Our History

Deacon & Jones has built a reputation for excellence and dedication. As we celebrate 50 years, we look forward to continuing our tradition of delivering outstanding service and expertise.

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Our History

1975
Deacon & Jones Formed
In 1975 Stuart Deacon and Mick Jones form Deacon and Jones as a Partnership based in Bolton, but shortly thereafter having an office in London also.
1975
1986
Mark Lamoury Joins
As a recently completed “A” level student, Mark Lamoury joins Deacon and Jones in June 1986 as a Junior QS in the Bolton office – little knowing that 39 years later he would be one of the Senior Partners.
1986
1986
Richard Bussey Joins
Also in July 1986, Richard Bussey also joins Deacon and Jones in July 1986 following a very short period as a Structural Engineer !! Richard is the Junior QS in the London office. Again, who would think that 39 years later he would also be Senior Partner with Mark.
1986
1990
Meadowhall Centre, Sheffield Opens
At the time, this had been Deacon and Jones largest single value contract at £105M. The second Out of Town Shopping Centre in the country (following the Metro Centre), Stadium Developments took a large former steelwork Brownfield site, right next to the M1, to create a new Shopping Experience. Deacon and Jones acted as Quantity Surveyors. Meadowhall Centre is still going strong some 35 years later.
1990
1991-1993
The Old Rectory, London
Deacon and Jones have always been involved in High End Residential works in Central London. In the period 1991-1993, Deacon and Jones acted as Quantity Surveyor for the a full residential refurbishment of The Old Rectory in Central London – extending to over 30,000 square feet of accommodation, the property in 2019 values, was on the Market for in excess of £200M. The residential refurbishment carried out in the early 90’s was carried out with renowned Interior Designer/Architect Tony Collett.
1991-1993
1997
Roy Fairclough Joins
Roy joins Deacon and Jones as a Graduate in 1997 – joining the Practise based in the Bolton office – Roy some 28 years later is now a Partner in the Practise.
1997
1998
Trafford Centre Manchester
Following the great success of the Meadowhall Centre, PEEL, then create a new Out of Town Shopping Centre on the edge of Manchester at the Trafford Centre. This was larger in footprint area than the Meadowhall Centre, and since the original Centre was built, the further expansion by way of Barton Square, expended this even further. This was constructed with Bovis as Management Contractor, and Deacon and Jones providing QS services. At the time, this was +£200M construction value.
1998
2010
JCoSS (Jewish Community Secondary School), Barnet
First Parent led Secondary School, six form entry with SEN facility. Built in four wings around a street atrium13,500m2 GIA. Project included all weather pitch, loose fittings and furniture, ICT installations. £46 million project cost.
2010
2014-2016
Ghana Hosptials
In terms of spreading wings, the District Hospital sites in Ghana, West Africa, are one of the furthest destinations, that Deacon and Jones have deployed their skill sets. Acting as QS, Deacon and Jones assisted NMSI provide 6 District Hospitals for the Ministry of Health in Ghana, with a Contract Value of $175M.
2014-2016
2015
Woolf Institute (Cambridge)
New home for the Woolf Institute which promotes understanding between the Muslim, Jewish and Christian faiths. Accommodation includes, library, research rooms, presentation rooms, visiting researcher accommodation, lecture room, built around a spectacular void running through the building over four floors.
2015
2017-2019
Highgate, London
Acting for a Family Trust, continuing a long tradition of High End Residential works in Central London, Deacon and Jones acted as Project Monitor on a property in Highgate that was the largest private residential property in London after Buckingham Palace.
2017-2019
2018-2020
Jumeirah Carlton Tower, London
A 5 star full Hotel Refurbishment in Central London for the Jumeirah Brand – with delivery on site happening through the COVID pandemic – Deacon and Jones offered QS/Contract Admin/PM services. The Hospitality/Leisure sector being one of the areas of expertise that D&J have extensive experience in. Build contract value £95M.
2018-2020
2025
Deacon & Jones Celebrates 50 Years
2025 sees the 50th Anniversary of a quality Professional service delivering Quantity Surveying services at its core, with Contract Administration, Project Management, and Employers Agent duties across all construction industry Sectors. Private and Public Sector clients – UK and European coverage. What will the next 50 years hold...

The Current Partners wish to extend their thanks and appreciation to the Founding Partners, Stuart Deacon and Mick Jones, former Senior Partner Robin Fletcher, and former Partner and current Consultant Timohty Taylor, for all their hard work and dedication.
2025

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