RICHARD GREENWOOD MCIOB, MIOD

EXPERIENCE

Richard has over 35 years’ experience in the construction industry, 30 of which are in the affordable housing sector. His experience has focused on commercial contracting, working at regional house building contractors where he has been responsible for both pre contract and delivery across the North of England.  He started his career in Estimating and Surveying and has been in commercial leadership roles since 2008.

In his previous position Richard was responsible for gaining accreditation to major regional frameworks for affordable housing. From a standing start he secured multi-million-pound contracts, including tenders and land led schemes. He led the successful bid to secure over 100 units to full PassivHaus accreditation in York, and also worked collaboratively with clients to secure work through frameworks and other procurement routes.

ROLE AT EFFICIENCY NORTH

Richard was appointed to lead EN:Able Build in 2023, using his wealth of skills and experience to help deliver more affordable housing across the North of England, working in close partnership with landowners, developers, local authorities, and Efficiency North’s membership of Registered Providers of social housing to deliver new homes.

SKILLS & EXPERTISE

Richard has an excellent understanding of the housing development market, including sales, affordable and PRS/BTR tenures.  He enjoys developing new opportunities and leading projects with multidisciplinary teams of, colleagues, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders from conception through to contract.