Siemens Buildings UK and Ireland has further strengthened its sales team with the appointment of Mark Gutteridge to the position of Area Sales Manager – South, Siemens Buildings Product Sales and Business Development. Gutteridge has been with Siemens for more than 10 years, most recently in the company’s digital industries business where he was the Solutions Partner Manager for the UK and Ireland. In his new role he will be responsible for both the Fire and the Comfort divisions which fall under the Siemens Buildings portfolio. Commenting on his appointment Gutteridge said – “I’m very much relishing the new challenge.  While I have some experience in areas which crossover with building management from my automation and control background – variable speed drives for example – it is essentially a new area for me. I understand the Siemens solutions-orientated philosophy very well from my previous roles and I look forward to applying that same commitment to finding optimal solutions in providing safer, more comfortable and more energy efficient environments for buildings.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Muse, the nationwide placemaker, has appointed Laura Percy as Development Director to strengthen its growing North West team.   The new hire joins the business with over 15 years’ experience delivering complex urban regeneration, mixed-use, and innovation projects across the UK and Asia. Laura was most recently at Landsec U&I, where she oversaw the businesses’ investments and developments across the North. This included MediaCity UK, the transformative mixed-use development in Salford Quays, Greater Manchester, and Mayfield, the large-scale £1.4bn regeneration project in Manchester City Centre. Prior to this, Laura was Head of Development at Bruntwood SciTech. Over the course of a three-year period she led the development of ID Manchester, the £1.5bn joint venture project with the University of Manchester, alongside holding responsibility for the master planning and delivery of the £750m mixed-use Circle Square development in Manchester. With a deep-rooted connection to the region, Laura is also a Board Member of the Greater Manchester Business Board (LEP), which brings together the public and private sectors to support business growth, develop local skills and innovation, and direct investment. The appointment of the strategic development lead continues to boost Muse’s growth trajectory in the North West, with the Development Director supporting the delivery of a strong regional pipeline. This includes Crescent Innovation Zone, a pivotal element of the £2.5bn Crescent Salford Masterplan, by ECF – the joint venture between Muse, Homes England and L&G, Salford City Council, and the University of Salford, and the £100m transformation of Prestwich Village in partnership with Bury Council. Steven Knowles, Director of Development Management at Muse – North West, said: “Laura brings a wealth of placemaking experience to our team. She will play an important role in supporting our exciting and ambitious pipeline in the North West.   “Her knowledge of innovation-led regeneration and experience working in partnership with the public and private sector will be crucial as we push forward with our plans for Crescent Salford and the sustainable regeneration of Prestwich Village. “The last six months have been excellent in terms of growth, and Laura’s appointment puts us in a strong position to continue to progress over the forthcoming period.” Laura Percy, Development Director at Muse – North West, said: “I am delighted to be joining Muse and look forward to playing my part supporting the team in the North West. “The company is amongst the industry leaders who are working in partnership to deliver outstanding new places across the country. Joining the team in the North West is an opportunity to support an ambitious pipeline which will be transformative for the region. “By bringing my own experience, and working with the established and expert team, we will continue to deliver outstanding regeneration and placemaking and have a real impact on communities.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Cushman & Wakefield has named Ben Cullen as the new head of its UK and Ireland business, marking a significant leadership transition for the global real estate services firm. Cullen takes over from George Roberts, who is stepping down after a successful tenure. Having joined Cushman & Wakefield as a graduate in 2001, Cullen has spent over two decades at the firm, steadily rising through the ranks. He became an international partner in 2016 and most recently served as UK head of offices, where he led high-profile occupier representation deals in London and supported the company’s growth strategy across the region. Cullen is a long-standing member of the UK executive committee and has played a key role in shaping the firm’s trajectory in both the UK and Irish markets. In his new position, he will focus on driving growth, deepening client relationships, and strengthening Cushman & Wakefield’s presence in a highly competitive landscape. Commenting on the appointment, Matthew Bouw, chief executive of APAC & EMEA, said: “Ben’s promotion reflects the confidence we have in his ability to lead with energy, insight and a relentless client focus. He brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of our markets, which will be critical as we continue to deliver value for clients across the region.” Cullen added: “I’m proud to take on this role at such an important time for our business. With a talented team and a strong platform, we’re well placed to seize the opportunities ahead and continue delivering world-class advice to our clients.” Andy Tyler will succeed Cullen as UK head of offices, ensuring continuity in the leadership of the division. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Civil engineering, infrastructure and tunnelling specialist Barhale has announced the appointment of James Haddon in a newly created role of Director of Low Carbon Solutions and Joe Solomon as Regional Director (Eastern). Director of Low Carbon Solutions is a new board-level position which reflects both Barhale’s corporate commitment to decarbonisation and reducing fossil fuel dependency and also its focus on developing innovative low carbon solutions for clients. James Haddon originally joined Barhale in 1988 as a site engineer and rapidly progressed through commercial, project management and regional manager roles. He joined AECOM in 2006 and worked across their European operations for nine years before returning to Barhale in 2015 to take up the position of Regional Director (Eastern). Joe Solomon, who steps into the role of Regional Director (Eastern), started his career with Barhale in 2012 as a Quantity Surveyor after six years at M.A.R.S. Construction. By 2014, he had progressed to Senior QS, working on S101a schemes in Peterborough before moving into commercial management roles within the @one Alliance, Anglian Water’s highly regarded partnership delivering complex capital projects – of which Barhale is a founding partner. In January 2021, Joe was appointed to Head of Commercial for the Eastern region. For Chief Executive Martin Brown, the appointments exemplify how Barhale is promoting succession planning and developing the future leaders of its business from within.  “James and Joe are natural choices for these roles,” he said. “Accelerating our carbon solutions offering is a key element of our growth strategy and James’s expertise and wealth of experience provide an ideal combination to lead the drive. “Joe has worked closely with James for many years and he will continue to develop and grow our business within Eastern. He has an excellent relationship with key clients and partners and also brings huge enthusiasm and experience to the role. I look forward to him continuing to building Barhale’s business across the region. “Both appointments are in line with our business strategy and are a great reflection of the business’s agenda to recognise and promote talent from among its existing teams.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Panattoni, the largest logistics real estate developer in Europe, has launched a major new initiative to develop data centres across Europe, the UK, India and the Middle East with the appointment of four senior specialists. Panattoni’s new dedicated data centres team will be led by Richard Wellbrock, who joins as Managing Director, Data Centres. He brings more than 25 years of real estate experience, including almost 20 years focused on the development of data centres. Most recently, as Chief Commercial Officer at Colt Data Centre Services (DCS), a leading global data centre operator. Richard played a key role in delivering large-scale, AI-ready data centre campuses across Europe and Asia , driving growth from 100MW to 1GW, including supporting a $1.5 billion joint venture with Mitsui. Joining Richard Wellbrock at Panattoni are; Nick Parker, Head of Capital Deployment, Data Centres, John Belton, Head of Development, Data Centres, and Paul Terry, Infrastructure Director, Data Centres. Nick Parker, who was previously Global Senior Director of Asset Management at Colt DCS, where he led over €5 billion in capital deployment strategies, supported transactions of around 250MW with hyperscale customers and played a central role in structuring international joint ventures and investment strategy across India, Japan and Europe. John Belton, who served as Global Senior Director of Development at Colt DCS, has around 40 years’ experience in engineering and data centre development. He managed Colt DCS’s global development portfolio, creating a pipeline capable of delivering more than 1GW of IT load across multiple countries. Paul Terry, who was Colt DCS’s Global Director of Development Infrastructure, led infrastructure design and delivery from land acquisition through to handover, managing major utility and technology programmes. All four will be based in London and report to Robert Dobrzycki, CEO and co-owner of Panattoni Europe, UK, Middle East and India. Robert Dobrzycki, CEO, said: “This is a significant new chapter for Panattoni. Data centres are essential infrastructure for the modern economy, and we are now building a world-class platform to deliver them. Richard and his team bring exceptional experience and insight”. Richard Wellbrock, Managing Director, Data Centres, said: “Panattoni has an outstanding track record of development at scale and pace. With our team now in place, we’re looking forward to growing the business across Europe, the UK, India and the Middle East, supporting hyperscalers, cloud providers and enterprise customers with high-quality data centre solutions”. Panattoni’s expansion into data centres builds on its longstanding expertise in large-scale industrial and logistics development, which has seen it deliver more than 23 million sq m across Europe. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Acivico Group is pleased to announce the appointment of David Morrissey as its new Group Managing Director, effective 14 July 2025 Acivico Group Appoints David Morrissey as New Group Managing Director Acivico Group is pleased to announce the appointment of David Morrissey as its new Group Managing Director, effective 14 July 2025. David joins Acivico with a strong track record in public sector leadership and local authority trading companies (LATCOs). Most recently, he served as Managing Director of HTS Group Ltd, where he led operations across maintenance, facilities management, environmental services, compliance, property services, and major projects. His leadership was marked by a focus on operational excellence, stakeholder engagement, and delivering value for money. Chair of the Acivico Board, David Powell, commented: “David impressed us with his strategic skills, delivery focus, and consultative approach. His experience and leadership style are a great fit for Acivico as we continue to grow and evolve.” In his new role, David will lead the organisation through its next phase of development, with a focus on innovation, digital transformation, and strengthening client and community partnerships. Speaking about his appointment, David said: “I’m delighted to be joining Acivico at such an exciting time. The business has a strong foundation and a clear ambition to grow and diversify. I look forward to working with the team, our partners, and stakeholders to build on that momentum—focusing on innovation, collaboration, and delivering high-quality outcomes that will make a lasting impact.” David’s appointment follows a rigorous recruitment process and comes at a pivotal time for Acivico, as the organisation continues to deliver on its strategic priorities across consultancy, construction, and facilities management services. Acivico Group is a Birmingham-based, purpose-driven, multi-disciplinary firm offering an extensive range of built environment advisory services, including design, construction, building control, and facilities management. Guided by our vision to promote public wellbeing and sustainable development, we pride ourselves on our strategic partnerships and strong civic values. Established in 2012, Acivico provides comprehensive construction-related services, supporting landmark projects across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands. We collaborate closely with our clients, delivering high-quality, sustainable, and innovative solutions that are cost-effective and foster civic pride. Our strategic partnerships, combined with our unique civic values, set us apart from our competitors. Maintaining strong relationships with local and central government, we remain at the forefront of industry changes, allowing us to guide clients through future impacts within their respective sectors and ensure successful project completion. Since 2018, our business transformation has seen significant investments in our people, systems, and processes, resulting in substantial benefits for our clients, including cost savings, enhanced customer experience, and improved quality. Our growing portfolio now includes partnership frameworks for both Constructing West Midlands and Legionella, and we anticipate continued growth as we implement our future strategy. At Acivico Group, we prioritize integrity, care, expertise, and ethical entrepreneurialism, fostering a culture of active listening, continuous learning, and calculated risk-taking. As we move forward, we remain dedicated to promoting public wellbeing, sustainable development, and Building For Good. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Craig Thow has been appointed Operations Director of Robertson Construction Northern, following nine successful years with Robertson Construction Tayside. Craig joined Robertson in 2016 as Operations Manager and has since played a pivotal role in delivering high-quality projects for public and private sector customers across Dundee, Angus, Fife, and Perthshire. His leadership spans a wide range of sectors, including education, healthcare, hospitality and commercial. Notably, he was involved in the delivery of a number of prestigious projects across the Tayside region including Scotland’s first accredited Passivhaus primary school, Riverside Primary School,  and the £26m office development in Dundee. With almost 30 years of industry experience, Craig will now oversee all operational aspects of project delivery in the Northern region. His responsibilities include ensuring projects are completed to the highest quality, delivered efficiently, on programme and within budget, alongside identifying and securing new opportunities. One of his first major projects will be the construction of a new business park at Oban Airport, which recently received planning approval. Craig studied civil engineering at Heriot-Watt University and has worked for several construction companies, starting as a Site Engineer and progressing to Project Manager before joining Robertson. Speaking on his appointment, Craig said: “With strong opportunities on the horizon and a solid pipeline of ongoing projects, it’s a great time to be joining the Northern business. I look forward to sharing my experiences with the team and supporting the business’ continued success.” Craig also acted as a Young People Champion for four years, responsible for delivering operational support to embed and enhance the Robertson NextGen Strategy. This is geared towards providing meaningful career development and engagement opportunities for employees aged 16 to 24 years. Craig added: “Ensuring there is enough development and support given to the younger generation is important to me and is fundamental for the industry. Through our dedicated team delivering small works, we are creating real opportunities for young people to gain hands-on experience, earn qualifications and learn a trade on live projects. It’s a model that not only supports skills development but offers a clear career path for life.” Regional Managing Director Ian Phillips commented: “Craig is a strong and welcome addition to our high-performing team. He brings valuable operational leadership experience along with a deep understanding of the Robertson way of working. His expertise will further strengthen the business as we continue to grow across the region.” With offices in Elgin, Inverness and Fort William, Robertson Construction Northern is a trusted partner of choice for an array of customers covering Moray, Highlands & Islands, Lochaber and Aberdeenshire. It is part of Robertson Group, one of the largest family-owned construction, infrastructure, property and support services businesses in the UK. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Property adviser Christie & Co has announced the appointment of Anthony Meadowcroft as regional director, taking the helm of its retail and leisure brokerage operations across Scotland and the North of England. Joining the firm’s expanding retail and leisure team in 2023, Meadowcroft brought with him nearly a decade of brokerage experience, having worked on numerous high-profile business sales since 2015. His promotion marks a key milestone in both his own career and the company’s ongoing commitment to strengthening regional expertise. Reflecting on his new role, Meadowcroft said: “I’m incredibly proud to step into this leadership position during Christie & Co’s 90th year. It’s been a privilege to work with so many talented colleagues and clients since joining, and I’m excited to build on that momentum.” He added that his priorities in the new role will include increasing collaboration across the wider business and advancing Christie & Co’s presence in the evolving convenience retail and roadside markets. “These are areas undergoing significant transformation, and our regional team is well-placed to support clients navigating that change.” The announcement comes at a time of continued investment in Christie & Co’s regional structure, aligning with the firm’s strategy to expand its reach and service capability across core growth sectors. Steve Rodell, managing director of retail and leisure at Christie & Co, welcomed the appointment, noting: “Anthony brings a great blend of energy, insight and ambition to the role. His promotion reflects our confidence in his ability to lead, inspire, and deliver results for both our team and our clients.” Rodell also highlighted the importance of maintaining agility in the current market: “As retail and leisure continue to evolve, having strong leadership across our regional teams is essential. Anthony’s knowledge of the northern markets and his collaborative approach will be key to driving our next phase of growth.” The appointment reinforces Christie & Co’s ongoing evolution as a specialist adviser in retail property and business transactions, with Meadowcroft now set to play a central role in shaping the firm’s strategy across key northern territories. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

BAM UK and Ireland has appointed Abigail Farrell-Black as its new Executive Director of Finance. Abigail joins BAM from Thames Water, where she held the position of Finance Director for Operations.  Prior to her time at Thames Water, Abigail held senior finance leadership positions at some of the UK’s largest utility companies, including Southern Water and UK Power Networks. She brings over 20 years of financial, commercial, strategic, and operational experience in regulated industries.  Abigail will be part of the UK and Ireland Divisional Leadership Team and will report directly to Henri de Pater, BAM UK & Ireland’s former Executive Director of Finance, who has now taken up the role of Chief Financial Officer at Royal BAM Group.  Abigail Farrell-Black Executive Director of Finance at BAM UK & Ireland. comments:  “I’m excited to be part of BAM, an organisation that places sustainability and people at the heart of everything it does. BAM is on an exciting journey, going from strength to strength, and playing a key role in delivering the projects and infrastructure that are shaping the UK’s future — from critical infrastructure and net zero schools to leading the transition to green energy.   Its values align closely with my own passion for creating inclusive working environments, where every team member feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work and perform at their best.”  John Wilkinson, Chief Operating Officer BAM UK and Ireland, comments:  “We’re delighted to welcome Abigail to BAM. Her extensive experience in financial leadership roles across major UK utility companies makes her an excellent addition to our team. Her expertise will be instrumental in supporting our commitment to delivering strong, predictable performance, high-quality projects, and lasting value to the communities where we operate.   Her passion for driving digital innovation, combined with her dedication to building and empowering strong teams, aligns perfectly with BAM’s culture and values.”  Henri de Pater, Chief Financial Officer at Royal BAM Group said:  “At Royal BAM Group, we are proud of the progress we have made in recent years — delivering solid financial results while contributing to a more sustainable and better-connected world. This success is only possible thanks to the dedication of our people and the strength of our strategy, which is firmly anchored in our company mission, ‘building a sustainable tomorrow’.   I’m truly pleased to welcome Abigail to our team. Her deep expertise in the utility sector and her thoughtful leadership style will be a great asset as we continue to grow and deliver lasting impact together.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Avison Young has announced the appointment of Kat Hanna as Head of UK Market Intelligence and Strategy. Hanna, who currently serves as the firm’s Co-Managing Director for London, steps into the newly created role with a focus on enhancing strategic direction and advising clients and industry stakeholders. In her expanded remit, Hanna will spearhead efforts to help clients anticipate change, identify emerging opportunities, and stay ahead in an increasingly dynamic real estate market. Working closely with the firm’s market intelligence team, she will integrate advanced data analytics and AI with the first-hand knowledge of Avison Young’s transactional and consultancy professionals to provide meaningful, actionable insights. Hanna brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously held senior positions at Lendlease, Cushman & Wakefield, and the Centre for London prior to joining Avison Young three years ago. Nick Walkley, Principal and UK President at Avison Young, commented:“Kat’s deep understanding of the built environment and the UK market, along with her ability to distil complex insights into clear strategic guidance, will be instrumental in helping our clients navigate disruption and achieve tangible outcomes. Her appointment reinforces our commitment to delivering valuable and forward-thinking expertise.” Reflecting on her new position, Hanna said:“After three years at Avison Young, I’m thrilled to be stepping into a role that allows us to better connect our data and analytical strengths with both clients and colleagues. I look forward to collaborating with our exceptionally talented team of real estate analysts and global partners, combining their knowledge with my background in politics, policy and strategy to support informed decision-making and effective delivery.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals