conflict and delay.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”80″ down=”0″][\/vc_column][vc_column offset=”vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md”][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”25″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]Most of our project and site managers have come through the tools, giving them valuable insights into the realities of construction and fit-out projects.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”25″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]We will outperform the requirements of BS8212 and will design work to a \u2018zero visible tolerance\u2019, guaranteeing the very highest levels of performance that prestigious projects demand.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”25″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]Our staff are empowered to work in partnership with project stakeholders to resolve any issues quickly and to everyone\u2019s best advantage, thereby avoiding conflict and delay.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”25″ down=”0″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” row_negative_margin=”disable_negative_margin” anchor=”team” z_index=”” el_id=”team” padding_top=”25″ el_class=”team”][vc_column][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”45″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Meet the team<\/h2>\n

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London-Drywall-11_Andrew-Hopkins

Andrew joined LDW in 2008 and has overall responsibility for responsive financial reporting and management, cost advice and the preparation of tender returns.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: BA (Hons) Business Management with Urban Development.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Andrew Hopkins<\/h3>Commercial Director<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-3_Craig-Milton-White

Since joining in 2006, Craig has built up a wealth of drywall experience, managed complex projects and delivered exceptional quality on site.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: SMSTS Safety Certificate, NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management, First Aid.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Craig Milton White<\/h3>Project Director<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-33_David-Felscer

Highly proficient in all forms of 2D & 3D commercial design software, David incorporates buildability, acoustics, fire and aesthetics, into fully coordinated, BIM compliant construction drawings.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: BA (Hons) Interior Architecture.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

David Felcser<\/h3>Design Director<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Wall-John-Conway

John has been our Managing Director since 2007. He has board level responsibility for managing operational teams, project delivery and Health & Safety. John promotes a pro-active, \u2018total team\u2019 approach to problem solving, resulting in work that delights our clients.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: SMSTS Safety Certificate.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

John Conway<\/h3>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-13_Jamie-Lewis

Jamie has over 30 years of drywall expertise, Jamie progressed from Project Manager to Project Director, before first being appointed to the board as Contracts Director.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: SMSTS Safety Certificate, Directors Role for Health & Safety.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Jamie Lewis<\/h3>Construction Director<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-1_Robert-Davey

Robert first joined us in 2007. He has excellent people management skills and excels at the effective coordination of subcontractors thanks to many years of logistics and construction experience.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: SMSTS Safety Certificate, NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management, First Aid.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Robert Davey<\/h3>Project Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Wall-Nick-Lawrence

Nick\u2019s eye for detail, fantastic systems analysis skills and years of NHS internal auditing experience have helped us implement systems that have achieved ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: CMIIA, OU Managing the Health Service qualification.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Nick Lawrence<\/h3>Senior Technical Service Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall—Paul-C

Paul\u2019s excellent organisational skills and commitment to quality have seen him progress from Logistics to Project Director.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: SMSTS Safety Certificate, NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management, NVQ Level 3 Advanced Construction \u2013 Supervision, FIRAS managerial trained.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Paul Campbell<\/h3>Project Director<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-9_Amanda-Byrne

Amanda joined the company soon after its inception and has overall responsibility for our effective financial management, accounting and reporting, including strategic financial planning and forecasting. In 2006 Amanda joined the board as Finance Director.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: ACMA qualified.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Amanda Innes<\/h3>Finance Director<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-5_Farhaz-Mussa

Farhaz\u2019s technical understanding of detailing and drawing production, combined with expertise in 2D\/3D software and BIM modelling and protocols, make him a valued member of our team.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: BSc (Hons) in Architectural Technology. <\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Farhaz Mussa<\/h3>Design Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-2_Paul-Carter

Having spent over 10 years managing our onsite safety, Paul\u2019s enthusiastic attitude and wide practical experience helps him solve any issues promptly and effectively.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: NEBOSH, PASMA, NVQ Level 3 in Site Supervision, PAT Tester.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Paul Carter<\/h3>Health & Safety Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Wall-Tom-applegate

Supporting the management team in a variety of operational decisions, Tom\u2019s commercial training and analysis skills provide us with valuable insights and financial information.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: First class degree \u2013 BSc Commercial Management (Quantity Surveying).<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Tom Applegate<\/h3>Senior Commercial Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-4_Ricky-Cunningham

Ricky worked as a ceiling fixer and dryliner for 19 years and brings a wealth of experience to every job. He now organises and supervises our teams, ensuring they execute the highest quality of finish.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 CSCS, NVQ Level 2 Dry lining, SMSTS Certified.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Ricky Cunningham<\/h3>Project Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-32_Connor-Lawrenson

Connor excels at ensuring all protocols and best practices are followed on site, maintaining our impeccable safety record.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: SMSTS & NEBOSH qualified, First Aid, Level 6 NVQ in Construction Contracting Operations Management, APM Project Fundamentals.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Connor Lawrenson<\/h3>Project Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Harry-9378_web

Harry gets involved with projects at their earliest stage, working closely with our team to forecast costs, prepare budgets and price tender documents.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: BSc Geography.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Harry Courtney<\/h3>Estimator<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Dale-9449_web

Dale brings a wealth of experience to every project, having spent 38 years in the business. He coordinates day-to-day operations, ensuring that work is done safely, on time, within budget and to stringent quality standards.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Drylining and Suspended Ceilings, SMSTS, First Aid.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Dale Merrin<\/h3>Site Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Wall-24—Charlie-Merrin.psd

Charlie was promoted from his earlier role of Fixer in 2021. He now assists with coordinating day-to-day logistics on site.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Charlie Merrin<\/h3>Assistant Site Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Frankie-Jones

Since joining us in March 2022, Charlie has been assisting our Senior Commercial Manager Tom Applegate with financial reporting and management.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: BTEC Level 3 Business (Distinction).<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Frankie Jones<\/h3>Trainee Commercial Assistant<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Wall-79—Bobby-Weight

Since joining London Drywall in March 2022, he has been responsible for financial reporting and management.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: HNC in Quantity Surveying, AAT (Level 3).<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Bobby Weight<\/h3>Commercial Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Wall-181—Daniel-Duggan

With over 20 years\u2019 experience in the construction industry, Daniel joined London Drywall in February 2022 as a Project Manager.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification, NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management, First Aid.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Daniel Duggan<\/h3>Project Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Wall-Jack-Tull

Jack joined London Drywall recently and has already been named Manager of the Month by ISG for his work on our project at 21 Moorfields.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: HNC Construction Management, First Aid, SMSTS.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Jack Tull<\/h3>Assistant Site Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Wall-Danny-Merriman

Danny started in the industry as an Assistant Site Supervisor before being promoted to Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a drywall company. He recently joined us as Assistant Commercial Manager.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: BSc and Msc in Social Sciences, CSCS Health & Safety Qualification.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Danny Merriman<\/h3>Assistant Commercial Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Dry-Wall-Mircea-Gancea

Mircea has nearly a decade\u2019s experience in our industry, started as a general labourer at a joinery firm and progressing to the role of Logistics Manager.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: Certificate of Higher Education, SMSTS (CITB), NVQ 6 in Construction Contracting Operations Management, First Aid.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Mircea Gancea<\/h3>Logistics Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall-Harvey-Perkin

Harvey\u2019s responsible for site management, first aid & fire marshal training, managing our operatives and training database, maintaining subcontractor records, helping to update H&S procedures and processing subcontractor payment schedules.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: BA in Business Management. Trained in Legionella, Face Fit and BG.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Harvey Perkin<\/h3>Technical Services Administrator<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall—Martyn-Wright

Martyn joined London Drywall in October 2023 as a Project Manager, working as a member of our Project Leapfrog team. With many years\u2019 industry experience, Martyn has strong organisational skills and is driven by delivering quality results.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Ceiling Fixing \/ Drylining. Training in the Site Management Safety Training Scheme and first aid.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Martyn Wright<\/h3>Project Manager<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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London-Drywall—Chris-Page

Chris joined us in November 2023 as a Quantity Surveyor. He has extensive experience of quantity surveying for multi-million-pound projects. He is particularly skilled at working on external fa\u00e7ade packages, internal ceilings and partition work.<\/p>\n

Qualifications: HNC Level 4 Construction; Extended Diploma in Business Studies. Training in Asbestos Awareness and BG.<\/i><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Chris Page<\/h3>Quantity Surveyor<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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