30 October 2025, London: Martyn Peters will join Wates Fit Out as Divisional Commercial Director, effective from 3 November 2025. With 30 years of experience, Martyn has held senior roles across some of the UK's largest construction and specialist fit out and refurbishment companies, responsible for strategic transformation through his commercial leadership.

Peters has extensive experience throughout the industry and has been responsible for strategic bids, governance, and risk management. His leadership has been instrumental in driving operational efficiency, simplifying processes and building high performing teams.

He is widely respected in the sector for his ability to restructure and implement dynamic growth strategies, identify business improvement opportunities and develop mutually beneficial business relationships.

Lee Phillips, Managing Director, Wates Fit Out says:

“I am excited to work with Martyn again. He will bring an important dimension and additional market insight to the leadership team at Wates Fit Out, as we continue our growth trajectory and challenge the status quo, taking advantage of the opportunities presented.”

Martyn Peters, Divisional Commercial Director, Wates Fit Out says:

“This is an exciting time for Wates Group and Wates Fit Out and I am very happy to be part of the strong leadership that is offering a true alternative to the existing leaders in the market. Our combined experience, knowledge and shared vision for industry progression, positions Wates Fit Out as the 'best in class'.”

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For more information, please contact: Anna King, anna@informare.co.uk / 07780956291 Dominique Klesnik-Edwards, dominique@informare.co.uk / 07803082236

About Wates Fit Out:

Wates Fit Out, a division of Wates Construction, specialises in commercial office fit out projects, with a dedicated office in the City of London.

At Wates Fit Out, every project matters, which is why we maintain a strong, visible presence at all levels - from senior leadership to site teams – ensuring results that exceed expectations. With a reputation built on trust, Wates Fit Out work with top-tier clients to deliver complex, design-led projects where quality, agility, consistency, and tenant experience are paramount.

About Wates Group:

Established in 1897, we are one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. In 2024, we generated underlying pre-tax profit of £31.4m from a turnover of £2.40bn, working with a wide range of public and private-sector customers and partners.

With 6,000 employees and now in our fourth generation of family ownership, we're committed to the long-term sustainability of the built environment and to making our industry more inclusive and representative of the communities we work in.

We are one of The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2023 and an Investors in People Gold accredited company. We are driven by our purpose of reimagining places for people to thrive. Wates.co.uk