Galliford Try has announced a significant leadership change, appointing Glennan Blackmore as managing director of its infrastructure business unit.
- Glennan Blackmore transitions from Skanska, where he served as highways director, to succeed David Lowery.
- David Lowery will now focus on his executive role as managing director of environment and infrastructure.
- Blackmore, with 18 years at Skanska, brings vast experience in civil engineering and highways.
- His appointment signals Galliford Try’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its infrastructure capabilities.
Galliford Try, a prominent name in the UK construction sector, has made a strategic decision by appointing Glennan Blackmore as the managing director of its infrastructure business unit. This move follows the elevation of David Lowery to the executive board, where he will now oversee the environment and infrastructure domains. The appointment reflects a crucial phase in Galliford Try’s operational strategy, focusing on strengthening leadership within its infrastructure division.
Glennan Blackmore steps into his new role with a commendable record from Skanska, where he spent 18 years, culminating as the highways director. His background in civil engineering contracting in South Africa further broadens the expertise he brings to Galliford Try. Blackmore’s extensive experience is poised to drive the company’s efforts in delivering quality infrastructure projects.
David Lowery, while commenting on the leadership transition, emphasised the strategic importance of infrastructure for Galliford Try’s growth. He expressed confidence in Blackmore’s ability to lead the unit, stating, ‘Infrastructure remains a key focus for our organisation and we are excited that Glennan, with his wealth of experience, has joined our business for the next and important phase of our journey.’
Glennan Blackmore reciprocated the sentiments, acknowledging Galliford Try’s strong position in the construction landscape. He shared his enthusiasm by noting, ‘Galliford Try has built an excellent reputation as a leading UK construction group, known for its people-oriented and progressive approach, and committed to improving lives by delivering high-quality infrastructure. I am very much looking forward to this new role and working collaboratively with an experienced team to deliver further success in the future.’
These leadership changes underscore Galliford Try’s strategic focus on bolstering its infrastructure operations.
