Russell Evans
About Russell Evans
Russell Evans serves as the Head of Field Installations at Wickes, bringing extensive experience in project management and home improvement. He has held various managerial roles across multiple companies, including Home Retail Group PLC and Homebase, and has a background in grassroots football coaching.
Current Role at Wickes
Russell Evans has been serving as the Head of Field Installations at Wickes since 2021. In this role, he oversees the installation operations across the United Kingdom, focusing on enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency. His responsibilities include managing installation teams and ensuring that projects meet quality standards and customer expectations.
Previous Experience in Home Improvement Sector
Before joining Wickes, Russell Evans held various positions in the home improvement sector. He worked at Homebase as a Regional Manager for Home Services and Project Lead in a national role from 2017 to 2018. He also served as a Divisional Installations Manager at Wickes from 2019 to 2021, where he gained significant experience in managing installations and project management.
Educational Background
Russell Evans studied at Thomas Telford School, where he completed his Comprehensive School GCSEs from 1990 to 1995. He furthered his education at Thomas Telford City Technology College Sixth Form, focusing on Design & Technology, including CAD & CNC, and achieved qualifications in Leisure and Tourism with a specialization in Leisure Management from 1995 to 1997.
Committee Involvement in Grassroots Football
Russell Evans served as a Committee Member and Purchasing Officer for a Junior Grassroots Football Club. This role involved overseeing club operations and managing purchasing decisions, contributing to the development of youth football in the community.
Expertise in Project Management
Russell Evans possesses a strong background in project management, particularly in kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom installations. He specializes in new store openings and store refits, with a proven track record of managing loss-making stores and turning them around, demonstrating his capability in enhancing operational performance.