Siomara Bedoya

Employee Story – Siomara Bedoya

Siomara joined MCD Heritage in March 2025 as a Painter and Decorator. Her talent and dedication shone through right from the start, and she quickly became a valued member of our team.

Since joining, Siomara has supported a variety of projects across central London, putting her painting skills to great use. Along the way, new opportunities have opened up for her to continue developing in her trade. Siomara shares: “Working for MCD Heritage is creative, physically active, and incredibly rewarding. It’s amazing to see the transformation of each project.”

Siomara’s experience working with MCD Heritage

What does a typical day look like for you at MCD Heritage?

The day usually starts bright and early with a chat and a laugh with the team, plus the standard moan about the weather. After that, we sort out our tools and materials and get stuck into the day’s tasks. There’s always something new to learn.

What do you enjoy most about your role?

It’s creative, physically active, and incredibly rewarding to see the transformation of each property throughout a project.

What’s been your favourite project so far – and why?

My favourite project was a commercial fit-out in Belgravia, London, which is memorable because it was where I first began my journey with MCD.

What has been your favourite location to work in – and what made it special?

Kinnerton Street has been my favourite location because we’ve worked on multiple projects there, allowing me to learn new skills and build a closer connection with the team.

What’s the most challenging part of your work?

Definitely the weather, it keeps you on your toes and can throw off deadlines. And now and again, lining up schedules with other people on site can be challenging.

How do you approach problem-solving on site?

By taking a look at what’s going on, chatting through ideas with the team, and keeping my superiors in the loop so we can sort things out together.

What’s it like being part of the MCD Heritage team?

I’ve honestly really enjoyed it! It’s been a great experience and a fantastic opportunity.

What’s one thing that sets MCD apart from other companies you’ve worked for?

Their professionalism.

Can you share a memorable moment?

One memory that always makes me smile is when my manager bought work shoes for a colleague who was having a rough patch, a small gesture that meant a lot.

What are you looking forward to working on next?

New projects with more responsibility.

How has your role or experience grown since joining?

A lot! I’ve had the chance to use my personal and painting skills on real projects and get to grips with MCD’s working style. It’s opened the door to new opportunities, with great support along the way.

Tea or coffee?

Tea.

Early start or late finish?

Early start.

Most-used tool on site?

A brush

Best snack on a break?

Mandarins

One thing you can’t work without?

Gloves!