Meet the team

Jonathan was brought up in Belfast before moving to England in 1980. He graduated from Aston University in 1984 with a degree in Building Economics and Management. He is also a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building. He started his career with John Laing Construction, before moving to a contractor specialising in groundworks and RC frames. Jonathan set up JP Dunn Construction in 1999. He has been the Managing Director ever since, during which time the company has grown to become a market leader within its sector, with an innovative approach to the successful delivery of complex projects. The company has a strong reputation for training apprentices and providing work for ex-offenders. Jonathan has a passion for bringing people through his business irrespective of their level of entry and helping them to forge a successful career in construction.

Jonathan believes in a collaboration with his Clients, and delivering a quality product both safely and on time. This ethos is shared throughout the business.

Jonathan is also the Chair of the Trustees of the Udney Park Community Fields Foundation which is seeking to purchase playing fields for use by amateur sports clubs in his local borough.

Jerry is a highly experienced construction professional with over 15 years in the industry, a Master’s in Civil Engineering, and Incorporated Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (IEng MICE). Skilled in both complex structural schemes and large-scale RC frame projects, he combines technical expertise with practical problem-solving to deliver quality, efficiency, and successful outcomes. Known for his approachable style and collaborative mindset, Jerry builds strong relationships that drive projects forward.

Nick graduated from Nottingham Trent University in 1998 with a degree in Engineering Surveying. He then joined John Mowlem where he developed his technical skills as Project Engineer. Nick joined JP Dunn Construction in 2004 where he steadily progressed from Site Engineer to Project Manager. Nick now leads the highly experienced Pre-Construction team.

Through early engagement and a collaborative approach, Nick is able to work closely with clients to obtain early cost and programme certainty. Nick’s keen eye for detail, technical background and awareness of innovative building techniques have helped secure some of JP Dunn Construction’s more complex projects.

Yllka graduated from University of Tirana in 1999 with a Masters degree in Civil Engineering and has over 15 years of commercial experience in Groundworks and RC frames in the UK. Yllka joined JP Dunn Construction in 2013 and leads the Surveying department of the business. Her honest and dedicated approach to her work contributes to commercial support provided to clients throughout the project. Yllka’s focus is on providing accurate information on final costs throughout each project and in minimising cost movements through intervention where there is change.

James joined JP Dunn Construction in 2016. James has over 20 years’ experience in product planning, buying and terminal stock management in both the UK and Asia. He is responsible for all procurement planning and management within JP Dunn and is tasked with keeping costs in line and deliveries on time! With a focus on margin versus overheads, James uses initiative, drive and enthusiasm to maximise the company’s profits through value engineering and a tight stock control.

Ovi started his career with JP Dunn Construction in 2008, where he gradually progressed from a Groundwork to a Supervisor role, an Assistant Project Manager then an SHEQ & Training Co-ordinator within the newly formed SHEQ department.

Working as an SHEQ & Training Manager, Ovi is responsible for monitoring and reporting on SHEQ performance for the business, working with the SHEQ team to develop strategy for SHEQ improvement.

Aaron is an accomplished plant manager with over 18 years of experience in the plant and machinery industry. Aaron began his career with an apprenticeship at Volvo before progressing through the ranks to his current position of Plant Manager at JP Dunn.

Aaron is responsible for the day to day running of our Plant Yard in Woking. Aaron and his team work tirelessly to ensure our plant is well maintained and delivered to site on time.