Wates has announced the appointment of Paul Chandler to the group Board with immediate effect.

Mr Chandler, who joined Wates as group managing director Wates Construction in January 2017, also sits on the company’s executive committee.

Chairman James Wates CBE said: “Paul has made a real impact since joining us at the start of 2017. He brings a set of skills and a wealth of experience that I believe will make a real contribution to the Board and to our continuing drive to make Wates an even more progressive, sustainable and high-performing business, which prioritises the needs of all our customers.”

Since joining Wates, Paul Chandler has overseen the continuing growth of the Construction division, which delivered increased profits and a turnover approaching £1 billion.

He added: “I am delighted to be joining the Wates Group Board and look forward to helping it lead the next phase of the organisation’s development.”