Our Wates Construction business has appointed Roger Forsdyke as UK Operations Director
Our Wates Construction business has announced the appointment of Roger Forsdyke as UK Operations Director, reinforcing its ambitious growth plans and continued focus on delivering exceptional outcomes for customers across the public and private sectors.
Roger brings more than 15 years’ experience leading and shaping tier one construction companies operating across multiple regions. He joins from Willmott Dixon, where he was Chief Operating Officer of its interiors business and was formerly Managing Director of its southern construction region.
The appointment forms part of Wates Construction’s strategy to accelerate sustainable growth across public and private sectors, strengthen its national operational leadership and enhance its capability to deliver increasingly complex and high-value projects. As customer demand evolves, we continue to invest in the expertise, leadership and operational excellence needed to deliver exceptional outcomes while creating lasting social and economic value.
As UK Operations Director, Roger will lead Wates Construction’s operational teams across all regions, responsible for operational performance across our UK business, as well as championing the next phase of its business optimisation programme. He will take up the position on 1 September 2026.
I’m delighted to be joining Wates Construction at such an exciting point in its journey. The business has built a reputation as a trusted partner, delivering high-quality projects that create lasting value for customers, communities and the people who use them. Building on this strong foundation, I look forward to working with Steff and the wider team to support the next phase of growth, strengthen operational excellence in everything we do, and continue delivering exceptional outcomes for our customers across the UK.”
Roger Forsdyke
UK Operations Director for Wates Construction (from 1 September 2026)
Roger brings deep expertise in building high-performing, accountable teams and delivering operational excellence at scale. His commitment to customer success, people development and continuous improvement aligns perfectly with our culture and our ambition to be the partner of choice for customers. As we continue to grow our business across the UK, Roger’s leadership will help ensure we maintain the quality, innovation and customer focus that define Wates Construction.”
Steff Battle
Executive Managing Director for Wates Construction
