Chris Wheeler
National Head of Development (Regeneration)
Chris is National Head of Development (Regeneration) at Willmott Dixon Developments and leads the business across South Wales and the South West of England. Having moved from roles in operations and construction into development, he brings almost 20 years’ experience across the development process, supporting customers to shape and deliver regeneration and development opportunities.
His expertise includes placemaking, stakeholder management, community engagement and negotiation. Chris specialises in town centre regeneration for local authorities, with a particular focus on residential-led development and unlocking complex projects through a range of tenures and funding approaches.
Specialist Areas
- Funding
- Public-private Partnerships
- Regeneration and Town Centres
- Residential
- Student Accommodation
Featured Project
Torbay Regeneration Programme
Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, Devon
A multi-site, multi-phase town centre programme to create a thriving coastal community
Featured Project
Oakdale Place, Caerphilly
Oakdale, Caerphilly
Helping Caerphilly County Borough Council shape a first-of-its-kind housing development – across planning, construction and sales
Featured Project
Ashton Rise
Bristol
Ashton Rise is a mixed tenure housing development delivering 133 homes, including 40% affordable social rent, for Bristol City Council.
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