Richard Evans appointed GHD’s Executive General Manger for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)

GHD is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Richard Evans as Executive General Manager for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Richard brings over 30 years of international experience, having lived and worked in several countries including the UK, Ireland, Australia, Botswana and Malaysia. Originally from the UK, he joined GHD in 2003 and has had experience across a variety of technical and leadership roles, most recently Richard was GHD’s Regional General Manager for South Queensland, Australia leading over 800 people focussed on outstanding outcomes for our clients.

A geotechnical and dams engineer by technical background, Richard has worked on the delivery of a wide range of projects across most markets and is passionate about technical excellence and innovative solutions for our clients.

“Throughout his career Richard has demonstrated outstanding leadership, with a proven track record in leading sustainable business growth. He is an authentic and positive leader focused on strong client and stakeholder relationships, and a collaborative approach empowering and coaching others to build engaged and high-performing teams.” says Jim Giannopoulos, GHD’s CEO. 

Having relocated ‘home’ to be based from the UK, Richard commented, “I am very much looking forward to working with the excellent team across the UK and Middle East, as we work with our clients to help improve their businesses. I am passionate about creating a deep sense of ‘team effort’, where everyone feels heard, included and can thrive. That is when we are at our best, and I look forward to leading a values-based work environment across the business, which will help us grow in our chosen markets and do incredible work for our clients.”

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GHD es una empresa líder en servicios profesionales que opera en los mercados mundiales de agua, energía y recursos, medio ambiente, infraestructura y edificaciones, y transporte. Comprometidos con la visión de garantizar que el agua, la energía y las comunidades sean sostenibles para las futuras generaciones, GHD ofrece soluciones en consultoría, servicios digitales, ingeniería, arquitectura, medio ambiente y construcción a clientes del sector público y privado. Fundada en 1928 y propiedad de sus trabajadores, GHD cuenta con una red de más de 12.000 profesionales en más de 160 oficinas en cinco continentes.