On the move: the latest East Midlands hires
Multi-disciplinary consultancy Pick Everard has appointed a new director of civil engineering.
Max Thurgood brings with him 31 years of experience to his new role, with a background in civil engineering construction, including rail, stadia, education, healthcare and housing, as well as spending time in Abu Dhabi, where he worked as a contract manager on the Yacht Club and Harbour Masters Office, part of the Yas Marina Racing circuit.
Thurgood said: “I was drawn to Pick Everard’s values and wanted to be part of its huge growth journey. I thrive on challenges and couldn’t resist the chance to steer the civil engineering team as it continues to scale nationally.
“I am looking forward to meeting and supporting the team members who help drive Pick Everard’s ethos of delivering better together. The firm is already well situated within several of my background markets, and I want to add to its positive atmosphere and work environment where everyone learns, grows, and excels collectively. I firmly believe that the best results come from a cohesive and engaged group, where every voice is heard and valued.”
Mark Colby, partner at Pick Everard, said: “We’re thrilled to have Max on board. His expertise, dedication, and passion will undoubtedly complement our senior leadership team. His commitment to excellence also aligns perfectly with our ambitions at Pick Everard. We’re very much looking forward to making great strides in our journey together.”
The Nottingham construction team
Gateley Legal has bolstered its Nottingham-based construction team to nine following four new appointments.
Della Copley joins Gateley Legal as a senior associate. Prior to this, Copley spent five years at Geldards and brings a strong construction background to the team, specialising in contentious matters including dispute resolution methods such as litigation, adjudication and arbitration.
Catherine Everington completed her training at Gateley Legal and spent a year with the construction team post-qualification before joining Shakespeare Martineau for eighteen months. Everington re-joins the Nottingham team as a solicitor and will work closely alongside legal director, Charles Jakeman, to support clients with the Government’s developer remediation contract, as well as core development matters.
Miriam Forman and Davis Barwell join as trainee solicitors and will support the team with contentious matters for housebuilder, developer, contractor and subcontractor clients, as well as managing construction documentation for major projects.
Piet van Gelder, partner and head of the Nottingham construction team at Gateley Legal, said: “Our Nottingham construction team has grown to be one of the largest specialist teams in the East Midlands region through our work for major housebuilders and developers, as well as other construction stakeholders.
“The team has not only identified but is also leading on the implementation and scope of the Building Safety Act and so we have brought in Della and Catherine to strengthen the team and support clients with overcoming all the issues arising out of that piece of legislation. It’s also great to have new talent like Miriam and Davis on board to really boost the team.”
The four new appointments join partner – Piet van Gelder, legal director – Charles Jakeman, solicitors – Jaclyn Nelson and Ryan Ball and paralegal – Beth Eady to total nine construction team members in Nottingham.
