Colliers has welcomed Jonathan Cook to its market-leading National Offices team in Manchester as a director. Additionally, Ella Millington is also joining the team as a graduate surveyor, further highlighting the continued expansion and expertise of the team. Cook has over 12-years of experience in the Manchester office market, including working at LSH and CBRE. He is a highly renowned and experienced agent who provides localised strategic asset management and development guidance, leasing and tenant mix advice for the North West’s prominent occupiers and landlords. In his new role, Cook will be pivotal in strengthening Colliers’ agency presence across the North West and supporting the firm’s expanding portfolio of projects in the region. Millington, as a graduate surveyor, will bring fresh perspectives and support to the team, highlighting Colliers’ commitment to nurturing new talent alongside experienced professionals. Dominic Pozzoni, head of Colliers’ Manchester office and director in Colliers’ National Offices team commented: “I am thrilled to announce Jonathan’s hire and welcome Ella to the team. Jonathan’s impressive client network and extensive industry knowledge and experience will make him an invaluable addition to our team and will ensure that we continue to provide a best-in-class service and drive real value for our clients across the North West. Ella’s addition also underlines our focus on growth and innovation through nurturing emerging talent.” Tony Horrell, Colliers CEO, UK and Ireland added: “Jonathan’s proven track record and connections within the market will undoubtedly drive Colliers’ growth and enhance our service offerings nationwide. We look forward to the significant impact he will have on our company’s continued success. Ella’s involvement in the team further demonstrates our commitment to investing in the future of the industry.” Jonathan Cook said: “The office landscape is changing but activity levels remain high, with occupiers realising the true value of collaborative and cohesive space, and I am really excited to be joining Colliers at a time of significant growth. The opportunity to work with such a highly respected agency team and impressive client portfolio, whilst bringing new contacts, ideas, and innovative solutions to drive performance and expansion, was one that I couldn’t miss.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

MURPHY Geospatial, a leading provider of geospatial solutions, has announced the appointment of three new managing directors across the UK and Ireland as part of its strategic growth. Richard Glenn will oversee operations in the UK, David Graham will lead in Ireland, and Andrew Masters will head up the organisation’s Monitoring Division. These appointments are pivotal in supporting the businesses vision for growth and innovation and enhancing their service delivery. The appointments follow the recent news of Murphy Geospatial’s acquisition by US firm, Woolpert. Richard Glenn, now Managing Director in the UK, brings a wealth of experience from his 20 years in the geospatial industry. His multifaceted background in new product development, technologies, CRM and business development will be instrumental in growing Murphy Geospatial position as a premier geospatial solutions provider in the UK. Richard is passionate about driving growth and development, focusing on sectors like manufacturing, infrastructure, and property to uncover new opportunities. David Graham, appointed as Managing Director in Ireland has been with the business for 25 years, through various phases of growth and innovation. His extensive experience spans large scale projects in gas, water, energy and infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. David, a chartered surveyor and fellow of the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland, Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and the Royal Geographical Society, will leverage his expertise to further strengthen the team, seek out new opportunities in high-growth sectors such as energy, utilities, infrastructure and renewables, and enhance Murphy Geospatial’s strong presence in Ireland while offering global geospatial solutions to the market. Andrew Masters, the new Managing Director of the Monitoring Division, has been with the business since 2011. With a background in site engineering and involvement in major projects such as London’s Elizabeth Line, HS2, and Vauxhall Station, Andrew has been pivotal in growing the monitoring division to more than 90 members of staff, with over 100 projects running at any one time. His ambition is to make Murphy Geospatial the largest provider and leading expert of monitoring solutions throughout Europe. Billy Roche, Chief Operating Officer, stated: “The appointments of Richard, David, and Andrew are a significant milestone for Murphy Geospatial. Their combined expertise and leadership will drive our business forward, ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions to our clients. Each brings unique skills and insights that will enhance our operations and strategic growth across different regions and sectors.” Niall Murphy, Chief Executive Officer, added: “Having the best talent in our industry driving the business forward is a testament to our commitment to excellence. These appointments create a framework for growth and opportunity within the group. Our supportive culture enables every one of our employees to explore paths that align with their skills and interests, helping them reach their highest potential and we’re really proud of that. Richard, David, and Andrew’s leadership will be crucial to our ambitious growth plans.” The new Managing Directors will report directly to the COO, fostering a unified approach to scaling operations and enhancing technical capabilities across the organisation. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals