St James Homes has appointed <b>Martin Simms</b> as group deputy managing director. Simms was the first appointment of group md Tim Farrow. <p></p><p><br> <b>Donal McCarthy</b> has been appointed land buyer for Linden Homes Chiltern. McCarthy has a year's experience in the new homes industry.</p><p><br> <b>Gavin Hill</b> has been appointed technical director at Redrow Homes (South West) - he is responsible for all design, technical and commercial matters in the region. </p><p></p>