Professional experience

Technical design solution
on a residential project
in Cambridge

Strategic support for senior decision makers

Bob Stares is a qualified architect. He studied in Cheltenham and Dartford and has been a member of the Royal Institute of British Architects and the Architects Registration Board for more than 25 years.

Professional experience

1. Epping Forest District Council – Trainee Architect 1976 -1984
   

2. Archer Boxer Architects – Senior Project Architect 1984 – 1988
   

3. Elsworth Sykes Architects – Associate 1988 – 1994
   

4. Ruddle Wilkinson Architects – Associate 1994 – 1997
   

5. Laing Construction – Chief Architect 1997 – 2001
   

6. Scurr & Partners Architects – Managing Director 2001 – 2010
   

7. A member of the Institute of Directors since 2001
   

Key achievements

1. Developed new fee paying opportunities with new and existing clients.
   

2. Oversaw turnover increase by more than 150% over a six year period
   with increased profit margins.
   

3. Evaluated the performance of an existing business, made clear thinking
   recommendations leading to the setting up of a new business in London.
   

4. Registered the new business with the RIBA as a Chartered Practice.
   

5. Mentoring senior and junior staff for improved performance.
   

6. Prepared and implemented detailed business and marketing plans.
   

7. Designed and implemented a bespoke business management system.
   

8. Designed and implemented a comprehensive quality management system.
   

9. Rebranded a business including the management of a new website
   and brand image.
   

10. Set up a board of 7 directors.
    

11. Managed a company buy out in 2007.
    
    

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