Our South West region has strengthened its senior management team by appointing Chris Baker MRICS as Commercial Director.
Chris, aged 35, joins the business from Bloor Homes, having previously held director and management positions at both Persimmon and Bovis Homes.
The appeal of Wain Homes’ independent ownership structure and exciting growth strategy attracted Chris to the new role.
Chris explains, “Wain Homes has an excellent reputation in the South West, and its privately owned structure makes it a flexible and agile business. The company has a clear vision for long-term growth, and I am excited to contribute to that journey.”
"The business boasts a strong portfolio of prime development sites and an exciting pipeline of upcoming projects. In my role, I will focus on fostering the growth of the existing team, implementing best practices, and maximising value, all while maintaining our commitment to exceptional quality.”
Housebuilding has been in Chris's blood from an early age, having grown up with a father who ran a small development firm. At Wain Homes South West, Chris will play a key strategic role across all stages of the development lifecycle, from land acquisition to customer care.
Steve Goldsworthy, Managing Director at Wain Homes South West, said: “Chris has a proven track record of developing strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors throughout the land acquisition and construction process and will also support and help develop our highly skilled team to achieve our growth objectives.
“Attracting talent of Chris’ quality is testament to the appeal of Wain Homes’ culture and values, where people are empowered to help drive the business forward.”
Wain Homes currently has eight live developments across Devon and Cornwall with three new developments due to launch in Spring and Summer 2025.