At GCS Associates, Chris’s role as a Director involves overseeing the company’s growth while focusing on business development, a responsibility he thoroughly enjoys.
Chris holds his colleagues at GCS Associates in the highest regard, recognising them as diligent, reliable, and extremely knowledgeable professionals. Each team member has built their career in recruitment, the Building Materials (BM) industry, or technical roles prior to joining the organisation.
Chris became part of GCS Associates in 2020 after an extensive 36-year career on the front lines of the Building Materials industry. His journey began on a graduate scheme with Malden Timber, before moving to Travis Perkins, where he served as a branch manager in London for many years, eventually managing the company’s largest branch.
He subsequently joined Saint-Gobain, progressing through roles including Regional, Operational, and Managing Director, before moving on to serve as Managing Director of the independent merchant Harlow Timber. In 2018, Chris stepped away from general management to establish his own business, Brockbarn, which specialises in opening new branches for clients in the BM industry. This venture continues alongside his role at GCS Associates.
Chris’s enduring commitment to the Building Materials industry stems not only from its diverse operational and commercial opportunities but also from the inspirational individuals he has encountered—whether mentors, colleagues, or team members. As a people-focused sector, his work at GCS Associates allows him to continue supporting industry peers, both clients and candidates, in achieving their ambitions.
Residing in his home county of Leicestershire, Chris makes the most of his free time by enjoying outdoor pursuits such as golf, sailing, tennis, and long-distance walking.