Civic Plus, a consulting engineer firm in Manchester, has launched a new branch called Civic Heritage, focusing on archaeology and heritage consultancy.
- Civic Heritage will be led by Ollie Cook and Katie Fletcher, former directors at Salford Archaeology, operating under the University of Salford.
- This expansion aligns with Civic’s ongoing strategy to diversify its service offerings, following its restructure in 2022.
- The new division will focus on supporting various UK developments, aiming for sustainable and reflective urban planning.
- Civic Heritage will leverage the expertise of its directors to foster sustainable development and collaboration across the UK.
Civic Plus, a well-established consulting engineer company in Manchester, has taken a significant step by unveiling its new specialised division, Civic Heritage. This newly formed branch will focus on archaeology and heritage consultancy, broadening Civic Plus’s scope of influence within the construction and development sectors.
The leadership of Civic Heritage will comprise Ollie Cook and Katie Fletcher, both possessing substantial experience in archaeological consultancy. They previously directed operations at Salford Archaeology, a division of the University of Salford, which solidifies their credentials in the field. Their leadership is expected to drive Civic Heritage towards delivering commercial and community-led archaeological services that are pivotal in today’s environmentally conscious development landscape.
This strategic expansion aligns with Civic’s broader restructuring initiative that commenced in 2022, which saw the establishment of Civic Plus Limited as a parent entity encompassing various specialised divisions. With the creation of Civic Heritage, Civic Plus now boasts a comprehensive range of services, following the earlier setup of Civic Earth, a geotechnical consultancy.
Civic Heritage aims to support a variety of development projects across the United Kingdom, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use undertakings. Their work will emphasise the integration of heritage understanding within the planning and development processes, ensuring that any transformations within urban environments are sustainably reflective of their historical contexts.
Ollie Cook has emphasised the importance of incorporating heritage insights into urban development as a core component of creating resilient environments. He noted, “Understanding the heritage and environmental make-up of our natural and urban landscapes is key to sustainable development.” His sentiments are echoed by Stephen O’Malley, the chief executive of Civic, who reiterated Civic’s dedication to environmental impact and community wellbeing.
Civic Heritage’s launch marks a significant step in enhancing Civic Plus’s comprehensive service portfolio in consultancy.
