2 August 2023

Derek Havlin – Commercial Manager, Modernisations Business Unit

We are delighted to announce that Derek Havlin has been promoted to the role of Commercial Manager for the Modernisations Business Unit.

Derek joined James Frew as a Quantity Surveyor in November 2009 and since then, working with Gordon Orr, has formed a solid commercial spine for the ‘Mods’, procuring new work and ensuring their financial success on site.

Operations Director, Danny Gibson said: “Over the years Derek has proven himself to be a key member of the Mods Commercial Team and we are excited to see him establish himself in the new role as we look to expand this area of the business.”

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