PJ O'Connor
Managing Director
Initially trained as a Carpenter on an apprenticeship programme, I have remained in construction for the last 30 years working in various roles in order to progress to Managing Director. I currently oversee all operations and projects within DBI.
Paul Johnson
Project Manager
I attended Kingston University and obtained a BEng (HONS) degree in Civil Engineering before spending 5 years working on and offshore in various Civil Engineering Projects. I then moved to designing telecommunications infrastructure. For the last 10 years I have been working in Aviation Construction at both Heathrow and Gatwick Airports, project managing various projects such as Terminal 4 Baggage Hall Extensions, T3 East Wing Hotel and T3 IDL Retail and Seating.
Sam Fowles
Project Manager
I am currently project managing aviation and non-aviation projects for DBI including strip-out, refurbishment, logistic and general building packages. With over 20 years of experience, my background has covered all aspects of construction in a variety of environments.
Lee Hicks
Contracts Manager
I began working with DBI in 2007. My background includes Carpentry, Mechanical Services and Surveying. I have now been working on construction sites (including airside) for over 10 years on a wide variety of commercial projects and have built up a relationship with numerous clients.
Gary Simmonds
Construction Manager
Initially trained as a Carpenter, my career began building film sets, fitting kitchens and carrying out general building works. I have now been working on construction sites at Heathrow airport for 15 years on a variety of commercial projects including T5 Luxury, T3 Decants, T4 East Wing Hotel and T3 International Departure Lounge which have given me an extensive knowledge of the complexities of working airside.
Kelvin Sumner
Construction Manager
I joined DBI in 2016 as an Assistant Construction Manager for airside projects. Within 12 months I was promoted to Construction Manager and am currently managing various airside projects at Heathrow Terminal 5 including the Baggage System and Asset Replacement and Fast Track Baggage System. My background includes experience in Steel Fabricating, Welding and assisting with Design.
Claire Moyse
Commercial Manager
I have been the Commercial Manager with DBI since January 2014 working on a variety of different projects and contracts, including airside and other sites. I assist with tenders, quotes, cost control, forecasting and applications. I began my career working for Fund Managers in the City working with both private individuals and commercial clients. More recently I have also gained construction experience within other companies.
AJ Lowe
Operations, SHEQ and Handover Manager
I have over 13 Years of airport experience working at Heathrow Airport on various projects such as Terminal 5’s new build Construction in various Logistics Roles before moving onto Senior Delivery Coordinator for Heathrow Terminal 5 C Construction dealing with the Day to Day Deliveries. I then moved onto Facilities Management across Heathrow Airport, which included managing all items from Fire Alarm Drills, Tests and Inspections to Seating Plans and arrangements. At DBI, I manage projects from the tender stage through to handover including the completion of safety tours.