UPP appoints new Managing Director of UPP Projects Limited
University Partnerships Programme (UPP), a provider of on campus student accommodation infrastructure and support services in the UK, has announced the appointment of Andrew Percival as Managing Director of UPP Projects Limited effective from 4 July 2016.
UPP Projects Limited is the group’s design, planning, funding and development business which is responsible for the origination, negotiation and subsequent financial close of teh company's transactions.
Andrew joins from VINCI Construction UK, a national construction and facilities company and the largest British subsidiary of VINCI PLC where he was Director of VINCI UK Developments and VINCI Investments. In this role, he was responsible for the day to day management of VINCI’s involvement in the redevelopment of New Covent Garden Market, one of the largest regeneration projects in London. Andrew has also held senior positions within Taylor Woodrow Construction, focused on origination of public/private partnership transactions, prior to its acquisition by VINCI PLC in 2008.
As a board member of the Hertfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership, Andrew has been instrumental in achieving significant investment within infrastructure across Hertfordshire and also currently chairs Stevenage First, a partnership focused on achieving the long term regeneration of Stevenage town centre.
Sean O’Shea, Group Chief Executive Officer said:
“Andrew joins at an important time for UPP as we expect a number of significant opportunities to come to market over the coming months with both existing and potential new partners. He brings with him exceptional expertise within the field of project management, which will prove valuable in further enhancing our strong track record and reputation within the sector.”
Commenting on his appointment, Andrew said:
“I am delighted to be joining UPP at such an exciting time for the business. I look forward to working with the teams and our chosen partners to realise the opportunities ahead, whilst at the same time helping to further enhance UPP’s market leading position.”
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