Clowes Developments has promoted two employees to associate director. Sarah Day and Rob Hopkinson have been working towards their promotion since they joined the business early in 2022.
Thomas Clowes, Managing Director of Clowes Developments commented on their achievements: “Developing our team and rewarding hard work with opportunities to progress is something we’ve always been proud of. The promotion of Sarah and Rob further reinforces our commitment to nurturing talent.
“From day one they’ve bought into our ethos and line up with our ambitions for the next few years, both in terms of ethic and personality.
“Sarah has brought a keen eye for quickly identifying opportunities and analysing market trends (along with an enviable phone book) whilst Rob has been the driving force behind addressing our infrastructure concerns in a prompt and cost-effective way. Two valuable members of the team I’m happy to see moving forward.”
In 2022 Sarah made the decision to diversify her existing experience in residential development to a wider-ranging and more commercial focus of Clowes. Supporting Robert Hepwood, land and planning director, Sarah joined the Group as a senior land manager. She has been focused on identifying new land opportunities and managing the existing portfolio by progressing planning permissions and maximising land receipts.
Sarah said: “Reflecting on Clowes’ remarkable achievements over the past few years, I am both proud and grateful to be part of a company that prioritises business advancement, staff development and the delivery of exceptional quality across the portfolio.
“As we look to the future, I recognise the ambitious targets that lie ahead. However, I am confident that, through our collective hard work and dedication, we will continue to affirm Clowes’ position as a major influence and a respected leader in the industry.”
Rob joined Clowes Developments in 2022, transitioning from a regional house builder to lead the Group’s technical function as technical manager. As an experienced civil engineer, Rob supports the Land & Planning team in acquiring new opportunities, advancing sites within the Group’s extensive portfolio and managing infrastructure delivery on active development sites.
Rob said: “The past two years have been incredibly rewarding, filled with opportunities for growth and learning and I would like to thank the team at Clowes for their support.
“It is refreshing to be part of a business where hard work and dedication is recognised, and I’m very proud to have taken this next step in my career. I look forward to contributing further to the Group’s growth and success in the future.”
With the support of Sarah and Rob, the Group has acquired two new sites within the last few months. Harrier Park and Pleasley Hill, both on the outskirts of Nottingham, will provide the Group with a total of 800,000 sq ft of commercial development opportunities, housing, convenience and leisure use facilities designed to enhance their respective surrounding areas with employment and improved amenities. Works have already begun to deliver both schemes; it is expected that both business parks will be operational by the end of 2025.
