GHD announces new Operations Director in Manchester, UK

One of the world’s leading engineering, environmental and advisory services companies, GHD has named Kathleen Cunningham as Operations Director for its Manchester office.

Kathleen takes over the role from Stewart Tennant, who continues his role as Market Sector Leader – Water, UK. Stewart will also maintain responsibility for coordination of technical services across GHD’s Europe and Middle East region.

A civil and structural engineer, Kathleen has more than a decade of experience in engineering design and project management for water, energy and buildings clients.

Kathleen is currently Project Design Manager for a major water treatment works upgrade as part of the Birmingham Resilience Project for Severn Trent Water. Serving 1.3 million people in Birmingham, UK, this high-profile upgrade will improve resilience by harnessing an alternative water supply from the River Severn.

Commenting on her appointment, Kathleen said, “I am fortunate to work alongside such a talented team and look forward to facilitating the continued growth of GHD’s Manchester office in collaboration with our 10,000 strong global network.”

Craig Stockton, Managing Director – UK, says, “Kathleen is an accomplished and skilled leader, practiced in delivering technical and client service excellence. In her new role, Kathleen will now build upon the technical excellence already within the Manchester office to drive forward the services we deliver for our clients.”