Role

Country Director, France

Location

Paris, France

As Country Director of Gleeds France, Kevin Braund runs company operations, manages the team, and oversees technical service provision in France, including project management, cost management, and technical advisory.

A typical day begins bright and early, with the Paris office bustling with activity into the evening. He spends his time in meetings and engaging with team members, clients, and design teams. Kevin's passion for the construction industry stems from the diverse projects and the satisfaction of overcoming the challenges within them. His decision to join Gleeds was largely influenced by the exceptional individuals who were already part of the organisation.

As someone who prioritises teamwork, core value of being "people-focused" strikes a chord with Kevin. He strongly believes in creating a positive, collaborative, work environment, where everyone can thrive. His advice to newcomers is that embracing that mentality, working hard, and enjoying the company of your colleagues is the key to a successful journey at Gleeds.

My main motivation is to create an environment where everyone can thrive, where our approach is inclusive and empowering. This, in turn, translates into producing high-quality work for our clients. Success for me is being recognised as the go-to organisation in the industry, and also being known as a great place to work.

One of Kevin's greatest sources of pride is the team he has built, whose hard work and dedication ensure the excellence and financial success of Gleeds France.

Beyond work, Kevin enjoys spending time at home, on DIY projects, tending to his vegetable patch, and spending quality time with family and friends. While he cannot imagine a career outside of the construction industry, in alternate reality he might have worked in the charity sector, or as a philanthropist (assuming rockstar isn’t an option…)!