Paul Gandy, the current chief executive of Tilbury Douglas Group, is stepping down from his role.
- Craig Tatton is appointed the new chief executive, effective from 1st November 2024.
- Paul Gandy transitions to a significant role as the 122nd president of the Chartered Institute of Building.
- Craig Tatton previously served in leadership roles at Interserve and Bouygues UK before his current position.
- The company looks forward to expanding its services and maintaining its commitment to safety and community.
Paul Gandy, a prominent figure in the construction industry, will be stepping down from his position as chief executive of Tilbury Douglas Group. After five years of dedicated service to the company, his departure will coincide with his new role as the 122nd president of the Chartered Institute of Building. During his tenure, Gandy played a pivotal role in revitalising the brand, steering it from the aftermath of the Interserve Group to a renewed and robust entity. He will, however, still contribute as a part-time advisor to the Tilbury Douglas board, ensuring the continuity of his strategic insights.
Craig Tatton is set to take over the helm as chief executive on 1st November 2024. Tatton brings with him a wealth of experience from his previous executive roles. He joined Interserve in 2017, where he excelled in regional building businesses, and later expanded his responsibilities to include fit-out, engineering, and infrastructure. His elevation to chief operating officer in 2022 was a strategic move, ensuring a seamless transition into his new leadership role. Prior to his time at Interserve, Tatton held the position of chief operating officer at Bouygues UK and contributed significantly to its UK operations.
Paul Gandy’s career has been marked by extensive experience with industry-leading companies such as Kier, Balfour Beatty, Lendlease, Carillion, and Multiplex. His effective leadership and strategic vision have left a lasting impact on Tilbury Douglas, guiding the company to a trajectory of growth and stability. Upon his departure, Gandy expressed his gratitude, stating, “It has been a real privilege to have led the turnaround of Tilbury Douglas and [to] have seen the business growing again from a solid foundation. I thank all my colleagues, our board and our shareholders for their hard work and encouragement during that time.”
Craig Tatton’s vision for the future of Tilbury Douglas includes a broader service portfolio and a steadfast commitment to the safety and health of its personnel. Under his leadership, the company aims to foster sustainable growth and contribute positively to the communities it serves. Tatton commented on this transition, stating, “Our business is poised ready for its next phase, steadily broadening our portfolio of services for customers, whilst working alongside our suppliers, to enable growth of careers, profits and cash. People matter and I am proud that at Tilbury Douglas we remain committed not only to everyone’s safety and health but to sustainable contributions within the communities we serve.”
The leadership change at Tilbury Douglas marks a new era of growth and innovation under the guidance of Craig Tatton.
