Full Metal Jacket was founded in 1996 by Paul Rawlinson whose vision was to create a company that specialised in the use of lead and hard metal in the building industry with a difference.

Paul Rawlinson – Managing Director

Paul had been working in the industry for 24 years, starting as an apprentice and working his way to the top of his field with a flair, passion and pride in his work. He wanted to create a company that would not only return to traditional craftsmanship in the use of lead and copper but would also incorporate new technology and design to bring an innovative and creative style yet still give real values to an industry he felt was lacking in vital skills and imagination. Since 1996 Paul has worked in association with Architects, Planners and Developers bringing schemes to life with the use of lead and metal to give the best protection, an ageless style and yet practical solutions to roofing and cladding the world over.

Robert Edwards – Director

In 1999 Bob Edwards joined the company as Contracts Manager. Bob is a fully trained and highly skilled plumber who over the years developed an interest in the application of lead. Bob shared Paul’s vision of making Full Metal Jacket a first-class leader in its field offering a quality, service and unparallel skill that is second to none. Today Bob specialises in lead, slating and Liquid overlay systems. A few of Bob’s past projects include the replacement lead main roof of Canterbury Cathedral, the British Museum Islamic Galleries and The Tower of London.

Terry Smith – Senior Contracts Surveyor

Terry was originally a lead and hard metal engineer who began working with Paul in 1996.  In 2012 Terry joined the Management Team and is now the Senior Contracts Surveyor.  Terry has a keen interest in all hard metal projects and still today enjoys all the elements of pricing, winning and seeing a project come to a great conclusion. Terry qualified for NVQ 6 Diploma in Construction Contracting and Operations Management in 2024.  He prides himself on his ability to work with clients, countless of whom have worked with him for many years, giving them the best job at competitive costs and always on time.  Many of his projects have been the recipients of National Awards.

Jack Bridgeman - Estimator, Project Manager and Cad Designer

Jack, who has a Degree in Construction, joined FMJ in January 2024 and specialises in hard metal projects including zinc, copper, stainless steel and aluminium. He is very well versed in computers and enjoys the challenges of the unusual projects FMJ specialise in. He also prepares the production of detailed drawings from design stage to project handover. His calm and steady approach gives confidence to our clients and his thoughtful and insightful ideas make him a great asset to FMJ.

Michael Mayer – Projects Supervisor

Micky joined FMJ in 2002 as a lead and hard metal worker.  In 2019 he became Projects Supervisor and today is responsible for the smooth running of all the zinc and hard metal projects.  In 2024 Micky qualified for the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) in Fully Supported Lead and Hard Metal Roofing and Cladding.  Micky has the ability to see the project as a puzzle, no matter how big or small, and puts together all the pieces to make a finished job a shining example of organisation and perfection. However, don’t start him talking about his work – or you may not get him to stop!!

Ryan Collard – Site Manager

Ryan is a qualified hard metal engineer who worked for FMJ since 2016. In 2022 he qualified as a Site Manager and is currently completing his NEBOSH qualification. Ryan was the Site Manager at the Poultry Project, Museum of London Project and currently the Tower Project – FMJ’s tallest project ever at 93 M high! He has an enthusiasm for roofing and cladding which is infectious and spreads to all who work with him.