Dandara

We’re proud that our East Scotland region has been shortlisted for the Homes for Scotland Private Development of the Year (Small) award for Wallace View in Dunblane. A well-deserved recognition of all the hard work and dedication that’s gone into this project. We look forward to the award ceremony where winners will be announced. #PropertyAwards #AwardNomination #TeamWork

We have recently been awarded with Quality Recognition Awards (QRA) from Premier Guarantee in our South East region. The Russett’s, Hawkhurst has received its first QRA, a testament to the exceptional quality being achieved on-site. This recognition demonstrates the team’s hard work in ensuring high standards from the outset. The development is being delivered in partnership with Town & Country Housing Association. Union View, Dartford, has now been awarded its second consecutive QRA, highlighting our consistent approach to quality and excellence throughout the build process. This development is being delivered in partnership with Packaged Living and West Kent Housing Association. Pearmain Place, Crowborough has secured its third consecutive QRA, an outstanding achievement demonstrating our consistency in delivering the highest standards, delivering, high-quality homes. The development is in partnership with Town & Country Housing Association. These awards highlight the dedication of our teams in ensuring every home meets the highest standards. A huge thank you to our supply chain partners for their commitment, hard work, and collaboration in delivering these exceptional results. Your continued partnership is invaluable in achieving these high standards, and we appreciate your role in these successes. #qualityrecognitionaward #premierguarantee #housebuilding #awards

A fantastic effort from the team at The Russetts! 👏

We value and appreciate all Dandara employees every day, not just today, but Employee Appreciation Day gave us the opportunity to show just how much. The teams across the country were treated to coffee, pizza, reusable water bottles, mugs and even pancakes, which were all well received. Thank you to all the teams for your continued effort and dedication. #employeeappreciationday #staffvalue #sayingthanks

Our South East region were delighted to sponsor the Dartford Under 8’s football team recently. Helping the club to provide new kit for their players, the team were thrilled with their new gear. Supporting local teams and organisations is extremely important to us, and the Dartford team is one of many to benefit from our work in local communities. #communityoutreach #supportinglocal #housebuilding

It's a busy week of celebrating our team, as this week also marks Women in Construction Week, this time spotlighting Natasha Fertnig, a Trainee Site Manager at Dandara Southern.   Previously a Sales Executive in the new homes industry, Natasha developed a strong passion for construction. She comments: "I love seeing a site come to life, from initial drawings and plans to complete homes and I’m enjoying learning so much about the finer details of that process. One of the things I’ve noticed and appreciated is that no two days are the same in construction – the role is so varied and rewarding."   She’s also working toward her NVQ Level 4 in Site Supervision and will soon complete her first aid and fire marshal training.   It’s inspiring to see more women entering the construction industry and we’re excited to watch Natasha grow in her role! 👷♀️ To read more https://bit.ly/3QHXHRT #womeninconstruction #traineesitemanager #housebuilding

To support National Careers Week 2025 (3rd–8th March), we're highlighting key individuals within the business. Dean Coomber, Head of Commercial for Dandara’s South East region, is a prime example of the opportunities and experience available to those looking to kickstart their career in property. National Careers Week is a one-week celebration of career guidance and free resources in education across the UK. The aim is to provide a focus on career guidance to help support young people develop awareness and excitement about future pathways. Dean began his career at Dandara in 2015 as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor and has progressed through the ranks to his current position as Head of Commercial, where he leads a six-person team. It goes to show his dedication and our commitment to developing and promoting from within. Our trainee programmes and leadership development programmes are just a few examples of how we help and nurture the team at Dandara and we're proud to mark National Careers Week. For the full story: http://bit.ly/4koJ57F #nationalcareersweek #careers #housebuildingcareers #progression

Our South East region has recently been granted planning approval on a site in Hadlow, Tonbridge Kent, adding to their portfolio in the region. The 57-unit site, comprising 28 private homes and 29 affordable units, including First Homes will deliver a mix of one to five bedroom homes across the different tenures. Adding not only desirable homes to the area, we will also be implementing a new nursery, contributions to the NHS and a contribution of £116k to William Field recreation ground. Construction of the site is due to commence Summer 2025     We remain highly active in the market and have an established and experienced land and planning team, who aim to work collaboratively with all landowners, local councils, stakeholders, and the local community to deliver developments that meet and exceed aspirations. Please contact Ian Cooper and Sam Debney to discuss any future land opportunities in Kent or East Sussex. #newhomes #planningapproval #housebuilding

We're celebrating National Apprenticeship Week this week (10–16 February). Our trainee scheme is part of our ongoing commitment to helping the UK close its skills gap and inspire the next generation. While the UK government has planned to build 1.5 million new homes over the next five years , the latest Construction Skills Network report forecasts that there is a need for 251,500 extra construction workers by 2028 to meet the anticipated levels of work. To help meet that need, our programme offers newcomers to the industry the proper training and qualifications needed for the future.  Comprising an initial three-year programme designed to deliver skills and qualification-based experience, rotating between all departments our trainees get all round experience. Alison Murphy, Learning & Development Manager at Dandara, commented: “The skills gap is a major challenge we face as a housebuilder. The boom for housing and Government ambition to build 1.5 million homes is there, but the most crucial element driving the whole project is missing - the workforce to deliver these ambitions. “As National Apprenticeship Week kicks in, we want to support those trying to plug this skills gap by offering schemes such as our management programme. The scheme is designed for school leavers, like Harry (pictured) right through to those looking to change careers. Investment into people and training the next generation is the key to unlocking the UK’s housing targets and we are here to help anyone who is passionate to kickstart their career." #nationalapprenticeshipweek #apprentice #housebuildingapprenticeship #traineeprogramme

Our Wales & West region has hit the ground running for 2025 with Dan Robertson, Site Manager at our Golwg Gwendraeth development in Carway, having been awarded a Site Manager Premier Guarantee Award. This comes as part of the warranty provider’s annual Excellence Awards. Our site manager has been recognised for his dedication and high quality of the development as part of Premier Guarantee’s awards programme, which highlights the very best the industry has to offer. This is the third Excellence Award Golwg Gwendraeth has received across an 18-month period. The Premier Guarantee ‘Site Manager’ Award recognises the quality of workmanship, site health and safety, exceptional management, and site presentation that the individual portrays within the role. Well done to all involved. #premierguarantee #qualityaward