Meet Our Development Management Group
At Brookbanks, Development Management is more than just a service - it’s a commitment to transforming ideas into thriving, fully delivered developments. From the moment a concept is sketched on paper to the final stages of delivery, we’re there every step of the way.
A Holistic, Hands-On Approach
What sets Brookbanks apart is our unique blend of planning, engineering, commercial insight, and project delivery expertise. We don’t just advise from a distance – we roll up our sleeves and work alongside you, becoming an extension of your team.
Unlike many firms that step back once contracts are signed, our senior leaders remain actively involved throughout the project lifecycle. You won’t be handed off to junior staff – you’ll always have direct access to someone who knows your project inside and out. That’s what a true partnership looks like.
Driving Projects Forward with Purpose
Development management isn’t just about ticking boxes. It’s about keeping momentum, avoiding delays, and managing costs. We understand the commercial pressures our clients face – tight deadlines, stakeholder expectations, and the need for practical, timely solutions.
Because our senior team stays engaged, decisions are made quickly, problems are resolved before they escalate, and our clients always have a clear picture of where their project stands.
Case Study: Shefford New Town
Take Shefford New Town—a £1.5 billion development featuring:
- 5,500 new homes
- 80,000 m² of employment and retail space
- 3 primary schools and 1 secondary school
Brookbanks leads this ambitious project as the consortium’s development partner, overseeing all non-housebuilding strategic delivery and managing the implementation of roads and infrastructure.
We’ve streamlined the planning and infrastructure process by challenging the outline planning permission—saving significant costs and enhancing the placemaking of Shefford’s new community.
The Glue Between Stakeholders
On complex, multi-developer schemes like Shefford, coordination is key. Different developers build at different paces, which affects infrastructure needs and timing. We manage these moving parts, ensuring service parcels are delivered when needed and work-in-progress is closely monitored.
This is what we do best: solving problems, adding value, and turning vision into reality.
The Brookbanks Difference
At Brookbanks, we pride ourselves on being more than consultants—we’re collaborators, problem-solvers, and partners. Our hands-on, senior-led approach ensures that every project we manage is delivered with precision, care, and a deep understanding of our clients’ goals.
That’s the Brookbanks difference.
Meet the Team...
Development Director
Andy Tinnelly
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Associate Director
Annabel Le Lohé
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Development Manger
Emma Laventine
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Development Director
Fran Walker
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Planning Manager
Jack Lynch
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Group Director for Development Management / Head of Yorkshire and North East Office
Tori Hall
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Development Management Group
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Land, Development and Communities Group
Our Land, Development and Communities Group (LDC) has built an enviable reputation across our industry as leading providers of a variety of services with t...
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Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Group
Our Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Group has a renowned team of award-winning, energy-centric building services specialists.
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Our services are available for specific stages of a project or for a projects' entire lifecycle – it all comes down to what you need and when. We are adapt...
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Structural Engineering Group
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At Brookbanks, we know EV charging becomes far more manageable when it’s approached as part of a wider development picture rather than an isolated task. Rising regulatory demands, limited capacity, cost pressures and the realities of underground or enclosed parking all interact in ways that can affect programme, viability and long‑term performance. This article looks at the recurring challenges we see across residential, commercial and mixed‑use projects and the practical steps that help developments meet Part S requirements, manage grid limitations, integrate load‑balancing and smart‑charging systems, and plan for solar PV and battery storage. The aim is to provide clear, grounded insight that helps teams design EV strategies that genuinely stand up to modern development demands.
Our February 2026 Newsletter
February 23, 2026
Welcome to our February 2026 newsletter. In this issue, we will be sharing what’s been happening over the past month, including our two new podcasts highlighting the common pitfalls around S278 and S38 highway approvals, and what the Planning & Infrastructure Bill means for developers in England and Wales, with special guest Mark Harris from HBF Wales. We’re also looking back on our latest article, which explored how unspent S106 and CIL funds create opportunities to review, challenge and optimise legacy obligations, and why combining planning expertise with commercial insight is key to unlocking value. Plus, we are rounding off by showcasing one of our team's achievements.
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Earlier this month, we hosted a lunch-time webinar exploring how infrastructure design can be strengthened well before construction begins. Led by our Civil Engineering specialists Ryan Meade and Toby Crayden, the conversation focused on the practical steps that help to reduce uncertainty and make the transition from design to delivery smoother and more predictable. Their session looked at the real‑world challenges that commonly appear between early drawings and activity on site. Ryan and Toby shared their experience of how early awareness, clearer coordination and the right conversations at the right time can make a measurable difference to project outcomes.