Why did you choose construction as a career?

I have always loved going round buildings and appreciating the thought process that must have been behind their design and assembly, so a career that enabled me to be paid to do so held a significant appeal. 

After leaving school, I worked in various property-related jobs and quickly realised that a relevant degree and professional qualification would be hugely valuable in allowing me to progress within the industry. I then joined Bruntwood as a relatively fresh-faced graduate. 

After 26 years, and having garnered a broad range of experience through constant learning, I opted to form my own consultancy business, called HERE, focused on the reinvention of existing assets or estates. This allows me to focus on my passion for reimagining and recycling what already exists.