Stuart will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of Penn Commercial’s managed estate, including property inspections, viewings and agency work. He will also liaise with tenants, and coordinate and supervise contractors for works and ongoing repairs, as well as leading on Penn’s Re-Leased management software.
Stuart attained his BSc (Hons) Real Estate Management Degree at Anglia Ruskin University, and has worked primarily across the Healthcare sector throughout his long-established career, specialising in the development and management of healthcare projects, also with hands-on involvement in a number of healthcare investment portfolios.
Before joining the Penn Commercial Property Management team, Stuart acted as Development Manager for large corporates, Apollo Capital Projects and its subsequent owner Assura PLC – a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)-listed company, specialising in the development and investment of healthcare buildings across the UK and Ireland – for nearly 25 years.
One of Stuart’s major projects in his hometown of Ipswich has been the delivery of the Two Rivers Medical Centre, next to Ipswich Hospital. Stuart has also undertaken a number of key projects locally, which include commercial retail, residential, education and site acquisitions.
Stuart said of his new role:
“I am delighted to be joining the Penn Commercial team, giving me the opportunity to continue my career in commercial property, but also getting the opportunity to work with a more diverse range of property sectors.”
Vanessa Penn, Managing Director of Penn Commercial, added:
“We are pleased to welcome Stuart to our Penn Commercial, bringing a wealth of experience in property management and development, and growing our award-winning team.”
Penn Commercial also introduced Shaun Collins AssocRICS to its ranks in February this year, further growing its agency provision as Associate Surveyor. The Penn team now consists of ten multi-disciplined property professionals, offering a variety of end-to-end services across commercial agency, property management and professional services.
