DeSimone Consulting Engineering has strengthened its UK operations with two senior hires. Dale Middleton has joined DeSimone as senior project manager within the company’s UK façade arm and Duncan Gray has joined as associate director in the construction consulting services group.
Middleton has more than 12 years of experience in engineering, testing, estimating and field experience in existing and new building façade systems, and previously worked as a design manager at a façade specialist contractor where he contributed to projects such as No 7&8 Wellington Place in Leeds, Hotel La Tour in Milton Keynes, and HCA Birmingham Hospital.
Gray has more than 15 years’ experience in the construction industry and has worked on projects such as the new Google headquarters in London and the Midland Metropolitan Hospital.
Stephen DeSimone, chairman and CEO of DeSimone Consulting Engineering, said: “We are thrilled to welcome both Duncan and Dale as we continue to grow our presence in the UK and strengthen our capabilities to support our clients around the globe. Both Dale and Duncan bring with them a wealth of experience in multiple different disciplines from design and façades to disputes and risk.
“Since launching our operation in London in May, we have experienced substantial growth, working with new and existing clients across all sectors. The appointment of both Duncan and Dale will further cement our presence in the UK’s structural engineering sector.”
Middleton (pictured) said: “I am delighted to be joining DeSimone Consulting Engineering during a strong period of growth. I am looking forward to working with the global façade team at DeSimone and leaning on both the company’s and my own experience in order to build and grow a strong façade and cladding team here in the UK.”
Gray added: “I’ve been following the work of DeSimone Consulting Engineering for quite some time now, and I’m excited to have joined the team as an associate director working within the construction consulting division. I’m looking forward to working with the wider team to further grow DeSimone’s presence in the UK.”
