He replaces Stephen Slessor who has left the firm to pursue other opportunities after joining in 2006 and taking up the MD role over two years ago.

Shadrick joined Galliford Try with the acquisition of nmcn in 2021 and, since that time, has played a pivotal role in growing its Environment business through his role as a member of the senior leadership team.

He has more than 34 years of experience in the sector, and will be taking forward the division’s Source to Sea strategy, moving into the AMP8 phase.

Bill Hocking, chief executive of Galliford Try, said: “Galliford Try is one of the largest players in the water sector, uniquely positioned to tackle the water sector’s challenges of ageing infrastructure, climate change resilience, funding pressure and a stringent regulatory environment.

“I am pleased to welcome Mark to his new role and look forward to working together as we deliver for our clients and customers in this key sector for our business.”

Wayne Hickling succeeds Shadrick as lead of Galliford Try Environment’s Midlands & West Asset Creation business.

In a further promotion from within, Kay Denham takes over from Hickling as engineering director as a member of the senior leadership team.