We are delighted to announce two promotions with our business!
Paul Boileau moves up to Executive Chairman (from Group Managing Director) and Andrew Thorley steps up to Group Managing Director (from Managing Director).
Well done both!
Paul comments: “We have made a number of advancements in our business this year, alongside our future strategy to deliver real benefits and the Brookbanks’ difference to our clients.
As we continue to shape our unique independent brand across the sectors we operate within, we are driven to ingrain our holistic approach, seek out value improvement on our projects, and continually develop the skill sets and expertise within our diverse teams.
Surrounded by these industry leading people, a strong management team and our amazing clients, I look forward to seeing the next steps for the Company.”
Developers often focus on design, budget and planning, but the ground underfoot can be a silent deal-breaker. In fact, it’s estimated that roughly 80% of construction problems arise from unexpected soil or rock conditions that proper investigation could have revealed.
The Government’s Planning and Infrastructure Bill, introduced in March 2025, is a cornerstone of its housing and growth agenda. Its report stage has recently concluded, with members seeking amendments to some elements.
In this episode of the Brookbanks Podcast hosted by Ben Wakeling, guests Paul Coombs, Senior Civils Engineer and Andrew Wilkinson, Director, share their experience and reflections on the evolving landscape of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).