About Us

Paul Lester CBE brings unparalleled industrial weight and boardroom authority to the leadership team. With a distinguished career at the highest levels of British industry, Paul serves as the strategic anchor for our global ambitions, specialising in navigating the complexities of large-scale corporate environments and multi-billion-pound infrastructure sectors.

Paul’s track record includes serving as Group Managing Director of Balfour Beatty plc and CEO of VT Group plc. He has held prestigious Chairmanships at McCarthy & Stone, Essentra plc, and Forterra, alongside senior advisory roles for the UK Government’s Major Projects Review Group. Awarded a CBE in 2007 for services to engineering, Paul is widely recognised for his ability to align large-scale operations with aggressive growth strategies.

At the board level, Paul provides the high-level influence and global connectivity required to engage with industry leaders and tier-one corporations. His presence ensures that our disruptive innovation is underpinned by world-class governance and the strategic leverage necessary to scale our technology across the international infrastructure market.

I am a man on a mission to lead the "War on Concrete". As the founder and Director of ReadyScrew, I am driven by a singular, ambitious goal: to fundamentally disrupt the traditional foundation industry across the UK and Europe. I don’t just want to participate in the market; I intend to redefine it.

In partnership with Helical Anchors Inc., I am responsible for bringing cutting-edge screw pile technology to the forefront of modern construction. My approach is defined by high-speed innovation and a relentless passion for the product. I believe that sustainable, efficient foundations are not just a "nice-to-have"—they are the future of the built environment.
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I specialise in identifying growth opportunities where others see obstacles, driving the shift away from carbon-heavy traditional methods toward smarter, faster, and more sustainable technology. I am here to challenge the status quo and provide the foundation for a more efficient world.

With over 30 years of experience delivering mission-critical infrastructure and large-scale transformation programmes, I focus on turning technical complexity into a clear, competitive advantage. After scaling Visionist from a startup into a primary delivery partner for UK Whitehall departments—supporting the Home Office, MoD, and BEIS—I now apply that same level of strategic precision to the operations of ReadyScrew.
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I specialise in bridging the gap between high-level business strategy and operational reality. By combining the rigorous governance of the public sector with a deep understanding of process innovation, I help organisations modernise their operations, navigate complex change, and scale with efficiency. Whether leading from the front or advising at the Board level, my goal is to deliver the strategic and technical frameworks required for sustainable industrial growth.

With over 20 years of experience as a business owner and strategic leader, I have dedicated my career to redefining excellence in the European real estate sector. As the founder and Managing Director of Group Deneve, I have grown the organisation from its roots in Belgium into a premier developer known for "carefree living"—balancing architectural innovation with rigorous commercial viability.

I specialise in the strategic acquisition and development of large-scale residential and subdivision projects. My leadership is defined by a commitment to operational excellence and a "plan-to-key" philosophy that ensures quality and energy efficiency at every stage. I bridge the gap between visionary urban planning and the bottom-line requirements of investors and stakeholders.

My focus is on driving the next phase of ReadyScrew’s growth across Europe. Whether identifying new market opportunities or navigating complex cross-border developments, my goal is to leverage our proven track record to build sustainable, high-value communities.