Our history

1983

Founded by John Wood

First year turnover of £300k. First contract with British Steel, a working relationship we have fostered over 35 years.

1988

Work commenced on the Japanese Embassy and the Southern office was opened in London. The annual turnover reached £10m.

1997

First RoSPA Gold Award

2000

Goldman Sachs Christchurch Street project (£50m) awarded. Annual turnover reached £111m.

2002

Sage contract awarded (£60m).

2005

Echo Building Residential Joint Venture (£25m).

2006

Awarded RoSPA President Award.

2007

Works commenced on the Newcastle City Library (£24m) and on Wellbar House (£25m).

2011

Works commenced on the Clipper Distribution Warehouse (£18m).

2013

Works on Newbury Racecourse Apartments commenced (£40m).

2014

Awarded the RoSPA Order of Distinction for 15 consecutive Gold Awards.

2015

Formed Gentoo Residential Joint Venture. Work commenced on Camberwell Green (£26m) and Apex Hotel, Bath (£29m).

2016

Tolent Living established. Work commenced on The Taper Building (£25m).

2017

Andy McLeod joins Tolent as our Chief Executive Officer.

2018

Completed landmark projects across the UK, including: Beacon of Light, Sunderland and Stamford Hill, London. Work commenced on Hadrian’s Tower and the first homes were on sale for Tolent Homes.