Will has over 20 years of experience in the building services, property and construction sectors, encompassing a variety of commercial and senior leadership roles.

He joins Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick from Cumming, a global property and construction consultancy where he held the position of UK & Europe CEO. Previously, he was UK managing director of SPIE, a European multi-technical services business.

Mark Bullock, Balfour Beatty chief executive officer, UK construction services, said: “I am delighted to welcome Will as managing director of Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick.

“Bringing together his wealth of knowledge and expertise, he will drive our electrical and mechanical business forward; supporting the safe and successful delivery of schemes across the UK.”

Will Smith said: “It is an honour to take the helm at Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick.

“I look forward to working with our long-established customers and establishing new relationships as we work to showcase our industry leading position and demonstrate the wide-range of skills we have across Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick.”