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Kier appoints science and tech director

13 Jan 23 Kier Construction has identified science and technology as a new growth market and appointed to someone to lead the charge.

Lee Sturdy
Lee Sturdy

Lee Sturdy has joined Kier Construction in the newly created role of science and technology director

A chartered engineer, he joins Kier from John Sisk & Son, where he was sector leader for life sciences and advanced manufacturing.

He will lead on Kier Construction’s life sciences capability, setting the strategic direction as it targets this sector.

Louisa Finlay, managing director of clients and markets at Kier Construction, said: “The science and technology sector is where public and private investment and expertise meets, making it an important area of focus for Kier. As a sector that is growing and evolving rapidly, Lee’s expertise will be crucial as we deliver this type of specialist construction for our clients. I’m delighted to welcome him on board, helping to further strengthen our capabilities in a sector that is so vital to the UK’s economy.”

Lee Sturdy added: “With Kier’s bold plans for growth in the science and technology sector, this role was natural fit. I’m delighted to be able to build on Kier’s existing success in the life sciences, linking this to our strong expertise in health and education, to ensure our capability across all vital sectors of the UK.”

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