The Parliamentary Review is a document that shares best practice between policymakers and business leaders. Each edition of the Review covers a range of topics across specific industries, featuring commentary… Read more »
Kentish Killer
In preparation for their Geneva to Milan bike ride in May 2020 the Pantera Team took part in the Kentish Killer bike ride on 1st March 2020 cycling 70 miles… Read more »
PQ – 3rd Edition
The latest edition of Pantera’s PQ magazine is ready. We have our first ever guest speaker, the MD’s adventures to Everest base camp and so much more. Click here to… Read more »
New Starter
The accounts team are happy to welcome Dana Campbell.
New Starter
We would like to welcome David Kpe to the estimating team at Pantera.
Annual staff awards
Pantera held their first ever annual staff awards night on Friday 31st January 2020. The whole team got together to celebrate along with motivational speaker, blind adventurer Myles Hilton-Barber. Categories… Read more »
New Starter
Pantera would like to welcome Francesca Shaxted to their team as Admin Assistant.
Movember 2019
A great effort made by the Pantera Team for the very worth cause Movember with a substantial amount of £2900.00 raised. Well done and must say all looking good!
Laureus Sport for Good Foundation
On the 27th November 2019 a team of Pantera staff took part in Laureus Spin for Good at London’s Velodrome, raising £2110.00 for Laureus organisation. This organisation celebrates sporting excellence… Read more »
Employee Recognition Award October 2019
We are please to announce the winner of this quarter’s staff recognition award is Nina Cadogan the Operations Manager from our wardrobes department, with the runners up being Toni Harrison… Read more »
PQ – 2nd Edition
After the success of the first edition of PQ we have pleasure in having releasing our new and improved 2nd edition, please put your feet up and Click here to have… Read more »
Movember
A number of the Pantera Staff are taking part in Movember this year and would like some motivation to start there tash growth and ask that if you are able… Read more »
Awarded Sector 15 & 16 St Mary’s Island
Pantera have been awarded the next phase with Countryside at St Mary’s Island, Sector 15 and 16. This will be 132 units, houses and apartments. Wprks starts November 2019.
Employee Recognition Award August 2019
After a busy summer period we are proud to announce that Mat Glendenning, our Commercial Director is the worthy winner of our staff recognition award with Megan Nimmo, Junior Estimator runner… Read more »
Employee recognition award June 2019
The winner of June’s award was Jonathan Callow for all his hard work in winning the RoSPA gold award for Pantera and for heading up Pantera’s first edition of PQ… Read more »
PQ – First edition goes public
Great News! The first edition of PQ Magazine – written by Pantera staff with clients, suppliers, staff, family and friends in mind to let them know what is going on… Read more »
Canary Wharf Contractors Dragon Boat
On the 12th July Pantera entered a Dragon Boat team to compete at the Canary Wharf Contractors Dragon Boat event at Docklands Watersports and Sailing club in support of Canary… Read more »
Welcome to the Team
Toni Harrison joins the Pantera accounts team as Project Accountant, a new role that we are looking forward to Toni developing. Welcome to the Pantera team Toni!
Gracie’s Golf day
For the 9th year running Gracie’s golf day event took place at Sutton Green Golf club, in aid for Shooting Star children’s hospice and Pantera were lucky enough to take part… Read more »
Welcome to the Team
Lisa Gravett joins Pantera taking on the challenging role of PA to MD and Chairman. Welcome to the Pantera Team Lisa!
Endurance Go Karting
Pantera took part in the Berkeley Homes Endurance Go Karting event at Daytona, Sandown Park in support of MERU. The event raised a great £12.476.00 on the day and Berkeley… Read more »
Montpellier to Monaco Charity Bike ride
When it comes to a gruelling Charity Event, Pantera are all for it. Our team of three joined forces with friends from Berkeley Homes, 250 City Road and other subcontractors… Read more »
RoSPA Gold Award
Pantera is very proud to have received the RoSPA Gold Award at their Gala evening on 18th June. The Awards Ceremony was hosted by Baroness Jolly whom is part of… Read more »
Awarded Ryewood
Pantera have been awarded Phase 8c of the Ryewood project. The Project will consist of 35 apartments, 3 storey apartment block containing a mixture of private and affordable one and… Read more »
Berkely NEL Dragon Boat Race
On the 18th June 2019 Pantera took part in Berkeley NEL’s annual Dragon boat race at West Reservoir Woodberry Down in aid of Home Start.
24hr Row – Hope Challenge
On Friday, 7th June, Pantera Group took part in a 24-hour row at our Head Offices in Rochester. This gruelling fundraising event was in aid of the charity, Habitat for… Read more »
Housebuilder Brain Game 2019
Over 600 guests packed The Brewery in London to compete for the coveted Housebuilder Brain Game Trophy 2019. The evening drinks reception was sponsored by Pantera Wardrobes and the event… Read more »
5-a-side Charity Football Tournament.
As part of Berkeley Homes fundraising for Home Start, Pantera took part in a 5-a-side football Tournament at the Shoreditch Powerleague. The guys made it into the quarter finals, narrowly… Read more »
Welcome to the Team!
Megan Nimmo joined Pantera as a Junior Estimator. Welcome to the team!
Employee recognition award for April 2019
April’s prizes went to winner, Charlie Elsley for arranging the Tough Mudder team building event, which was a great success. The runners up were Kevin Ross and John Goodall. Well… Read more »
Marathon duo!
Rob Farquhar our Construction Director and George Sheeran QS were lucky enough to take part in this year’s London Marathon raising fantastic amounts for 2 worthy charities. Rob supporting The… Read more »
Welcome to the Team
Lorraine Garwood joins the Pantera Accounts team to take on the role as Accounts Assistant. Welcome to the Team Lorraine!
Welcome to the Team
Nicky Phipps joined Pantera as our Goods in administrator. Welcome to the Pantera Team!
Tough Mudder 2019
Tough Mudder describes itself as the craziest, muddiest and toughest teamwork-inspired challenge on the planet. 11 of the Pantera team took part in this 12 obstacle and 5K run, encapsulating… Read more »
Welcome to the Team
George Sheeran joined our commercial team as QS. Welcome to the team!
Employee Recognition Award
The February Employee recognition award and the first in our new office, was won by Pat Smith, Customer Care and Operations Support, 2nd place went to Katia North, Commercial Assistant… Read more »
Head Office Relocation
Pantera’s head office has relocated. Having outgrown the office at The Old Laundry, the head office team have moved and taken up new residence at Empire House in Rochester located… Read more »
Awarded Trent Park
Pantera have been awarded Trent Park in Enfield. The Project will be made up of 3 and 4 bedroom homes set within the 413 acre Trent Country park.
Berkeley Homes Contractors 2018 H&S Award
Pantera have been awarded Top 5 performing Multi-Site Award at the Berkeley Homes contractor Health & Safety Awards.
Awarded Wembley Parade
Pantera have been awarded Wembley Parade, located on North End Road this project will be 195 – one, two and three bedroom homes across five buildings. Our works will include… Read more »
Employee Recognition Winner
Employee recognition for our 2nd awards are Winner Katie Penniall Process and Systems Manager, 2nd place Phil Wallis Assistant Surveyor and 3rd place John Goddall Senior Estimator. Well done to… Read more »
Charity Bike Ride
Congratulations to Paul Healey and Peter Mills, who took part in a charity bike ride, cycling 500KM through beautiful valleys and the fantastic city of Luang Prabang all in 5… Read more »
Considerate Constructors 2018
Pantera attended the Considerate Constructors award ceremony on 16th November and were delighted to win the Silver award.
Employee Recogntion Award
Pantera are always looking for ideas to reward and acknowledge the hard work of their staff and have recently initiated a bi-monthly staff recognition award for the office staff. The… Read more »
Team Building Bear Grylls Survival Event
A great day was had by all when the Pantera team went for the Bear Grylls survival experience, taking part in team building activities including blindfolded driving being directed only… Read more »
Berkeley Southern Charity Football Tournament WINNERS!
Pantera participated in the Berkeley’s foundation charity football tournament on Thursday 27th September 2018 and not only took part in a great charity event to help raise monies for young… Read more »
Berkeley Group Apprentice Awards
Pantera were invited along to the Berkeley’s group apprentice awards on 25th September 2018 where they were awarded Highly Commended for their work with apprentices.
Berkeley SEL Football Tournament
Pantera took part in a charity 5 a side football tournament on Friday 14th September to help support Berkeley homes charity the Berkeley’s foundation. The team played well and managed… Read more »
Apprentice of the Year 2017
Our third Annual Apprentice Awards took place in July with awards going to Chris Quested for Apprentice of the Year, Henry Harrison for best 2nd year, Ben Tworek for best… Read more »
Awarded Wood Wharf A3
Pantera are pleased to announce that they have been awarded Wood Wharf A3 project. This project will consist of 345 high end private apartments in a 43 storey tower. Our… Read more »
Operations Director
Pantera Group Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Liam Hitchen to the role of Operations Director from 28th June 2018. Liam has worked with Pantera since 2005, starting… Read more »
Housebuilders Brain Game Trophy
Pantera were honoured to be asked by the Housebuilder Brain Game Committee to design and manufacture a new trophy from wood for this prestigious charity event in May of this… Read more »
Perennial – Chelsea Fringe
Pantera were approached by the charity Perennial and were very pleased to be able to help out with an up and coming display for the Chelsea Fringe and construct the… Read more »
Awarded The Dumont – Albert Embankment
Pantera have been awarded The Dumont Albert Embankment, 180 high end private and shared ownership apartments in a 29 storey tower with views across London including Houses of Parliament and… Read more »
Welcome to the team
Katia North joined our commercial team at Pantera as commerical assistant, she brings with her excellent administration and organisation skills.
Housebuilder Brain Game 2018
Privileged to have taken part in the 11th year for the Housebuilder Brain Game raising funds for Marie Curie, hosted by Chris Kamara with a live performance by ‘The Fizz’… Read more »
Supervisor of the Year 2017!
Congratulations to Jim Anderson for winning the Pantera Supervisor of the Year award for the second consecutive year. Jim has maintained high scores throughout the year with his monthly scores,… Read more »
Regional Champion of the Year!
Great News to see that one of our apprentices Chris Quested has won the Regional Carpentry Championship Award from Mid Kent College and has been put through to the National… Read more »
Welcome to the team
Jonathan joined Pantera as SHEQ and Compliance Manager bringing with him many years compliance experience in the Transport, Warehousing and Crane Hire industries where he has held senior roles. Jonathan’s… Read more »
Carillion
Following the unfortunate demise of Carillion, we were able to offer 4 young apprentices the chance to continue their training and become part of the Pantera team. Welcome to James… Read more »
Welcome to the team
Pat joined Pantera at the start of 2018 as Customer Care & Operation Support. Pat has excellent people skills having previously worked for Hunter Plastics for almost 10 years and… Read more »
Awarded 250 City Road
Pantera will be carrying out 2nd fix, finals, pocket doors. Joinery to the Spa, Gym and residents lounge along with back painted glass lift surrounds, specialist AOV and goal post… Read more »
SMAS Renewal for 2017/18
Pantera have been successful in their renewal of the Safety Management Advisory Services (SMAS) and have been awarded a Worksafe Contractor Membership for another year.
Considerate Constructors Silver Award
Pantera are delighted to have received Silver at this years Considerate Constructors Awards which will make it our 4th consecutive year! Its always great to receive an award in recognition… Read more »
Top of the League!
Great news to hear that Pantera are top of the league at Ballymore’s London City Island development. Well done to the site team and keep up the good work!
Welcome to the team
Kevin Ross has joined us as a Senior QS and has a solid 11 years experience in as a QS in Construction. He has a degree in Quantity Surveying and… Read more »
IFC Certification
Pantera have successfully completed the requirements of IFCC scheme SDI14. This includes the installation of passive fire protection, assessment and verification of the Quality Control system, competency assessment of individuals… Read more »
Welcome to the team
Georgina King has joined us as Accounts Assistant and has 20 years admin experience and a financial background.
Construction Qualification NVQ 7
Congratulations to Andrew Siddle who after 5 months, has gained the construction qualification, Senior Construction Site Manager Level 7 NVQ and now holds a black CSCS Card.
Volunteer work in Fiji
Pantera’s supervisor Leigh Wiltshire spent a month in Suva, Fiji, on a construction programme with IVHQ. Leigh was humbled by the conditions and was proud to be involved in building… Read more »
Awarded next phase at Southwater
Starting in September 2017, Pantera will be working on the Broadacres development for Berkeley Homes running for 24 months and consisting of 64 houses and a Parish Hall.
Awarded 399 Edgeware Road for U+I
Starting in August 2017 with a completion date of October 2018, Pantera will be carrying out acoustic floating floor, hardwood engineered floor finish, 2nd fix and finals on these 180… Read more »
Chobham Farm awarded by Telford Homes
Pantera will by carrying out 2nd fix, finals and bathroom joinery to these 276 apartments for Telford Homes. Starting August 2017 and due for completion in April 2018.
Awarded The Villas, Barnes
Consisting of 7 five bedroom, traditional four storey townhouses, these extremely high end, multi-million pound houses will be starting in August, with a completion date of December 2017.
Berkeley’s Dragonboat Race
Always such a great charity event with extremely competitive teams taking on the Dragon Boat Challenge at the West Reservoir in Hackney. Raising money for the Berkeley Foundation which was… Read more »
Awarded Castle Hill, Ebbsfleet
Our first project for Chartway Group is the Castle Hill, Ebbsfleet development consisting of 48 apartments over 2 blocks. The estimated duration is 9 months.
Apprentice of the Year 2016
Our Annual Apprentice Awards took place in June with Awards going to Sunny West for Apprentice of the Year, Harry Barber for best 2nd year, Ben Cutts for best 3rd… Read more »
Hope Challenge 2017
On 9th June our team set out to the Peak District to enter the Hope Challenge raising money for Habitat for Humanity. On arrival the team had to build a… Read more »
Berkeley Endurance Go Kart Event
Thursday 15th June was the Go Kart Endurance for Berkeley Southern and our team were pleased to come in second place. The money raised on the day was in aid… Read more »
Lawrie Park Place Awarded
This is our first project with Kitewood working on the 3.5 acre site in Sydenham. The development will be 27 four and five bedroom house and 19 affordable apartments.
Garden Party at Buckingham Palace
As members of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents the Managing Director and Health & Safety Director were invited to attend as guests at the ROSPA Centenary Royal… Read more »
Awarded Countryside Extra Care Scheme
Pantera have been awarded the ‘Sector 10′ part of this development following the successful completion of two additional phases on this project. Part of the 150 acre residential redevelopment this… Read more »
Housebuilder Brain Game
This year marked the 10th anniversary of the Housebuilder Brain Game, the brain child of our Chairman Paul Healey together with Ben Roskrow Publisher/Editor of Housebuilder Magazine. Pantera are proud… Read more »
London City Island Blocks B&C Awarded
Currently already working on Phase 2 of this project we have now been awarded Blocks B&C which is 444 apartments over 2 blocks on an 11 month programme.
Crest Eastern Golf Day
Great day supporting Crest Eastern with their charity golf day in aid of Variety Club with a brilliant amount of £13,000 raised helping to improve the lives of children and… Read more »
NH&C South Charity Golf Day
Wednesday 26th April we attended the annual charity golf day at Westerham Golf Club and had a great day in spite of the hail, where they raised £3,500 for this… Read more »
Brunswick Square Awarded
Berkeley Homes have just awarded us their Brunswick Square development in Orpington, which is the centrepiece of Orpington’s impressive regeneration. Consisting of 83 apartments for carpentry fit out working to… Read more »
Berkeley NEL – Question of Sport
Always a great evening we again attended Berkeley’s Question of Sport Charity Dinner raising funds for the Berkeley Foundation and Providence Row. Hosted by Chris Kamara and Vicky Gomersall this… Read more »
Nicaragua to Costa Rica – 390km
Congratulations to Paul and Peter for completing the gruelling 390km cycle ride from Nicaragua to Costa Rica. Although the route was through some of the most beautiful scenery in Central… Read more »
Supervisor of the Year 2016
Following the monthly scoring of all of our sites, the site League Table was calculated for the year and we would like to congratulate Jim Anderson who scored this highest… Read more »
Royal Wells Phase 5 & 6 Awarded
We have just received the good news that we have been awarded both Phase 5 and 6 at Royal Wells, Tunbridge Wells for Berkeley Eastern. Phase 5 consists of 17… Read more »
Thanks from Leybourne RSPCA
We have today received a lovely thank you card from the RSPCA following our operatives on the Taylor Wimpey, Leybourne site donating cat food at christmas to the Leybourne Animal… Read more »
Camino Walk – 485 Miles
Our Chairman and his wife took on the daunting task of walking walking 485 miles in 33 days from St Jean-de-Port in the Basque Country, over the Pyrenees and across… Read more »
London City Island Ph2 Awarded
Great news that we have just been awarded Phase 2 of Ballymore’s City Island Project. Consisting of 420 units over 2 Nr, 20 storey blocks, our works will include bespoke… Read more »
Considerate Constructors Gold Award
Pantera were thrilled to have received their first Gold Award for Considerate Constructors on Friday 11th November at the National Company Awards in London. Our efforts were recognised by Considerate… Read more »
Achilles Accreditation
The Achilles audit took place over 2 days in September and Pantera have again retained the Level 5 accreditation for another year. This is a very thorough audit inspecting the… Read more »
Linden Charity Clay Pigeon Shoot
Linden Homes held a Charity Golf day and Clay Pigeon Shoot on 16th September 2016 at Goodwood which was a great event despite the inclement weather. Funds were raised again… Read more »
Berkeley Vs. Pantera Golf Tournament 2016
Although the weather was much better than last year, unfortunately this didn’t bring us much luck in our attempt to take back the the trophy! Berkeley’s played incredibly well and… Read more »
Crest Nicholson South Golf Day
Silvermere Golf Club was the venue for the charity golf day in aid of raising funds for Variety to be able to provide them with three more Sunshine Coaches for… Read more »
Berkeley SEL Golf Day
Dartford Golf Club was the venue for the the South East London Charity day on 24th June and the day raised over £11k which was match funded to provide over… Read more »