Work anniversaries are always special – but reaching 25 years with the same company is a truly remarkable achievement.

This week, we’re incredibly proud to celebrate Andy, one of our longest-serving team members, as he marks a quarter-century with Michael Aubrey Barrow (Formally Michael Aubrey Partnership).

Andy’s journey is one of continuous growth, adaptability, and commitment. Starting out as a CAD technician, he has evolved alongside the industry – mastering Revit, embracing 3D modelling, and continually pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with the tools at hand.

Today, Andy plays a vital role in projects across the board – from residential extensions and new builds to reinforced concrete detailing, steel connections, framing, and drainage design. His technical expertise is second to none, and his ability to tackle the most challenging corners of a project is a key part of our success.

“I enjoy using my many years of experience to innovate and find solutions for technically challenging problems then I communicate them as clearly as possible – using the BIM software and specialist engineering tools we’ve got at our fingertips.” Andy says.

But for Andy, what really makes the job meaningful is the people.

“What makes the difference is the team. It’s the variety of projects we take on, but also the quality of the people you work with. Collaborating, learning from each other, bouncing ideas off different specialisms – that’s how you deliver the most cost-effective, buildable solutions.”

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Colleagues describe Andy as calm, reliable, and endlessly supportive.

He’s a brilliant teammate and someone who brings out the best in those around him – always willing to lend a hand or share his insight.

Looking ahead, Andy sees a bright future for the profession:

“With technologies and products evolving so quickly, I see processes becoming more streamlined. That means fewer site queries, faster builds, and better value for clients.”

From all of us at Michael Aubrey Barrow, Andy – thank you for 25 years of loyalty and hard work!


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Julie joined the team in June 2023 and comes with strong organisational skills and a customer service background. Before joining us Julie worked for the NHS through the GP surgery side of things, dealing with patients and clinical staff.

She managed a team of fifteen and dealt with patients through COVID.

Julie is a real “people person” and is loving the challenge of her new role outside of the NHS.

One of Julie’s main roles is to support our sales team, speaking to clients, following up on enquiries .

In Julie’s spare time she enjoys going to the theatre and concerts with her husband, spending time with her family and meeting up with friends.

She is very excited to be welcoming a new grandchild in 2024!

Julie biscuits


Favourite Biscuits

Shortbread or dark chocolate ginger!


Olivia joined us in November after working for a private property developer, carrying out design work in Autocad and sketchup – working mainly in high end residential developments.

Her experience includes two barn conversions: a home gym and yoga study and a two-bedroom annexe in addition to the design of a new build property in Chichester.

She has always had a passion for residential projects and has enjoyed learning about Autocad and sketchup.

Since starting with us a few weeks ago she has been thrown in at the deep end! working with one of our structural engineers, Olivia has completed a wall removal project on a residential property. She has also completed a measured survey of a 4 bedroom house for an extension project, and surveyed a period property and drawn up the existing layout ready for a retaining wall design.

I love watching a model come to life. I love meeting people and seeing a project from concept to build – giving people what they love I enjoy all of it.

In my spare time I love going on long walks, ideally via a local pub! I’m also teaching myself the piano and relaxing watching Netflix.

Olivia biscuit


Favourite Biscuits

Ginger nut creams or custard creams!