As Managing Director and founder of Kingsley Build Group, Kingsley provides strategic leadership across the business, setting the vision, direction, and standards that underpin every project delivered. With extensive experience across construction, operations, and client leadership, he plays a pivotal role in driving growth, maintaining quality, and ensuring exceptional service at every level of the organisation.

Kingsley is frequently on the road, conducting high-level meetings across the UK and Ireland with senior stakeholders, including representatives from National Parks, local authorities, and CEOs of high-profile organisations. These engagements are central to building long-term partnerships, understanding complex client requirements, and ensuring that Kingsley Build Group consistently delivers an outstanding, tailored service.

Highly commercial and client-focused, Kingsley is closely involved in pre-construction strategy, major project negotiations, and key decision-making, ensuring that projects are commercially sound, operationally deliverable, and aligned with client expectations. His ability to combine big-picture thinking with a detailed understanding of construction delivery sets a clear standard across the business.

Respected for his leadership style, Kingsley fosters a culture of accountability, professionalism, and collaboration. He works closely with directors, managers, and site teams to ensure consistent performance, strong governance, and continuous improvement across all departments.

With a reputation for reliability, integrity, and results, Kingsley remains hands-on at a strategic level, maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners while steering the business toward sustained growth and excellence.

As Technical Director and co-owner of Kingsley Build Group, James is responsible for ensuring projects meet the highest technical standards, comply fully with regulatory requirements, and continue to drive innovation across the business.

With a background in Architecture and vast experience in the construction industry, James has worked across an exceptionally wide range of sectors, and there is very little he has not encountered during his career. His experience spans commercial, custodial, healthcare, retail, leisure, education, aviation, and residential projects, including large-scale refurbishments for banks, schools, retail units, and commercial buildings.

James has designed and delivered projects for numerous high-profile UK and global organisations, including Starbucks, Tesco, Nationwide Building Society, Gatwick Airport, Ecolab, B&Q, McDonald’s, and the NHS. In addition to design leadership, he has extensive experience in tender writing, building surveys, and pre-construction services, supporting clients from early feasibility through to project delivery.

He has worked on listed buildings and sensitive sites, developing planning and building regulations packages for projects ranging from small-scale developments to complex, large-scale schemes. James has also successfully project managed highly complex construction works, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring quality, programme, health and safety, and compliance requirements are consistently achieved.

An expert user of Revit and AutoCAD, James has extensive experience utilising BIM to produce high-quality, coordinated drawing packages across all stages of construction. He holds a BSc, SMSTS, CSCS, and a wide range of additional professional certifications, and is currently working towards Chartered status.

James leads a multidisciplinary workforce of over 50 staff and excels at managing multiple projects simultaneously, bringing clarity, technical rigour, and practical construction insight to every stage of the build process.

Our Senior Commercial Manager brings a wealth of industry knowledge and commercial expertise, having successfully owned and managed his own construction company for over 10 years. With extensive experience in commercial and contract management, he has overseen construction projects valued at up to £700,000, managing every stage from tendering, estimating and procurement through to cost control, final accounts and successful project delivery.

Highly knowledgeable, commercially astute and solutions-driven, he has a proven track record of maximising project value, mitigating commercial risk and maintaining strong financial control throughout the project lifecycle. Well connected within the construction industry, he has built trusted relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors, enabling projects to be delivered collaboratively, efficiently and to the highest standards.

His practical experience, strategic commercial insight and strong leadership skills make him a valuable asset to both our team and our clients, ensuring every project is delivered professionally, on budget, on programme and with a focus on achieving the best possible commercial outcomes.

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Seb has been a key part of the business for over nine years and plays a central role in driving operational performance across the company. As Operations Manager, he is responsible for overseeing project delivery, maintaining high standards on site, and ensuring that works are planned, resourced, and executed efficiently.

Known for his meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising approach to quality, Seb sets clear expectations and leads by example. He recently led the successful delivery of a seven-figure Stage 1 project in Ireland, demonstrating strong leadership, technical competence, and a consistent focus on quality, safety, and programme control.

Working closely with senior management, site teams, and subcontractors, Seb ensures that operational processes are robust, risks are managed effectively, and projects are delivered in line with client expectations. His practical, hands-on background allows him to maintain a strong presence across live sites while supporting continuous improvement throughout the business.

Seb holds a wide range of operational and safety-focused qualifications, including SSSTS, Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, Harness Safety, Powerboat Stage 2, PA6, Chainsaw Tickets, Lantra Highways Crash Barrier Supervisor, Streetworks, PEV Cleared and Level 3 First Aid, supporting his ability to manage complex operations safely and effectively.

Beth is the Office Manager and a central pillar of the business, known for her exceptional organisation, attention to detail, and ability to keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes. Highly professional and confident in all forms of communication, she is often the first point of contact for clients and partners, ensuring clarity, efficiency, and a consistently high standard of service.

She manages all appointments, emails, and administrative workflows, maintains the company’s CRM system, and oversees workforce scheduling and vehicle tracking. Her role is critical in supporting operational planning and providing real-time coordination that enables site teams and management to work efficiently and without disruption.

Beth is technically proficient and highly capable across a wide range of systems, with outstanding skills in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and cloud-based business platforms. Her strong data management, reporting, and process-streamlining abilities support informed decision-making across the business.

She holds an ILM Level 5 Award in Leadership & Management, with additional training in building sustainable teams and mental health awareness for managers. Beth also brings strong project and service delivery capability, holding ITIL® Foundation, Core Project Management skills, and Data Visualisation training. Her advanced communication skills, combined with Emergency First Aid at Work and Fire Warden & Fire Safety qualifications, further reinforce her role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and well-managed workplace.

With a proactive mindset and calm, methodical approach, Beth ensures systems, schedules, and communications remain structured and reliable, making her an essential contributor to the company’s day-to-day operations and continued growth.

As the company’s first hire, Josh has been integral to the business from its earliest days and continues to play a key role in its ongoing success. As Quality Control Manager, he brings extensive experience in quality assurance, job planning, and logistics, providing a structured and methodical approach across all projects.

Josh works closely with site managers, subcontractors, and senior leadership to ensure works are planned correctly, materials and resources are coordinated effectively, and quality standards are consistently met or exceeded. His ability to oversee processes from early planning through to final delivery helps minimise risk, prevent defects, and ensure smooth project execution.

A highly skilled woodworker with a strong attention to detail, Josh sets the benchmark for workmanship across the business. His hands-on knowledge allows him to identify potential issues early, implement corrective measures, and support site teams in maintaining high-quality outcomes throughout every stage of construction.

Josh holds a wide range of industry-recognised qualifications, including Powerboat Stage 2, Streetworks Supervisor, Lantra Crash Barrier Supervisor and Level 3 First Aid trained reinforcing his commitment to safety, compliance, and best practice across all operational environments.

Tom is an experienced Contracts Manager with over 20 years in the construction industry, delivering projects across a wide range of sectors. With a strong commercial background and a practical understanding of site operations, Tom plays a key role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and to the highest standard.

Known as an outstanding communicator, Tom excels at building strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and site teams. His clear, pragmatic approach allows him to resolve issues quickly, manage risk effectively, and keep projects moving forward even in challenging circumstances.

As a Contracts Manager, Tom is responsible for overseeing contractual obligations from pre-construction through to final account, including cost control, procurement, change management, and dispute avoidance. He brings a calm, solutions-focused mindset to every project, ensuring commercial objectives are met while maintaining quality, programme, and safety.

Tom’s depth of experience, attention to detail, and commitment to collaboration make him a trusted figure for both clients and project teams alike, consistently contributing to successful project outcomes.

Our Contracts Manager brings a wealth of practical construction experience, with a strong background in successfully delivering projects across a wide range of sectors. With extensive expertise in project and contract management, he oversees every stage of the construction process, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest standards of quality.

Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused, he excels at coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients to ensure seamless project delivery. His strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously enable him to overcome challenges efficiently while maintaining excellent client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Well respected within the construction industry, he has built strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors, helping to ensure projects are delivered collaboratively and efficiently. His leadership, professionalism and commitment to excellence make him a valued member of our team, consistently delivering successful outcomes and exceeding client expectations.

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Aaron joined the business in 2019 and has since established himself as a highly capable and well-organised Site Manager, known for his structured approach, technical competence, and strong leadership on site. He manages a wide range of construction projects, consistently ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality.

He plays a key role in the delivery of our modular and specialist construction projects, including bespoke cedar lodges and purpose-built structures. These projects require detailed planning, careful coordination of trades, and close control of programme and quality, all of which Aaron manages with confidence and professionalism.

With a strong hands-on background and broad technical skill set, Aaron is highly effective in overseeing day-to-day site operations, managing subcontractors, and maintaining clear communication with project teams. His organised, methodical working style ensures sites remain compliant, well-run, and productive at all times.

Aaron holds a wide range of operational and safety-focused qualifications, including SSSTS, Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, Harness Safety, Powerboat Stage 2, PA6, Chainsaw Tickets, Lantra Highways Crash Barrier Supervisor, Streetworks, PEV Cleared and Level 3 First Aid, supporting his ability to manage complex operations safely and effectively.

Reliable, proactive, and solutions-focused, Aaron is a trusted Site Manager who consistently contributes to the successful delivery of construction projects across the business.

Our Sales Coordinator brings a customer-focused approach and exceptional organisational skills, drawing on a successful background in the travel industry where delivering outstanding customer service, building lasting relationships and managing complex client requirements were at the heart of her role.

As the first point of contact for many of our clients, she plays a key role in supporting our sales team, coordinating enquiries, preparing quotations, scheduling appointments and ensuring seamless communication throughout the customer journey. Her attention to detail, proactive approach and ability to manage multiple priorities help ensure every enquiry is handled efficiently and professionally.

Known for her friendly and approachable nature, she is committed to providing an excellent customer experience while building strong relationships with clients, suppliers and colleagues alike. Her excellent communication skills, organisation and dedication make her an invaluable member of the Kingsley Build Group team, helping to deliver the high level of service our clients have come to expect.

Gavin has been a vital part of the team for over five years and is a highly experienced Groundworks and Landscaping Supervisor, combining strong technical ability with effective on-site leadership. With extensive experience in both machine operation and team management, he plays a key role in the successful delivery of complex groundworks and landscaping packages across a wide range of projects.

In his role, Gavin leads and coordinates groundworks and landscaping teams, overseeing earthworks, drainage, foundations, external works, and finishing elements to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. His in-depth understanding of site conditions, sequencing, and plant operations allows him to plan works effectively while maintaining productivity and quality.

Gavin is particularly skilled in heavy plant operation, including the use of 360 excavators up to 20 tonnes, and applies this expertise to support his teams and maintain safe working practices on site. He is highly organised and proactive, ensuring works are programmed correctly, risks are managed, and health and safety standards are consistently upheld.

He holds recognised qualifications including 360 20 Tonne Digger, CSCS, and Streetworks, supporting his ability to manage groundworks operations in live and challenging site environments.

Reliable, knowledgeable, and respected by his teams, Gavin is a key member of the site management structure and continues to make a significant contribution to the quality and efficiency of our groundworks and landscaping projects.

Our Site Manager brings extensive hands-on construction experience, with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects across a wide range of sectors. Responsible for the day-to-day management of site operations, he ensures all works are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality, while maintaining programme deadlines, budgets and client expectations.

Holding a CSCS Black Managers Card, SMSTS, Asbestos Awareness, and a range of industry-recognised health and safety qualifications, he has a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, site compliance and best practice. His technical knowledge and commitment to maintaining safe working environments ensure every project is delivered to the highest professional standards.

Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused, he has significant experience coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives to ensure projects run smoothly from mobilisation through to handover. His strong leadership, communication skills and attention to detail enable him to effectively manage resources, resolve site challenges and maintain quality throughout every stage of the build.

Respected by clients, consultants and subcontractors alike, he has built a reputation for professionalism, reliability and delivering successful outcomes. His practical experience, commitment to excellence and focus on health, safety and quality make him a key member of our team and a trusted leader on site.

Our Site Manager brings extensive hands-on construction experience, with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects across a wide range of sectors. Responsible for the day-to-day management of site operations, he ensures all works are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality, while maintaining programme deadlines, budgets and client expectations.

Holding a CSCS Black Managers Card, SMSTS, Asbestos Awareness, and a range of industry-recognised health and safety qualifications, he has a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, site compliance and best practice. His technical knowledge and commitment to maintaining safe working environments ensure every project is delivered to the highest professional standards.

Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused, he has significant experience coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives to ensure projects run smoothly from mobilisation through to handover. His strong leadership, communication skills and attention to detail enable him to effectively manage resources, resolve site challenges and maintain quality throughout every stage of the build.

Respected by clients, consultants and subcontractors alike, he has built a reputation for professionalism, reliability and delivering successful outcomes. His practical experience, commitment to excellence and focus on health, safety and quality make him a key member of our team and a trusted leader on site.

Our Site Manager brings extensive hands-on construction experience, with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects across a wide range of sectors. Responsible for the day-to-day management of site operations, he ensures all works are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality, while maintaining programme deadlines, budgets and client expectations.

Holding a CSCS Black Managers Card, SMSTS, Asbestos Awareness, and a range of industry-recognised health and safety qualifications, he has a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, site compliance and best practice. His technical knowledge and commitment to maintaining safe working environments ensure every project is delivered to the highest professional standards.

Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused, he has significant experience coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives to ensure projects run smoothly from mobilisation through to handover. His strong leadership, communication skills and attention to detail enable him to effectively manage resources, resolve site challenges and maintain quality throughout every stage of the build.

Respected by clients, consultants and subcontractors alike, he has built a reputation for professionalism, reliability and delivering successful outcomes. His practical experience, commitment to excellence and focus on health, safety and quality make him a key member of our team and a trusted leader on site.

Our Site Manager brings extensive hands-on construction experience, with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects across a wide range of sectors. Responsible for the day-to-day management of site operations, he ensures all works are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality, while maintaining programme deadlines, budgets and client expectations.

Holding a CSCS Black Managers Card, SMSTS, Asbestos Awareness, and a range of industry-recognised health and safety qualifications, he has a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, site compliance and best practice. His technical knowledge and commitment to maintaining safe working environments ensure every project is delivered to the highest professional standards.

Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused, he has significant experience coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives to ensure projects run smoothly from mobilisation through to handover. His strong leadership, communication skills and attention to detail enable him to effectively manage resources, resolve site challenges and maintain quality throughout every stage of the build.

Respected by clients, consultants and subcontractors alike, he has built a reputation for professionalism, reliability and delivering successful outcomes. His practical experience, commitment to excellence and focus on health, safety and quality make him a key member of our team and a trusted leader on site.