WHO WE ARE

About Us

COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CONTRACTORS IN LONDON AND THE HOME COUNTIES.

As a turnkey main contractor Grove Construction ensures reliable project delivery and exceed our clients expectations. Through our proven process and concept to keys approach we pride ourselves on our knowledge and experience throughout the team to deliver a quality product for our clients and keep up to date with policy, technology and the latest building methods to stay ahead of our competition.

Proven Process

1. Early
Advice

2. Enable
Purchase

3. Planning, Design
& Development

4. Quality &
Construction

5. Considered
After Care

WHAT WE DO

Our Services

WHO WE ARE

Our People

At Grove Construction we don’t just build the best developments, we have the best team and the Grove family is a swiss army knife to facilitate all of your construction needs.

 

Throughout the sales, operational, commercial and finance functions we have an experienced team who have the passion for their work and projects. Priding ourselves on being approachable and reliable, our work does the talking.


We are always looking to strengthen our family and if you think you could be a good fit and share these values please do not hesitate to contact us.

WHERE WE WORK

Our Projects

We offer innovative and quality led construction solutions to all the projects we handle across London and the south east of the United Kingdom.

Our team of highly skilled and qualified management and tradesmen are well equipped to manage a vast range of projects and they have developed a proven track record in building high specification residential projects and the refurbishment of existing commercial and residential buildings.

Preece House, Brighton

Joynes House, Gravesend

Exeter House, Ealing

The White House, Bristol

The Maltings, Abingdon

North Street, Egham

Golden House, Guildford

Church House, Bristol

Thornetts House, Leatherhead

Spectrum House, Woking

Stable Yard, Balham

St Andrew’s Church, Sonning

Hamilton House, Carshalton

Abbey Yard, Abingdon

St. Pancras, Basingstoke

Kings Chase, Ascot

Carlton Road, Ealing

Viera Grey, Barnes

Furlong Road, Bourne End

Clarence Road, Fleet

Clifton Court, Hemel Hempstead

Tempus Court, High Wycombe

OUR STAFF

Meet the Team

The Grove team provide exceptional building solutions through a dynamic, one-team approach to delivery.

We want to understand your property and construction objectives so that we can make your journey a pleasant one.

James Corcoran

CEO & Founder

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James’s extensive experience with private sector airport developments and commercial buildings led him to create Grove Construction in 2010. With a deep understanding of the construction industry, James strategically leads the business by setting long-term goals, analysing market trends, identifying opportunities, and making key decisions to steer the company towards success.

 

James takes on several crucial responsibilities that demand flawless execution on a daily basis. This ensures that all development projects are delivered to the highest standards and that critical decisions are made in a timely manner.

 

Strong leadership and communication skills: Effective MDs inspire and motivate others, articulating their vision clearly and fostering open communication across all levels.

 

Strategic thinking and decision making: They possess the ability to analyse complex situations, weigh options, and make sound decisions that benefit the company’s long-term goals.

 

Financial acumen and business sense: Understanding financial principles and market trends is crucial for making informed financial decisions and ensuring the company’s financial stability.

 

Management and organisational skills: James excels at planning, delegating, and overseeing diverse tasks and teams to achieve desired outcomes.

 

Resilience and problem solving ability: Handling pressure, adapting to change, and finding solutions to complex challenges are essential qualities for managing an organisation efficiently.

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Sam Nicholson

Managing Director

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Recently promoted from Operations Manager, Sam now leads the business as Managing Director, overseeing both strategic direction and day-to-day operations. With a strong background in project delivery and team leadership, Sam brings a structured, process-driven approach to everything he does. He’s passionate about building with purpose and takes pride in driving consistency, quality, and continual improvement.

 

Deeply committed to Grove’s values and vision, Sam plays a key role in shaping the company’s future and ensuring it stays true to its roots.

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Alan Thatcher

Commercial Director

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As a Commercial Director Alan brings a wealth of knowledge to the table with 40+ years in the industry and 6 years at Grove Construction. He has played a crucial role in delivering multiple large-scale development and conversion projects across various sectors.

 

Alan’s primary responsibilities include overseeing the financial position and performance, as well as reporting project profitability regardless of size. This involves managing budgets, controlling costs, identifying savings, and ensuring optimal outcomes for our client’s revenue streams while handling bids and tender packages for future projects.

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Irina Klimova

Financial Controller

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Irina is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.

 

This role involves managing the finance team, ensuring accuracy in financial statements, and providing strategic financial insights to support business decisions.

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Liz Hatch

EA to James Corcoran

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Liz provides dedicated support to our CEO and Founder, James Corcoran, ensuring his schedule, communications, and priorities are managed seamlessly.

 

As Executive Assistant, she plays a vital role in keeping day-to-day operations organised and efficient, while also assisting with wider business activities. With her calm, professional approach and strong attention to detail, Liz is a trusted and valued member of the leadership support team.

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Daisy Gill

PA to Sam Nicholson & Buyer

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Daisy provides dedicated support to our Managing Director, Sam Nicholson, managing his schedule, communications, and day-to-day priorities with efficiency and discretion.

 

Beyond her PA role, Daisy also assists across various areas of the business, her versatility and proactive approach makes her an integral part of the team.

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Ish Inglesias

Contracts Manager

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Valued member of the Grove family.

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Stephanie Moore

Quantity Surveyor

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Valued member of the Grove family.

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Susanne Ot

Quantity Surveyor

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Susanne brings valuable expertise to the team, overseeing cost management and contract administration across a range of projects. With a sharp eye for detail and a thorough understanding of construction processes, she ensures budgets are controlled and financial risks are minimized.

 

Susanne plays a key role in delivering projects efficiently and within budget, while supporting clients and colleagues with clear, reliable advice throughout every stage.

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Anthony Sanford

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

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Anthony supports the team across multiple projects, assisting with cost planning, procurement, and contract administration.

 

His attention to detail and proactive approach make him an asset in keeping our projects running smoothly and on budget.

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Fiona Twardawa

Office Manager

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Fiona oversees the day-to-day operations of our office, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. With a strong focus on organization, efficiency, and team support, she plays a vital role in maintaining a productive and positive workplace.

 

From coordinating schedules to managing office systems, Fiona keeps the wheels turning.

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Dev Bains

Accounts Assistant

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Devinder plays an important role in supporting our finance operations, assisting with invoice processing, expense tracking, and day-to-day account management. Known for her precision and reliability, she helps ensure our financial systems run efficiently and accurately.

 

Devinder’s organised approach and strong work ethic make her a trusted part of the team.

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Kishan Oslaniya

Assistant Accountant

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Kishan supports our finance team in an external capacity, assisting with day-to-day accounting tasks and ensuring our financial records are accurate and up to date.

 

His organised, detail-focused approach and smooth communication make him a reliable and valued part of our extended team.

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Chris Markie

Site Manager - Preece House

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Chris is the Project Manager for our Hove development, Preece House. With a hands-on approach and strong leadership skills, he oversees all aspects of the site’s delivery—ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest standard.

 

Chris brings coordination, structure, and a problem-solving mindset to the team, keeping things moving smoothly from the ground up.

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Patrick Broderick

Site Manager - The Maltings

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Patrick leads the delivery of our Abingdon project, The Old Maltings. As Project Manager, he oversees all on-site operations, coordinating teams, managing timelines, and ensuring high standards of quality and safety throughout the build.

 

With a proactive approach and a strong focus on detail, Patrick plays a key role in bringing this unique development to life—on time and to specification.

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Andy Brown

Site Manager - Edgeborough House

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Andrew is responsible for managing our Guildford site, Edgeborough Heights.

 

With a strong background in construction management, he leads the day-to-day operations on site—ensuring progress stays on track, quality standards are met, and the team works efficiently and safely.

 

Andrew’s practical approach and clear communication help drive the successful delivery of this exciting development.

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Andy Green

Construction Lead

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Recently promoted from Project Manager, Andy now leads our construction delivery across multiple sites. With extensive hands-on experience and a strong track record of managing complex builds, he brings a practical, solutions-focused approach to every project.

 

Andy oversees site teams, ensures quality and safety standards are met, and plays a key role in driving progress from groundworks to completion. His leadership, commitment, and deep understanding of the build process make him a vital part of our senior team.

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Kevin Murphy

Site Manager - North Street

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As Site Manager, Kevin takes charge of the day-to-day running of our construction sites, making sure work is delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standard. He brings strong leadership, practical know-how, and a results-driven mindset to every project.

 

Focused and reliable, Kevin ensures smooth coordination on site and plays a key role in delivering successful builds from the ground up.

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Alexandros Gkikas

Site Manager - Exeter House

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Alex is responsible for the day-to-day management of activity on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard. With a hands-on approach and a strong focus on quality and coordination, he leads site teams, manages subcontractors, and keeps operations running smoothly.

 

Alex’s practical experience and attention to detail make him a key part of delivering successful builds from the ground up.

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If you are struggling to start or complete a development, in the early stages of planning your project with or without professionals on board, we are here to help you with the solutions to help you get your project built!

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Client's Talk

We want to be recognised for having a solid reputation for great customer service, excellent project management, quality builds and operational efficiency.

 

We strongly believe in ethical work practices, safe working environments, collaborative teamwork, building excellence, enhanced working relationships, innovative mindsets and sustainable building materials and waste management.

OUR NEWS

Media

Follow us our LinkedIN page

Grove Construction Appoints Sam Nicholson as New Managing Director

Business Dinner Boxed Off

What a fantastic first event to attend as a new HELM member.

Calling Subcontractors in London!

The Old Maltings CGI’s

Exciting scheme with XP Property

Our EOS Rollout

THE FUTURE

Our Vision

The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) is a set of simple concepts and practical tools to clarify, simplify, and achieve ourvision. We we have embraced it with aplomb and we are looking at our business in a whole new way – through the lens of the Six Key ComponentsTM – Vision, Data, Process, Traction, Issues and People.

We have a core set of values that we adhere to throughout the company and our interactions with our customers which are: Respect. Approachable. Reliable. Loyalty. Integrity. Ability. Experience. Enthusiastic. Ambitious.

 

We are a building contractor specialising in residential, commercial, permitted development and our core focus is to making a change, create a legacy, do things differently and deliver expectations as promised.

 

Our 6 year target is to have delivered 1000 units by 2030 using a proven process of early advice, enabling purchase, planning, design and development, quality and construction with considered after care.

 

Our target market are developers, architects, engineers, housing associations, quantity surveyors across London and the Homes counties offering a guarantee that as a turnkey main contractor, we ensure reliable project delivery and exceed our clients expectations.

GET IN TOUCH

Contact Us

We are Grove Construction, offering exceptional building solutions through a dynamic, one-team approach to delivery.

 

Let us understand your property and construction objectives so we can make your journey a pleasant one.

 

If you are struggling to start or complete a development, in the early stages of planning your project with or without professionals on board, we are here to help you with the solutions to help you get your project built!

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