Our People

We believe our people are our greatest asset, which is why they are at the heart of everything we do.

Working collaboratively as One Team alongside our customers and suppliers is part of J Tomlinson’s company DNA. With inspired leadership and strong teams, we help our people to realise their potential. We aspire to be a company that people want to work for, with happy, productive and motivated employees.

Here are just some of the faces that make up the J Tomlinson team…

David Adams

Executive Chairman

David is a Chartered Accountant who acquired J Tomlinson in 1995 and has since overseen its development into a multidisciplinary service provider. As Executive Chairman, David works alongside the board overseeing all aspects of the business. David enjoys spending time with his family and raising money for charity. In 2016 he climbed Mount Kilimanjaro for the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre.

Mark Davis

Chief Executive

Mark joined J Tomlinson in 2014, bringing with him many years’ experience working in the built environment at board level. He is passionate about developing the business through its people and aspires to build senior management teams within each division. Outside of work, Mark is a keen sportsman, enjoys playing cricket and keeping fit.

Steve Kirkland

Managing Director - Repairs & Maintenance/FM

Steve began his career working as a pipefitter and welder. He has 40 years’ industry experience and heads up our Repairs and Maintenance and Facilities Management teams, with a passion for Health and Safety. Outside of work Steve enjoys keeping active, running and taking part in marathons.

Richard Hubball

Pre-Construction Manager - Care

Richard joined J Tomlinson in autumn 2021, having gained over 30 years’ experience working with regional & Tier 1 contractors developing an in depth knowledge of Estimating and Pre construction practices. Outside of work Richard enjoys spending time with family and friends, listening to music, hill walking and supporting Derby County FC.

Iain Davies

Managing Director - Commercial Refurbishment

Iain joined the J Tomlinson team in 2020, and is a qualified Quantity Surveyor with over 30 years of construction experience under his belt. Over the course of his career, he has amassed extensive experience in main contracting, specialist supply chain and joint venture projects. In his spare time Iain enjoys windsurfing and coastal sailing, and follows the Leicester Tigers rugby club.

Lindsey Mills

Framework Manager

Lindsey joined J Tomlinson in 2016 to work with our Social Housing and Facilities Management teams. Lindsey joins us with many years’ experience working with other leading housing and public sector contractors. Away from work Lindsey enjoys spending time with her family.

Richard Ball

Head of Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality

Richard joined J Tomlinson Ltd in 2016 and bases his approach to health & safety, environmental and technical compliance from his previous operational and compliance experience across a broad scope of construction experience gained from 30 years working in the public and private sector. Outside of work Richard remains a committed family person and enjoys anything sports-related.

Mark Mason

Operations Manager - Engineering Services

Mark joined J Tomlinson in 2017. He is responsible for overseeing the delivery of projects. He has over 35 years of experience of working for major organisations across various sectors. In his spare time, Mark enjoys watching the local football & cricket teams, listening to music, playing golf and walking.

Charlotte Willis

Head of Bids and Marketing

Andy Nichol

Managing Director of Facilities Management

Heidi Cokayne

Head of HR

Mark Fellowes

Finance Director

About Us

J Tomlinson is a company built on strong foundations, with a substantial heritage and a wealth of experience in delivering integrated building solutions, from design and build through to refurbishment and repair.

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Our Journey

J Tomlinson is built on strong roots, having been founded in the 1950s by the Tomlinson family as an electrical contracting business focused on commercial contracts.

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Careers

At J Tomlinson we are continually looking for talented people. We are committed to developing our employees, improving our team and individual performances, giving our employees the opportunity to achieve professional and personal growth.

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