We’re delighted to announce that Jarod Merridew has joined Leslie Clark as a Partner, based in our Leeds office. With over 30 years of experience in cost management and project delivery across retail, residential, hotels, commercial, and public sectors, Jarod’s track record is truly remarkable.

Jarod’s is particularly passionate about residential masterplanning, having been involved in the strategic masterplanning of multiple large garden villages at St Cuthbert’s Carlisle, Worcester Parkway, Enfield and Brighouse. Additionally Jarod has extensive experience in the volume housebuilding sector, providing specialist cost input on proposed sites, to aid both the site acquisition and planning gain negotiation processes. Further project highlights in other sectors in recent years include leading major projects such as Bradford Live, Kirklees Cultural Heart and Wakefield Trinity Stadium. Beyond his technical expertise, Jarod is known for his strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and passion for adding value at every stage of a project.

In his new role, Jarod will work closely with Steve Kendall and Richard Haigh to drive growth across all sectors and strengthen our presence in Leeds.

We’re thrilled to have him on board and look forward to the impact he’ll make.

Welcome, Jarod!