Richard Johnston
Principal Design Manager @Wates Group
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WORK HISTORY
Principal Design Manager @Wates Group
Leeds, GB
Selected Projects:Gresham: BTR (HRB), PBSA (HRB), Hotel11 & 12 Wellington Place, Leeds (High End Office Development)Middleton Throstle Rec, Leeds (Extracare and Social Housing)British Library B33 Project (Archive Building)
EDUCATION
Leeds Beckett University
BA (Hons)
SKILLS
ABOUT RICHARD JOHNSTON
I am a Principal Design Manager specializing in pre-construction and the strategic oversight of site-based design managers. I excel in balancing creative ambition with practical deliverables, ensuring seamless coordination from concept through to completion.Prior to 2019, I built an award-winning, 20+ year career in architecture where I honed my expertise across diverse sectors including education, offsite construction, airtight archives, commercial offices, mixed use and sport and leisure facilities. My architectural approach has consistently been recognized for innovation, technical precision, and delivering client value.Known for my collaborative leadership style and sharp problem-solving skills, I bring the ability to unify multidisciplinary teams, streamline processes, and deliver results under pressure. I am passionate about creating impactful designs while driving efficiency, sustainability, and quality at every stage of a project.Whether leading complex pre-construction strategies or mentoring site-based teams, I am committed to transforming challenges into opportunities and exceeding expectations.
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