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National Highways chief executive announces step down

The National Highways chief executive, Nick Harris, has announced he will be stepping down from the role after five years.

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New NFB deputy chief executive appointed

James Butcher has been promoted to the new NFB deputy chief executive, in a time of great changes in the built environment.

Professor Samer Bagaeen confirmed as next vice president of RTPI

Professor Samer Bagaeen has been announced as the RTPI's next vice president, becoming the first RTPI president of Arab descent.

New Severfield CEO appointed after a year of losses

A new Severfield CEO has been announced, with Paul McNerney, current director of clients and government at Laing O'Rourke.

New CEO to lead Homes England housing and regeneration agenda

Amy Rees CB will help to tackle the housing crisis head-on by accelerating the delivery of new homes as the new CEO of Homes England.

Glider appoints new CEO and CRO to accelerate growth

Glider, a leading provider of asset information management and digital handover solutions for the built environment, has announced the appointment of Jayne Archbold as chief executive officer and managing partner and Richard Farnworth as chief revenue officer, marking a new chapter in the company’s growth journey.

BAM Nuttall rail chief to join Balfour Beatty

BAM Nuttall's rail sector director Richard Watts will join Balfour Beatty as managing director of the rail business in January 2026.

Lynda Armstrong to remain as ECITB board chair for a further two years

Lynda Armstrong’s term as ECITB board chair has been extended until the end of 2027 the secretary of state for education has confirmed.

New BPF president announced amid creation of new representative body

Simon Carter has been appointed as the new president of the British Property Federation, succeeding Jessica Hardman, who has served as president of the federation since July 2024.

RTPI chief Victoria Hills to become CEO of CIOB

Chief executive of the Royal Town Planning Institute(RTPI) Victoria Hills is stepping down to take up the CEO role at the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) later this year.

Building Safety Regulator director to step down after two years in role

Director of Building Safety at the Building Safety Regulator(BSR) Philip White is stepping down from his role in "partial retirement".

New Construction Industry Council chair appointed

Ian Brant has been appointed as the new Construction Industry Council chair, succeeding Dr Wei Yang OBE after their two year tenure.

NHBC announces the appointment of Paul Turner as new CEO

The National House Building Council (NHBC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Turner as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2025.

Vince Arnold appointed as CIBSE President for 2025–2026

Vince Arnold has been announced as the new President of CIBSE, taking over from Fiona Cousins, as confirmed during the Institution’s AGM on 10 June 2025.

BRE appoints new chief executive officer

A new BRE chief executive officer has been announced in Ian Shapiro, set to take up the role in September after Gillian Charlesworth retires.

Announcing Mark Robinson as Non-Executive Chair of The Build Chain

Strengthening leadership with the appointment of Mark Robinson to build a smarter future for construction procurement.

CIBSE picks David Cooper MBE for President Elect for 2025/26

CIBSE has announced David Cooper as its President Elect for 2025/26, who will bring over four decades of experience to the role.

NFDC appoints Brian Carroll as strategic membership officer

The National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC) has announced the appointment of Brian Carroll following a leadership restructuring in the wake of CEO Duncan Rudall's departure.

Chair of Oxford Growth Commission appointed

Neale Coleman CBE, an expert in regeneration and growth, has been appointed to chair the Oxford Growth Commission.

Joanna Oliver MBE leaves CEA after 30 years

Joanna Oliver MBE has announced her departure from the CEA after 30 years of working between government and industry.

New director of industry attraction and skills appointed at HBF

The Home Builders Federation has appointed a new director of industry attraction and skills to replace their former skills group.

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