RED Construction London
RED Construction London is the solution to complex construction in the capital.
The city’s heritage and scale present unique construction challenges, all of which RED London overcomes with expertise, innovation and integrity.
Our London team has extensive experience delivering new-build and fit-out schemes that enrich surrounding neighbourhoods and boroughs, alongside considered restoration work.
RED’s portfolio in the capital includes a range of landmark projects, such as the UK debut of an international hotel brand in Waterloo, a residential conversion and extension in the capital’s SW12 area, and a state-of-the-art restoration of a mixed-use development in the heart of Soho.
RED London is adept in working methods to reduce carbon footprint and offer a tangible positive impact. Local engagement is also key, with our team sensitively integrating projects with the surrounding environment to make a meaningful contribution to the communities in which RED London works.
Our London Team
Mark Iori
Managing Director London
Before joining RED in 2022 Mark had worked in the construction industry for over 30 years, expediently progressing to Construction Director and working on many iconic schemes in London. Thereafter Mark has both lead and founded companies. With a wealth of experience Mark has a hands on approach which instils confidence and encourages personable and collaborative working.
Sam Hewitt
Commercial Director
Tony O’Farrell
Director
Tony O’Farrell has developed his career alongside the RED team, first working with Co-Founder Graham Sturge in a work placement position at a mainstream contractor. After finishing university, Tony garnered experience at several firms before joining RED Construction Group in 2016 as the company’s first employee. He was appointed as Operations Director in 2019, recognising the value and success he continues to bring to the business.
Jim McKenna
Director
Jim has nearly 40 years experience of delivering projects in Central London and the Southeast, ranging in value from £5m to £200m. Early career experience of delivering mission critical projects at AELTCC has given Jim a driven attitude of delivering on his promises. He has held senior management positions with a number of notable contractors, such as ISG, John Sisk & Wates, joining the RED team in February 2021.
James Bardwell
Director
James has extensive construction experience across all sectors within the industry, starting as a site engineer he progressed throughout his career to an Operations Director. His experience involves leading schemes with ISG, L&Q and McLaren, giving him a wealth of knowledge and ability to deliver projects, as well as understanding how to achieve the best value for clients.
Toby Yonge
Design Director
Toby Yonge joined RED Construction Group in 2020 as Design Director. Starting in his career 22 years ago as a graduate engineer, Toby moved into structural engineering, which led to involvement in delivering London’s iconic Shard skyscraper. He brings a wealth of experience to RED across refurbishments, mixed-used and new-build projects. As part of his current role, Toby is championing RED’s sustainability strategy and driving BREEAM processes across various projects.
Matt Wallbank
Pre-Construction Director
Matt joined RED in October 2022 to provide strategic leadership and direction to the pre-construction function. He offers 20 years’ experience managing and leading bids for main contractors Osborne and Wates in both the private and public sectors, on values ranging from £5 million to £120 million. Matt has an honest and collaborative approach with customers, consultants and supply chain, to develop the best solutions and form long term relationships built on trust.
Jim Lomas-Farley
Business Development Director
A business development and marketing specialist, Jim Lomas-Farley worked for over 40 years with some of the UK’s most successful contractors such as Bovis, Alfred McAlpine, Kier and Vinci. He has focused upon the development of long-standing productive relationships based on commitment and trust. Jim has worked closely with a wide range of clients engaged in everything from motorway and pipeline construction to major hospitals and award winning commercial, retail, leisure and residential developments. Jim began working for RED in 2019 and recently joined the Group Board as a Non-Executive Director with a remit of monitoring that all areas of the business adding real value for our clients and thereby our shareholders.
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Axtell House has been one of our most prominent and ambitious redevelopments to date, and RED Construction played a pivotal role in the successful delivery of this exciting project.
Unfazed by the difficult and technical aspects of the high-quality scheme, the team at RED carried out their role in their project with expertise and professionalism. RED’s experience with Central London buildings in conservations areas was also immensely valuable, with the team confidently and respectfully handling the unique challenge of Axtell House’s unified historic and contemporary elements. Crucially for us, RED managed the project in a way that allowed for minor disruption to the busy surrounding Soho area, and with the client’s ground floor tenants able to operate throughout the works.
Axtell House’s state-of-the-art structure and superior finishes are a testament to RED, as is the swift signing of the space to one of the world’s leading retail companies.
— Albany Foot – Managing Director E&A Securities Ltd
