Barratt and David Wilson Homes promotes new director

Newcastle-based housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes North East has appointed Kerry Moore as its new development director following the retirement of Neil Milburn.

Neil, who has been with the company for 24 years, is stepping down this month after a long tenure. 

Kerry, previously senior land manager, joined the firm in 2002 and has progressed through various roles in construction and land management.

In her new role, Kerry will oversee the acquisition, appraisal, and development of land for residential projects across the region.

She said: “It’s been such a fantastic journey working with Barratt and David Wilson Homes North East, and I’m so pleased to have been promoted to development director. 

“Having started in construction and being given the opportunity to move into the land department was a huge career highlight for me, which ultimately led me to this wonderful promotion.

“I am very lucky to be surrounded by great people within Barratt and the wider industry, including Neil who we are extremely sad to see go. 

“I wish him a fantastic retirement and look forward to stepping into his role and delivering our business objectives.”

Meanwhile, Neil’s next chapter will see him take on a new role as a World War One tour guide in Ypres.

He added: “It’s been such a privilege serving as development director for Barratt and David Wilson Homes North East for the past 24 years.

“I’ve been very fortunate in working with wonderful people, both internally and externally, that as a team have delivered exceptional homes in many great locations. 

“These talented people are now great friends, whom I will cherish in my retirement. 

“I’m now looking forward to this next chapter of my life and fulfilling my passion of being a World War One Tour Guide.”

Carl Sobolewski, managing director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes North East, added: “I wish Neil a very happy and well-deserved retirement, who has achieved such a long and successful career with the business. 

“Kerry’s promotion to development director is extremely well-earned, and I’m very pleased to welcome her to the board of directors.

“It’s been excellent watching her develop within the business, and I look forward to watching her lead the land team even further.”

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