Jim Sutherland
Chief Executive Officer
Jim founded Fairland over three decades ago, having run a successful Carpentry and Joinery business that had serviced the leisure industry for seven years prior. Having spent thirty-two years as Managing Director, Jim became CEO of Fairland in July 2022.
Jim has always recognised the importance of ongoing professional development. As well as his Carpentry and Joinery Advanced City and Guilds, he has attained his Building and Surveying City and Guilds, ONC and HNC in Construction and Surveying and IOB.
Jim’s the man at the top of the tree, with overall financial control of the company. He works closely with our internal accounts team and external accountants. He’s still very much at the coalface of the business and never too busy to liaise with our clients, Operations Director, Contracts Managers and Site Agents.
Jim believes the most important part of his role is offering help and advice on a variety of contract and site issues that are very much part of the Fairland working day. He’s dedicated to the success of his clients, his team and his company.
When Jim isn’t running Fairland, you might find him in the gym or at the pool. He also enjoys reading, walking, yoga, spending time with his family, travel, food, wine and socialising
Louise Sutherland
Director & Company Secretary
A degree in Historic Design means that Louise is very much at home knee deep in bricks and mortar. She’s been part of the Fairland team since the company was first established in 1990.
As a Company Director and Company Secretary, Louise is involved in future planning and also heads up our HR team. Her standards are exacting because she knows it’s our people that make your project successful.
Louise will tell you that her role at Fairland Contractors is fun, challenging and never dull! And when she’s not working you’ll find her enjoying her favourite pastimes, walking, yoga, cooking, socialising, dining out, music concerts and spending as much time as she can with her three grandchildren.
Justin Horne
Managing Director
After eleven years of service, and as Jim and Louise’s right-hand man, Justin Horne has taken take over as Managing Director. He’s been part of the team for over a decade and has been involved in every aspect of the business. His forward-thinking philosophy has taken the company in new directions. His door is always open to anyone needing assistance or advice, whether that be management, team members or clients.
He’s dedicated in his quest to make working with, or for, Fairland a fantastic experience. He very much fosters the hardworking family ethos that we permanently strive for at Fairland.
When Justin isn’t at work, you’ll find him spending time with friends and family, watching what he calls, real football, lower league football. He also enjoys live music and anything that is Italian scooter orientated.
Phil Bourne
Contracts Manager
Phil has been with us for over five years. He is perfectly qualified to be part of the Fairlands team with SSSTS Qualification, City and Guilds Leadership and Management ILM Level 3, NVQ Level 2 Qualification. He also joined us with a building background, his experience speaks for itself, and he has become a much-valued team member.
Phil spends his days as a Contracts Manager, managing costs, ensuring health and safety is top notch and most importantly, keeping our clients, suppliers and contractors happy.
When he’s not onsite or in the office, you might find Phil on the golf course, and you’ll also find him enjoying time with his family and friends.
Ian Patton
M & E Contracts Manager
Ian joined us in July 2018. He brings with him seventeen years of experience as a Registered Qualifying Supervisor with NIC/EIC. This strong industry background has ensured his stellar success in coordinating a team of Electricians and M&E Engineers.
Ian is in charge of ensuring our works are carried out to the highest of standards and are fully compliant with associated regulations. He’s also the man that heads up the allocation of certification. You’ll most often find Ian on site when he’s at work, and when he’s enjoying time off, you may well find him on the golf course. He also enjoys live music and spending time with his family and friends.
Stefan Bjornson
M and E Supervisor
Stefan joined the Fairland team in the spring of 2022. But he brings with him over two decades of experience in the electrical and building maintenance field. He has been a supervisor for social housing, and previous to that, he was involved in commercial testing and inspection in pubs. He has a wealth of experience in domestic, commercial and industrial installations and testing.
Stefan supervises our electrical staff and subcontractors on site. He also surveys upcoming works and quotes for electrical works, providing certification when completed. In short, he ensures the smooth running of our electrical department!
Since joining Fairland, Stefan has relished building good relationships with co-workers and clients, and we already know he’s a great team player!
Outside of work, Stefan is a keen sportsman; he recently took part in his first Triathlon and is looking forward to more in the future, so enjoys training in the pool and on his bike. He also likes to socialise with friends and play the guitar. He’s currently learning Portuguese for a trip later in the year.
Jamie Sutherland
Contracts Manager
James joined the family business towards the end of 2019. He brings with him practical experience within the construction trade and a Construction Management Degree BSc (Hons).
James believes the most important thing about his role is to ensure that the sites he is looking after produce a stellar result for his clients. He understands that we trade on our reputation. As the best in the business, happy clients mean we’re doing what we should be.
Jamie thrives on the planning, organisation and relationship building required to ensure the very best results on every job.
Outside of work, Jamie is relishing his role as a new father! He also loves to follow sports and enjoys music, festivals and concerts. He likes to travel and find new places to explore.
Craig Willis
Contracts Manager
Craig joined the Fairland team in the summer of 2019. He brings with him fifteen years of experience in the building trade. Craig is SMSTS qualified and has an NVQ3 in Construction Skills.
Like all our Contracts Managers, Craig spends his days ensuring our clients (and potential clients) are happy and informed. And ensuring that projects run cost-effectively and within the budget. A proactive and dynamic member of the team, Craig loves the challenging (in a good way!) mix of work that each day brings.
When Craig isn’t working, you’ll find him spending family time with his wife and children. If he gets to slip away without being noticed, it’s usually to the golf course or the gym.
Carole Jarvis
Buyer
Carole is our patient and very busy buyer. Jim and Louise have known Carole for over twenty years, and when she was made redundant from one of Fairland’s suppliers a few years ago, we knew she’d be the perfect person to join our team. She excels at keeping everyone in the loop and works efficiently in our fast-paced office environment.
Carole’s role is instrumental in the success of our client’s projects. She sources your materials and makes sure those materials are where they need to be at the right time.
Out of work Carole is a doting grandma and enjoys spending time with her grandson, gardening and walking.
Jo Glennon
Accounts Assistant
Jo joined the Fairland accounts team early in 2020. She spends her time concentrating on the numbers, ensuring that payroll, sales invoicing and payment runs all happen when they should. Jo enjoys the varied and fast-paced work at Fairland and is a real asset to our business.
When Jo isn’t at work you’ll find her spending family time with her three boys and partner. She enjoys socialising with friends & family and is a bit of a movie buff!
Kim Payne
Accounts Assistant
Kim has been part of the Fairland team for fourteen years. You’ll find her eagle-eyes poring over the finances. She deals with all aspects of the company accounts, including, payroll, sales ledger, payments and invoices. Kim also makes a mean cuppa! Kim thinks the best part of working within the Fairland team is the camaraderie, she says, “We work hard, but have fun.”
When Kim isn’t at work, you might find her babysitting… She’s a happy granny of four grandchildren. She enjoys walking and reading and is a keen Arsenal fan. She might also swap the tea for a glass of wine (or two) at the weekend.
Jeff Daniels
Administration
Jeff knows Fairland inside out; he worked with us as a driver from the year 2000 for many years. This year we coaxed him back into the Fairland fold to take care of numerous and varied administration roles, from tool hire to health and safety. Jeff will tell you that it’s the variety that he loves most about his job.
Out of work, Jeff’s a bit of a DIY fiend, and he also takes time to look after his Mum
Tracey Burton
Client Administrator
At the end of last year (December 2021), Tracey became part of the Fairland team. She brings with her a wealth of experience in administration, accounts and credit control.
Within her day to day role at Fairland, Tracey is responsible for controlling our client’s purchase orders from conception to completion. She chases and checks all valuations have been received, implementing trackers for each client. In short, she makes sure everything is where it should be, when it should be! She loves the team spirit at Fairland and the variety of work that comes with her busy role.
Tracey’s stand out superpower is organisation, something she uses not just at work but also as a busy Mum of three. When she’s not running the kids around to their various activities, she likes to socialise with friends and family and enjoys the great outdoors. You might find her camping, walking or cycling. She also started running again recently, although she confesses it’s a slow run.. Well, more of a jog!
