People: Burns & McDonnell; adi Group; ARB Truckman
Global engineering and construction firm Burns & McDonnell has appointed Kyle Roberts as the new executive managing director for the UK.
Roberts has worked for Burns & McDonnell for 20 years, beginning his career as a civil engineer in the aviation and federal markets, and eventually moving into project management, resource management and business director roles.
His experience includes campus and airport master planning, site development, and civil and site engineering design of pavements, utilities, and drainage elements.
Roberts has been recognised for his contributions to the civil engineering industry, including being named a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), an honour that highlights outstanding achievements and dedication to the profession.
From 2022, Roberts served as the international programs director for Burns & McDonnell’s Commercial Aviation and Defence sectors, leading them to a strong recovery after the pandemic.
His international experience includes projects in more than 20 countries, including much of the Middle East, Europe, and the UK.
Roberts said: “The U.K. engineering and construction sector is an exciting place to invest, and I’m eager to build on the strong foundation established since our 2017 launch. By focusing on key opportunities, strengthening recruitment, onboarding, and training, and leveraging our experience in industries like transmission, aviation, defence, and water, I look forward to further enhancing our ability to deliver for our clients and become a major partner and investor across a number of industries in the U.K.”
Leslie M. Duke, Chair and CEO at Burns & McDonnell said: “Kyle will lead a great team of talented individuals in the U.K., and I’m excited about what is ahead for us there. Kyle demonstrates commitment to his clients and tackles every project he manages with unwavering perseverance. His creativity, vision and experience will help us grow and continue to create value for our customers.”
Multidisciplinary engineering firm adi Group has announced the appointment of Alex Rudzinski as its new chief financial officer (CFO).
Rudzinski brings over 25 years of experience in both corporate and private equity-backed businesses, where he has played a pivotal role in supporting business growth, enhancing financial performance, and introducing strategic financial insight.
Before joining the Group, he held senior financial roles within entrepreneurial and growth-focused businesses across a range of sectors, honing his expertise in managing complex financial structures and supporting business expansion.
Alex Rudzinski
He said: “I’m thrilled to join a business with both solid foundations and ambitious plans for growth, and I look forward to utilising my expertise to provide forward-looking, data-driven insights to facilitate that growth. Finance is more than a support function – it plays a pivotal role in driving performance, forecasting future growth, and creating the resources necessary for scalable success. This is why I’m keen to strengthen the strategic role of finance within the organisation.”
As CFO, his responsibilities will focus on strengthening the Group’s financial controls, overseeing accounting functions, and ensuring the business is positioned for long-term success.
This includes providing timely, actionable data that supports each of adi’s 17 businesses, and providing forward-leaning insight to the executive to allow them to make the very best decisions.
Alan Lusty, founder and chairman of adi Group said: “We are delighted to welcome Alex to the adi Group team. His extensive experience and strong track record in driving financial strategy and supporting high-growth businesses will be invaluable as we continue to scale and expand. As the Group continues to evolve, having robust financial infrastructure will be key to supporting our ambitious growth plans, and Alex’s expertise will be pivotal in helping us meet these challenges head-on.”
Paul Smith, recently appointed CEO of adi Group said: “I am delighted that Alex has joined us at this exciting time in adi Group’s recent history. As we accelerate through our five-year “Mission 2030” growth plan, Alex’s financial stewardship and support to our constituent businesses will be essential in helping us deliver on our expectations.”
ARB Truckman has promoted Jon Wood to warehouse and logistics manager.
In his new role, Wood, who has been with ARB Truckman for ten years, will oversee the entire warehouse and logistics operations at the company’s Dudley headquarters.
From this location, ARB Truckman distributes an extensive range of 4×4 and pick-up accessories to customers and retailers nationwide. His promotion follows his successful tenure as warehouse team leader.
Richard Langman, managing director of Truckman and Jon Woods
Wood said: “I’m thrilled to take on this new challenge and continue contributing to ARB Truckman’s success. Being nominated by my colleagues for the Values Champion Award was a huge honour, and this promotion is the icing on the cake to cap off another fantastic year with the company.”
Brett Hall, operations manager at ARB Truckman said: “Jon has been an integral part of our team for many years. His ability to efficiently manage the warehouse while fostering strong collaboration across the business has made a significant impact on our operations.
“He truly embodies our company values—always ready to assist with any task, big or small, and bringing a positive attitude to every challenge. His dedication and expertise ensure the smooth running of our warehouse, from stock management to guaranteeing on-time deliveries for our customers. We are confident he will excel in his new role as Warehouse and Logistics Manager.
