Devon Contractors

02/09/2026

⚽ A night at St James Park

Last night, Devon Contractors were proud to be Match Ball Sponsors at Exeter City FC as the Grecians welcomed Barnet to St James Park.

It was another fantastic evening at what feels very much like our second home. We’ve been proud to support Exeter City for around 20 years, and our connection with the club remains something we value enormously.

There was plenty to enjoy on the pitch too, as Exeter battled back to earn a 1–1 draw with Barnet, with Reece Cole finding the equaliser in the second half. A well-deserved point, that could have been more, but an entertaining match nonetheless. 👏

It was also great to spend the evening with members of the Exeter City team, fellow sponsors and partners, and to see our Devon Contractors branding around the stadium.

We’re proud to support our local club, proud of our long-standing connection with Exeter City, and proud to be part of the community we’ve called home for more than 80 years.

Well done, and Up The City! 🔴⚪



Exeter City Football Club

19/08/2026

New development begins at Bridgwater Gateway

We’re delighted to have officially broken ground on Units 1611–1615, marking our third project at Bridgwater Gateway.

As Principal Contractor, we’re proud to be working alongside gateway, , meek architects and +coles to deliver the next phase of this growing commercial development.

It’s fantastic to see the project officially get underway.

Read the full story below 👇
https://www.bridgwatermercury.co.uk/news/26473257.bridgwater-gateway-begins-next-stage-construction/

13/08/2026

Meadow View | A project that means so much to us…

Yesterday, we welcomed service users back to Meadow View to visit their new facility – and it was fantastic to see how excited they are about the facility taking shape.

There were lots of questions, plenty of smiles and a real sense that this is starting to feel like their building.

The project is progressing quickly, as we move towards completion:

🔹 The courtyard is progressing, with tarmac due next week and resin planned for later this month
🔹 Second-fix carpentry is well underway internally
🔹 Latex flooring preparation has commenced ahead of the final floor finishes
🔹 Plantrooms are nearing completion
🔹 Second-fix lighting is being installed
🔹 The robust rooms have been ply-lined ready for boarding
🔹 The car port and colonnade roofs are now being installed
🔹 The site teams are very hot and cooling down with regular ice creams

Social value has been a huge part of Meadow View

We are now over 90% through our Social Value Plan, delivering opportunities that go far beyond the construction itself.

So far, we've achieved:

16 work placements | 16 jobs created | 22 careers & education activities | 272 training weeks | 29 qualifications | 11+ apprentices supported

We've also welcomed DUCTU students to site, created a paid opportunity through PLUSS, delivered Mission Meadow View activities and brought service users, families and the local community into the project through events, including our topping-out celebration and time capsule and tree planting initiatives.

But for us, social value isn't just about numbers.

It's about the people we've met, the relationships we've built and seeing the excitement of those who will ultimately call Meadow View home.

There is still plenty to do, but our teams are working incredibly hard to deliver a facility that is the best of the best for its future residents.

We ❤ Meadow View.



Plymouth City Council

30/07/2026

A major milestone achieved at our Turnstyle project in Barnstaple.

Yesterday our team successfully completed one of the largest concrete pours on the project, with works beginning before sunrise and finishing in the early hours of this morning.

🏗️ Pump on site from 6:00am
🕖 Concrete pour started at 7:00am
🏁 Pour completed at 5:30pm
✨ Ride-on power floating completed at 2:00am

A total of 192.5m³ of concrete was placed, almost exactly matching our planned volume of 192m³, a testament to the detailed planning and coordination between our site team, supply chain and specialist contractors.

Quality remained a priority throughout the day, with:
✔️ Concrete mix compliance checked on every load
✔️ Cube testing carried out throughout the pour as part of our quality assurance process
✔️ Building Control having previously inspected and approved the slab build-up ahead of the pour

The finished slab looks fantastic and marks another significant step forward as we continue delivering Turnstyle's new manufacturing facility in North Devon.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in making this milestone such a success.

28/07/2026

Welcome to the Team, Dan Waddingham!

We're delighted to welcome Dan Waddingham to Devon Contractors as our new Estimator & Quantity Surveyor.

With over 20 years of commercial experience across refurbishment, fit-out, maintenance and construction, Dan joins the business with a proven track record in estimating, commercial management, procurement, cost control and contract administration. His experience will further strengthen both our Property Solutions and Main Works teams as we continue to deliver high-quality projects across the South West.

Dan Waddingham said:
"I'm delighted to be joining Devon Contractors and excited for the opportunities ahead. It's a fantastic chance to bring my experience to an established and respected business, while continuing to learn and develop alongside such a talented team. I'm looking forward to supporting both the Property Solutions and Main Works teams, building strong relationships with our clients and helping deliver successful projects across the South West."

Nigel Whelan, Managing Director, said:
"We're delighted to welcome Dan to Devon Contractors. As our business continues to grow, attracting experienced professionals like Dan is key to maintaining the high standards our clients expect. His knowledge, commercial expertise and collaborative approach will be a real asset to the business, and we're excited to have him on board as we continue building our future together."

Andy H***e, Commercial Director, added:
"Dan brings a wealth of commercial knowledge and practical experience that will strengthen our commercial team from day one. His background across estimating, quantity surveying and commercial management makes him an excellent fit for Devon Contractors. I'm looking forward to working closely with him as we continue to grow both our Property Solutions and Main Works businesses. His experience will be invaluable in helping us deliver value, quality and certainty for our clients."

At Devon Contractors, we believe our people are our greatest asset. Welcome to the team Dan, we're delighted to have you on board.

17/07/2026

15/07/2026

We're looking forward to joining everyone at the CESW Awards tomorrow evening in Bristol.

It's a privilege to be shortlisted alongside so many outstanding organisations and projects from across the South West.

We're especially proud that Devon Contractors has been recognised in two categories during our 80th year in business:

🏆 SME of the Year

💚 Celebrating 80 years of delivering quality construction across the South West

💚 Investing in our people through apprenticeships, leadership development and staff progression

💚 Supporting local communities through social value, education engagement, charity fundraising and creating opportunities for future generations

💚 Building long-term relationships with our clients, supply chain and communities

🏆 Building Project of the Year (Up to £8m) – Langage South

💚 Delivering almost 50,000 sq ft of high-quality employment space within the Plymouth & South Devon Freeport

💚 Achieving BREEAM Excellent, EPC A+ and Net Zero Carbon (Construction)

💚 Delivering measurable social value through apprenticeships, work placements, careers events, SEN/SEMH work experience visits, community donations and school poster competitions

💚 Creating a sustainable development that will support approximately 140 future jobs and long-term economic growth for the region

Congratulations to all of this year's finalists. We look forward to celebrating the fantastic achievements of the South West construction industry tomorrow evening. Good luck everyone! 👏

13/07/2026

Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Sadie Cousins, a Year 10 student from Exmouth Community College, to Devon Contractors for her work experience placement.

Keeping things in the family, Sadie spent the week alongside her aunt, Zoe Coates, our Office Manager, and her great-uncle, Shaun Bennington, our Company Secretary, gaining a real insight into life within the construction industry.
During the week, Sadie experienced a wide variety of tasks across the business, from processing orders, answering the telephone and filing, to helping with updates to our website.

She also spent time out on site visiting our University of Exeter Harrison Works project, capturing progress photographs for our marketing team.
📸 Great photos, Sadie!
Before she finished her placement, we asked Sadie to reflect on her week...

What made you choose Devon Contractors for your work experience placement?
"My aunt Zoe works here and she has said very positive things about the place."

What was your favourite part of the week?
"I really enjoyed going out on site to take pictures and looking at all of the building taking place."

What new skills or knowledge have you learnt?
"I have learnt a lot about all the small details needed to successfully build and create an establishment."

What surprised you most about the construction industry?
"I found out that a lot of time and effort goes into building and it isn’t just a case of getting the materials and doing the creation straight away."

Has this week changed how you think about a career in construction?
"Yes, it has. At first I thought the construction industry consisted of just the physical building aspect, but now I know there is much more to it. I would highly recommend work experience at Devon Contractors – the details are all very interesting, the staff are very nice and I have learnt so much new knowledge."

Describe your week in just three words...
Welcoming. Adaptable. Concentrated.

Our Managing Director, Nigel Whelan, said:
"Providing work experience opportunities is incredibly important to us. The construction industry offers so many different career paths, and giving young people the opportunity to experience both the office and site environment helps them understand the wide range of skills involved in delivering successful projects. As a proud South West business, we're passionate about inspiring the next generation to consider careers in construction, and it makes this placement even more special knowing Sadie is continuing a family connection that has been part of Devon Contractors for many years."

Well done, Sadie! It has been an absolute pleasure having you with us this week, and we wish you every success with your studies and whatever career path you choose in the future.

08/07/2026

Strengthening Our Team at Devon Contractors 💚

We're delighted to welcome Adam Crichton and Jason Morgan to the Devon Contractors team.

As we continue to grow and build on our strong reputation across the South West, we're pleased to welcome two experienced construction professionals who will play an important role in delivering our projects and supporting our future ambitions.

Adam Crichton – Operations Manager
Adam joins us as Operations Manager, bringing extensive operational leadership experience and a passion for driving excellence across project delivery. His expertise will help support our continued growth, strengthen collaboration across our teams and ensure we continue to deliver the high standards our clients expect.

Jason Morgan – Project Manager
Jason joins Devon Contractors as Project Manager, having most recently worked for a leading Tier One contractor. He brings significant experience delivering complex healthcare and commercial projects, together with a proven track record of successfully managing projects from inception through to completion. His knowledge and practical approach will be a valuable addition to our project delivery team.

Adam said:
"I'm thrilled to be joining Devon Contractors at such an exciting time for the business. Everyone has made me feel incredibly welcome from day one and I'm looking forward to getting stuck in, supporting the team's growth and helping us continue to build on the company's success."

Jason said:
"I'm delighted to be joining Devon Contractors and becoming part of such a respected business with a strong reputation across the South West. From my first conversations with the team, it was clear there is a real commitment to quality, collaboration and building lasting relationships. I'm looking forward to bringing my experience to the business and helping deliver successful projects for our clients."

Nigel Whelan, Managing Director, said:
"We're delighted to welcome both Adam and Jason to Devon Contractors. They each bring a wealth of experience, strong leadership qualities and a shared commitment to delivering quality projects for our clients. Investing in talented people remains central to our long-term strategy, and these appointments further strengthen our ability to deliver exceptional projects while supporting the continued growth of the business. I look forward to seeing the positive impact they will both make as part of the Devon Contractors team."

Please join us in giving Adam and Jason a very warm welcome to Devon Contractors. We wish them every success in their new roles.

08/07/2026

We are excited to hear that BOWA Medical UK HQ has won the 'Project of the Year (under £10m) Award' at the Michelmores Property Awards!

We had the pivilege of engineering this cutting-edge research and manufacturing facility in Kingskerswell for BOWA MEDICAL UK.

The award win is well-timed as it coincides nicely with the official opening of the building, which took place last week.

The Michelmores Property Awards celebrates real estate excellence across the West of England and the South West. The competition shines a spotlight on a wide range of outstanding commercial and residential projects.

Our congratulations to Devon Contractors , and the project team including Chris Jones at Pinnacle Architectural Design and Project Management, Bailey Partnership and Revisionr. As well as those working behind the scenes to get this project off the ground, including Ian Roach at Roach Planning.

Full details of the BOWA Medical UK project can be found on our website.