Our company
Craftsmanship, collaboration, and care
We have a proven track record of successfully delivering projects ranging from small-scale school buildings to major heritage restorations and large residential joinery fit outs.
Our portfolio spans both public and private sectors, including arts and culture, life science, defence and security, residential, commercial and leisure, healthcare, education, aviation, and listed heritage buildings.
We are proactive in upholding our reputation for delivering high-quality, well-managed projects. With over 35 years of industry experience, we understand that consistent quality comes from robust processes, clear communication, and strict adherence to procedures.
With a significant emphasis on quality and client satisfaction, we achieve our goals by:
- A clear understanding of the priorities of main contractors, developers, and investors
- Diverse, experienced teams of skilled and motivated tradespeople
- Ongoing support for individuals through our structured Apprenticeship Schemes
- Effective workforce leadership that drives productivity on site
- Open, respectful communication and honest collaboration at every level
Our Story
Quality Craftsmanship Since 1987
Established by our Chairman, Simon Hearle, in 1987, our journey has been shaped by a passion for craftsmanship and a commitment to doing things the right way. Starting as a small carpentry company operating in London, Swift Crafted has established itself as a trusted name in bespoke joinery and fit-out across the South East UK.
Over the years, we’ve grown steadily, guided by the same principles that defined us from the start: quality, reliability, and attention to detail. Our team has expanded, our projects have become larger and more complex, yet our hands-on approach and dedication to excellence remain unchanged.
Through lasting relationships with our clients and partners, we’ve continued to evolve – blending traditional joinery skills with modern technology and innovative methods. Today, we take pride in delivering large-scale joinery and fit-out projects that reflect decades of experience in building with timber.
Our timeline
The heritage that’s shaped us
Swift begins
Swift (Southern) Ltd established to support Swift Structures and Swift St Albans creating the Swift Group.
St Albans
Swift St Albans rebranded as Swift Horsman
Swift Southern
Swift (Southern) Ltd become independent from Swift Group
New offices
Swift Southern secures new offices in Tadworth, Epsom
199 Knightsbridge
Project completed for Knightsbridge, with a value of £7.5m
Board Re-Structure
Completion of Sainsbury Laboratory Cambridge University
Swift Southern receives Achilles accreditation
Lee Moore & Paul Smith appointed as Commercial and Operations Director respectively
CHAS Safety Accreditation
Swift Southern Ltd receives safety accreditation (Now SSIP is through Achilles)
Swift Southern became Swift Crafted
Swift Southern rebranded as Swift Crafted Ltd
Swift Crafted receives ISO:14001 environmental accreditation
Bodleian Library project
Completion of New Bodleian Library Refurbishment
Asta Powerproject
Swift Crafted Ltd invests in Asta Powerproject Programming Software.
Our 30th Birthday
Swift Crafted celebrates 30 years in business
Swift Crafted receives IFC (KIWA) Accreditation
Royal Opera House
Completion of London’s Royal Opera House Open Up Project.
Jack Hearle Joins the Board
Jack Hearle appointed as Commercial Director
Tessa Grieve joins the Board
Tessa Grieve (Nee Hearle) appointed as Pre-Construction Director
Swift Crafted navigates COVID-19 completing 4 projects
Launch of internally developed Apps: TimeReportApp and OneDocStop
Net Zero Carbon Strategy
Net Zero Carbon Strategy finalised
Swift Crafted Head Office Refurbishment
Completion of Finsbury Tower & Marshall Building
Secured Prison Development (Leicester)
Manchester Town Hall Project
Secured Heritage Project Manchester Town Hall
Swift Crafted introduces Coorporate Partners Word Forest Organisation
Simon Hearle celebrated 40 Years since joining Swift st. Albans before setting up Swift Crafted as a separate company
Lee Moore RICS Qualification
Lee Moore achieves RICS qualification
HMP Fosse Way (Glen Parva Prison Complete
The Annex Building, Museum of London Development Complete
Green Team established to deliver Swift Crafted NZC Strategy
250 Hours of Volunteering
Swift crafted completed 250 hours of volunteering achieving Social Value target at Manchester Town Hall
Completion of Unilivers HQ (Project Honey) in Kingston
Board Re-Structure
Simon Hearle takes up Chairman position as Jack Hearle becomes the new Managing Director for Swift Crafted
Swift Crafted purchases office in Epsom where it has been renting since 2000
Our team
Great teams build great things
At the heart of everything we do at Swift Crafted Ltd are our people — the driving force behind our success and the foundation of our ongoing growth. We believe that when talented individuals are empowered and supported, remarkable things happen.
From site to office, our team embodies a shared commitment to collaboration and integrity, creating an environment where innovation thrives and quality defines every decision. We’re proud to have built a strong, inclusive culture where everyone contributes to shaping not just the business, but a community that celebrates craftsmanship, creativity, and continuous improvement.
Our directors
Meet the board
Simon Hearle
Chairman
Jack Hearle
Managing Director
Tessa Grieve
Pre-Construction Director
Paul Smith
Operations Director
Lee Moore
Commercial Director
Our projects
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Royal Opera House
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The Annex Building, West Smithfield
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Glen Parva Prison
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The Marshall Building, LSE
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