Potter will work alongside John F Hunt’s current board members and brings nearly 40 years’ experience within the construction industry having held leadership positions at John Laing, Laing O’Rourke, Countryside Properties, Careys and more recently Balfour Beatty.

John F Hunt said: “His aptitude for negotiation, execution and hand over of high-profile projects will be an asset to the business.

“His appointment will add to the significant experience within the business and complement the existing skill set, bringing with him detailed knowledge of sectors including aviation, MoD, HS2 infrastructure, rail, nuclear and health. He has also headed up joint ventures in large piling, dredging and land remediation projects where Hunts are particularly active.”

Potter joins John F Hunt just days before the appointment of former Pre-construction Director at General Demolition.Nick Blackman.

Blackman has over 22 years of commercial cost management, surveying, operations and project management in the demolition industry.

Paul Bland, CEO of John F Hunt Limited, said “We are delighted to welcome Darren and Nick to the business, their appointments demonstrating the continued upward trajectory of our company.

“We have a strong order book and look forward to seeing them apply their knowledge and expertise to our London and Southeast based portfolio. Exciting times!”