Name |
Craig Fairey |
Position |
Group CFO |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
AdviserPlus, Edif, Parabis Law, ICM Computer Group plc, AIM Group, Convergent Systems, Azlan plc, Coopers & Lybrand |
Customers I have worked with |
Barclays Bank, Network Rail, Sage, BBC and William Hill |
Summary
Craig is a highly experienced CFO, having sat on the board of several private-equity backed businesses. Craig has played key roles in a several buy-ins and exits for investors.
Craig’s focus is on supporting the Board, CEO and colleagues in meeting its goals through strong focus on management information, forecasts and cash generation. He brings a strong commercial approach along the entire supply chain.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Richard Oldfield |
Position |
Construction Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Skanska, Miva, Johnson Construction, ISG |
Customers I have worked with |
Highways Agency, BT, O2, Airwave, Coop, Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, Sports Direct, Department for Work and Pensions |
Summary
Richard has worked in the construction industry for over 25 years, starting out as a site engineer at a small construction business before progressing to Contracts Manager at Skanska UK. After a few years of freelance Project Management, Richard spent 10 years at ISG starting out as a Senior Project Manager before becoming Construction Director responsible for Construction and Fit Out within the retail & commercial sector.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Daryl Thompson |
Position |
Pre-Construction Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Ultra Finishing Ltd, M3, Spring & Company Monarch Inc Thermatrix Inc |
Customers I have worked with |
Walmart, Asda, Lidl, University of Leeds, University of Sheffield, Legal and General, Realm, Costa Coffee, Sheffield Hallam University, Pfizer, Apple |
Summary
Daryl commenced his career in the Pharmaceutical industry before moving to the USA where his career moved closer to construction. After a period in Washington DC he returned to the UK and commenced work in specialist areas of construction before focusing on Retail and Other Live Environment Sectors.
Daryl played a key role in the planning and development of his business across these sectors until moving into a property and manufacturing role and eventually joining Sigma Group. At present Daryl manages complex projects and develops the delivery with a number of new clients.
His interests include design, and technology specifically applied to the property sector whilst also playing an active role in the Business Development activities
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Nino Calandra |
Position |
Fixtures Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Alan Nuttall Ltd, Alan Nuttall Partnership Ltd |
Customers I have worked with |
Asda, Co-op, Morrisons, The Works, Tesco, Sainsbury, Monsoon, Accessorize, Claire’s, Amtico, Harrods, George, Debenhams, Waitrose, BP, Compass, World Duty Free, Pret, Argos, Habitat, Holland & Barrett, Costa, Fortnum and Mason, Calvin Klein, GNC, Hilton Hotels, Foxtons, Burger King, Hobbs, Westfield, Wyevale Garden Centre, Poundland. |
Summary
In a career spanning 40 years, starting out as a shop fitters apprentice, Nino has progressed assuming roles such as production manager, contracts manager, account manager, operations manager, operations director, CEO & Managing Director.
Nino’s career has seen him directly involved with design and development, project management, manufacture wood and metal, delivery, installation, customer relationship management and sales.
Experienced at managing multi-million-pound contracts for a range of blue-chip clients, Nino's success has been based on a customer centric approach, building lasting relationships and striving to deliver the best product and service at the best price.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Stuart Thomas |
Position |
Consolidation Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
TNT Logistics, CEVA Logistics, Unipart Group |
Customers I have worked with |
Tesco, ASDA, Sainsburys, Kimberly Clark, ASOS, B&Q, Coles, Waterstones, NHS and Boots Walgreens. |
Summary
Stuart is a highly experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Supply Chain Logistics professional with demonstrable achievements in the FMCG, Health and Retail and Utility sectors.
Pragmatic, self-motivated, commercially oriented and results driven with excellent analytical, strategic and tactical planning abilities, Stuart delivers focused achievements through motivated team play.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Thomas Fletcher |
Position |
Projects Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Sigma |
Customers I have worked with |
ASDA, Primark, Sainsbury’s, The Works, Boots |
Summary
With over 14 years’ experience in the GNFR retail sector, Thomas is a highly energetic individual working with some of UK’s largest blue-chip retailers.
From warehousing and consolidation of retail fixtures to site implementation, Thomas has a versatile understanding of retail change. His determination to provide exceptional service has led to various client recognition awards.
Thomas has been part of the Sigma journey from inception holding senior roles within the Consolidation division and most latterly the Projects division.
His most recent customers include ASDA, Primark, Boots and Sainsburys landing projects up to the value of £1 million.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Ben Tiffany |
Position |
M&E Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
BMG Solutions Ltd |
Customers I have worked with |
Asda, Sainsbury’s, HMV, Health Care, ISG, Primark, Go Outdoors, Pets At Home, Ossett Brewery. |
Summary
Ben is a highly experienced Mechanical and Electrical professional in managing fast paced commercial space changes.
His success is based on a customer centric approach, Ben has a broad skillset and an ability to focus on delivering efficient ideas that meet the clients needs.
Ben's background had included senior roles delivering at BMG Solutions and A. Baker Electrical Contractors Ltd.
His recent customers have included Asda, Sainsbury's, HMV, Health Care, ISG, Primark, Go Outdoors, Pets At Home and Ossett Brewery.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Kristin Morton |
Position |
Finance Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
ISG, Capita, Carillion/Mowlem and KPMG |
Customers I have worked with |
ISG/Morrisons/Asda |
Summary
ACA qualified from Big 4 firm, Kristin specialized in the auditing of SME’s before moving into industry where she has built up a strong record of achievement and contribution to organizational success through good financial and commercial governance, development and implementation of business strategy and associated change management, systems implementation as well as people development and development and fostering of cross-functional key stakeholder relationships.
She brings with her excellent sector experience and more recently lead the UK Finance Shared Service function for a large main contractor, through a period of significant growth and change.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Dr Dave Resendez |
Position |
Head of SHEQ |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
HSE, ISG, Willmott Dixon, Tiong Seng Contractors |
Customers I have worked with |
Tesco, Primark, Premier Inn |
Summary
With over 30 years as a health, safety and environmental specialist, Dave has a wealth of experience managing construction-based risk through a multi-disciplinary approach. Dave has applied a strategic approach to developing the HSE cultures in the organisation’s he has worked for resulting in improved and sustainable performance.
Dave brings a collaborative approach to managing business risk and understands the need for effective leadership, engagement and recognition to deliver best practice solutions. Dave has worked with blue chip construction companies and their supply chains to bring about innovative changes to working practices commensurate with the values within the Sigma.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Liz Ward |
Position |
Head of Sales & Marketing |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
ITAB, Wates Group, Havelock Europa Plc, Pel Plc |
Customers I have worked with |
M&S, Walgreens Boots, Primark, John Lewis Partnership, House of Fraser, Selfridges, Costa Coffee, Specsavers |
Summary
Liz is an experienced retail business development and marketing individual who has worked with a number of blue chip customers during her career. Always keen to learn how new customers operate and how Sigma can support their store development plans.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Louise Hickford |
Position |
Head of Design |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
HB Projects, Darnton B3, ASDA |
Customers I have worked with |
ASDA, Primark, M&S, The Works, Morrisons |
Summary
Joining Sigma in 2017 to establish the in-house Design Department, Louise brings over 25 years of experience working in the construction industry teamed with her architectural background. Louise leads a team working across all Sigma divisions providing an end-to-end design service. She is passionate about developing creative solutions which deliver the best value to customers. Having a career which has always had a strong retail focus, Louise fully understands the demands of the sector and is responsive and adaptable in a fast-paced environment with a meticulous eye for detail.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Diane Richardson |
Position |
Group Head of HR |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Dialogue Communications, Portwest, Quidco, Money Supermarket |
Summary
As a senior HR professional of many years, Diane brings vast HR experience, working in various industries from start-up to Plc’s, tech to manufacturing/distribution, within a SME company delivering specialist A2P SMS solutions worldwide; a global blue-collar Company of over 4500 staff, acting as Head of HR for UK & Poland warehouse, offices & remote sales managers; and most recently, a tech company, acting as Head of HR and overseeing c220 headcount, offering cashback opportunities through online retail purchases. Diane’s HR philosophy is to develop and maintain a stable HR functionality for all levels of engagement with employees and the board, through strong coaching and leadership styles, PDPs and employee wellbeing, allowing staff to perform at their best and fuel job satisfaction. Having good business practices at the heart of the company and an ‘open-door’ policy is the foundations to a happy working environment.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Richard Oldfield |
Position |
Construction Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Skanska, Miva, Johnson Construction, ISG |
Customers I have worked with |
Highways Agency, BT, O2, Airwave, Coop, Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, Sports Direct, Department for Work and Pensions |
Summary
Richard has worked in the construction industry for over 25 years, starting out as a site engineer at a small construction business before progressing to Contracts Manager at Skanska UK. After a few years of freelance Project Management, Richard spent 10 years at ISG starting out as a Senior Project Manager before becoming Construction Director responsible for Construction and Fit Out within the retail & commercial sector.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Daryl Thompson |
Position |
Pre-Construction Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Ultra Finishing Ltd, M3, Spring & Company Monarch Inc Thermatrix Inc |
Customers I have worked with |
Walmart, Asda, Lidl, University of Leeds, University of Sheffield, Legal and General, Realm, Costa Coffee, Sheffield Hallam University, Pfizer, Apple |
Summary
Daryl commenced his career in the Pharmaceutical industry before moving to the USA where his career moved closer to construction. After a period in Washington DC he returned to the UK and commenced work in specialist areas of construction before focusing on Retail and Other Live Environment Sectors.
Daryl played a key role in the planning and development of his business across these sectors until moving into a property and manufacturing role and eventually joining Sigma Group. At present Daryl manages complex projects and develops the delivery with a number of new clients.
His interests include design, and technology specifically applied to the property sector whilst also playing an active role in the Business Development activities
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Paul Salt |
Position |
Account Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Allied Breweries, Burmah Castrol, Vision Express, Claire’s Accessories, |
Primark, Nike, HMV, The Works, JDPLC, Arcadia |
Yorkshire Water, Department For Education, Santander, Dr Oetker, Maple Leaf Bakeries, B&Q, ASDA, Primark. |
Summary
Paul is a highly experienced and resourceful Account Manager having worked both directly for major retailers and serviced them as a client. With over 620 stand alone stores completed and over 600.000 sq ft of space successfully handed over.
Having worked with and importantly for many of the UK’s most active retailers Paul has been involved with some of the most aggressive expansion on the high street and is fully conversant with all aspects of a client’s requirements. Paul has worked in all of the major shopping centres and outlets across the UK and fully understands the challenges that retail faces in today’s fast moving and ever changing landscape. Possessing a commercially agile attitude along with surveying and site qualifications he is ideally placed to support and advise clients on Retail Development and Structure in the UK.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Gregg Nolan |
Position |
Framework Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Tesco, Sharkey |
Customers I have worked with |
Primark, Decathlon, ASDA, IPL, The Works |
Summary
Joining Sigma over three and a half years ago as a Contracts Manager, Gregg has worked his way up to become a Framework Manager on the Primark account. As a Retail Manager of 25 years, he has first-hand experience of working in a live trading environment, which lets him know exactly how the store teams operate and can therefore minimize any impact the refurbishment works may have on the stores.
Working with one of Europe’s most demanding retailers, Gregg understands the challenges project management poses from initial feasibility, through design and cost collation, to delivering exacting standards via the on-site operation. He co-ordinates a team of Contract Managers, Designers and Commercial Managers to deliver consistent outstanding schemes for his clients. His integrity and drive help him lead his team to build strong working relationships with contractors and clients alike to ensure every process of the project is seamless.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Ben Tiffany |
Position |
M&E Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
BMG Solutions Ltd |
Customers I have worked with |
Asda, Sainsbury’s, HMV, Health Care, ISG, Primark, Go Outdoors, Pets At Home, Ossett Brewery. |
Summary
Ben is a highly experienced Mechanical and Electrical professional in managing fast paced commercial space changes.
His success is based on a customer centric approach, Ben has a broad skillset and an ability to focus on delivering efficient ideas that meet the clients needs.
Ben's background had included senior roles delivering at BMG Solutions and A. Baker Electrical Contractors Ltd.
His recent customers have included Asda, Sainsbury's, HMV, Health Care, ISG, Primark, Go Outdoors, Pets At Home and Ossett Brewery.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Andy Thornton |
Position |
Senior M&E Estimator |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Hall Electrical, Beaumont & Blackburn, SIAS Building Services, CLG, Elite Maintenance Services, Sigma |
Customers I have worked with |
Kirklees Council, ASDA, NHS, Caddicks, ISG, Simon’s Construction |
Summary
Andy’s started as an apprentice at Hall Electrical before joining Beaumont & Blackburn in 1994 as an electrician. In 2005 Andy began life as an estimator managing smaller contracts up to £100k. Joining Sigma in 2015 as an estimator, Andy has developed his skills and progressed to Senior M&E Estimator where he now manages a team of 3 supporting clients such as Asda, Sainsbury’s and Workspace in project values ranging from £100k to £1m.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Lee Revill |
Position |
Electrical Qualifying Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Rightrades, Unite Students, Calbarrie. |
Customers I have worked with |
Asda, Primark, Ignite, Go Outdoors |
Summary
In 1991 Lee trained to become an electrician, since then Lee has held a number of a wide-ranging roles including Domestic, Commercial & Industrial before joining Calbarrie Ltd as a Qs managing electrical testing engineers.
Managing the compliance of a £21 million LED lighting scheme on behalf of Unite Students Lee moved on to Qs and manage on call emergency electricians for the insurance industry. During this time he became an Electrotechnical associate assessor for the Niceic, enabling him to fast track Electricians/Electrical contractors to approved contractor status under the Niceic scheme. Now working for Sigma Lee ensures technical compliance and quality of work on all site electrical schemes, the Niceic together with other external organisations, partners and suppliers, helping to build strong relationships.
The change to a more management/supportive role in recent years has enabled Lee to help & support colleagues which he also finds rewarding.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Stuart Thomas |
Position |
Consolidation Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
TNT Logistics, CEVA Logistics, Unipart Group |
Customers I have worked with |
Tesco, ASDA, Sainsburys, Kimberly Clark, ASOS, B&Q, Coles, Waterstones, NHS and Boots Walgreens. |
Summary
Stuart is a highly experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Supply Chain Logistics professional with demonstrable achievements in the FMCG, Health and Retail and Utility sectors.
Pragmatic, self-motivated, commercially oriented and results driven with excellent analytical, strategic and tactical planning abilities, Stuart delivers focused achievements through motivated team play.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Michael Morris |
Position |
General Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Amazon, The Coca-Cola Company, Rank Hovis McDougal, Associated British Foods, Glastonbury Festival. |
Customers I have worked with |
Tesla, Nike, Walgreen Boots Alliance, Cadbury, Ben&Jerries, SKY, Sony, Apple, Save The Children, Amnesty International, Virgin, PinPointer, Winning Pitch, Rebels At Work, Kaizan Institute, Centrica, Tesco, John Lewis, Sainsbury, Marks&Spencer. |
Summary
Having achieved success and growth at a Senior Manager level within both The Coca-Cola Company and Amazon.com I moved into consultancy and interim work which involved me with Sigma Group. I accepted the role of General Manager at Sigma Group because I embrace the culture of a strong commitment to continuous improvement, Safety and customer excellence.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Martin Smith |
Position |
General Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Lloyd Fraser Distribution, Bibby Distribution Ltd |
Customers I have worked with |
Asda, M&S, Debenhams, Tesco, Sainsburys, Primark, HMV, |
Summary
As one of the original team of colleagues at the commencement of Sigma, Martin has had first-hand experience of the business strategies allowing him to work in every Sigma division to scale up the business through development of each of our services.
Martin is a skilled, strategic management professional with over 25 years of cross-industry experience in business leadership and organisational development with a demonstrated track record of success in building best-in-class operations that provide significant contributions to the bottom line.
Talented at directing sales and business operations and handling end-to-end management of organisational planning and stability, Martin is adept at recruiting and growing star-quality talent to create core teams of professionals who consistently deliver above and beyond expectations.
Additional skills, include developing and implementing structured processes that streamline business and team management.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Sarah Hunter |
Position |
Head of Projects, ACC Morley |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Next Plc |
Customers I have worked with |
Yorkshire Water, Department For Education, Santander, Dr Oetker, Maple Leaf Bakeries, B&Q, ASDA, Primark. |
Summary
Having acquired skills from starting her career as an administrator and progressing to her current position as Head of Projects, Sarah is well experienced in meeting the demands of the client. Sarah is one of Sigma’s longest serving employees and has worked on the ASDA contract for over a decade.
Sarah has first-hand experience in all of ACC’s workstreams, including refresh, new stores, rollouts and the store support function. As a result, she can recognize the key skills required to ensure ASDA’s expectations are not only met, but exceeded, and that the team in place are skilled as such. Leading by example, Sarah strives to bring out the best in others, promoting passion, integrity and versatility ensuring the best service to the customer as well as a happy and motivated work force.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Kate Goodyear |
Position |
Account Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Farnell electronics, Alliance Healthcare, TK Max, Vow, Eland Cables |
Asda |
Sainsburys, Morrisons, Tesco, Dixons Carphone warehouse, Boots, Lloyds Pharmacy, Co-op, Next PLC, Moss Brothers, Marks and Spencers |
Summary
Management experience including Facilities, Warehouse and quality management as well as procurement and supply chain management. My role as account manager is customer facing and with the knowledge and experience gained above working directly for retailers, wholesalers and third parties I have a wealth of operational understanding whic h I am able to share with my client and assist them in shaping their processes and controls within the GNFR environment.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Simon McCurdy |
Position |
Group Transport Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
British Gypsum, Mabey Hire, Hewden, Nightfreight, MGF Excavation Safety Solutions, MSL Global |
Customers I have worked with |
Asda, Boots, Footlocker, Primark, Sainsburys / Argos |
Summary
Simon has more than twenty years of experience in the area of niche logistics, spanning industries from event support and manufacturing to specialized construction plant hire. He is experienced at setting up transport operations from the ground up and has implemented transport projects in a variety of fields.
Simon joined Sigma in January 2017 with the goal of creating Sigma’s own in-house logistics fleet and developing our 3rd Party Logistics (3PL) network. This was critical as we expanded our consolidation offering to our customers and absorbed new business into the Sigma portfolio.
Working closely with established logistics partners, Simon has also expanded the network of transport partners to cater for the growing international needs of our customers along with the national customer accounts that Sigma support.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Eamonn Lynch |
Position |
Operations Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Tesco, Wincanton |
Customers I have worked with |
Britvic, British Airways, Heinz, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Argos, Primark, Tesco |
Summary
Eamonn is vastly experienced within a third-party logistics environment, having a successful record within ambient, chilled, frozen, and automated environments. His knowledge and experience have contributed to deliver excellent results on behalf of clients during his nine years with Sigma
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Nino Calandra |
Position |
Fixtures Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Alan Nuttall Ltd, Alan Nuttall Partnership Ltd |
Customers I have worked with |
Asda, Co-op, Morrisons, The Works, Tesco, Sainsbury, Monsoon, Accessorize, Claire’s, Amtico, Harrods, George, Debenhams, Waitrose, BP, Compass, World Duty Free, Pret, Argos, Habitat, Holland & Barrett, Costa, Fortnum and Mason, Calvin Klein, GNC, Hilton Hotels, Foxtons, Burger King, Hobbs, Westfield, Wyevale Garden Centre, Poundland. |
Summary
In a career spanning 40 years, starting out as a shop fitters apprentice, Nino has progressed assuming roles such as production manager, contracts manager, account manager, operations manager, operations director, CEO & Managing Director.
Nino’s career has seen him directly involved with design and development, project management, manufacture wood and metal, delivery, installation, customer relationship management and sales.
Experienced at managing multi-million-pound contracts for a range of blue-chip clients, Nino's success has been based on a customer centric approach, building lasting relationships and striving to deliver the best product and service at the best price.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Richard Court |
Position |
Operations Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Edmonds Shopfitters, AMS Retail interiors |
Customers I have worked with |
Footlocker, Primark, Premier Inn, Mamas & Papas, Sainsbury’s |
Summary
Richard joined Sigma in 2017 as part of Sigma’s acquisition of AMS and has brought invaluable experience and knowledge to the role. After many years in the supply of bespoke fixtures he brings a wealth of experience, which has been based on the solid foundations of a joinery apprenticeship. This has meant that the role he now holds of Operations Manager is forged from the ground up, understanding the intricacies and specific demands of all aspects of delivering a quality product to discerning customers.
Richard’s skills involve a comprehensive knowledge of all key elements in the implementation of fixtures; from design, prototyping, value engineering, store roll outs as well as working within commercial and client budget parameters Working with some of the UK’s largest high street retailers, Richard understands fully the challenges and tailored requirements that the various retail sectors pose, which includes both multi-store rollouts and refits. Richard is a team player with excellent communication and inter-personal skills. He consistently supports and enhances the Sigma group to enable the delivery of the best possible service to all customers around the world
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Thomas Fletcher |
Position |
Projects Director |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Sigma |
Customers I have worked with |
ASDA, Primark, Sainsbury’s, The Works, Boots |
Summary
With over 14 years’ experience in the GNFR retail sector, Thomas is a highly energetic individual working with some of UK’s largest blue-chip retailers.
From warehousing and consolidation of retail fixtures to site implementation, Thomas has a versatile understanding of retail change. His determination to provide exceptional service has led to various client recognition awards.
Thomas has been part of the Sigma journey from inception holding senior roles within the Consolidation division and most latterly the Projects division.
His most recent customers include ASDA, Primark, Boots and Sainsburys landing projects up to the value of £1 million.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Paul Ramsdale |
Position |
Account Manager; ASDA Asset |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Construction Main Contractors, John Doyle Group, Brennan Group, Ambient Group. |
Customers I have worked with |
ASDA, Barclays Bank, Jewson’s, and many more. |
Summary
Joining Sigma in in 2016, Paul began work as a Contracts Manager before quickly moved to Account Manager within the ASDA Asset work stream. Prior to Sigma, Paul worked as a Project Manager for Kings Security Systems on a Barclays bank ATM roll-out.
Knowledgeable in retail, having worked in the sector for the past 9 years, Paul has worked in Construction for over 35 years as a Senior Project Manager in Main Contracting, Managing Projects, New Build’s and Refurbishment’s up to £50m with the new build’s from Brown/Green field sites.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Claire Crowe |
Position |
Project Support Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Halifax plc, Arcus Consulting, Retail Projects |
Customers I have worked with |
Yorkshire Water, Severn Trent Waster, ASDA, Tesco, Sainsburys, Primark |
Summary
Claire has been with Sigma since 2009 and currently works within the Installations Division of Projects. Leading the support function, Claire assists the Project Managers with their day to day tasks so that they can land the projects efficiently whilst also tracking financials and invoicing.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Louise Hickford |
Position |
Head of Design |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
HB Projects, Darnton B3, ASDA |
Customers I have worked with |
ASDA, Primark, M&S, The Works, Morrisons |
Summary
Joining Sigma in 2017 to establish the in-house Design Department, Louise brings over 25 years of experience working in the construction industry teamed with her architectural background. Louise leads a team working across all Sigma divisions providing an end-to-end design service. She is passionate about developing creative solutions which deliver the best value to customers. Having a career which has always had a strong retail focus, Louise fully understands the demands of the sector and is responsive and adaptable in a fast-paced environment with a meticulous eye for detail.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Steven Westmoreland |
Position |
Head of Commercial, Procurement & Estimating |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Al Jassra Group, Urbacon WLL, ISG, PORR Bau |
Customers I have worked with |
ASDA, Sainsburys, Primark, Marks & Spencer |
Summary
Steven is a results oriented commercial executive with extensive experience delivering multimillion pound high profile projects both in the UK and abroad to achieve the highest levels of profitability, performance and industry standing. Steven is a forward thinking driven individual adept at identifying and maximizing opportunities for business growth. A proven commercial leader skilled at managing all aspects of people, process and technology with full accountability and a continuous focus on optimization and efficiency with regards day to day operational procedures. Steven is a Chartered Construction Manager sanctioned by the Chartered Institute of Building and was awarded fellowship membership status (FCIOB) in 2013 and considers his involvement with these professional bodies as a career highlight and source of pride.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Lukasz Olszewski |
Position |
Head of Procurement |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Vinci Construction Plc, Construction Marine, Murphy Group, Sigma Group |
Customers I have worked with |
Network Rail, Highways England, Department of Transport, National Grid, Siemens Energy, Vattenfall , Nexans , RWE , Cadent Gas , TFL , ASDA , M&S , Sainsbury |
Summary
Lukasz joined the business in October 2021 and has many years of experience working within the construction, rail, and civil engineering sectors as a Senior Procurement Officer. He has gained a wide and varied knowledge of products and services and acquired many business contacts during this period.
Lucasz strives to make a difference by providing a strategic approach to Sigma’s procurement department, supply chain and clients. He has spent the last 6 years working for one of the top Tier 1 contractors – Murphy Group.
Key Areas of Expertise
Name |
Adam Beesting |
Position |
Commercial Manager |
Businesses I have worked for (as an employee) |
Intercity Glazing, Cardinal Limited, Styles&Wood, Sigma Group |
Customers I have worked with |
Primark, Marks & Spencer, ASDA, Sainsburys, University of Huddersfield, Moda Living, Hero Wellbeing |
Summary
Adam joined the business in 2019 with an extensive portfolio of blue-chip retail fit-out contracts throughout the UK, Europe and even the Middle East. He comes with a strong affinity for all aspects of construction with a proven track record for successful delivery of multi-million pound construction, retail and specialist interior fit-out projects.
Adam has gained progressively responsible duties over 20 years, based on a commercially biased background with a professional, dedicated and practical connection to all aspects of the construction industry.
Key Areas of Expertise
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