Russell Colbran, ACIOB - Managing Director
Russell has worked in the building and construction industry since the late eighties, initially joining Walter Llewellyn & Sons as a management trainee where he completed a 4-year training scheme and achieved an ONC and HNC in building studies. Appointed Contract Surveyor and Manager for the firm, he gained experience working across a wide range of commercial and residential projects valued up to £1.5million.
Russell holds the CITB construction site safety manager’s qualification and is a qualified first aider. He is your first port of call with any project enquiry.
Having joined Colbran & Wingrove in 2007, Martin works closely alongside Russell and finds the diversity of the firm’s client base and work hugely rewarding.
Judy joined Colbran & Wingrove in 2002, taking on the role of finance and HR development. Having completed the AAT accounting qualification Judy is responsible for all aspects of the financial and operational management of the business.
Beatriz oversees the day-to-day smooth running and efficiency of the business. Along with responsibility for all the administrative duties associated with such a role, she also has a particular focus on marketing which brings her into contact with our clients and professional partners, and sees her work closely alongside Judy to help develop our presence locally.
We’re a proven, accredited construction partner and work for several local authority organisations and many private sector businesses. We manage new projects and carry out ongoing, responsive maintenance works across East Sussex.
Colbran & Wingrove turned 50 in 2017. We're the longest established independent building contractor in Eastbourne, having traded continuously under first and second generation family ownership since 1967.
Our team can help you create the perfect space, with full building project solutions to transform and improve your property.
We have used Colbran & Wingrove many times, for small and larger projects, and have always been extremely pleased both with the quality of their work and the service. A very professional company
Colbran & Wingrove delivered on all counts. Their co-operation was exemplary we had remarkably little hassle! Their team was effective, courteous and very well-humoured and we are extremely pleased with the result
The team of men working on the project were of a high calibre - friendly, professional and easy to deal with. The directors were approachable, informed, friendly, courteous and quick to resolve any issues. As a company we hold them in high regard and would recommend them without hesitation
We were extremely pleased overall and the workforce were all very cheerful and helpful
We're delighted with the work Colbran & Wingrove carried out for us. From the initial visit and quote to completion they were professional, efficient and a pleasure to work with. They worked to a high standard causing minimal disruption
Arundel Place Residents’ Company