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Straits Meadow, Edinburgh
3 August 2021
DML have been working on behalf of Q Investment Partners (QIP) as Project Monitor for the Purpose Build Student Accommodation scheme on London Road in Edinburgh. A joint venture between QIP and HG Developments, DML have been acting on behalf of the Singapore based fund reviewing construction progress and construction commercial performance.
Phase 1 of the Jefferson Sheard Ltd designed scheme consisting of 198 beds is due to be delivered in time for the 2021 academic intake. The scheme is being delivered by Clark Contracts.
Phase 2 has recently received planning approval and will consist of a further 76 beds and be completed for the 2022 academic intake. DML will continue their Project Monitoring role on Phase 2 as well.
The appointment continues DML’s relationship with QIP following the delivery of Straits Manor in Sheffield in 2019 and Straits Village in Nottingham in 2021.
On Monday 6th January 2025 DML Founder Kevin McGovern assumed the role of Chairman of DML. Rory McGovern has been promoted to the role of Chief Executive. Rory will now lead the executive team made up of Matthew Dymott, Rachel Warren and Nilisha Patel.
Commenting on this change, Kevin McGovern said “Having founded DML 20 years ago it is now time to step away from day to day operational control and support the team in moving forwards. It is a good time for DML in commencing 2025 with a number of prestigious projects across several sectors of the market. I am sure the business will continue to grow and prosper.”
Kevin McGovern
Chairman, DML Limited
Rory McGovern
Chief Executive, DML Limited
Rory McGovern said “DML has built up a great reputation and loyal client base over 20 years of project delivery. There is a history in significant projects dating back to the Natural History Museum through to Café Royal, Ilona Rose House and our student accommodation portfolio. I am really excited as to what the future of DML has in store, working with great clients on ambitious projects.”
