Mr Taylor will focus on the strategic growth for all foundation operation activities and projects across the companies eight regional offices in England, Scotland and Wales.

Richard has worked with Roger Bullivant for many years with his most recent position as business unit manager, leading the operations team in the Midlands. He first began his career in 1989, as a contracts engineer progressing through all areas of the business from specialist divisions including underpinning, concrete repairs, design and build, concrete products and production with management roles in sales, engineering and operations.

He said: “I am excited to step into this new position and help drive the company’s ethos forward in delivering existing on and offsite solutions and introducing new effective products to the foundation market.

“I have enjoyed completing many successful projects over the years, the most rewarding aspect has been building successful partnerships between RB teams, our clients, engineers, and suppliers many of whom have become great friends. I look forward to working with new teams.”

Managing director at Roger Bullivant, Cliff Wren, added: “Recognising the talent we have within the company is integral to our growth. Richard has built up a strong reputation as he has progressed to his senior management position.

“His extensive industry experience and knowledge of the business make him admirably qualified to lead our strategic growth plans for foundation packages and solutions across the nation.

“Our success is founded on our ability to deliver a comprehensive ground engineering solution to all our clients, from small to large scale residential housing, to commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects throughout the UK.”