The construction and infrastructure sectors are witnessing significant leadership changes to harness current growth opportunities.
- Clancy has made strategic appointments to fortify its operations, focusing on civils and energy sectors, with Jon Arnold as the new operations director.
- Vistry Thames Valley welcomes James Hammond as regional technical manager, inspired by his early architectural influences.
- Anwyl appoints former professional rugby player Tom Grundy as managing director for Cheshire and North Wales, bringing unique leadership experience.
- Andy Metcalfe, co-founder of Speller Metcalfe, retires, passing the leadership torch to his son James for continued success.
The construction and infrastructure sectors are undergoing a remarkable transformation with firms actively seeking to optimise growth potential during this pivotal time. In this context, Clancy has announced pivotal appointments intended to bolster its civils and energy outputs. Jon Arnold, renowned for his previous leadership roles at Skanska, is now Clancy’s operations director. His notable contributions include overseeing the Humber gas replacement pipeline and facilitating procurement for significant projects like the Lower Thames Crossing scheme and the South East Electricity Substation Alliance. Alongside Arnold, Bryan Curtayne, who has been with Clancy since 2002, and Martin McGovern, known for his focus on the energy sector since 2010 and also an alum of Skanska, have been elevated to the executive board. These leaders are anticipated to play crucial roles in advancing the company’s strategic goals.
In a rather unique career progression, James Hammond has been appointed as the regional technical manager for Vistry Thames Valley. His architectural journey began at an early age, profoundly influenced by the proximity of Salisbury Cathedral to his school. Hammond’s professional trajectory from Bovis Homes to Vistry highlights a commitment to innovation and excellence in building design and technology. His appointment is expected to infuse fresh perspectives into the organisation.
In a strategic move, Anwyl has appointed Tom Grundy as the managing director for Cheshire and North Wales. Grundy, whose leadership style is shaped by his background as a professional rugby league player for teams like Warrington, Leigh Leopards, and Swinton Lions, previously served as commercial director for Anwyl Lancashire before taking on this role. His familial ties to the construction industry, rooted in his father’s small building enterprise, offer a unique blend of experience that is likely to steer Anwyl towards a promising future.
Project management firm Bankfoot APAM has strategically recruited Sam Crusz as the project director. Crusz’s vast experience in client-side consultancy across multiple regions, including the UK, New Zealand, and the US, positions her as a valuable asset to the company’s operational targets.
Speller Metcalfe sees a pivotal transition with the retirement announcement of its co-founder Andy Metcalfe. Founded in 1995 alongside Steve Speller, who retired in 2022, the family-run enterprise has grown significantly with an annual turnover now standing at £150m. As Andy steps down, his son James, named managing director in 2022, is expected to continue his father’s legacy, ensuring the company remains robust and forward-thinking. James Metcalfe remarked on his father’s retirement: “While he will be missed by many, we are delighted that he can realise his retirement ambitions with the confidence that he is leaving the company in the good hands of our staff and great shape for the future.”
These strategic appointments and transitions signal a dynamic shift in the construction and infrastructure sectors, heralding new opportunities and continued growth.
