The Team
We started as a team of seven back in November 2012, doubled that during 2014 as our workload grew, and doubled that again by the end of 2017. We're now a team of over 30 making us the largest independent company of civil engineers specialising in the development sector in the region.
One of our key objectives is to become our clients' trusted advisors and that is clearly about providing an excellent service and developing strong relationships with our clients' representatives. In many organisations that is generally restricted to Director or Project Manager level relationships, but we strongly believe in empowering our engineers and technicians to liaise with their counterparts. As their respective careers develop they will be the decision makers, so building professional relationships from an early stage is in everyone's interest.
To that end, here are brief pen pics of all of our staff as a first step to help you get to know them.
Ian Awcock
Chairman
I'm a family man and naturalised Devonian having moved down here to a new job and new wife in 1987. Three children later, I most enjoy spending time with family and friends and as an Ultimate...Peter Matravers
Director
I am a big sports fan and follow cricket, rugby and football in no particular order! With my playing days behind me I now provide a taxi service to my two growing boys who have a similar passion...Alex Wozniczko
Director
Yes it is Polish, but no I’m afraid I don’t speak the language. My roots are actually in deepest Sussex, and after graduating from the University of Surrey I made the move to the south west...Chris Yalden
Technical Director
I joined the AWP team back in April 2013, becoming the 10th member of staff. Since that time the business has continued to go from strength to strength and it’s great to be a part of the...Rodin Mackay
Associate
I have always been a keen sportsman participating in a variety of different sports, however golf is now my preferred option. I currently play off a single figure handicap and am a regular first...Graham May
Associate
I am Exeter born and bred and live on the outskirts of Exeter in East Devon with my wife and three young children. Whilst I enjoy playing 5-a-side myself, my sons are both naturally more...Dan Hart
Associate
I have always been an avid rock and metal fan and I am lucky enough to spend a lot of my evening’s rocking-out in a local metal band called ‘Backhand Saloon’. I regularly perform locally but...Cat Grindle
Principal Transport Planner
Although a native Bristolian, I was brought up in South Devon, and now live with my three cats in the wilds of the Blackdown Hills in Somerset, close to the Devon border. I’m fortunate...Simon Baker
Senior Engineer
I have been at AWP for over 8 years where I was fortunate to join the company as one of the first graduate engineers back in November 2013. Following a graduate rotation programme where I have...Annabel Harris
Senior Engineer
It has been a joy returning to Devon after living in Cardiff for four years where I achieved an MEng in Civil Engineering from Cardiff University. Although I thoroughly enjoyed my time in...James Blyth
Senior Engineer
My formative years were spent on the Dorset/Hampshire border, but my wife’s heart is here in Devon. Having lived in Surrey for some years, we have made Devon and Cornwall our home since we...Daisy Atkin
Transport Planner
Although I have firmly adopted Devon as my home, I actually grew up in the Netherlands and Switzerland. I am fluent in Dutch and terrible at French, apart from specialist cheese names. I graduated...Jake Richards
Senior Technician
Since starting at AWP a little over 8 years ago, I have gained experience working across all disciplines in the office. I began working in the flood risk and drainage...Matt Spurling
Senior Technician
I am originally from Swindon but moved to Devon at the tender age of 4. I'm fanatical about football and being from Swindon this led to me becoming a very passionate (and unfortunate) Swindon...Toby Ball
Engineer
I am originally from South East Cornwall and I joined AWP in summer 2017 when I moved up north to Devon! I joined the company just after finishing my Civil Engineering degree from Plymouth...Tom Gilbert
Engineer
I have countless memories and had some great times as an undergraduate student at Plymouth University, however after 5 long years of studying and numerous pints later, I felt ready to start a new...Jacob De la Croix
Engineer
I joined AWP on a permanent basis after previously working here for a 'Year in Industry' as part of my degree and a summer placement! During this time I have been studying Civil Engineering at...Ralph Morris
Engineer
After spending 4 years studying for my MEng Civil Engineering degree at The University of Sheffield I returned to Devon to start a graduate job at AWP in 2019 having enjoyed summer internships...Robert Mackley
Graduate Engineer
I’m originally from Reading, then after 5 years at Plymouth University I decided that the South West was the place to be! Soon later, AWP welcomed me in September 2018 and I haven’t looked...Fleur Elliott-Davies
Graduate Engineer
Having spent a year at AWP in 2018/19 as an undergraduate, I was eager to return and further develop my career within the infrastructure sector. I am currently working in the detailed...Letisha Blackmore
Graduate Engineer
I grew up in South Africa and moved to the UK to study for my Doctorate at the University of Southampton. I am now settled in our self-build eco house in a small village near Exeter with my...Ollie Abbott
Graduate Engineer
I grew up in Suffolk but spent 4 years at Exeter University and felt so at home here I decided to stay in the South West a bit longer. Having really enjoyed my integrated master’s in Civil...Rhys Lamacraft
Graduate Engineer
After spending most of my childhood in Devon, I moved to Swansea in 2018 where I completed my bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. After completion of my degree in 2021, I moved back home to...Ben Fenton
Graduate Engineer
I come from the New Forest but spent most holidays growing up down in North Cornwall. This might have influenced my decision to keep hugging the coast and do my Integrated Masters degree in...Ceri Middleton
Graduate Engineer
Having grown up in rural Herefordshire, I have always enjoyed being close to the countryside and nature. AWP is in my dream location, being so close to Dartmoor, the countryside and the coast! I...Will Pitman
Technician
I sit in Graham’s team and aid with design work alongside drawing production. After achieving my Technician status with the ICE in September of 2020 I have been continuing to progress my college...Tom Richards
Technician
My work with AWP is based in the Drainage and Flood Risk Planning Team where I support Chris with technical information for planning applications. On the day to day I support Chris, Tom...Jayesh Elson
Technician
I have been with AWP for 5 years now, which I have spent my time in Rodin’s team, which is one of the three design infrastructure teams, along with Jon, Jacob, Ben & Ollie. Whilst...Mikey Rose
Technician
I made the decision that university wasn’t for me and therefore went down the apprenticeship route instead. I am studying towards my BTEC Level 4 at Exeter College. I am part of Chris' flood...Isaac Woodman
Assistant Technician
A keen cyclist from Exeter who moved to Dawlish in late 2014, enjoying my first real job in industry. I’ve always had an interest in technical work as I very much enjoyed my time at Exeter...Ben Green
Assistant Technician
I have recently finished the BTEC Level 3 Construction and the Built Environment/Civil Engineering full time course at Exeter College and have just started my apprenticeship here at AWP this...Ethan Wills
Assistant Technician
Before starting my apprenticeship at AWP I studied for an Engineering Level 3 Extended Diploma at SDUTC. After two and half years at Sainsbury’s I decided to pursue a career in the engineering...Jack Taylor
Apprentice Technician
I was born in South Devon, and I am pleased to say I have had the privilege of living here nearly all my life! I am a keen football player and rugby fan (mostly following Exeter Chiefs) and have...Ollie Thomas
Apprentice Technician
I have lived in Devon all my life and was fortunate enough to grow up on the edge of Dartmoor. This has allowed me to walk and explore the landscape and tors of the moors. Outside of work I enjoy...Joe Graham
Apprentice Technician
Having just recently finished my A-Levels at Exmouth Community College, I am now delighted to have joined my new role in Graham’s team at AWP! I currently live in Exmouth and being fortunate...Verity Saunders
Apprentice Technician
I am currently studying for my Level 3 in Civil Engineering and working towards my EngTech within the drainage team here at AWP. Since I was little, I have always been fascinated with the way...Lilli Webb
Operations Manager
Having done dance from the age of 3, I was determined to make it as a Ballet dancer. When I realised this was near impossible, I decided to get an apprenticeship in business. I have previously...Luisa Chapman
Office Coordinator
I am Berkshire born, Devon raised and Cornish taught with a BA English and Writing. Having previously worked as a freelance Copywriter for a Dubai based lifestyle magazine, a Social...