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I’m excited to welcome you all to our inaugural Icon Awards on Wednesday 25 September, at the spectacular V&A Museum, in South Kensington. Amidst the splendour and craft of this world-renowned museum, specially invited customers and guests, Balfour Beatty colleagues from across the UK, US and Hong Kong, the Executive Committee and Board members will come together to celebrate our brilliant achievements – the incredible projects that have changed communities, advanced our sector and built our first-class reputation, and the virtuoso performances that have made it happen. Our very first Icon Awards promises to be a wonderful evening – I look forward to seeing you all there. Leo Quinn Group Chief Executive, Balfour Beatty
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Wednesday 25 September will be an important milestone in our 115-year history, when we will gather at the internationally acclaimed V&A Museum in London for our inaugural Icon Awards.
You will be joining over 350 colleagues from across the UK, US and Gammon including members of our Board and the Executive Committee and specially invited customers and guests, to celebrate the very best of Balfour Beatty. Surrounded by the V&A’s world-class collection, we’ll reveal our ultimate Balfour Beatty Icons, honouring the unwavering commitment, impeccable support, and feats of engineering that have powered our industry forward and made us the company we are today. I look forward to welcoming you on the night. Leo Quinn Group Chief Executive, Balfour Beatty
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Welcome to the Balfour Beatty Icon Awards 2024!
On Wednesday 25 September, under the gaze of the magnificent Raphael paintings of the London V&A Museum and the sparkle of the stage lights, we came together to be part of something special – our inaugural Icon Awards. Together, we paint skylines, build incredible infrastructure, and shape communities. But just as important as what we deliver, is how we deliver; something that is driven by our culture, underpinned by our behaviours. Our Icon Awards brought together almost 400 colleagues from the UK, US and Hong Kong, to celebrate the very best of Balfour Beatty. It was a remarkable evening, and a wonderful reminder of the company we are today, an endorsement of our leading place in the industry, the strength of our brand and the power of our culture. With over 1700 nominations submitted for the Icon Awards, it took over 200 expert colleagues across multiple judging panels, to agree our finalists and decide our eventual winners. Each winner has achieved something very special, and I hope you will join me in congratulating them. They are our 2024 Balfour Beatty Icons. Leo Quinn Group Chief Executive, Balfour Beatty
Date: Wednesday 25 September 2024 Time: 19:00 – 00:30 Location: V&A Museum, Exhibition Road, London, SW7 2RL Museum entrance: Exhibition Road Dress code: Semi-formal There’s no need for black tie or full-length gowns, unless you want to! For ease we've created some further information.
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Accommodation
If you requested accommodation for the night of 25 September, then you should have received a confirmation email from iconawards@balfourbeatty.com. If you have not received your confirmation, please request a copy from the Icons team.
Running order: 19:00 Drinks reception 19:45 Dinner and awards ceremony (See opposite) 22.30 Award ceremony closes 22.30 Entertainment 00:00 Bar closes 00.30 Carriages
First set of awards Right First Time Zero Harm Building New Futures Pioneering Engineering Walk the Talk Digital Dynamo
Second set of awards Rising Star MyC Kudos Talk Positively Collaborate Relentlessly Encourage Constantly Third set of awards Make a Difference Value Everyone Dream Team Diamond The ‘Quinn-tessential’
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Below you will find your table number for the evening – simply select the letter of your first name and then scroll down. Take the opportunity to find out who else is attending so you can catch up with colleagues and build new connections! Click here to download an offline copy of the table plan and see who else will be joining you at your table.
Our Finalists
From 1,700 nominations, our impressive finalists from the UK, US and Hong Kong, were selected by our Group judges. Click on each category to find out who our 2024 Icon Award finalists were.
Building New Futures
Digital Dynamo Award
Dream Team Award
My Contribution Kudos Award
Pioneering Engineering Award
Right First Time Award
Rising Star Award
Walk the Talk Award
Zero Harm Award
Collaborate Relentlessly Award
Encourage Constantly Award
Make a Difference Award
Talk Positively Award
Value Everyone Award
The Diamond Award
The ‘Quinn-tessential’ Award
Building New Futures Award
Category description We want to build a better future for everyone, so this award is for a team or individual who play a key role in making us a more sustainable business. We’re looking for chief fundraisers, community supporters, waste warriors, carbon cutters and environmental champions that work tirelessly to help us leave a positive legacy. Finalists
Category description This award is for an individual who embraces technology to redefine how we do business. A dynamic game-changer who is driving the adoption of tools across our projects, solving problems with a digital-first mindset, or integrating our approach with customers and supply chain partners to deliver operational excellence. Finalists
Category description This award is for a team who encompasses everything we expect at Balfour Beatty. A team who constantly do the right thing and work together to be collaborative, inclusive, safe, sustainable, customer focused, innovative – who’ve gone that extra mile and delivered something amazing! Finalists
Harkers Island Bridge Replacement Team Pete Distefano, Mike Ewell, Will Janning, Alex Tejero, Benjamin Sasser, Michael McDermitt, Jacob Wilcox and Greg Wilkerson - US Civils
Balfour Beatty VINCI Communications Team Rob Miatt, Helen Hill, Clare Wynne, Kate Gillanders, Paul Cooper, Shaun Irving and David Lavender – HS2 Major Projects
Gender Affinity Network Jo Dryden, Nota Nikolakopoulou, Jenny Allen, James Vizard – Cross business
Harkers Island Bridge Replacement Team Pete Distefano, Mike Ewell, Will Janning, Alex Tejero, Benjamin Sasser, Michael McDermott, Jacob Wilcox and Greg Wilkerson – US Civils
Category description The award that celebrates My Contribution excellence! This award recognises an individual who has revolutionised our ways of working by delivering an ingenious idea that drives our values and showcases remarkable teamwork, transformative solutions, and significant benefits. Finalists
Matt Twiss Senior Project Manager, HS2 Major Projects
Louise Adamson Financial Controls Manager, US Buildings
Mike Andrews Planning Manager, Rail
Brad Whitson Assurance Manager, US Communities
George McArthur Concrete Technical Manager, HS2 Major Projects
Tom Fisher Site Engineer, Regional Civils
Ann So Senior Environmental Engineer, Gammon
Kyle Frandsen Vice President, Operations, US Buildings
Materials Engineering Team Tim Beeson, Joe Boyce, Roseanna Bentley, Neil Scott, Paul Moy, Eleanor Beswick, Mariusz Oppermann, Peter Alford, Steve Phipps, Graham Booker, and John Ferguson, our unique, brilliant, and deeply missed colleague, who sadly passed away earlier this year – Major Projects
Category description Breaking traditions and finding the best engineering solutions is key to this award. This award is for a team or individual who create new boundaries by designing out risk, moving us into more modern ways of working and changing the industry for the better. Finalists
Hong Kong International Airport APM/BHS Tunnel Team Kimberly Leung, Oscar Tse and Gavin Toah –Gammon
ElecLink Engineering Team David Cheale, David Matthewman, Phil Attwell, Peter Johnson, Mike Vaz, Subhadeep Das, James Piesse, Oliver Scholey, Beth Gossling, Okan Okumus and Vinay Tanwar – Rail, Power T&D and Asset & Technology Solutions
Marston Box Slide Team Sasan Ghavami, Neil Kennard and John Gill – HS2 Major Projects
Category description Doing the job right first time, every time is the criteria for this award. This award is for an individual who constantly delivers with quality at the forefront of their mind and/or seeks improvements to ensure we avoid costly re-work and deliver on our commitments. Finalists
Frank O'Hare Construction Manager, HS2 Major Projects
Kory Ray Senior Superintendent, US Buildings
Neil Coultas Works Manager, Highways
Rising Star
Category description This award recognises an individual who will go on to achieve great things and is new to the world of work or is within their first four years of a new career. They own their development path, are not afraid to challenge, and listens and learns from others to expand their own knowledge and experiences. Their future is bright! Finalists
Ilona Pak Project Engineer, Gammon
Megan Jones Senior Proposals Manager, Major Projects
Tulsi Patel Supply Chain Manager, HS2 Major Projects
Walk the Talk
Category description There is more to 'doing the right thing' than just words and complying with the law. This award is to celebrate a colleague who always acts with integrity, treats everyone fairly, speaks up when things aren't right and helps us to make sure our business is worthy of the trust others place in us. Finalists
Lisa McAteer Regional Social Impact Manager, Sustainability
Nelson Romero Structure Superintendent, US Civils
Julia Buckland Head of Benchmarking, Major Projects and Highways
Category description Nothing is more important to us than ensuring everyone returns home safely every day. So, this award recognises those who put health and safety at the heart of everything they do; challenging the norm, driving empowerment, and taking action to eliminate risks and protect the mental and physical health of our people. Finalists
Ho Man Tin Package 2 Building Team Alan Mo, Marco Chan, Andy Lit, Lam Kai Lun, Tam Ka Hing, Leung Pui Wah, Andy Lee, Clara Li and Jason Cheung – Gammon
John Baradin SHE Director, US Buildings
Nick Boyle Technical Director, Major Projects
Collaborate Relentlessly
Category description This award is for an individual who champions collaboration to create high performing teams. Finalists
David Lavender Media & PR Manager, HS2 Major Projects
Allyson Schutzler Senior Project Engineer, US Buildings
Pippa Jordan Ecology Technical Specialist, Highways
Category description This award is for an individual who creates an environment that is supportive, empowering, motivating, and inspiring for others. Finalists
Cheryl Sutton Regional Operations Director, US Communities
John McAllister General Foreman, Regional Scotland
Chris Hornsey Operations Manager, Balfour Beatty Living Places
Category description This award is for an individual that makes every day count and makes our business better. Finalists
Sarfraz Mohamed Maintenance Technician, US Communities
Andrew Maddock Site Agent, Regional Civils
Jen Rounding-Brewin Assistant Business Manager, Asset & Technology Solutions
Category description This award is for an individual who talks with pride and enthusiasm about our business, our colleagues, our industry, and our future. Finalists
Charlie Pellant IT Service Desk Analyst, IT
Summer Boron Vice President, US Buildings
Paul Boardman Project Manager, Regional Civils
Category description This award is for an individual who celebrates difference and enables others to thrive regardless of their identity or background. Finalists
Patti King Assurance Manager, US Communities
Michelle Reiner Vice President Operations, US Buildings
Rory McFadden Project Director, Regional Scotland
The 'Quinn-tessential' Award
Category description The big one, the unicorn, the crème de le crème. The winner of this award will be chosen by Leo Quinn, our Group Chief Executive. It will be for a team or an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to our business. No more words needed – it’s for the best of the best. Finalists
The Hinkley Marine Project Roger Frost, Gareth Harris, John Selby, Llion Evans, Luke Cooke, Rob Jewell, Tiago Rodrigues, James Rolland and Louise Redman – Major Projects
Iain Smith New Business & Strategy Director, Power T&D
Jo Dryden Area Director, Balfour Beatty Living Places
Jo Gilroy Group Director of Sustainability
Keith McCoy Senior Vice President, US Buildings & Civils
Kelly Pharriss Vice President, US Civils West
Nicola Clarkson Quality & Risk Manager, Asset & Technology Solutions
Steve O'Sullivan Project Director, HS2 Major Projects
Kennedy Cheung Director, Gammon
Category description Long careers in our industry deserve special recognition. So, this award is to celebrate a colleague who has dedicated many years to Balfour Beatty or the wider industry. Someone who has been a key contributor to the company’s success, a font of all knowledge who teaches the next generation of experts, a real diamond in our business and who quite frankly should have a star on Hollywood Boulevard! Finalists Balfour Beatty Investments (UK & US) Enabling Functions and Asset & Technology Solutions Gammon HS2 Major Projects Transport, Energy and Power Major Projects UK Construction Services US (Buildings, Civils and Shared Services)
Ged Hewitt Head of Procurement – Work Winning & Pre-Contract Support
Kennedy Cheung Director
Diane Champion Quality, Construction Assurance and Handover Manager
Katie Ashton Customer & Communications Manager
Anita Eyre HS&W Projects Manager
Phil Cook IT Security Manager
Paul Black Head of Site Support
Eric Renfrew Business Development & Strategy Director
Gordon Dinning Head of Business Development & Pre-Construction – Scotland
Kevin Webber Commercial Services Manager
Lee Bagnall Senior Construction Manager
Steve Everest Operations Manager
James (Jimmy) Brown Construction Lead
Jane Richards Quality Advisor
Bernie Van Hoek Senior Project Manager
Allan Leishman Site Support Manager
Sam Moses General Superintendent
Brian Cahill President
Simon Rooke Investment Director
Balfour Beatty Investments (UK & US)
Enabling Functions and Asset & Technology Solutions
Gammon
HS2 Major Projects
Transport, Energy and Power Major Projects
US (Buildings, Civils and Shared Services)
UK Construction Services
Our expertly curated menu showcases the finest seasonal ingredients, crafted to delight your senses. From creative canapés to delectable mains and decadent desserts, the following set menu has been curated to cater for all dietary preferences, allergies, and intolerances as provided in your registration form. Below, you’ll find the full set menu for the evening:
CANAPÉS
VEGAN FETA BRIOCHE TOAST – Served Cold VG Vegan Feta Brioche Toast, Scorched Vegetables, Alyssum Flower SOUTH DOWNS HONEY – Served Cold V Truffled Cornish Goat's Curd, Petworth Sourdough, Scented Thyme ENGLISH WAGYU SLIDER – Served Hot English Wagyu Slider, IPA Pickles, Swiss Cheese, Brioche
STARTER
BRAISED BEEF RAVIOLI Parmesan Velouté, Twineham Grange Cheese, Pickled Shallots, Mizuna VEGETARIAN BURRATA & HONEY Creamy Burrata, Garden Peas, Pickled Courgette, South Downs Honey, Basil Oil, Marigold VEGAN NUTBOURNE TOMATOES Garden Pea, Pickled Courgette, Basil Oil, Marigold
VEGAN NUTBOURNE TOMATOES Garden Peas, Pickled Courgette, Basil Oil, Marigold
MAIN COURSE
ROAST SADDLE OF LAMB Slow-Cooked Shepherd's Pie, Pea Purée, Buttered Asparagus, Heritage Carrot, Pea Shoots, Red Wine Jus VEGETARIAN HANDMADE POTATO GNOCCHI Summer Greens, King Oyster Mushrooms, Isle of Wight Black Garlic Crumble, Twineham Grange Cheese, Truffle Oil
LEMON MERINGUE TART Scented Thyme, Leaf Tuille, Mascarpone, Lemon Balm
DESSERT
VEGAN LEMON MERINGUE TART Scented Thyme, Lemon Balm
DRINKS
Spirits Vodka Gin Tequila Rum Whiskey SOFT DRINKS/MIXERS Coke Coke Zero Lemonade Tonic Light Tonic Soda Orange Juice Apple Juice
BBQ LAMB CANNON – Served Hot BBQ Lamb Cannon, Garden Peas, Rosemary, Smoked Salt CHIP SHOP CURRY CROQUETTE – Served Hot Chip Shop Curry Croquette, Monkfish, English Pea, Malt Vinegar Powder
VEGAN HANDMADE POTATO GNOCCHI Summer Greens, King Oyster Mushrooms, Isle of Wight Black Garlic Crumble, Truffle Oil
Please note, as part of the V&A policy, wine will be served throughout the evening by a member of the waiting team. If wine isn’t your drink of choice, please feel free to order from the waiting team any of the following drinks to your table. Wine Prosecco Bel Canto, Italy Reserve Saint Marc Grenache Blanc, France Cette Nuit Merlot, France BEER Peroni Peroni Gluten Free Peroni 0.0%
Please note, as part of the V&A policy, wine will be served throughout the evening by a member of the waiting team. If wine isn’t your drink of choice, please feel free to order from the waiting team any of the following drinks to your table. Wine Prosecco Bel Canto, Italy Reserve Saint Marc Grenache Blanc, France Cette Nuit Merlot, France BEER Peroni Peroni Gluten Free Peroni 0.0% Spirits Vodka Gin Tequila Rum Whiskey SOFT DRINKS/MIXERS Coke Coke Zero Lemonade Tonic Light Tonic Soda Orange Juice Apple Juice
Please drink responsibly.
Philippa Spence Managing Director Global Division, Ramboll
Jo Gilroy Group Director of Sustainability, Balfour Beatty
Andrew McNaughton Executive Director, Atomic Weapons Establishment
Dream Team
Stephen Tarr Chief Executive Officer, Transport, Energy & Power Major Projects, Balfour Beatty
Shaun Davies MP Member of Parliament for Telford
Right First Time
Steve Helliwell Interim Chief Executive Officer, UK Construction Services, Balfour Beatty
Nigel Cann Managing Director, Sizewell C
Tracey Wood Group General Counsel and Company Secretary, Balfour Beatty
Lord Hendy Lord Peter Hendy of Richmond Hill – Rail Minister
Zero Harm
Lee Hewitt UK Health, Safety & Wellbeing Director, Balfour Beatty
Nicola Bell MBE Executive Director, Major Projects at National Highways
Phil Clifton Managing Director, Highways, Balfour Beatty
Leo Quinn Group Chief Executive, Balfour Beatty
The Diamond
Paul Raby Human Resources Director, Balfour Beatty
Louise Hardy Balfour Beatty Non-Executive Director
Make a Difference
Gavin Russell Chief Executive Officer – Infrastructure Investments, Balfour Beatty
Alistair Phillips-Davies CBE Chief Executive Officer, SSE
Pioneering Engineering
Nigel Russell Chief Executive Officer, HS2 Major Projects, Balfour Beatty
Eric Stenman Chief Executive Officer, Balfour Beatty US Buildings & Civils
My Contribution Kudos
Melanie Page Head of Group Innovation Programmes, Balfour Beatty
Sir John Armitt Chair of the National Infrastructure Commission of United Kingdom
Kevin O’Brien Chief Executive, Gammon
Richard Robinson President, UK & Ireland, AtkinsRéalis
Talk Positively
Gabby Costigan MBE Balfour Beatty Non-Executive Director
Clare Barclay Microsoft CEO, UK
Digital Dynamo
Jon Ozanne Chief Information Officer, Balfour Beatty
Mark Robinson Group CEO, SCAPE
Encourage Constantly
Evan Sutherland Chief Procurement Officer, Balfour Beatty
The Quinn-tessential
Carl Trowell President, UK Strategic Infrastructure, National Grid
Value Everyone
Phil Harrison Chief Financial Officer, Balfour Beatty
Phillipa Spence Managing Director Global Division, Ramboll As head of the Environment and Health Division, Philippa oversees the largest and most profitable market for Ramboll, the Global engineering, design and sustainability consultancy. An industry leader in sustainability, Philippa is a passionate advocate for the environment and also chairs the UK’s Environment Industries Commission (EIC).
Andrew McNaughton Executive Director, Atomic Weapons Establishment Andrew has 40 years’ experience within the infrastructure sector in the UK and overseas, including as Chief Executive of Balfour Beatty. After joining AWE as a Non-Executive Director in 2021, Andrew accepted the position of Executive Director, Capital Programme in early 2023. During his career, he has been responsible for the delivery of many of the country’s major projects including High Speed One, London 2012 Olympics and Heathrow Terminal 5.
Shaun Davies MP Shaun Davies was elected in 2024 as Labour MP for Telford. Prior to his election to Parliament, Shaun held local government leadership roles, including for Telford and Wrekin Council where he was appointed to the cabinet to lead the transformation of the council. Balfour Beatty Living Places were awarded the highways maintenance contract for Telford and Wrekin Council in 2018.
Nigel Cann Managing Director, Sizewell C Nigel has worked in the nuclear industry for 43 years with a uniquely diverse experience in engineering, operations and large-scale project management. He was Station Director at Hinkley Point B (HPB) leading the HPB plant recovery and life extension projects before becoming Hinkley Point C‘s Delivery Director, a project we have been working on since 2015. Balfour Beatty is currently undertaking enabling works and has early contractor involvement at Sizewell C.
Stuart Doughty CMG Former Balfour Beatty Non-Executive Director Stuart Doughty was appointed Balfour Beatty Non-Executive Director in April 2015 and held the role for nine years. Stuart made a significant contribution to Balfour Beatty during his time as Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Safety & Sustainability Committee. Under his stewardship, the Company made significant improvements to its health and safety performance and in advancing its sustainability endeavours. Stuarts wealth of civil engineering, construction and infrastructure industry experience includes holding other roles such as Chief Executive of Engineering at Costain plc, and an Executive Director of Welsh multi-utility company Hyder plc.
Nicola Bell MBE Executive Director, Major Projects at National Highways Nicola was appointed as Executive Director for Major Projects in 2022 and has been leading National Highways’ delivery programme. She was previously Director of Operations in National Highways’ South East region. Balfour Beatty are currently delivering multiple projects for National Highways, including the A63 Castle Street scheme and Junction 10 of the M25.
Louise Hardy Balfour Beatty Non-Executive Director Louise was appointed a Balfour Beatty Non-Executive Director in April 2022 and is engagement lead for the Board. A Civil Engineer, Louise has held a range of senior roles at London Underground, Bechtel and Laing O’Rourke and as Infrastructure Director responsible for the portfolio of projects for the London 2012 Olympic Games. She has held non-executive roles in the public sector and FTSE 250 and is also a keen volunteer within the Institution of Civil Engineers as a STEM Ambassador and Diversity Champion.
Leo Quinn Group Chief Executive, Balfour Beatty Leo Quinn was appointed to the Board of Balfour Beatty as Group Chief Executive in January 2015, returning to the company where he started his career as a civil engineer. He was educated at Portsmouth University and Imperial College, London. Leo joined the Group following five years as Group Chief Executive of QinetiQ Group plc and five years as CEO of De La Rue plc. He led both companies through successful transformations which restored each business to strength and created over £1 billion of value in each case. A passionate believer in skills training, Leo founded The 5% Club which encourages companies to invest in the next generation and address the national skills shortage. It's members aspire to build a workforce where at least 5% of employees are either apprentices, sponsored students or graduates in formal training programmes.
Alistair Phillips-Davies CBE Chief Executive Officer, SSE Alistair has held multiple roles in his 25 years’ experience with the SSE Group and was appointed Chief Executive in 2013. In addition to his role at SSE, he is also a member of the Energy Institute and a Non-Executive Director with Anglian Water. A customer for many years, Balfour Beatty were recently awarded the contract to construct three new substations in Argyll, Scotland, on behalf of SSEN Transmission. In the 2024 King's Birthday Honours, he was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE).
MyC Kudos
Eric Stenman Chief Executive Officer, Balfour Beatty US Buildings & Civils Eric was appointed Chief Executive Officer, US Buildings & Civils in 2023 and is responsible for our US Buildings & Civils portfolio. Eric joined Balfour Beatty in 2008. Prior to his appointment as Chief Executive Officer, US Buildings & Civils, he held a number of senior operational roles most recently as President of Balfour Beatty US where he supported operations across the Building & Civils portfolio as well as overseeing our US-wide shared services.
Sir John Armitt Chair of the National Infrastructure Commission of United Kingdom Sir John Armitt is an English civil engineer, and current chairman of the UK's National Infrastructure Commission (NIC), which provides the Government with impartial, expert advice on major long-term infrastructure challenges. A renowned industry leader, former Chief Executive of Union Railways, Costain Group, Railtrack and Network Rail, from 2007 John was chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority, the body which successfully built the venues, facilities and infrastructure for the 2012 Olympic Games.
Clare Barclay Microsoft CEO, UK Clare is Chief Executive Officer of Microsoft UK, our leading partner in the digitisation of our operational sites. Clare is responsible for all of Microsoft's product and service offerings in the UK and for supporting the success of commercial customers and partners. With nearly three decades in the IT industry, she has a deep passion for diversity and inclusion and for helping young people succeed in their tech careers.
Richard Robinson President, UK and Ireland, AtkinsRéalis Richard is President, UK and Ireland, of AtkinsRéalis. Richard has over 25 years’ experience in senior leadership positions in heavy industry and engineering, overseeing transformational levels of business growth throughout his career. He is passionate about leading change across the industry, recognising the need to improve performance through data and technology and striving for greater collaboration. AtkinsRéalis are one of Balfour Beatty’s three pre-appointed design consultants, for the Strategic Design Partnership.
Mark Robinson Group CEO, SCAPE Mark's leadership has taken SCAPE from a small design and procurement company, to a nationally recognised and market leading organisation for the public sector. Since 2009, he has worked closely with some of the biggest construction companies in the UK – including Balfour Beatty – and leading industry bodies to help improve the built environment across the public estate.
Carl Trowell President, UK Strategic Infrastructure, National Grid Carl joined National Grid in February 2023 as President, UK Strategic Infrastructure, and has over 25 years of experience in the services, engineering, and project management sectors of the energy industry, as well as executive experience in running complex technical organisations. Balfour Beatty have been working with National Grid for over 100 years, with current projects including London Power Tunnels 2, Little Horsted Substation and National Grid’s Visual Impact Provision (VIP) project.
Jo Gilroy Group Director of Sustainability, Balfour Beatty Jo Gilroy is a highly accomplished sustainability professional with a wealth of experience in the corporate sector. With an international background that spans SAB Miller in India, IKEA in Sweden, and the mining sector in Australia and New Zealand, Jo brings a global perspective to her work. Jo's dedication and outstanding contributions to the field have earned her well-deserved recognition throughout the years, including most recently when she was 'Highly Commended' at the prestigious 2021 Business Green Sustainability Leaders Awards.
Stephen Tarr Chief Executive Officer, Transport, Energy & Power Major Projects, Balfour Beatty A chartered civil engineer, Stephen first joined the Balfour Beatty Group in 1981 as a graduate engineer. His responsibilities span an extensive portfolio of major infrastructure projects. These include nuclear new build and grid connection at Hinkley, nuclear decommissioning at Sellafield, as well as highways and rail schemes across the UK. Within the National Highways Roads Investment Strategy, Stephen also oversees the operation and maintenance of the M25 and projects.
Steve Helliwell Interim Chief Executive Officer, UK Construction Services, Balfour Beatty Steve Helliwell was appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer for UK Construction Services in January 2024, and has been Managing Director of Balfour Beatty Living Places since 2017. With an extensive career in civil engineering and infrastructure development spanning 38 years, Steve is known for his commitment to excellence, innovation and championing diversity and inclusion.
Tracey Wood Group General Counsel and Company Secretary, Balfour Beatty Tracey was appointed Group General Counsel and Company Secretary in September 2020 and is responsible for our Legal and Business Integrity teams and Company Secretariat. Tracey has nearly 30 years’ experience in commercial and construction law. Prior to joining Balfour Beatty, she was General Counsel and Company Secretary at Costain. Before Costain, Tracey worked for the legal firm Hammonds, as an Associate and then Partner.
Lee Hewitt UK Health, Safety & Wellbeing Director, Balfour Beatty Lee joined Balfour Beatty in 2017, undertaking senior operational leadership roles before becoming UK Health, Safety and Wellbeing Director in 2022. Lee’s career has taken many paths including 25 years with National Grid in the UK and US, Procurement Director for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, and establishing a Capital Supply Chain for Gatwick Airport.
Phil Clifton Managing Director, Highways, Balfour Beatty Phil graduated in Civil and Structural Engineering from Nottingham Trent University. From there he joined Balfour Beatty and developed his managerial and then leadership skills. Phil has led complex major civil engineering projects including the construction of the tunnels at Hindhead on the A3 and is now responsible for Balfour Beatty's Highways business leading a workforce of over 2,000 people, as well as overseeing the energy portfolio and being a member of the Board of Directors for the Thames Tideway Tunnel project.
Gavin Russell Chief Executive Officer – Infrastructure Investments, Balfour Beatty Gavin was appointed Chief Executive Officer – Infrastructure Investments in January 2022 and is responsible for the company’s £1.1 billion Infrastructure Investments portfolio across the UK and US. Since joining Balfour Beatty in 2014, Gavin has held a number of strategic roles, most recently as Finance Director of Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects, Highways and Investments businesses. Previously, he was the Group Financial Controller.
Paul Raby Human Resources Director, Balfour Beatty Paul was appointed Human Resources Director in 2005, having joined the Group in 1996, and is responsible for ensuring that the people, practices, and leadership development throughout the Group are aligned and support the achievement of the business strategy. An essential element of Paul's role is to ensure the business recruits and retains sufficient talented people to achieve the business strategy together with equipping the current workforce with the skills to develop both professionally and personally.
Nigel Russell Chief Executive Officer, HS2 Major Projects, Balfour Beatty Nigel is responsible for the delivery of Balfour Beatty VINCI’s HS2 Area North contracts, as well as the HS2 Old Oak Common station project. Nigel joined Balfour Beatty in 1981 as a Graduate Engineer on the M25 Yeovney to Poyle project. He has since directed several high profile and complex multidisciplinary transport projects in the road and rail sectors including the M1/A1 DBFO contract, the London Underground PPP, Crossrail, the West Coast Mainline upgrade and the M25 Connect Plus DBFO.
Melanie Page Head of Group Innovation Programmes, Balfour Beatty Mel is responsible for leading Balfour Beatty's internal innovation program, My Contribution, which empowers employees to share their ideas and deliver solutions for positive change and bottom-line improvements. Mel joined the company in 2007 and has held senior roles in IT and communications. Passionate about people, technology and change, Mel has a broad and diverse background in work winning, digital transformation, and project and program delivery gained over 25 years in the construction industry.
Kevin O’Brien Chief Executive, Gammon Kevin joined Balfour Beatty, a shareholder of Gammon, in Hong Kong in 1996 and moved to Gammon in 2004 where he held a number of senior roles. Kevin was then appointed Chief Executive of The Jardine Engineering Corporation in 2018 where he was responsible for all businesses across Asia. He re-joined Gammon as the Chief Executive in 2021. Kevin has over 30 years’ extensive management experience in the construction and engineering industry covering both the private and public sectors.
Jon Ozanne Chief Information Officer, Balfour Beatty Jon Ozanne is the Chief Information Officer at Balfour Beatty, overseeing IT, cybersecurity, and digital initiatives across the Group. Since joining in 2015, he has transformed the IT function into a key driver of digital transformation. With a background as an IT Director at Qinetiq Plc, Jon focuses on technology-driven culture change and productivity. He leads efforts in AI adoption and cybersecurity to ensure Balfour Beatty stays at the forefront of innovation.
Gabby Costigan MBE Balfour Beatty Non-Executive Director Gabby is an Aeronautical Engineer with a diverse international career including 21 years in the Australian Army. She was previously Chief Executive Officer of the logistics business, Linfox International Group. In 2017, she joined BAE Systems plc as Chief Executive Officer of BAE Systems Australia before being promoted to her current role of Group Managing Director, Business Development and a member of the Executive Committee.
Evan Sutherland Chief Procurement Officer, Balfour Beatty Since joining the company in 2015 as UK Procurement Director, Evan has led a successful transformation of the procurement function. He now coordinates Group-wide initiatives, as Chief Procurement Officer, to ensure best practices that add measurable value. His role includes managing all third-party spend, systems, and processes, driving efficiency and value across the organisation.
Phil Harrison Chief Financial Officer, Balfour Beatty Phil joined Balfour Beatty as Chief Financial Officer in June 2015. He was previously Group Finance Director at Hogg Robinson Group plc. Prior to that, he was the Group Finance Director at VT Group plc. Phil served as VP Finance at Hewlett-Packard Europe, Middle East and Africa region and was a member of the EMEA board. His earlier career included senior international finance roles at Compaq, Rank Xerox and Texas Instruments.
Martine Croxall Host Martine is a BBC TV and radio presenter and journalist. Following Martine’s successful hosting duties at Balfour Beatty’s 2022 Permission for Ambition leadership conference, we are delighted she joined us again to host the Icon Awards.
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Jo Gilroy Group Director of Sustainability Jo Gilroy is a highly accomplished sustainability professional with a wealth of experience in the corporate sector. With an international background that spans SAB Miller in India, IKEA in Sweden, and the mining sector in Australia and New Zealand, Jo brings a global perspective to her work. Jo's dedication and outstanding contributions to the field have earned her well-deserved recognition throughout the years, including most recently when she was 'Highly Commended' at the prestigious 2021 Business Green Sustainability Leaders Awards.
Stuart Doughty CMG Former Balfour Beatty Non-Executive Director
Stuart Doughty xxxxx Stuart Doughty was appointed Balfour Beatty Non-Executive Director in April 2015 and held the role for nine years. Stuart made a significant contribution to Balfour Beatty during his time as Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Safety & Sustainability Committee. Under his stewardship, the Company made significant improvements to its health and safety performance and in advancing its sustainability endeavours. Stuarts wealth of civil engineering, construction and infrastructure industry experience includes holding other roles such as chief executive of engineering at Costain plc, and an executive director of Welsh multi-utility company Hyder plc.
Kyle Frandsen Vice President Operations, US Buildings Kyle has passionately led on the ‘Green Apple Day of Service’ for 11 years – an initiative by the United States Green Building Council that brings volunteers together to host local service projects that make schools healthier and more sustainable. The impact that Kyle has brought to the business and our client’s communities through his work on this sustainability project are laudable. It is spectacular that Kyle’s efforts have not only inspired Balfour Beatty but have also inspired California’s Encinitas Union School District to carry the sustainability torch with amazing results – a true example of leaving a positive legacy.
Building New Futures Winner
George McArthur Concrete Technical Manager, HS2 Area North George has demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in revolutionising fresh concrete quality control through the implementation of in-transit digital monitoring. His initiative has not only eliminated the need for manual testing at concrete pours, but also significantly reduced costs and improved efficiency across a large-scale project.
Digital Dynamo Winner
Harkers Island Bridge Replacement team US Civils Team members: Pete Distefano, Mike Ewell, Will Janning, Michael McDermott The Harkers Island team went more than the extra mile to deliver the project a year early. They partnered with the client to work through issues at world record speed to expedite the delivery of the project while making sure all work was delivered safely. The team also used new innovations and products to provide the client with a better and more durable product. They were the first in the US to use carbon strand reinforcing and fiberglass bars in place of steel rebar – a lightweight and strong material to use for structural strengthening and repairs. This alone will be a legacy for Balfour Beatty.
Dream Team Winner
Matt Twiss Senior Project Manager, HS2 Area North The implementation of Measurable Energy’s smart sockets across HS2 Area North’s operations represents a new approach to energy management. And this is all thanks to Matt’s brilliant idea to leverage machine learning technology to reduce energy waste and phantom load by automatically adjusting the power supply based on real-time usage data. The smart sockets identify idle devices and disconnect power, preventing unnecessary energy consumption on the new intercity railway project. The idea not only supports our sustainability goals through reducing carbon emissions but also aligns with our commitment to innovative, tech-driven solutions, all whist saving money in the process.
My Contribution Kudos Winner
Marston Box Slide team HS2 Area North Team members: Sasan Ghavami, Neil Kennard and John Gill In a huge feat of engineering last year, our HS2 team delivered the world’s longest box slide to move Marston Box railway bridge into place over the M42. Built using the Autoripage method – enabling the installation of a structure entirely prefabricated on a nearby base and sliding it to its final position – the Marston Box bridge slide reduced construction time from two years to six months and eliminated the need for piling, lowering the carbon footprint. The operation was developed through a collaboration between BBV, HS2, and National Highways, and was completed safely, moving the 12,600-tonne structure 186 meters in just 48 hours. The project showcased the effectiveness of integrated planning, BIM techniques, and modern construction methods in delivering complex infrastructure with minimal impact on road users.
Pioneering Engineering Winner
Frank O’Hare Construction Manager, HS2 Area North Frank is a dedicated leader who prioritises quality, ensuring projects are completed to the highest standard with his "check, check, and check again" philosophy. His meticulous attention to detail during preconstruction helps identify and correct even the smallest errors, preventing delays and ensuring first-time success. Frank’s leadership extends beyond project management; he mentors team members, apprentices, and summer placements, helping them develop their strengths and improve weaknesses. He fosters a blame-free environment where quality issues are openly addressed and drives continuous improvement by aligning initiatives with organisational goals, making his team more efficient and effective.
Right First Time Winner
Megan Jones Senior Proposals Manager, Major Projects Megan joined Balfour Beatty as a Graduate Proposals Writer and has developed significantly over a four-year period into the role of Bids and Proposals Manager following a COMAEA-led development plan. Her career progression has included chairing the prestigious Highways Leadership Shadow Team and completing the Aspiring Leadership Programme. She is now leading the technical submissions for Fusion STEP, a highly complex multi-billion-pound opportunity with our strategic partners! Her influence and impact beyond ‘the day job’ is outstanding.
Rising Star Winner
Julia Buckland Head of Benchmarking, Major Projects & Highways Alongside her role as Head of Benchmarking, Julia’s commitment to improving honesty, respect, fairness and responsibility has been the catalyst for cultural change in Balfour Beatty. As an intelligent technical specialist and engineer, Julia brings a unique perspective and approach, which allows her to offer logical, reasoned, and detailed insight to ethical issues. This experience, coupled with her extensive site-based and engineering background, allows her to provide a balanced, well-rounded perspective into the challenges faced both in an office and out on site. Julia empowers all around her to be innovators and drivers of positive social change through the work she does.
Walk the Talk Winner
Nick Boyle Technical Director, Major Projects Nick’s contribution to Zero Harm by driving innovation, improvement and H&S by design across Balfour Beatty Group and externally within the industry is massive. Since 2009, Nick has created, organised, promoted and hosted the Zero Harm Safety by Design & Engineering (SbDE) Forum. With 300+ presentations and 1000+ online attendees, colleagues of all levels, academia, and our supply chain are empowered to share improvements in health and safety. Nick created the Technical Expert Networks, empowering others to challenge and improve their areas of the business.
Zero Harm Winner
Pippa Jordan Ecology Technical Expert, Highways Pippa has played a crucial role in the M25 Junction 10 project. Her leadership and collaboration has ensured strict adherence to environmental legislation, balancing business and ecological needs. She has been instrumental in implementing the Ecological Inspection Permit process, coordinating with stakeholders and leading innovative initiatives. Pippa's dedication has been key to the project's success, managing complex ecological commitments, overseeing sensitive site clearance, and initiating habitat enhancement works. Her ability to collaborate, guide teams, and navigate challenges has made her an exemplary environmental professional, deserving recognition for her relentless commitment to the project’s environmental goals.
Collaborate Relentlessly Winner
Cheryl Sutton Regional Operations Director, US Communities When Cheryl took over five Air Force bases, they were the lowest funded, poorest performing, and recurringly challenged. There was a general mood that these bases wouldn’t be able to accomplish the same level of success as others. However, Cheryl dispelled that myth and her constant encouragement that a positive culture, great customer service, and operational success can exist regardless of the age of an asset or funding.
Encourage Constantly Winner
Jen Rounding-Brewin Assistant Business Manager, Asset & Technology Solutions Jen has been supporting ATS with their Right to Respect roll out across the business – her input, time, and effort has been invaluable. She has also been pivotal in leading monthly support calls for line managers, which includes pulling together a pack on completion stats and feedback from completed surveys. Jen excels in everything she puts her mind into and continues to make a difference, but this support has been outstanding, especially impressive given she is a graduate.
Make a Difference Winner
Summer Boron Vice President, US Buildings Summer has long been one of the people in the Northwest Division that has a significant positive impact on Balfour Beatty’s culture and work experience in the States. Her impact on the business started within the Marketing team where her positive energy and personality made her an ideal candidate for working with colleagues within the business to produce top quality winning proposals. Summer’s understanding of career progression, unique skills and experience proves her to be both an active listener and acknowledging the contributions of those she works with and around.
Talk Positively Winner
Michelle Reiner Vice President Operations, US Buildings Michelle has been driving change at Balfour Beatty for over a decade and continues to hold the torch for all US affinity groups. Whilst managing her Buildings operations role, Michelle ensures she has time to engage in company DE&I initiatives and that everyone has fair access to funding special events in their divisions. But she doesn’t stop there! Michelle has also turned her attention to helping the Civils business – making sure that everyone is treated well.
Value Everyone Winner
Kevin Webber Commercial Services Manager, Major Projects Kevin joined Balfour Beatty in 1988 as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor and has had a fantastic career rising to Commercial Services Manager after 35 years. He has helped deliver numerous flagship projects such as M25, M1, Cardiff Bay Barrage, Barking Power Station, Limehouse Link, Jubilee Line, Olympics and has in the past 10 years been the go-to person to support and guide our Major Projects and Highways Projects in Commercial systems and practice. Kevin also created the Commercial Development Programme approx. 15 years ago, which was a challenge set by the Major Projects Leadership team who wanted to create an industry-leading upskilling programme, delivered by our own internal experts giving real life Balfour Beatty examples. Kevin created the three-course programme and delivered this to our Major Projects and Highways commercial teams. Alongside the above, Kevin has been the lead and driving force for commercial team professional chartership across Major Projects and Highways. Since Kevin’s intervention, our rate of commercial job family chartership has increased by 35%!
The Diamond Winner
Steve O'Sullivan Project Director, HS2 Major Projects Nomination by Steve Tarr, supported by Paul Raby and Louise McCulloch. Having joined the company as an electrical apprentice, Steve has built his career at the company over the subsequent 40 years has and established himself as one of the industry’s top senior project directors. He is at his best when confronted with challenges and his stewardship of Terminal 2B at Heathrow, and of Whitechapel Station for Crossrail, are testament to his leadership skills. Clients value his direct and open communication style – he doesn’t sugar coat issues – and trust him to deliver. The sign of a good leader is the extent to which he/she inspires followship, and Steve has that in spades. People enjoy working for him. They value his insights and guidance and know that the job is in safe hands with him at the helm. He leads from the front in health and safety and is committed to the wellbeing of those who work for him. He makes time to help people and to support their development. One of Steve’s superpowers is his ability to communicate effectively up and down the chain of command. He is as comfortable talking to front-line troops as he is to senior leaders. In this way, he remains grounded and knows what’s going on. Steve has taken on a variety of roles during his career in a variety of countries. He is tough-minded and resilient. Whilst in his most recent role at Sizewell C as Balfour Beatty’s representative, Steve established himself as the de facto alliance leader and earned the respect of his peers, and the client, to rely on him for his advice and counsel.
The ‘Quinn-tessential’ Winner
We're delighted to announce our 2024 Icon Award winners.
John McAllister General Foreman, Regional Scotland John’s encouragement of others to work safe is admired and appreciated by all those that he works with. He goes above and beyond running the site to develop a workforce of the future, shows a growth mindset by embracing modern methods of construction, supports supervisor development programmes and NVQs, and offers feedback to others.
Kennedy Cheung Director, Gammon Kennedy's career with Gammon exemplifies a remarkable journey of professional growth and significant contributions to civil engineering. Beginning as a graduate civil engineer in 1978, he progressed over the decades through various operational and managerial roles. His experience spans a wide variety of projects, including foundation works, site formation, reclamation, landfill extension, cavern construction, and tunnels and bridges. This extensive experience culminated in his appointment as Director for Civil in 2007. His leadership and influence within the professional community were further acknowledged when he served as Chairman of the Chartered Institute of Highways and Transportation. Kennedy has also been instrumental in nurturing young talent and building strong leadership teams for Civil. He was a council member of the Gammon Academy. His engagement with customers and the supply chain has been pivotal, earning him a reputation as a valued and trusted partner, further cementing his legacy in Hong Kong's infrastructural development.
Keith McCoy Senior Vice President, US Operations Nomination by Eric Stenman. What Keith has accomplished in the past 14 months on the Caltrain project is nothing short of heroic. It’s the ultimate example of how a leader focused on people can bring about business success, even when faced with seemingly insurmountable hurdles. Teetering on derailment in early 2023, we might not have achieved substantial completion without Keith’s leadership. When asked to steer Caltrain, Keith, Head of US safety and Sustainability at the time, jumped onboard without hesitation. When Keith took the helm, the team lacked direction. With his emphasis on collaborating relentlessly, encouraging constantly, and valuing everyone, in a matter of months he got the project back on track, including repairing the client relationship. His guidance not only helped the team tackle operational challenges, it also helped them evolve through change (example: learning to use UK’s MEWPS) and persevere through emergencies (example: rescuing passengers on a stranded train in a severe storm). Keith has an innate ability to build a cohesive team, a key reason he was asked to take over this project. Pulling from across Buildings and Civils as well as UK operations, he united teammates in feeling proud of their work and each other. Attending Keith’s Town Halls is a lesson in effective leadership. With his ‘Be the Best’ mantra, he constantly reinforces “safety is personal”, “we know our stuff”, and “finish strong”. He sets expectations but inspires through a people-first approach. He’s always celebrating milestones, big and small, and recognising a job well done. Keith is a servant leader. His care for this team hasn’t waned with the project winding down. He is working feverishly to retain the strong talent that brought this project to the finish line, helping these employees find the next Balfour Beatty project that will benefit from their talent and dedication. Keith made big sacrifices for this role, but he’ll probably tell you it was a compliment to be asked. He also would likely say his mission was to restore Balfour Beatty’s good reputation, hold onto good people who make us special and grow the business.
Kyle Frandsen Vice President Operations, US Buildings Kyle has passionately led on the ‘Green Apple Day of Service’ – an initiative by the United States Green Building Council that brings volunteers together to host local service projects that make schools healthier and more sustainable – for 11 years. The impact that Kyle has brought to the business and our client’s communities through his work on this sustainability project are laudable. It is spectacular that Kyle’s efforts have not only inspired Balfour Beatty but have also inspired California’s Encinitas Union School District to carry the sustainability torch with amazing results– a true example of leaving a positive legacy.
Megan Jones Senior Proposals Manager, Major Projects Megan joined Balfour Beatty as a Graduate Proposals Writer and has developed significantly over a four-year period into the role of Bids and Proposals Manager following a COMAEA-led development plan. Her career progression has included chairing the prestigious Highways Leadership Shadow Team and completing the Aspiring Leadership Programme, she is now leading the technical submissions for Fusion STEP, a highly complex multi-billion-pound opportunity with our strategic partners! Her influence and impact beyond ‘the day job’ is outstanding.
Julia Buckland Head of Benchmarking, MP & Highways Alongside her role as Head of Benchmarking, Julia’s commitment to improving honesty, respect, fairness and responsibility has been the catalyst for cultural change in Balfour Beatty. As an intelligent technical specialist and engineer, Julia brings a unique perspective and approach, which allows her to offer logical, reasoned and detailed insight to ethical issues. This experience, coupled with her extensive site-based and engineering background, allows her to provide a balanced, well-rounded perspective into the challenges faced both in an office and out on site. Julia empowers all around her to be innovators and drivers of positive social change through the work she does.
Jen Rounding-Brewin Assistant Business Manager, ATS Jen has been supporting ATS with their Right to Respect roll out across the business – her input, time, and effort has been invaluable. She has also been pivotal in leading monthly support calls for line managers, which includes pulling together a pack on completion stats and feedback from completed surveys. Jen excels in everything she puts her mind into, and she continues to make a difference, but this support, has been outstanding, especially impressive given she is a graduate.
Summer Boron Vice President, US Buildings Nomination highlight: Summer has long been one of the people in the Northwest Division that has a significant positive impact on Balfour Beatty’s culture and work experience in the States. Her impact on the business started within the Marketing team where her positive energy and personality made her an ideal candidate for working with colleagues within the business to produce top quality winning proposals. Summer’s understanding of career progression, unique skills and experience proves her to be both an active listener and acknowledging the contributions of those she works with and around.
Kevin Webber Commercial Services Manager, MP Nomination highlight: Kevin joined Balfour Beatty in 1988 as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor and has had a fantastic career rising to Commercial Services Manager after 35 years. He has helped deliver numerous flagship projects such as M25, M1, Cardiff Bay Barrage, Barking Power Station, Limehouse Link, Jubilee Line, Olympics and has in the past 10 years been the go-to person to support and guide our Major Projects and Highways Projects in Commercial systems and practice. Kevin also created the Commercial Development Programme approx. 15 years ago, which was a challenge set by the Major Projects Leadership team who wanted to create an industry-leading upskilling programme, delivered by our own internal experts giving real life Balfour Beatty examples. Kevin created the three-course programme and delivered this to our Major Projects and Highways commercial teams. Alongside the above, Kevin has been the lead and driving force for commercial team professional chartership across Major Projects and Highways. Since Kevin’s intervention, our rate of commercial job family chartership has increased by 35%!
The ‘Quinn-tessential’
Kennedy Cheung Director, Gammon Nomination highlight: Kennedy's career with Gammon exemplifies a remarkable journey of professional growth and significant contributions to civil engineering. Beginning as a graduate civil engineer in 1978, he progressed over the decades through various operational and managerial roles. His experience spans a wide variety of projects, including foundation works, site formation, reclamation, landfill extension, cavern construction, and tunnels and bridges. This extensive experience culminated in his appointment as Director for Civil in 2007. His leadership and influence within the professional community were further acknowledged when he served as Chairman of the Chartered Institute of Highways and Transportation. Kennedy has also been instrumental in nurturing young talent and building strong leadership teams for Civil. He was a council member of the Gammon Academy. His engagement with customers and the supply chain has been pivotal, earning him a reputation as a valued and trusted partner, further cementing his legacy in Hong Kong's infrastructural development.
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