Ridge & Partners has bolstered its team by recruiting three seasoned professionals from Arcadis Northwest to enhance its northern operations.
- Mark Dewhurst, Lee Mellor, and Chris Dunne bring over two decades of expertise in cost and project management to Ridge.
- The newly formed team aims to strengthen Ridge’s presence in commercial and residential sectors across northern England.
- Dewhurst, Mellor, and Dunne previously contributed to major projects like the Co-operative Group head office in Manchester.
- The strategic hires align with Ridge’s plan to grow its multidisciplinary offerings and reputation in the region.
Ridge & Partners is strategically expanding its influence in the north of England through the acquisition of three experienced professionals from Arcadis Northwest—Mark Dewhurst, Lee Mellor, and Chris Dunne. These hires signify Ridge’s commitment to bolstering their cost and project management capabilities within the commercial and residential development sectors. Leveraging over two decades of combined experience, this team is well-positioned to enhance Ridge’s ambition of becoming a prominent player in the northern markets.
The trio is recognised for their collaborative work on significant projects such as the Co-operative Group headquarters, 1 Angel Square, and the Royal Horticultural Society’s Bridgewater garden in Manchester. These projects underscore their expertise in managing complex, large-scale developments, which are essential to Ridge’s growth strategy in the region.
Dewhurst and Mellor join as chartered quantity surveyors, bringing a wealth of knowledge in cost management. Their commitment is to further establish Ridge as a leader in delivering superior cost management services, known for precision and value addition. Dewhurst emphasised Ridge’s excellent reputation and sustainable growth approach, expressing his dedication to becoming the go-to firm for cost management solutions in northern England.
Lee Mellor echoed these sentiments, focusing on nurturing a team that consistently delivers outstanding service and builds on Ridge’s formidable reputation. As the private sector cost management leader in the north, Mellor’s goal is to elevate Ridge’s service excellence and competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Chris Dunne, taking the helm of the project management team in Manchester, is poised to capitalise on Ridge’s existing success in delivering top-tier project management services across the UK. His vision aligns with Ridge’s comprehensive growth strategy, aiming to expand their footprint and enhance service delivery in the northern region.
Ridge & Partners’ strategic recruitment from Arcadis Northwest represents a significant step in their ambitious expansion plans across northern England’s competitive construction landscape.
