Happy Retirement - John Gothard
- 22 hours ago
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Updated: 4 hours ago
The directors and staff of Buxton would like to wish our Project Manager, John Gothard, a long, healthy and very happy retirement.
Since joining Buxton on 14 June 2010, John has been a valued member of the team, earning a reputation for his professionalism, determination and genuine passion for construction.
Clients, consultants and colleagues alike have appreciated his hands-on approach, wealth of experience and commitment to delivering projects successfully, no matter what challenges arose along the way.
John has never been afraid to roll his sleeves up, tackle problems head-on and do whatever was needed to get a project over the line. His enthusiasm, can-do attitude and willingness to support others have earned him the respect of colleagues throughout the business and many lasting relationships with clients and supply chain partners.
Looking back on his career with Buxton, John spoke warmly of the people he has worked alongside over the past 16 years. He thanked colleagues across the business, from project teams to the office support staff, recognising the role everyone plays in helping projects succeed. Those words reflect the team spirit that John himself has always brought to every project.
While John leaves behind an impressive portfolio of projects, it is the impact he has had on the people around him that will be remembered most. We thank him for his hard work, commitment and friendship over the years, and wish him a long, healthy and thoroughly enjoyable retirement.
Although we're sure he won't miss every programme update, site meeting or last-minute phone call, we hope he enjoys a well-earned lie-in, watching the World Cup with a Perfect draught close by, knowing he no longer has to get up at the crack of dawn.
Happy retirement, John. You will be greatly missed by everyone at Buxton.
Projects from John's Time at Buxton
Anna House, Kingston upon Thames
Development of two high-specification six-bedroom detached homes featuring basement swimming pools and gyms, complex piling works, reinforced concrete construction, sedum roofs, rainwater harvesting systems and extensive landscaping.
Reddown Road, Coulsdon
A negotiated design and build development delivering 55 affordable homes across four residential blocks, helping provide much-needed housing for the local community.
The Regent Building, London Zoo
Construction of a new double-storey extension and alterations to the existing building, including a mezzanine floor, creating additional café and visitor facilities within the operational zoo environment.
Land of the Lions, London Zoo
A flagship development creating an immersive visitor attraction inspired by India's Gir Forest, featuring lion enclosures, themed buildings, visitor facilities and overnight lodges, all delivered while the zoo remained open to the public.
Epsom College
A fast-track student accommodation fit-out delivered during the summer holiday period, successfully completed in time for the return of students at the start of the new academic year.
Oaks Park Medical Centre
Construction of a modern healthcare facility providing consulting rooms, treatment areas and patient facilities to serve the local community.
Great Portland Street, London
A complex refurbishment and redevelopment project in central London involving extensive alterations to existing buildings within a busy city centre location.
Guildford Crematorium
Construction of a modern crematorium facility incorporating high-quality architectural finishes, landscaped grounds and carefully designed spaces to provide a dignified environment for visitors.
Charterhouse School
Alteration and refurbishment works to create the school's new Oak Café, including a new café servery, dining areas, commercial kitchen, ancillary facilities and offices. The project followed earlier enabling works and specialist stone masonry alterations to the historic cloisters and courtyard, enhancing facilities within the school's 250-acre campus
Hemel Hempstead Crematorium
Delivery of a contemporary crematorium and chapel facility with associated landscaping, creating a welcoming and respectful setting for families and visitors.
Notre Dame School, Cobham
Construction of the ND Innovation Space, a modern two-storey teaching facility providing classrooms, laboratories and collaborative learning spaces designed to support future generations of students.
Oaks Park School
Delivery of modern education facilities designed to provide improved teaching environments and enhanced learning opportunities for pupils and staff.
Gorilla Kingdom, London Zoo
One of several memorable projects John worked on during his time at Buxton, delivered within the unique environment of London Zoo and contributing to the continued development of one of its most popular attractions.
