LEADERSHIP

Managing Director

Nick Cryer BEng(Hons)CEng

Nick is a chartered engineer with over 35 years experience in property and construction. Starting on site in contracting Nick progressed into consultancy where he led high profile construction projects for world leading property developers; Canary Wharf Group, Hammerson Plc and Lendlease, culminating in a position on the UK board of international multi-disciplinary consultancy WSP Group Plc.

In 2002 Nick established a new regional office for global cost and project management consultants EC Harris LLP (now Arcadis Group), leading consulting initiatives throughout the UK and Europe as a Partner and latterly, in the role of Global Head of Commercial Development.

In 2009 Nick founded Berkeley Place.

Nick is a governor at Blundell’s School and has chaired and advised numerous charitable institutions regarding their real estate and investment development strategies.

Head of Project Delivery

Alec Webb

Alec has over 25 years experience in the construction industry, more recently in the area of very high value projects including new builds, and restorations of Listed country estates and town houses.

After working in the family construction building business, Alec relocated to Shropshire, founding and running a successful construction business specialising in Listed and historic building restoration for over 9 years. In 2013, Alec moved to Bath, to help establish the local office for design and build specialists Moon, leading their PM team and delivering high-end projects throughout Bath and Bristol.

After 5 successful years with Moon, Alec was head-hunted by award-winning high-end construction company Stonewood, based in Castle Combe, to lead major Listed and historic house projects throughout the Cotswolds, Wiltshire, Wales and South West. Most notably, Codrington Court, which won The Federation of Master Builders overall project of the year for 2021.

Alec brings a wealth of expertise, professional contacts and wider working relationships to Berkeley Place.

Business Assistant

Paulina Kelly

Paulina is a graduate of Bielsko College in Poland, where she achieved ‘distinction’ in Design and Technology.

Initially working in fashion, Paulina founded and operated a successful Bridal and Evening Wear design business. In addition, Paulina worked in high-end retail were she developed very strong client facing skills.

In recent years Paulina has been working as an Executive Assistant and Financial Administrator in digital media and marketing. She has a keen eye for detail and a creative approach.

Paulina is an excellent manager with an interest in period property enhancement and adds a valuable skill-set to the Berkeley Place team.

Senior Project Manager

Leigh Pascoe

Leigh is a very experienced project manager having spent over 20years leading high-end residential and hospitality projects.

Focussing on high-end projects, Leigh previously worked at award winning construction company Stonewood, where he managed the delivery of The Farmyard hotel expansion project at the prestigious hotel ‘The Newt’ in Somerset. The project enriched the Grade II Listed farmhouse and agricultural buildings transforming it into a 17-bedroom luxury boutique hotel, which won the Carlo Alberto Best Boutique Hotel Award in 2023.

Prior to working at Stonewood, Leigh spent several years delivering prestigious renovation and enhancement projects in the restaurant and hospitality sector.

Leigh brings a diverse and professional approach to the team with knowledge in all aspects of construction and renovation.

Project Manager 

Lucy Borrow

Lucy begun her career in property and construction working as part of a small family-owned construction company, where she gained valuable hands-on project delivery experience.

In 2020, Lucy joined Bath based developer Stonewood, as a Project Manager, quickly establishing herself as an integral part of the delivery team. She worked as part of a strategic in-house design and build team, delivering high value, bespoke new build properties. Lucy built a technical skill base and knowledge and understanding of modern construction methods and procurement within a supply chain framework. As part of this strategic team, Lucy gained experience delivering high-end private residential projects.

Latterly, Lucy worked closely with the land and planning teams, reporting to the Board of Directors and financial investors.

Senior Project Manager

Kristian Hamilton BSc(Hons)

Kris is a highly accomplished construction project manager with over 15 year’s experience working in high-end residential property design and construction.

Having studied architectural engineering and starting his working life London, Kris relocated to the Westcountry, to develop his career with a leading residential design and build company MAKE, where he led various passive house development projects.

Kris then joined award winning construction company Stonewood, where he led notable projects – the restoration of Grade II* Stowell Park, in the Cotswolds and more latterly, the restoration and construction of The Emily Hobhouse Museum, Cornwall (one of the Sister Estates to The Newt, Somerset).

Kris is passionate about residential design and restoration and brings a wealth of professional experience to the team.

Senior Project Manager

Tom Bates

Tom has over of 25 years’ experience operating in the South West construction and property market, with particular expertise in the area of Project and Cost Management. Tom’s career began working for a leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy, where he acted in the capacity of cost manager for a number of nationwide projects. Following a move in 2009, Tom focussed his attention firmly within the residential sector, managing a wide variety of award winning high-end residential schemes, large scale apartment blocks, to one off ‘Grand Design’ type residences, from inception to completion. In doing so, Tom has occupied a number of senior leadership roles at one of the UK’s leading international cost and project management businesses including, Residential Sector Head and Head of Due Diligence.

Tom has an acute understanding of the local and regional construction markets and has established a well-deserved reputation for the high quality service he consistently delivers.

Project Manager 

Neil Sansum

Neil is a Charted Architect with over 35 years experience as a designer, team leader and project manager on major projects.

He was a director of BDP’s Bristol Studio for 12 years where he led complex projects for ‘Blue-chip’ clients including Hammerson, Land Securities and Grosvenor. He has been responsible for several award-winning projects across various sectors including the Environment and Sustainability Institute for University of Exeter, the Launchpad building for Falmouth University and the Yr Egin media hub for S4C in Carmarthen.

More recently Neil led Clifton based Studio Hive Architects specialising in high quality residential projects.

Neil is an excellent communicator and specialises in the delivery of design led residential properties of the highest quality.