Richard Todd

Richard has been integral to the success of the Oxfordshire property market over the last 15 years through his work in the education and science and technology sectors.

Driven by his genuine commitment to help, our regional office partner has an excellent reputation for successfully delivering projects and providing clients with a dedicated and considerate service, above and beyond the expected standards.

Richard and his team have delivered over 1,300 new student rooms in the last five years, supporting Oxford’s desperate shortage of student accommodation. His attention is now drawn to championing sustainable developments and elevating sustainable design within client briefs.

He is committed and believes in communicating with project stakeholders to test and challenge a brief with a ‘no surprises’ culture and deliver buildings which exceed the expectations of those involved, collaborating with passionate experts across the sector throughout.

As the spearhead of growth in Oxford, Richard ensures innovative thinking and fresh insights for consideration are shared with his team. He recognises the importance of listening and providing the team with the freedom and support they deserve so everyone feels challenged and positively thrives.

Richard provides excellent professional advice, is sensitive to a client's eccentric requirements and simply gets things done efficiently.

Richard Todd and his team have been supporting the University for over 10 years, delivering high-priority, complex capital projects.

AWARDS

Ox Prop Fest 2021

Commercial Development of the Year award for the Zeus building at Harwell Science and innovation Campus
Property Leader of the Year

Ox Prop Fest 2020

Project of the Year award for the HB Allen Centre, Keble College
Best Interior (Cool and Funky) for OSE’s (Oxford Science Enterprises) The Grassroots space
Property Agent of the Year

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Built Environment

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Project Management

Seamless project delivery in the UK’s most innovative cities

Our insights

Insights 21.05.26

Our latest Todd Talk – held on Day 3 of UKREiiF 2026 - brought together Bidwells’ Head of Built Environment, Richard Todd, and Tilo Guenther, Director at the award‑winning Niall McLaughlin Architects, for a conversation that revealed the craft, curiosity and collaboration behind some of Oxford’s most admired buildings.

Todd Talk: A Fireside Chat with Tilo Guenther, Niall McLaughlin Architects

Insights 05.06.25

Recorded live at the Creating a Scientific Superpower, this session features a compelling conversation between Lisa Flashner, COO of the Ellison Institute of Technology, and Richard Todd, Head of Built Environment at Bidwells.

Todd Talk: Inside the Vision: Ellison Institute of Technology in Oxford

Insights 22.05.25

In this episode of Todd Talk, Richard Todd sits down with Carl Ennis, Country CEO of Siemens GB&I, to explore how AI is already transforming the built environment.

Todd Talk: Powering Progress with AI – A Conversation with Carl Ennis, Siemens

Report 2024

The UK construction industry has a productivity problem. Construction output per hour worked is lower than in manufacturing, financial and business services, and utilities.

Innovating in construction: A work in progress

Report 2024

Oxford Technology Park (OTP) prime location next to the University of Oxford’s Begbroke Science Park positions it to drive innovation.

Quantum leap: harnessing the power of proximity

Report 2024

In Bidwells’ latest groundbreaking report, The Productivity Engine, we uncover the fundamental role that space plays in understanding - and solving - the UK’s productivity problems.

The Productivity Engine

Insights 28.06.23

This thought-provoking panel discusses the evolution of life sciences and real estate, focusing on key themes like sustainability, the importance of community and early engagement with tenants. Listen as respected industry leaders share their insights on building flexible spaces and innovation clusters that support growth.

Evolution of real estate for a new era of science and technology