K P Wilton & Son Ltd is a family owned and run construction business established by Ken Wilton in 1954. The company started work fundamentally as a plumbing and heating business which developed into a building company and rapidly established a strong reputation for reliability, fairness and quality with local clients.
Ken’s son Rob joined the business at an early age and gradually developed the skills to run the business and take over control after his fathers’ death. Today, Rob manages the business alongside Aaron who joined the company in 2014 and is driving the company forward to develop and diversify using the same values instilled in the business from the very beginning.
Our Vision
To be the company to whom clients return, time and time again. We will continue to achieve this by: Engaging with our customers to understand their requirements and interpret them correctly; Growing the business fast enough to serve more clients, but slow enough to not lose sight of our values; and Treating people how we wish to be treated.
Our People
Our fantastic team here at Wilton will make sure that your project runs like clockwork, on time, on budget and delivering a result beyond your expectations. We support and train our skilled, long serving employees to enable them to work safely and efficiently. We also encourage everyone to develop their careers with the right support and team around them. We will not compromise on safety and will act responsibly in all that we do. We firmly believe that success without integrity is failure.
Robert Wilton
Managing Director
Rob joined the company at sixteen as a bricklaying apprentice, gaining his city and guilds qualification. He continued to work for the company as a bricklayer, developing his management and business skills. Rob worked his way up through the ranks to Director, taking over as Managing Director upon the retirement of Ken, his father.
Aaron Whiston
Operations Director
Aaron joined K P Wilton in 2014 as a contracts manager. Aaron started his career at C H Pearce Construction where he studied Construction Management part-time, gaining a BSc (Hons) degree whilst learning invaluable onsite experience. Aaron decided to leave Pearce, then known as ISG after 8 years to work for Bray and Slaughter. This proved to be a great decision as the smaller business enabled involvement across all disciplines, setting himself up to run a small subcontract company prior to joining the K P Wilton team.
Ian Williams
Commercial Manager
Ian started his construction career at Mowlem and moved to Vinci to complete his BSC in Quantity Surveying. Ian later moved to Bray & Slaughter gaining valuable experience across a range of small to medium sized projects. Ian has worked in subcontracting more recently, gaining more in depth knowledge of specific trade packages. His commitment to delivering a good job in budget and promoting Wilton values makes him a key member of the team.
Kate Carter
Business Manager
As Business Manager, Kate plays a vital role in every aspect the business, from the tender process to maintaining strong client relationships post-completion.
With a background in finance, marketing and exhibitions she brings a strategic approach to our business practices. In addition, Kate oversees HR and our apprenticeship programs, marketing, and client communications, ensuring the smooth operation and continued growth of the business. Her versatility, attention to detail, and commitment make her an invaluable part of the K P Wilton team.
Gary Lott
Contracts Manager
Gary joined Wilton in 2018, bringing over 40 years of industry experience to the team. Having previously worked with Stone BCI, Bray and Slaughter, and Ian Williams, he has developed extensive expertise in contract management and project delivery. His drive and enthusiasm ensure that projects are completed on time and to the highest standards. A valuable asset to Wilton, Gary’s commitment to quality and efficiency continues to contribute to the company’s success.
John Parfitt
Contracts Manager
John has been a dedicated member of Wilton for over a decade, starting his career with the company as a carpenter before advancing to Site Manager and, most recently, Contracts Manager in 2024. His hands-on experience and deep understanding of the industry make him an invaluable asset to the team. Known for his conscientious approach, professionalism, and strong organisational skills, John ensures that every project is delivered efficiently and to the highest standards.
Ruth Adams
Estimator
Ruth joined K P Wilton as our Accounts Administrator after a long and successful career with another Bristol-based company. In 2022, she transitioned to our Estimating Office, where she now prices projects and manages tender proposals.
Outside of work, Ruth is an avid walker and gardener. She enjoys exploring new places across the UK with her husband and dogs or tending to her allotment. Ruth is in the office from Tuesday to Thursday, bringing her expertise and attention to detail to every project she supports.
Cameron Main
Trainee Estimator
Cameron began his career with K P Wilton working on-site before deciding to pursue a path in estimating. To support his career progression, he has enrolled in a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations. Since early 2024, Cameron has been working alongside Ruth, quickly proving himself to be an excellent addition to the team. His hands-on experience, commitment to learning, and keen eye for detail make him a valuable asset as he develops his expertise in estimating.
Joanna Champion
Office Administrator and Contract Coordinator
Jo is the friendly face of K P Wilton, greeting visitors with her warm and chatty personality as the first point of contact at reception. As Office Administrator and Contracts Coordinator, she plays a key role in keeping things running smoothly, from handling day-to-day office tasks to organising handover paperwork for client Operation and Maintenance Manuals. With her approachable nature and keen attention to detail, Jo ensures both colleagues and clients feel well-supported.
Carey Brown
Accounts Administrator
Carey joined K P Wilton in 2023 to lead our accounts administration, bringing a wealth of experience from both the construction industry and a long career in finance. Her keen eye for detail ensures everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
Outside of work, Carey is a passionate baker, known for her exceptional celebration cakes. Luckily for her colleagues, she occasionally shares her delicious creations—making tea time at Wilton a little sweeter!
Mike Lewis
Senior Site Manager
Mike joined Wilton in September 2014 having previously worked for Spectrum, Harsco Infrastructure and being self-employed for 10 years prior. Mike has a city and guilds qualification in bricklaying and has developed his training over the last few years to include other vocational and health and safety qualifications as well as his SMSTS. Mike is a keen rugby fan and enjoys holidays in between delivering projects.
Steve Parfitt
Site Manager
Steve joined Wilton in 1999 having previously worked for Plummer and Hockey. When KP Wilton purchased Plummer and Hockey Steve joined the team. Steve is a carpenter by trade and a keen fisherman. His son John has also joined us at Wilton. Steve enjoys watching football and ran local youth teams during his younger years.
Dave McCall
Site Manager
Dave has been with the company since 2004 starting work as a painter and decorator. Dave moved through the business gaining experience in all trades and he is talented multi skilled tradesmen, his knowledge in many different areas giving him a key advantage managing the day to day management of a project.
Ian Webster
Site Manager
Ian has been working with Wilton for several years now, originally joining us in 2014 as a partition and ceiling fixer. Ian has widened his skills by helping with and learning other trades enabling him to be a good all-round site manager. Ian enjoys music and can be found performing with his band or DJing in his spare time.