Meet The Team

James originally qualified as electrician and air conditioning engineer whilst working on high-end refurbishments projects for national retailers and corporate clients and has invaluable experience within the electrical and mechanical industries. James has maintained a reputation for versatility, quality workmanship and attention to detail.

Passionate about incorporating a business to be proud of, where customers feel looked after and appreciated James founded 2Teck Limited in 2002. One company with five specialist divisions 2Teck provide a true in-house Mechanical and Electrical solution.

After living the role as Managing Director for 20 years James decided August 2022 was the right time to appoint a successor. 2Teck’s Operations Director Darren Evans was the obvious choice to take over the day to day operations, Darren epitomises the company’s ethos, he’s hard working, focused and dedicated in helping others, making him the perfect successor for this role.

James and 2Teck remain highly ambitious about the future development plans and look forward to the next exciting chapter. James has now taken up the role of Chief Executive Officer to work on the business strategy, sustainability and future developments, watch this space!

Darren Evans has been in the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning) industry for over 20 years initially training as a ventilation engineer before progressing to be a fully qualified engineer achieving NVQ L3 in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning at Eastleigh college. Darren then moved into a project management and design role which later led to Darren undertaking the position of 2Teck’s Air Conditioning Director.

After occupying this position for 3 years, Darren put together and implemented a strategy which saw 2Teck’s air conditioning division grow from strength to strength. Darren built an installation team based on commitment, work ethic, attention to detail and a great team spirit. This in turn led to increased business and more importantly a greater customer satisfaction. During this period 2Teck Air Conditioning secured and carried out some of the largest air conditioning projects within the region, whilst continuing to support their existing client base. Those successful 3 years resulted in Darren being promoted to Operations Director for 2Teck Ltd, where he was be able to utilise these core skills and beliefs in order to oversee and support the continued growth of the company from an operations point of view.

3 more years of continued company and infrastructure growth saw Darren promoted to Managing Director, a role which will see him oversee all the day to day operations of the business as well as new business development opportunities, HR, marketing, team infrastructure, company procedures, customer service and company development, for which he always strives to deliver perfection.

Andy Biggs has amassed over 20 years of experience in the M&E sector, starting his career with a focus on project management in challenging environments. Andy’s journey began with hands-on roles, where he honed his skills in financial planning and project management, leading to his rise as a senior manager renowned for his loyalty and dedication. His broad expertise in managing complex M&E operations, coupled with his strong communication skills, has been pivotal in his career progression.

Andy’s exceptional ability to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels has been a cornerstone of his success. His strategic approach to business development and stakeholder management has consistently driven growth and built lasting relationships. With a knack for guiding teams through change, Andy’s leadership has ensured seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

In his role at 2Teck, he oversees the Mechanical, Electrical, Air Conditioning & Communications divisions, ensuring robust risk management and operational efficiency. His client-focused approach and strategic mindset have been instrumental in nurturing a strong sales pipeline and maintaining high standards of health and safety compliance.

With the ability to practice high-level communication skills under pressure, coupled with his results-driven approach, he has consistently delivered exceptional outcomes. His strong conflict resolution skills and ethical behaviour ensure a professional approach to every project.

Andy continues to uphold the highest standards in the M&E sector, leveraging his extensive experience and strategic mindset to drive success for 2Teck. His professional journey is a testament to his dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Chris Bragg is a former British soldier and was deployed to Afghanistan in charge of service and maintenance activities. After leaving the army Chris trained and qualified as an air conditioning and refrigeration engineer achieving NVQ Level 2 (A/C & Heat Pump installation, testing & maintenance), City & Guilds Level 2 F-Gas and City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical (refrigeration & air conditioning) and has developed an in depth technical knowledge of all equipment and control systems from the leading air conditioning manufacturers including Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Fujitsu and Hitachi enabling him to fully support his customer’s systems and should any potential issues or faults arise to efficiently diagnose and quickly rectify them.

Chris progressed and adopted the role of Service/Project Manager for air conditioning & ventilation division at 2Teck where he looked after the installation projects and service contracts, both planned and reactive, for our ever growing customer base. He is a highly skilled and knowledgable installation and service specialist and has worked with clients such as West Sussex County Council and NATS (National Air Traffic Control), SSE as well as many small and mid-sized commercial organisations.

Chris is now the Service Director for 2Teck and looks after Service & Maintenance Division for all mechanical and electrical services that include service level agreements, planned preventative maintenance and reactive contracts.

Adam Rainey has worked in the electrical industry since leaving college in 2004 where he qualified with City & Guilds and NVQ L3 in electrical engineering. Initially gaining experience within the small works environment he quickly progressed onto larger projects, leading teams of electrical engineers, completing complex installations in a wide range of environments including the Wiggle distribution warehouse and Estee Lauder’s UK production headquarters.

Adam’s exceptional electrical knowledge and experience, together with his team leadership and decision making skills, enable him to provide our clients with a focused and reliable service.

Adam is now in his new role as Electrical Director at 2Teck where he retains his reputation for being extremely responsive to client’s requests. His in depth knowledge of all commercial and industrial electrical systems enables him to provide effective solutions for organisations of all types and sizes.

Nick Rogers has been working in the mechanical building services industry since 2000 and progressed through his apprenticeship to become a fully trained and qualified installation and maintenance engineer achieving NVQ L3 in Plumbing and Heating.

He then gained several years of installation and project management skills working on a hugely varied range of projects, both large and small, in all types of environments including the diverse range of NHS premises and Portsmouth Naval Base.

Nick’s experience in the industry is second to none enabling him to knowledgeably advise on and design heating systems, sanitary ware options, hot/cold water distribution and gas installations for commercial buildings, offices, schools and medical facilities amongst many more.

Nick’s always keeps himself up to date with the latest and most innovative products from the UK’s leading suppliers so that he can offer a cost effective yet completely bespoke solution for any project and budget.

Nick takes the time to fully understand his customer’s requirements and prides himself on providing a professional, high quality service from design to installation.

Simon joined 2Teck in December 2023 having over 35 years of experience in the HVAC industry spanning across Hospitality, Retail, Hospitals, Offices and Commercial premises from the initial enquiry and site visit developing the design and planning the installation and commissioning through to hand over to the client.

Having developed a strong understanding of the principles behind effective ventilation/climate control, as well as the technical skills necessary to design and install systems that meet a wide range of client needs.

As a team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, Simon is adept at managing teams of engineers, technicians, and other professionals, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment that leads to successful project outcomes.

With a passion for technology and a deep understanding of the latest trends and developments in the HVAC industry, he is committed to providing cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of clients and help them achieve their goals.

Tony started in the construction industry in 1982 as a trainee draughtsman before moving into the ventilation industry where he freelanced for 23 years. In that time Tony gained his NVQ L3 HVAC qualification and successfully progressed his career from Ductwork Engineer through to Supervisor. Subsequently Tony ran his own ventilation company before making the decision to leave freelance self-employment and joined an electrical and mechanical company as a Contract Manager, which shortly led him to undertake the role of Mechanical Site Manager for the next 10 years, followed by a further 9 years working as a Project Manager.

Over the course of his career Tony has gained unparalleled experience working at all levels from a Trainee position through to a Project Manager, thus being able to provide our clients with excellent service, outstanding industry knowledge and focused project delivery from initial design concept to installation, through to commissioning and handover under his role as 2Teck’s Air Conditioning Contracts Manager.

In August 2024 Tony moved across to the Operations Division and has taken on the role of M&E Contracts Manager which sees him supporting the Divisional Directors and Contracts Managers in pre-construction and construction phases of projects. He is the single point of contact for clients when numerous divisions are on a project to ensure a best in class service is delivered.

Josh Patrick’s career in the electrical industry began in 2015 where he served a 4 year apprenticeship at a local company whilst attending college to achieve Level 3 City & Guilds in electrical installations and where he also completed his 18th edition regulations exam. During this time Josh had shown a great deal of progression, so much so that he was promoted to take on the role of Electrical Team Leader.

Josh joined 2Teck’s Electrical Division in 2019 as an Electrical Improver, however his passion and knowledge have been a catalyst to him moving up the ranks very quickly. Within a short time Josh became Electrical Engineer and later onto Electrical Supervisor taking on more responsibility including leading teams of engineers on a variety of different sized projects.

Josh’s vast experience within domestic, commercial and industrial electrical projects, alongside his in depth knowledge and team leadership skills led Josh to take on the role of Electrical Project Manager in April 2022. His responsibilities included assisting the management and co-ordination of new and existing projects whilst managing the Electrical Engineers.

Fast forward to October 2023 and Josh took another step up within the company to become Electrical Contacts Manager. He is now responsible for overseeing and delivering any electrical projects that fall under his remit. This starts at pre-construction stage, working directly with our clients to help produce design proposals to suit their specific needs and requirements, also ensuring all current electrical regulations are met. 

Once projects commence on site Josh is responsible for establishing a programme of works with our clients, allowing him to source and allocate the required labour and materials to complete the work in the agreed timeframe. Each electrical project is reviewed individually throughout the duration, monitoring engineer performance and ensuring each projects profit targets are met. 

Lewis Mansfield has been in the fire and security industry for 13 years in which time he has been a lead installation engineer for various complex sites that include the English Heritage and Portsmouth City Council.

Lewis prides himself on quality from the outset of design, to installation, through to commissioning and handover to the customer to exceed their expectations. During his time as an installation engineer Lewis has gained an in depth industry knowledge and has fire alarm design, installation and commissioning qualifications through the Fire Industry Association (FIA), and has an excellent working knowledge of the BS5839 fire standard.

Lewis joined 2Teck in November 2019 as the Fire & Security Projects Manager in the Communications division and is embracing his new role with drive and determination.

As Communications Contracts Manager at 2Teck, Darren brings over 27 years of experience in managing complex communications contracts and ensuring seamless project execution. With a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, Darren is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with clients and vendors, negotiating favourable terms, and ensuring compliance with all contractual obligations.

Before joining 2Teck, Darren worked at various companies where he played a pivotal role from engineering and installing/quoting through to project management, demonstrating his expertise within the communications sector.

Darren’s current role sees him focusing on key responsibilities on projects, striving to streamline processes and enhance communication channels to drive successful project outcomes. His proactive approach and dedication to continuous improvement makes him an invaluable asset to our team.

Dan Morley started his journey into the mechanical industry 12 years ago and during this time he has worked across a vast variety of commercial and domestic projects ranging between NHS buildings, schools / universities, leisure centres, commercial business units, offices, new build houses and flats just to name a few.

Dan’s work ethic, consistency, growth mindset and can do attitude enabled him to progress quickly and he was considered competent enough to organise and manage his own projects from early on in his career, starting small and progressing to bigger projects each time. This early opportunity was a catalyst for him to further his skills and knowledge within the industry.

In 2017 Dan joined 2Teck as a mechanical engineer and as the team progressed and expanded he was quickly promoted into a site supervisor role. He completed his SMSTS training in 2019 and continued as a site supervisor up until March 2021 where he was promoted to Projects Manager.

James has worked in the Electrical Industry for over 20 years having completed a time-served apprenticeship and holds City & Guilds Electro-technical, NVQ 3 and Test & Inspection qualifications along with an Approved Electricians JIB Gold Card.

Over the years James has progressed through to Lead Electrician and Site Supervisor roles and ultimately ending up managing various project and small works teams. This wide array of experience enables him to deal with any challenges and pressures faced in a competent and professional manner. James prides himself on his extensive up to date technical knowledge and ensures that we are always meeting all current regulations… whilst maintaining his current position as  office pool champion!