Geraint secures promotion on multi-million-pound flagship scheme 16th Jul 2025
Geraint Lloyd has saluted Jones Bros for its continuous support and guidance after taking another significant step up the career ladder.
The 35-year-old has been named deputy project director for Future Water MJJV Ltd, a joint venture between Jones Bros and Mackley , which have teamed up to work on Havant Thicket Reservoir .
The multi-million-pound flagship scheme, led by Portsmouth Water in partnership with Southern Water , is the UK’s first major water-storage reservoir since the 1980s.
After adding his new title to his current role of earthworks construction director, Geraint said: “It’s fantastic to be trusted with the role of deputy project director on such a significant development.
“It will mean being involved in higher level senior decisions, and I relish the extra responsibility that has been placed on my shoulders.
“Having been a part of the scheme since day one, it has been wonderful to see the joint venture with Mackley blossom.
“Combining our skillset with the proficiency and expertise of its impressive team has ensured that there is a strong pool of knowledge to utilise at any given moment.
“It is a significant project to be a part of, and I know that both Jones Bros and Mackley are relishing the work that lies ahead.”
Geraint Thomas, Jones Bros contracts director and Future Water director, said: “Working hard and dedicating yourself to your role makes people sit up and take notice of you, and I’m thrilled that Geraint has been made deputy project director for Future Water.
“His career progression is a wonderful example to all those young civil engineers either looking to get into the industry or just starting out.”
During more than a decade with Jones Bros, Geraint Lloyd has risen through the ranks after starting out as an engineer.
A civil engineering degree from the University of Manchester gave him a good grounding in the sector before he arrived in Ruthin, and almost 11 years later the Glyn Ceiriog native has experience in renewables, sea defence, highways, landfill, and now reservoirs.
Geraint, who now lives in Oswestry, said. “Jones Bros saw something in me as soon as I walked through the door and hopefully, I’m repaying that faith.
“I’m passionate about the work that Jones Bros does and making sure that the company is thought of in the best possible light.
“You only have to look at those individuals who have climbed the ladder with the business to know that they all have one thing in common, and that’s an incredible work ethic.
“That sends out a really strong message across the board to everyone from apprentices and new starters to the supply chain and clients.”
Established in the 1950s, Jones Bros owns one of the largest plant fleets in the UK and employs approximately 500 people.
The company is currently working on contracts in various sectors including highways , flood and marine defence , waste management, and renewable energy around the UK.
The company runs an award-winning apprenticeship scheme, which has produced nearly 40 per cent of its current workforce, with many of its senior managers having started out as apprentices or in a trainee role. It has recruited hundreds of apprentices over the years.