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Welcoming Ian Farndon as Vice President in the US 🎉    Based in Houston, Texas, Ian will primarily be responsible for driving growth across the US data center sector, applying the knowledge he has accrued from over a decade’s worth of experience working with some of the largest tech clients in the world.   Stuart Lumsden, US CEO, comments: “The hyperscale data centre market is rapidly expanding, and Gleeds is well-positioned to capitalise on this growth. Ian’s appointment adds leadership and resilience to our team, supporting the continued development of this dynamic sector. By hiring someone with his commercial expertise and experience in managing large teams, we’re illustrating our commitment to serving the evolving needs of big business here and further afield as they invest in digital infrastructure." We're really pleased to welcome him on board 🙌     Read more: https://lnkd.in/eY3MdSKg   #CostManagement #DataCenters #LifeatGleeds

Revo - Retail. Property. Community. has published its February update with a focus on recent planning activity from the UK government and what the outlook is for town centres across the country. Gleeds’ UK Head of Cost Management, Sara Boonham, contributed to the insights shared within this piece – you can learn more about the latest updates in the industry via the link below.

The European construction industry continues its road to recovery - driven by economic growth, interest rate cuts and continuing investment. EU and national government funding initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable development and energy efficiency are proving vital amid challenges such as labour shortages and material costs, albeit with signs of easing inflation in some markets. Learn more about the nuanced picture across the continent in our latest report covering: ◾ The latest trends affecting the construction industry ◾ In-depth analysis of the latest economic and construction industry data ◾ Insights into market pricing amid evolving dynamics. Read the report now: https://lnkd.in/edptnuVx #Construction #EuropeanConstruction #SustainableConstruction

Meet Sara Boonham, our UK Head of Cost Management with a passion for regeneration 👋 Since joining Gleeds in 2015, Sara has propelled the UK cost management business through 10 years of continuous growth, innovation and expert delivery. With over 30 years of experience, Sara is both a technical expert and thought leader whose focus is to guide and support clients with creativity and ingenuity.  Her passion for town and city centre regeneration has recently seen her role expand out to the UK Regeneration sector lead, where she works hard as a ‘scheme facilitator’ - connecting people, clients and sectors to challenging regeneration projects where placemaking and community are integral to success.  Sara’s history of providing mindful and inspiring leadership has enabled her to improve the technical capabilities and motivation of colleagues at all levels. Outside of Gleeds, Sara sits on the Operating Board of Revo, where she regularly hosts networking events and contributes to articles for the retail and leisure industries.  To read more about Sara’s work in cost management and regeneration: https://lnkd.in/exyc7kCZ #CostManagement #WomenatGleeds #FemaleLeaders #InspiringWomen

We were pleased to work with Construction News to host a roundtable focusing on the challenges of delivering more nuclear power in the UK. There were some fantastic insights into inspiring the next generation of nuclear energy professionals, working together across the supply chain and how a strong pipeline of nuclear programmes can bolster energy security. With some ambitious net zero targets on the horizon for the UK, those around the table agreed that a combination of Government support and industry collaboration was vital to reaching the sector’s full potential. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eTbiFfTh #NuclearPower #UKEnergy Andy Ellis Steve Golding

Happy LGBT+ History month! 🏳️🌈 Since its conception in 2005, LGBT+ history month has been a time dedicated to reflecting on the history of LGBT+ rights and related civil rights movements. The theme for this year is ‘Activism and Social Change’ and with this in mind, we asked Juliana Rezende from Gleeds USA to share her thoughts on what the built environment can do to drive forward change for the LGBT+ community.  At Gleeds, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and championing diversity and Juliana is one of our people leading the charge on creating positive change together.  Have a read below to find out more about Juliana’s thoughts. #LGBTQHistoryMonth #LGBTQ #Inclusion

So...how old are we really? 🤔 Recently, we stumbled across a big piece of news. Huge in fact! So huge, it involves amending everything we’ve ever thought about Gleeds... it turns out we have even more history. For the last 100 years or so, #Gleeds had thought it was founded in 1885. All records traced back to bills of quantities for a small row of shops in Brixton in the late 1800s, but it seems, upon more recent historical research, we were in fact founded in 1875. Now, 10 years may not seem like a lot when you’re more than a century old, but it’s a pretty big deal for us.  This revelation means we are turning 150 this year. Happy Birthday Gleeds (you don’t look a day over 140).  Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eAjFpuAp #Gleeds150Anniversary #LifeatGleeds

Does the UK have a strategic edge in the global data centre race? As the world increasingly relies on resilient, efficient, and sustainable digital infrastructure, the UK is emerging as a leader in data centre development. With its mild climate, robust regulatory framework, and rich tech talent pool, the UK is uniquely positioned to support the digital economy’s growth. But how can we ensure this momentum is maintained? In our latest thought leadership piece, Stephen Kelly, Global Head of Data Centres, explores: ◾ The UK’s role in aligning data centres with net-zero energy goals ◾ How the mild climate provides a strategic advantage for reducing energy consumption ◾ Overcoming infrastructure and connectivity challenges to support rapid expansion ◾ The importance of nurturing a skilled workforce to power the future of digital infrastructure ◾ The government’s steps to enhance data centre security, naming them Critical National Infrastructure. With the right balance of innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, the UK has the potential to solidify its position as a global hub for digital infrastructure. Explore the full insights here: https://lnkd.in/egrW5Dtf #DigitalInfrastructure #DataCentres #Sustainability

Celebrating 100 days of collaboration in Peru 📅 🎉 The UK Healthcare Alliance (UKHA), a partnership between Gleeds, AECOM and Currie & Brown is proud to mark its first 100 days of delivery with PRONIS (National Health Investment Programme). Together we are working to deliver two state-of-the-art hospitals in Piura and Trujillo that will transform healthcare for over three million Peruvians. In this short time, we've: ✅ Developed nine strategic management plans to guide project success ✅ Launched a knowledge transfer programme via Moodle Workplace ✅ Begun hospital designs backed by topographical surveys ✅ Introduced cutting-edge digital tools for seamless collaboration ✅ Created sustainability guidelines to achieve LEED certification These achievements lay the foundation for a brighter, healthier future for northern #Peru. Together, we’re building more than hospitals - we’re building a sustainable legacy for generations to come. As we progress with this ambitious programme, we’re excited to share further updates with you throughout 2025 and beyond.   #UKHA #Sustainability #ProjectManagement

Happy Lunar New Year! 🐍🏮 As we celebrate the Year of the Wood Snake (Yisi 乙巳), we wish all our colleagues, partners, clients and friends a year of prosperity, good luck and transformation 🎇 According to Chinese literature, the year of Wood Snake signifies wisdom, resilience and courage. The snake, known for its calm and thoughtful nature, encourages us all to look inward and plan thoughtfully while making room for growth and renewal.  As we welcome in this new year, we encourage everyone to take time and consider what characteristics of the Wood Snake you can bring into 2025 🧧 #LunarNewYear #YearOfTheSnake