Watkin Jones Group

🏗️ 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝗮𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲: 𝗘𝗦𝗚 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻💡 At Watkin Jones, we’re committed to making a positive impact on the communities where we work and where we are creating the future of living. When the Dings Community Centre in Bristol reached out for help to replace their lighting, our Gas Lane team who are developing the 260 bed PBSA scheme around the corner, stepped up. Collaborating with Kempowell Electrical Services Ltd, we replaced outdated lights with energy-efficient LEDs, improved safety with new fire escape lighting, and reduced running costs for the centre—helping them reinvest in vital community services. For James Howells, our Trainee Site Manager at Gas Lane, this project was personal. Growing up nearby, he knew just how important the centre is to the community. Now, we’re looking at further improvements, from electrical testing to a fresh repaint. This isn’t just about buildings—it’s about Watkin Jones and our teams being a good neighbour. Through small actions, we’re bringing our ESG strategy to life and making a difference to the communities in which we build. #WatkinJonesGroup #Kempowell #LocalCommunity #ESG #CommunityImpact #SocialValue #FutureFoundations #PBSA #BTR #CoLiving #UKConstruction #UKPropertyDeveloper #Creatingthefutureofliving Read more about our Gas Lane development here: https://lnkd.in/eABNHFP7 cc: Tony Pendrigh, Sean Pollard, James Howells, Sean Curran, Nick Bumby, Gary Denham, Ben Wrighton.

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗜𝗣𝗠 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱! Alex Pease, Chief Executive Officer and George Dyer, Group Investment Director from Watkin Jones Group, will be heading to MIPM, taking place in Cannes between 11 -14 March 2025. If you'd like to meet with Alex or George and explore opportunities in the real estate and property development space during the festival, then please contact toni.daniels@watkinjones.com - we'd be happy to arrange a meeting. #WatkinJones #WatkinJonesGroup #MIPIM2025 #Networking #RealEstate #PropertyDevelopment #UKPropertyDevelopment #PBSA #CoLiving #PBSA #CreatingTheFutureofLiving

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝗬𝟮𝟰 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀: 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 We’re pleased to share our Full Year Results for FY24, reflecting improved profitability and a stronger cash position despite market challenges. Highlights: ✅ Revenue: £362.4m ✅ Gross profit: £33.8m ✅ Adjusted operating profit: £10.6m (up from £0.2m) ✅ Adjusted net cash: £83.4m ✅ Strong pipeline growth ✅ Successful first year for our 'Refresh' initiative. Looking to the medium term, we believe that there is an excellent opportunity in the sector and that we are well placed to take advantage of that. Alex Pease, Chief Executive Officer, said: "The Group produced a resilient operational performance during FY24, in what remains a difficult investment market. The slow pace of interest rate cuts and timing of the general election meant that, whilst investor sentiment remained positive, transactional activity has not improved as quickly as expected. We responded by focusing on the factors within our control: successfully delivering our in-build projects and carefully managing our costs. We have also continued to broaden our revenue base, opening up new sources of income through our Refresh and development partnership initiatives.   "While the investment market has continued to be challenging, the sectors in which we operate remain attractive. PBSA is still undersupplied and BTR offers a key solution to the UK's housing shortage, helping to accelerate the delivery of new homes and fostering communities. As a market-leading developer with a strong track record, Watkin Jones is an ideal conduit for institutional capital. Looking to the medium term, we believe that there is an excellent opportunity in the sector and that we are well placed to take advantage of that." 🔗 Click here to read the RNS in full - https://lnkd.in/emtgxrpy #WatkinJones #FY24Results #PBSA #BTR #CoLiving #UKPropertyDeveloper #UKConstruction #UKRentalMarket

As the Group enters 2025 with ambitious growth plans, Watkin Jones are looking for a talented and driven Senior Contracts Manager to join the group and play a key role in supporting and shaping this dynamic phase of expansion and development. To find out more, please visit: https://lnkd.in/ezFHRzuu #recruiting #developer #seniorcontractsmanager #studentaccomodation #BTR Victoria Lycett

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟰𝗗 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁 £𝟭𝟵,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗔𝗣𝗬𝗥𝗨𝗦 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗔𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 You may remember that a dedicated team from Watkin Jones, Sean Curran, Nick Bumby, Gwyn Pritchard and David Jones alongside our valued supply chain partner 4D Structures Ltd., recently completed the Wild Atlantic Way cycling challenge, raising an incredible £19,000 for PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide. Recently the team joined with PAPYRUS to formally present monies raised. Speaking at the cheque handover, Sean Curran, Operations Director at Watkin Jones, said: “At Watkin Jones, we believe our impact goes beyond the projects we deliver; it’s about highlighting partnerships and supporting causes that make a real difference.   “Collaborating with 4D Structures on this challenge reflects the strength of our shared approach. Together, we are proud to support PAPYRUS life-saving work and contribute to a brighter future for young people.” "We extend our thanks to everyone who supported this incredible effort, including our colleagues, partners, and donors." #WatkinJones #4DStructures #CommunitySupport #CharityChallenge #PAPYRUS #MentalHealthMatters The team joined by Catherine Thompson, Nell Waltham and Ho Yen Tsang from Papyrus on the day of the presentation.

𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗕𝗦𝗔 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 The Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector continues to face significant challenges in the development process. At Watkin Jones, we’re committed to meet the increasing demand for high-quality student housing. Alex Pease, our Chief Executive Officer at Watkin Jones recently shared his insights with Stuart Kendall of Redgrave. Read the full article here - https://lnkd.in/dfkFdXv8 #PBSA #StudentHousing #WatkinJones #InnovationInHousing #Collaboration #UKDeveloper #UKStudentHomes #UKProperty #UKConstruction

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘀: 𝟮𝟵𝟱 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 Watkin Jones Group is proud to partner with Torus to deliver 295 new homes as part of a regeneration scheme in St Helens, Merseyside. 140 properties will be delivered, including shared ownership, social rent, and rent-to-buy options including 2, 3, and 4-bedroom homes, mews properties, and apartments. This project revitalises a brownfield site and addresses the critical need for affordable housing, delivering high-quality, sustainable homes for the community. Delivering sustainable designed homes with fossil-fuel-free heating, the development will be a short walk to St Helens town centre and excellent transport links. Click here to read the full press release and hear from George Dyer, Group Investment Director - https://lnkd.in/eGCc5uVX cc: Alex Pease #WatkinJonesGroup #Torus #Housing #Regeneration #Sustainability #Partnerships #StHelens #UKPropertyDeveloper #UKRealEstate

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 ‘𝗛𝗲𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀’ 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 This festive season, Watkin Jones Group is pleased to partner with Nine Elms Arts Ministry to bring the ‘HeART of Christmas’, an immersive light and community art project, to life at art’otel, Battersea Power Station. Launching on 30th November 2024, the experience will run until 4th January 2025 and features six stunning artworks by conceptual artist Alexa Muen, combining light, sound, and scent to create a multisensory experience that celebrates art, community, and inclusivity. The opening ceremony on 30th November at 4pm is outside art’otel on Electric Boulevard, where the Battersea Power Station Community Choir will perform, and the Mayor of Wandsworth will be joining also. At Watkin Jones, we’re committed to building inclusive, creative, and connected communities. Supporting initiatives like ‘HeART of Christmas’ aligns with our vision of enhancing urban living and creating spaces that inspire togetherness and wellbeing. Read our full release and hear from George Dyer, our Chief Investment Director, plus details of visiting the experience, here -https://lnkd.in/eUMqhdx7 Cc: Ben Wrighton #WatkinJonesGroup #CommunityImpact #Christmas2024 #ArtAndInclusivity #Battersea #NineElmsArtsMinistry #BatterseaPowerStation #Community #CommunityCelebration #AlexaMuen #BTR #Coliving #PBSA

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀, 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 A big thanks to Advanced Concrete & Formwork Ltd for tagging GRAHAM Building and sharing this great footage of the reinforced concrete frame progressing at The Loft Lines. It’s great to see the solid foundations laid by Graham taking shape as work continues on the three blocks that will form this landmark Build-to-Rent development in Titanic Quarter, creating 778 new homes, comprising 627 BTR homes and 151 affordable homes for our clients Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM) and Clanmil Housing Group. We enjoy seeing our partners sharing these updates; tremendous progress is being made. Read more about the development here: https://lnkd.in/eHJ58jP4 cc: Michael Bunyan, Dan Ward #WatkinJonesGroup #BuildToRent #BTR #LoftLines #TitanicQuarter #LGIM #ClanmilHousingGroup #UrbanRegeneration

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗺𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 Last week, our Investment team hosted the Watkin Jones Group Autumn Social in London, welcoming colleagues, friends, and partners from across the agency market. The event served as an excellent opportunity to share updates on our ambitious 2025 plans and building further on key relationships in a relaxed, social setting. Reflecting on the occasion, George Dyer, Group Investment Director, shared: “Watkin Jones continues to have one of the most established track records in developing residential properties for rent in the UK. "It was fantastic to reconnect with so many of our industry friends and agency partners to discuss our ambitions for 2024/25. We look forward to strengthening these partnerships in the year ahead as we continue to grow our pipeline.” With a legacy of delivering over 54,000 PBSA beds and BTR units across 254 schemes, Watkin Jones Group has built its success on a vertically integrated platform, a reputation for trust, and a strong commitment to sustainability. As we look to the future, we are actively seeking opportunities for large-scale developments in major cities such as London, Manchester, Bristol and Edinburgh. Our focus includes sites with capacity for 200+ PBSA units, 150+ Co-living units and 150+ BTR units. If you missed the event and would like to explore collaboration opportunities with us, refer to the below to learn more and connect with our team. #WatkinJonesGroup #WatkinJones #UKRealEstate #RealEstate #ResidenitalDevelopment #InsitutionalInvestors #AgencyPartners #BTR #PBSA #CoLiving #UrbanRegeneration #UKRentalMarket #UKCPropertyDeveloper #UKConstruction #SustainableLiving #CustomerFocus