Sevenoaks-based housebuilder Roddy New Homes has welcomed Derek Butler as its new Commercial Manager, a key appointment to drive the company’s ambitious growth strategy.

Derek brings more than 35 years’ experience in the construction sector to his new role, having previously held Commercial Manager and Director positions at some of the UK’s leading home builders.

Derek’s commercial management expertise positions him well to oversee all commercial aspects of Roddy New Homes’ business, including managing budgets and costs, ensuring all projects are delivered on time and to a high standard, managing and mentoring the commercial team, and negotiating, drafting and managing contracts with all stakeholders.

A family-run business with its directors boasting a combined 50 years’ experience in the home building industry, Roddy New Homes is dedicated to building sustainable, high-quality homes using modern, low-carbon construction methods and ensuring lower running costs for residents.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Derek said: “I’m delighted to have joined the team at Roddy New Homes. It’s a company that takes immense pride in its work and whose values closely mirror my own, especially the way they look after the people they work with, from stakeholders and staff members, to everyone involved in the supply chain.

“Having worked in the residential new build market for more than 20 years on projects ranging from multi-million pound inner city, mixed-used development schemes, to small garage infill sites, i’m confident I have the necessary experience and skill-set that will help bring even more success to the business and help it build upon the great work that is already being done to deliver high-quality, responsibly-built homes to our customers.”

John Roddy, Managing Director at Roddy New Homes, said: “We’re thrilled to have Derek on board and look forward to harnessing his exceptional experience to help us continue to grow.

“With his extensive knowledge of the construction industry in general and new-builds in particular, I’m confident his leadership will accelerate our growth plans and further our mission to build more top-quality, sustainable homes across the south coast.”