Reporting to Wates Construction managing director Mark Tant, Saville will lead the business’ strategic plans across the northwest, northeast and Yorkshire.
He replaces Paul Dodsworth, who has taken up a new job as managing director of Caddick Construction.
With almost 30 years’ experience in the industry, Saville joined Wates Construction in 2019 as regional director for the northwest, having previously worked at John Sisk & Sons and at Laing O’Rourke. He has overseen key projects for Wates, including The Sands Centre in Cumbria and the AstraZeneca Macclesfield Campus.
Dave Saville said: “As an industry, we have an incredible opportunity to support the Government’s levelling up agenda, so I’m excited to take the helm and deliver on Wates Construction’s growth plans across the north of England, bringing our northwest, Yorkshire and northeast teams closer together. With a number of major projects in progress, we are not only in a position to boost jobs, skills and training, but also to regenerate communities and services, creating a lasting legacy for years to come.”
Mark Tant, managing director of Wates Construction, added: “Dave has established himself as one of our most talented and trusted senior leaders, growing our capability, presence and brand in the North West over the past few years, despite the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic. I know that he and his team will continue to innovate and collaborate to deliver the best buildings and best value for our customers in the north.”
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