CECA North East appoints new board members

Civil Engineering Contractors Association North East (CECA North East) has appointed Lyndsey Boagey, Ian Glazinski, Mark Atkinson and Stephen Grimes as new board members.

The appointments bring fresh expertise to CECA North East’s efforts to strengthen the sector, particularly in light of the Government’s £600 million investment to address the skills shortage.

The new board members will focus on supporting local contractors and building a strong talent pipeline to ensure the growth and sustainability of the civil engineering sector in the region.

Lyndsey Boagey, said: “I am very pleased to join the board alongside Ian, Mark and Stephen. 

“I’m passionate about inspiring young people, especially young women, to pursue careers in civil engineering. 

“I was promoted to commercial manager just nine months after returning from maternity leave and this reflects the opportunities women have to thrive and progress in this industry. 

“As a member of the board, I look forward to raising awareness of the rewarding career paths in civil engineering. 

“The skills gap presents an exciting chance for young people to build meaningful careers and I’m eager to contribute to these efforts.”

CECA North East represents over 300 companies, employing nearly 250,000 people and delivering £15 billion worth of work annually across key sectors such as transport, energy, communications, waste, and water.

Stuart Miller, director and company secretary of CECA North East, added: “The expertise of our new board members – Lyndsey Boagey, Ian Glazinski, Mark Atkinson and Stephen Grimes – will be vital as we continue our work to address the skills shortage and support the development of a skilled workforce.

“CECA North East is committed to ensuring that civil engineering in the region remains a thriving, sustainable industry and these appointments will help us move forward in that mission.”

Ross Markwell, director of business development at Esh Group and chair of CECA North East, added: “The new appointments bring a diverse mix of experience and ideas to our board, which will help us better support our members.

“Lyndsey, Ian, Mark and Stephen are all highly respected professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to the table. 

“Their expertise will play a key role in strengthening our efforts to promote civil engineering as a viable and rewarding career choice in the region. 

“Our focus is not just on overcoming challenges but on creating new opportunities for the next generation of talent, from surveyors and engineers to groundworkers and plant operatives, there is a role for everyone in civil engineering.” 

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