Barhale has announced a number of senior leadership changes, reflecting the continued growth of the business and its commitment to developing internal talent.

Phil Cull has been promoted from regional director, southern to take up a new role as national executive director.

He joined Barhale in 2013 and has since led the company’s southern region operations, particularly in the delivery of complex tunnelling schemes. He will now serve as a member of Barhale’s strategic board of directors, contributing more than 30 years’ experience of delivering major infrastructure projects.

His previous responsibilities are being split between Shane Gorman and Daniel Meadowcroft to allow the business to support continued growth in the region.

Shane Gorman has been promoted to southern region director – infrastructure. He joined Barhale in 2005 as a senior engineer and most recently was appointed water director in 2022. With more than 20 years’ experience, from landmark national projects to complex strategic frameworks and joint ventures, he has played a leading role in the successful delivery of major infrastructure schemes.

Daniel Meadowcroft, currently projects director, southern region, has been promoted to southern region director – projects. Meadowcroft joined Barhale in 2020 as regional manager and was appointed projects director in 2022.

He has focused on expanding Barhale’s client base and diversifying workstreams beyond the regulated water sector, achieving a more balanced regional portfolio and gaining exposure to nationally significant infrastructure projects.

Both will join the operations board and report to James Ingamells, the newly appointed chief operating executive. They will support Ingamells in delivering Barhale’s strategic plan by leading senior client engagement and driving the business’s integrated One Barhale model.

Barhale chief executive Martin Brown said the appointments recognised both the contribution of the individuals and the company’s approach to investing in its people.

“All three appointments are internal promotions. That is important to us because it demonstrates our commitment to nurturing internal talent and creating opportunities for progression across the organisation. It is also a recognition of the work that has gone into building clear, long-term career pathways for our people.”