Meet your QOB Interiors
Team

Steven Argent serves as the Managing Director of QOB Interiors bringing with him over 30 years of experience and expertise in the field of commercial office fit out and refurbishment. Steven plays a pivotal role in guiding the company’s strategic direction and ensuring the delivery of high-quality interior fit out to clients.

Under Steven’s leadership QOB Interiors has garnered a reputation for quality and a focus on client experience, his approach to successful project management has contributed to the company’s continued growth in the competitive interior market.

Steven’s commitment to excellence extends beyond the boardroom, as he is actively involved in fostering a culture of collaboration and professional development within the QOB team delivering to the company ethos of ‘Quality Without Compromise’. His leadership style accentuates teamwork, communication and continuous improvement, asking employees to excel in their roles to exceed client expectations.

As Managing Director Steven embodies the core values of QOB Interiors driving the company forward with integrity, trust and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Ivana is at the heart of the business, providing organisational and administrative support to our Managing Director, Steven Argent.

Having worked within the construction and fit our industry for over seven years, her role allows her to offer executive support for the benefit of the business and Board Directors.

With such a pivotal role she utilises her knowledge and skills to offer invaluable support and capitalise on exceptional time management and communication.

Matt set up QOB Interiors in 2012 and is Finance Director of the company. He has over 35 years of experience in the construction industry with a strong knowledge of the commercial and contractual aspects of the business. Matt has managed to successfully build and maintain an effective management team and ensure that the company is constantly moving towards fulfilling its short term and long term goals.

Matt’s objectives on each project are to take executive responsibility ensuring the clients’ expectations are met and exceeded and work is carried out on programme and to the highest quality. He has strong interpersonal skills and an ability to eloquently convey complex ideas alongside a good instinct for business, he is a firm believer in the company ethos ‘Quality Without Compromise’.

Sean set up QOB Interiors in 2012 and is Technical Director of the company. He has over 33 years of experience in the construction industry and has excellent organisational and leadership skills. He ensures that our statutory and business management obligations are fulfilled and oversees all technical aspects ensuring compliance with design and building regulations and that all interfaces between trades have been designed and incorporated.

Sean provides strong leadership and guidance to the team and is an inspiring leader. He has managed to successfully build and maintain an effective management team and ensure that the company is constantly moving towards fulfilling its short term and long term goals.

With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, Sean is highly client-focused and has established strong connections throughout the fit-out network. He began his career in Construction Management within the residential sector, working on high-end new build housing and refurbishment projects. These projects involved traditional construction methods and larger concrete frame multi-phased developments.

Eager to expand his knowledge of the build process and contractual aspects of the industry, Sean pursued an HND in Construction Management at the College of North East London. His experience in home building for private clients provided invaluable insight into the significance of delivering first-rate customer service, as there is a personal and direct link with the client when creating their home.

Sean’s career transitioned from residential to commercial office fit-out when he accepted an opportunity with one of the leading businesses in the London fit-out market. This pivotal moment solidified his career path, and over the past fifteen years, he has progressed from Senior Construction Manager to Project Manager, delivering projects exceeding £50 million. Currently, as Operations Director at QOB Interiors, Sean oversees projects valued between £100k and £20m.

Meggan plays a key role in upholding QOB’s ethos of ‘quality without compromise’, ensuring it is consistently embedded across our documents and communications.

Since joining the QOB team over 5 years ago, Meggan has been instrumental in shaping the quality of our internal and external submissions. With over seven years of prior experience in the construction industry, she brought — and continues to build on — her in-depth knowledge of high-quality documentation, brand identity, and strategic communications.

Today, Meggan leads the development and delivery of our bids and external documentation, ensuring they not only reflect the expertise of our people but also demonstrate our unwavering commitment to excellence and first-class project delivery.

A very motivated and resourceful Estimator, Colin has vast experience of pricing high-end commercial fit out and refurbishment projects. He can communicate effectively with all client team members, site staff and sub-contractors and has a very comprehensive understanding of the industry.

Colin has over 25 years of experience, starting his career as a Quantity Surveyor and working his way up to Senior Commercial Manager and later Estimating Director costing projects across Office, Hotel and Retail sectors. Focusing on commercial buildings, new build, refurbishment, historic and fit out projects Colin oversaw an estimating team tendering up to £30m a month. His projects range from £10K to £30M bringing plenty of commercial knowledge to the business.

Alan has held numerous M&E and project management positions in his varied career to date, all of which have seen him remain active in the fit-out sector.

Having gained an ONC and HNC in Building Services Engineering, Alan worked as Senior Mechanical Engineer for a major M&E services provider on a number of complex fit-out projects before joining Skanska to develop their offering in the London office fit-out market.

He then set up his own successful mechanical installation business, working via a number of fit-out contractors for clients including Derwent, the NHS, Helical, Global Switch and Fairbrother.

Liam has been with QOB since he started on the apprenticeship scheme in 2014 and through hard work and determination has worked his way up through the business. He has collaborated with several of our senior project managers and commercial directors acquiring the necessary experience needed to independently handle multiple projects and contracts.

Completing his degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management as part of the QOB Graduate Scheme, Liam has established himself as a leading figure within our company. He is very efficient, reliable and has a constructive outlook when approached with challenges.

His communication, motivation and interpersonal skills has seen Liam run some of our key accounts with clients such as: St Martins Property and Brookfield Properties. He selects only competent and capable partners to deliver our projects who he trusts and works with time and time again.

Glen has over 15 years’ experience in the fit out industry in London. He has extensive experience working in occupied buildings including dealer floors and managing FM and client relationships. Glen is resourceful, innovative, and professional, with a proven track record of delivering projects across the full spectrum of disciplines.

Glen’s areas of expertise include coordination, control and monitoring of all subcontractors’ activities on site, monitoring and managing programmes, and coordination and review of design between various packages.

Alina is an enthusiastic multilingual Estimator, fluent in both Polish and English. She has extensive experience working within fast-paced production, construction and sales environments, supporting the delivery and execution of projects, along with an in-depth knowledge of marketing, people and operational management.

Throughout her career, Alina has consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and a dedication to delivering exceptional results. Her attention to detail and analytical skills allow her to effectively analyse data and make informed decisions. In addition, her excellent problem-solving abilities enable her to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
Alina is a valuable asset to our team with her multilingual skills, extensive experience, and diverse skill set. Her passion for her work, combined with her expertise, ensures that she is well-equipped to contribute to the success of any project.

Peter has over 30 years’ experience in the construction industry and has been a Commercial Manager at QOB from the beginning. He has a strong knowledge of all commercial aspects of fit out and refurbishment projects in the public and private sector. Peter’s role is to ensure all commercial and contractual matters are resolved efficiently and effectively from contract negotiations, change management processes and final account agreement.

Peter's objectives are to develop and lead the commercial team to successfully deliver the project. He has strong leadership skills, is self-motivated, confident and financially astute.

Robbie is a competent and professional Site Manager with 18 years of experience working in construction. Having worked in Scotland, England, Australia and New Zealand, Robbie can adapt his skills to any environment. In these varied roles, he has gained valuable experience in all aspects of the industry.

Robbie has a vast amount of experience from starting as an apprentice joiner working on mainly residential projects and high-rise flats, moving into project and site management, where Robbie ran high-end renovation projects ranging from £500K to £2M. Most recently, Robbie has worked closely with the client and professional teams such as architects and surveyors to report on progress throughout the project journey.

A great asset to any project, Robbie motivates the workforce while maintaining quality control and the highest level of health and safety.

Joining QOB as a Construction Manager in 2017, Amie’s career in the construction industry has solely been spent working on commercial fit outs, which makes her ideally qualified for this sector. Now a Senior Construction Manager, Amie has grown through the business expanding her skill-set over the years.

Amie is a motivated, driven and passionate individual who combined with her experience and determination is able to produce strong results on the projects she works on.

Starting his career as a Health & Safety Advisor 21 years ago, Paul has gained considerable knowledge on the requirements of what a safe site means. With a demonstrated success in training and guiding new staff to enhance performance Paul ensures every project is safe for all personnel.

He undertakes site inspections and issues written reports identifying corrective actions including Health, Safety, Environmental & Fire. Providing advice to the project teams relating to high-risk activities including; assessing certain high-risk documentation, keeping up to date and disseminating the latest legislation changes and HSE initiatives, and implementing and updating current safe systems of work. He also maintains all company accreditations in Constructionline, SafeContractor and RoSPA providing in-house training where necessary.

Katie has been in this industry leading document controller teams and managing projects in the fit out sector for 20 years. Starting from medium to large size building contractors with turnover in excess of £25 million, to one of the top 5 market leaders in London for fit out and refurbishment with an annual turnover of £200m.

Katie’s experience of management, development, and training of all Document Controllers ensuring they are capable to manage all project documentation from the award of a contract through to final handover is unmatched. With strong project coordination skills and the ability to multi task and meet deadlines Katie will take control of permits and arranging access to site for all operatives and visitors, and is able to communicate at all levels with Consultants, site staff, Subcontractors and Client disciplines.

Acting as a main point of contact for all queries and requests relating to our management system Procore, Mary manages the maintenance of accurate records of all drawings and other construction documents issued by consultants and contractors through each stage of the project. Ensuring that all documentation is uploaded and correct Mary has a great attention to detail creating the highest-quality of project documentation creating a seamless project journey for all involved.

She is extremely productive, multi- task oriented, has great communication skills, and is meticulous, whilst maintaining our site standards

Starting his career in plumbing, Daniel has dedicated himself to becoming an experienced mechanical engineer and later a technical services manager in the building services industry. With 12 years of experience, he has honed his skills and knowledge in the field, making him a valuable asset in any project he undertakes. Daniel’s extensive experience in the building services industry has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and demands of the field. He has successfully worked on various domestic and commercial projects, always striving to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions.

Daniel is a hardworking and motivated individual with a wealth of experience. His dedication, commitment, and positive attitude make him a valuable member of the QOB team. His comprehensive knowledge and ability to work well with others make Daniel well-suited to take on new challenges and contribute to project success.

Danny has been in the industry for nearly 7 years now and is currently studying at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. He has worked for various sectors within construction and brings a range of important skills and tools necessary for achieving the highest possible standards.

He has managed the procurement and delivery of many work packages undertaking key commercial tasks such as change control, risk management, monthly valuations, and cash flows which feed into the cost report each month. Also agreeing final accounts within the forecast budget allowance Danny is particularly driven and determined, aspiring to make a positive difference in any working environment.

Craig has been in the industry for 26 years after completing a BSc Honours Degree in Environmental Science & Technology starting his career in sheet metal manufacturing. After 2 years he switched over to project management where he worked on major projects at Canary Wharf managing airside packages. Here he gained a reputation in overcoming the logistical challenges working on high rise buildings as a trade contractor and homed his skills and knowledge in building services.

Now at QOB, Craig is implementing his skills and knowledge to our technical services team providing unrivalled consultation to both our site staff and client teams.

Kellie leverages her strong project management skills to keep complex bids on track and meet critical deadlines. She excels at creating marketing materials and bid documents that convey the company's value to potential clients.

In collaboration with technical teams, management, and external partners, Kellie helps develop winning strategies and ensures proposals align with client requirements.
With a keen eye for creative problem-solving, she brings innovative solutions and eye-catching graphics to make bids stand out, all while maintaining strict compliance with requirements.

Emma joined the QOB Construction team in 2015 as Office Manager. She has a strong background in banking and document control and plays a vital part in the administration of the Sevenoaks office.

Emma is responsible for organising all of the administrative activities that facilitate the smooth running of the office and sites. She is well organised, flexible and has excellent interpersonal skills.

Dariusz has been in the construction industry for the past 15 years. He has steadily climbed the ladder since entering the industry as a labourer and has progressed into the role of Construction Manager.

During his 9 years with QOB, Dariusz has delivered high profile projects for some of our most prestigious and repeat clients. With an approachable and transparent customer service manner Dariusz makes each client team feel at ease. Having gained a high standard of technical skills throughout his career and a good sense of time management he always fulfils his duties to the upmost professional manner.

Dariusz assists the Project Managers in the management of the quality of work carried out by the subcontractors. This helps to ensure that projects are planned and completed in a timely and safely manner. He will also manage and co-ordinate the safe and tidy storage of materials delivered to the site ensuring security at all levels. Taking pride in a well organised site, Dariusz is able to keep all logistical elements to a high standard whilst maintaining excellent communication with all levels of the team.

Matt has had operational responsibility for a number of schemes such as, Electrical and Mechanical renewals and upgrades with a budget of £6m. Also working on a unique range of specialist logistic and refurbishment projects, Cat A and B totalling around £10M per annum. His most recent experience includes an external refurbishment to a Grade 2 listed building in W2, conversion of Grade 2 listed building into 29 apartments, including new lightweight structure to roof and multiple larger scale cut and carve Cat A projects across the City and West End.

Jack entered the industry by joining a graduate programme as a Trainee Manager. He has since spent the last 14 years working for renowned contractors, steadily advancing to his current position as Project Manager.

His experience includes commercial office fit out and refurbishment projects. Whether within multi tenanted buildings or in occupied areas, Jack is able to adapt to the challenging environments and deliver projects. With his passionate programme management and meticulous planning, he is able to ensure that all aspects of the project are coordinated, whether this is office areas, AV meeting rooms, catering areas or comms rooms he will ensure that quality is achieved. Jack has also worked on number of projects achieving environmental accreditations from BREAAM and NABERS achieving the clients requirements.

Charles is confident, self-motivated and enthusiastic and has made the transition from a ceiling and dry wall installer to this site management position with ease. His previous experience gives him an ability to understand and execute instructions efficiently and quickly as well as foresee – and address – potential health and safety issues before they cause any problems or injuries, ensuring projects are completed as safely as possible.

Adam is a results orientated Project Manager with over 10 years’ experience in the construction industry.

Most recently managing small to medium scale projects within schedule and budget, Adam acquires sound technical, managerial and building experience. He has gained extensive knowledge in his field from working across all elements of site.

Joining QOB in the role of Senior Construction Manager where he’s rounded his skills with the necessary quality processes and procedures, attention to programme and delivery of works within a safe construction environment.

My commitment to IT security means that QOB uses the latest available cloud solutions, which has seen a dramatic change in how the construction industry moves data securely and at speed over the last 10 years.

Jay has decades of experience, in IT problem management at blue chip level, several years in Architect Design application support including AutoCAD and 3D Modelling.

Jay Raman joined QOB Interiors in 2018, but prior to this supported the company for several years in an independent capacity.

He is responsible for planning, coordinating, training, and leading all other computer-related activities.

"I have found working with the QOB team both inspiring and motivating, working towards our shared goals to build a dynamic brand with core values".

Niamh has been with QOB Interiors for the past 8 years, beginning her journey through the company’s apprenticeship scheme. Over the years, she has gained valuable experience and furthered her knowledge by completing a degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management. Throughout her time at QOB Interiors, Niamh has taken on a range of responsibilities and been fortunate to contribute to several projects. She remains committed to learning and growing within the company, and values the opportunities she has had to develop her skills and contribute to the team’s success. Her strong work ethic, attention to detail, and strategic mindset have made her an integral member of the team within the business.

George joined the industry 7 years ago as an Assistant Commercial Manager. Through his hardworking approach and ability to build and enhance relationships George has gained an excellent reputation with experience in commercial office, residential and hospitality builds.

From managing and monitoring the change control process George exploreS options of value engineering and early package procurement to ensure that any fluctuation of material costs and lead in times do not impact our construction programmes. He has a keen eye for detail, allowing him to effectively manage costs, packages, pricing variations, and procurement. His communication of instructions to all stakeholders is consistently clear and concise.

Lucas has been in the industry for 11 years after gaining a Civil Engineering Bachelor’s Degree in 2018. Here he started his career as a Logistics Manager in London working across Cat A and Cat B fit out projects for major clients.

With a considerable amount of training behind him, Lucas has the ability to foresee risk, take initiative, and ensure that the highest quality of safety is always prioritised on site. Some of his experience includes; light touch Cat B fit outs including pantry and shower rooms, full refurbishments comprising of internal structural demolitions, structural modifications, external refurbishments, new roof structure and finishes, new mechanical and electrical services throughout and a complete fit out providing new hospitality and retail space.

Having worked in marketing and communications for over 10 years, Sarah brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience of brand representation within construction and fit out.

Sarah is passionate about harnessing the power of digital content and works with QOB on their website layouts and copy to strengthen and increase engagement. She collaborates with the pre-construction and site teams to ensure project information is clear, approved, and reflective of how QOB’s experienced teams overcome challenges and deliver with quality.

With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, Lee is a highly skilled construction manager recognised for delivering projects on time and within budget. With expertise in residential and commercial sectors, he brings a deep understanding of project planning, team coordination, and quality assurance.
Lee expertly manages all construction phases, from the start through to completion, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards and client specifications. His ability to foster strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers ensures smooth, efficient project delivery and consistently outstanding results.

Jason has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry and is known for getting projects done on time and within budget. With his joinery background, he has a hands-on understanding of construction that enhances his skills in the residential and commercial sectors. He also brings a wealth of team coordination and quality assurance experience.

Fully committed to every aspect of the project, from start to finish, Jason maintains high safety standards and meets client requirements while fostering excellent morale within the workplace through his positive attitude. This positivity, combined with his leadership, helps create a collaborative and motivated team.
His skill at cultivating strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers is instrumental in ensuring a seamless and timely completion of each project.

Focussed on delivering beyond expectations, Jack works with clients and their teams to fully understand the requirements and key deliverables to ensure the designed systems meet their needs. Jack will monitor and witness the MEP installation throughout the construction period using our quality management system to ensure his high expectations are met.

Jack is experienced in handing over complex service installations. He will develop a closeout/commissioning plan to ensure all projects are tested, certified, witnessed and all training completed before handover. Jack leads by example with an upbeat management style, bringing out the best in his team. He is well organised, disciplined and motivated with a proactive attitude.

Recently completing works at Aldgate Tower, Jack was responsible for designing and building a mechanical install, reverting a Cat B to a Cat A open plan layout and modifying the existing install to suit the exposed services soffit. As well as managing the subcontractor packages, he was responsible for the commissioning sequence and witnessing.

Through his excellent approach, site experience and interpersonal skills, Ollie builds long-lasting relationships with clients creating a trusted partnership for us to build on.
By maintaining open communication channels, he can liaise across client commercial and subcontractor teams to provide cost-effective solutions, illustrate project progress, and discuss variations to the scope of work.

In his role, Ollie maintains ongoing synergy between client design teams and subcontractors to ensure detailed designs are in accordance with the contract and within budget and that our supply chain meets our high expectations.
He is responsible for presenting weekly cost reports to project managers, updating cash flow forecasts to advise our clients on their spending trends and finalising accounts with clients on a range of projects.

A highly diligent individual with a real passion for customer service Ryan will hold day to day meetings regarding any issues that may occur forwarding progression. Working for Citi Bank in their main datacentre Ryan worked closely with the HPCDS to meet all clients’ needs and expectations. The role saw Ryan work with several different countries on a 24/7 contactable basis.

His values-based approach, built on a track record of delivering both supported and unsupported projects, fosters dedication and integrity within his team. This, in turn, ensures all project goals and objectives are successfully achieved.

Richard has over 31 years’ of experience in Construction Management. Working his way up from Site Manager to Project Manager through his career and has worked on a variety of projects including new build and refurbishments in and around London.

Having experience in managing the entire lifecycle of construction projects; from inception / tender stage through to leading the team to practical completion & aftercare gives him an assorted skillset which offers an understanding of all sectors within the industry.

Josh is able to deploy his theory classroom-based studies in the real-world environment growing his skill set with us along the way. He is a great asset to the business and helpful in all aspects. The block release apprenticeship can be challenging, but once the practical application is applied it's more than rewarding for Josh. We look forward to furthering Josh's career here with us at QOB.

Cameron is an experienced Project Manager with a strong track record in delivering high-quality Cat A and Cat B fit out and refurbishment projects. With over a decade in the construction industry, he has worked with leading principal contractors on complex schemes ranging from £2M to £16M. His background spans site logistics, programme coordination, and hands-on team leadership, all underpinned by a deep commitment to safety and precision on site.

At QOB, Cameron is responsible for overseeing projects from start to finish—ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction remain at the forefront. He drives progress through clear communication with subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders, while constantly monitoring on-site works to maintain the highest standards of delivery. From managing schedules and snagging to chairing meetings and coordinating site teams, he’s deeply involved in every stage of the process.

His recent project successes include the delivery of multi-million-pound commercial fit outs, completed under tight deadlines and to an exceptional standard. Cameron’s eye for detail, practical experience, and calm approach under pressure make him a key part of QOB’s project delivery team.

Sam joined QOB as part of the company’s Apprenticeship Scheme and has recently completed his 5 year degree programme. Sam has already displayed a keen eye for detail and the management skills required to succeed in this industry.

With a solid academic background and early hands-on site experience, Teddy is building a strong foundation in the construction industry. Since joining QOB, he has become a key part of the team, supporting the successful delivery of projects through effective cost management and a proactive, relationship-focused approach.

Teddy began his professional career at QOB following his graduation from university, entering the industry with a strong academic foundation and a practical understanding gained from hands-on experience labouring on residential construction sites. His early exposure to site environments has equipped him with a grounded perspective and an appreciation for the practical challenges faced on projects. Teddy brings energy, focus, and a fresh outlook to the team, always approaching new challenges with enthusiasm and a commitment to continual development.

In his role at QOB, Teddy is responsible for the management of project cash flow and ensuring project profitability. A significant part of his role also centres on building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with both clients and subcontractors — recognising that effective communication and collaboration are critical to commercial success. As a younger member of the team, Teddy’s proactive attitude, drive to succeed, and willingness to learn contribute to the overall momentum and success of the projects he supports.

Schalk brings over 20 years of industry experience in the London fit out market, delivering high-profile projects for leading developers, architects, and project management firms.

Starting his career as a Site Manager, he has progressed through dedication and expertise, gaining substantial experience in both Traditional and Design and Build contracts. Schalk effectively collaborated with clients and their professional teams.

His portfolio includes a wide range of complex projects, such as cut and carve structural fit out and refurbishment, roofing, curtain walling, structural alterations, and Cat A and Cat B fit outs. Schalk has successfully overseen the transformation of occupied commercial spaces, balancing the delivery of new infrastructure with the operational continuity of live environments.