Leading Project Management and Construction Cost Consultancy, Poole Dick has announced the promotion of two of its Manchester-based staff to Associate Directors.
Active in the North West region, Emma Howarth and Catherine Newton have been promoted to ‘Associate Director’ to recognise their ongoing contribution to the business and its clients.
With over 20 years’ experience, Emma, a Quantity Surveyor, now mainly focusses on carrying out a UK-wide Employers Agent role. Currently working with Sage on over 100 units in the North West, Emma’s position also covers heritage works with Rochdale Borough Council on the Greater Manchester Fire Museum and two extra care facilities on the south coast.
With clients including Community Gateway, dwell Student Living and Nikal, Catherine, a Project Manager working on large mixed-use schemes, has a background in the commercial and retail sectors. Over 12 years working with Poole Dick, this expertise has extended into residential, including housing estates and extra care units.
Commenting on the promotions, Martin Brownsill, Managing Director at Poole Dick, said: “These promotions are very well deserved and demonstrate Poole Dick’s firm commitment to employee development and recognising the expert work our professionals carry out for our clients.
“Known in the industry for adopting a new ‘reputational’ vision for the distinctive way our team manages construction projects in the UK, the ‘Poole Dick Way’ was created to reflect the focus we place on our clients and our people in everything we do.
“Delivered by a team who really care about getting the best out of people, the ‘Poole Dick Way’ incorporates the five core values which underline the importance we place on developing our team to deliver quality client care. We’re passionate about achieving the Best Client Outcome, ensuring our People Thrive, creating Positive Energy, ensuring that Relationships Matter and delivering Everyday Greatness. Emma and Catherine’s promotions are testament to this and our commitment to recognising and rewarding our team’s success.”
