Irwin joins Structure Tone London from ISG where he led Business Development and Strategy for ISG Engineering with a key focus on building critical facilities.

Danny Blakeston, Managing Director of Structure Tone London who also previously worked at ISG said: “I’ve known Richard for many years, having worked very closely together on a broad range of the projects, and I’m thrilled to be continuing our long association.

“Richard’s insights, knowledge and passion for critical infrastructure will be invaluable to us, as we seek to enhance our performance as a more collaborative, customer-focused business. I know our colleagues will be excited by what we will learn from Richard.”

Irwin said: “I am extremely excited to be joining the Structure Tone family, and especially the London team.

“Structure Tone’s track record in delivering mission critical projects in multiple sectors but particularly the data centre market for many of the top global companies is truly impressive.

“The opportunity to be part of this exceptional team of people and really build something special in UK mission critical construction market over the coming years, was one I couldn’t miss.”

The London team is currently working on a number of major projects including WPP Rose Court, Eataly, Gyron and 100 Liverpool Street.