Corrigan suddenly parted company with McAlpine last September after 30 years at the firm.

He was a main board director and London and South East region boss at the time of his exit.

Corrigan has now been appointed as a Group Executive Board Member at Keltbray based at the firm’s office in Esher.

Keltbray Managing Director John Price said: “We have known Vince as a client and an industry leader, and believe his extensive knowledge and experience will be an asset to the continued growth of our business.

“During his career, Vince has led a large number of high profile and successful projects, and we wish to tap into this expertise to expand our experience in more diverse markets.

“We have also appointed Vince to assist with our strategic direction, and to generally improve our operational and commercial performance.”

Corrigan said: “I was hugely attracted to the numerous specialist streams Keltbray operates in.

“These provide plenty of scope for carefully managed further development and positioning within existing as well as new market areas.

“I also have a passion for driving improvement and innovation programmes, and nurturing high potential staff.

“I see these qualities as being a good match for Keltbray’s own best practice reputation and track record in attracting and developing record numbers of people through apprenticeships, internships and other training opportunities.”

Managing Director for Keltbray Demolition & Civil Engineering, Paul Deacy, has also been appointed a member of Keltbray Group’s Executive Board.

Paul Deacy has also joined the Executive Board

Price said: “Paul has risen through our ranks over the last decade and assumed his current role in December 2013.

“He has since demonstrated his strong leadership and creativity in driving the continued growth in our core business markets, and we welcome Paul’s continued positive contribution to the performance of the Group.”