Who we are

Onis has an experienced team of design and build professionals who can deliver any building project on schedule, on budget and in accordance with our quality standards. Thanks to our procurement policies and our quality standards, the whole project team contains all the skills, experience and qualifications required for the job. The people we're talking about live to ensure that everything goes smoothly and that nothing is left to chance. Their good reputations depend on it.

Steve Penn - Head of Projects - London area

Steve is your single point of contact throughout your entire project. He has responsibility for the efficient, effective and professional delivery of all Onis projects of all sizes from basic cosmetic works through loft conversions, extensions and complete refurbishments. Steve has over 20 years property and project management experience in both the commercial and residential sectors and is passionate about his commitment to clients. He has worked with numerous corporate clients such as Tom Tom, AEG (owners of the 02 centre, formerly the Millennium Dome), Lloyds of London, American Express and Navigators Insurance Group.

Robert A Sliwinski, BSc, LLB (Hons), DipIntArb, FRICS, FCIArb, FRSA, Barrister, Solicitor, Attorney (New York) - Legal Advisor

Robert is responsible for ensuring that all of Onis' operational systems, policies and procedures prevent disputes from emerging. Robert also provides conflict resolution services should a dispute emerge that neither our Head of Projects nor our Quality Assurance Department can resolve. Robert is a Fellow of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, a Chartered Arbitrator, CEDR accredited Mediator and a former practicing barrister.

Steve Barton - Communications Advisor

Steve is responsible for ensuring that Onis communicates its service offering clearly and accurately. He brings over 20 years of communications agency experience having worked for agencies such as OgilvyOne and Leo Burnett on blue chip brands such as Microsoft, IBM, Kodak and Unilever. He was elected President of WOM UK, the Word Of Mouth association in 2007 and he is a regular speaker at conferences and corporate events on such topics as word of mouth marketing, advertising, and relationship marketing. Steve grew up in Rocky River, Ohio and graduated from Brown University in 1984 with a degree in Organisational Behaviour and Management.

James Cockin - IT Support

James develops and maintains Onis' systems and provides technical advice and support which ensure we manage our operations cost effectively and in accordance with our ethos. He has designed Athena, our online Customer Relationship Management System, which allows our team on site and in the office to receive and maintain information in real time so as to manage your project efficiently. James has over 15 years of senior experience in the IT industry in roles from advanced technical development to project management with responsibility for teams of up to 30 staff.

Teri, Ellie and Tina  - Our Receptionist Team

Our receptionist team is available to answer your calls and your queries from 8:30 am until 6pm Monday to Friday. Our team leader is Teri and she makes sure your calls are answered and directed to the appropriate person in the manner you'd expect. If however for any reason she is away from her desk then Ellie or Tina will be there instead to answer your call.