Ordinary member to ICE Trustee Board 2026

As a highly experienced Chartered Engineer with a strong consultancy background over a forty-year career, I have worked at all levels, from formulating strategic direction at board level, to major project and programme delivery, leading projects up to £1.9Bn in value.

Within the Tetra Tech Design and Engineering Group, I am the Head of Secure Projects Portfolio, leading specialist multi-disciplinary engineering and estate management professionals across several HMG departments including Ministry of Defence, FCDO and Government Property Agency. Due to the nature of this work, a high level of confidentiality and GDPR governance is required.

Recently appointed as a Board Director at SER Ltd, I act in accordance with The Companies Act 2006. Promoting the success of the company, exercising independent judgement and using reasonable skill and diligence. My role also requires me to serve on both the Conduct and Disciplinary Panels, conduct meetings with government ministers and civil servants as well as to chair SER events.

As an Army Reserve Officer in the Engineer & Logistics Staff Corps holding the rank of Colonel, I have sat as a Non-Executive Director on 12 Group Command Board, providing board level governance and oversight to 3No. Royal Engineer Regiments (Construction) and 5No. Royal Engineer Works Groups (Design).

My past ICE service includes election to both the National Council and Regional Committees. Whilst sitting on ICE Council, I was a member of the Audit Committee working closely with the Director of Finance and the external auditors, Grant Thornton assessing financial and corporate risk to the Institution and its charitable status as a Learned Society. This committee role provided governance oversight of the financial strategy and operations of the Institution on behalf of the Council and reported accordingly. Having undertaken this role, I am aware of the duty of prudence and care required of a Trustee, along with the requirements and regulations associated with the Royal Charter, it's By-Laws and UK Charity Legislation.

All my experience has required the necessary budgetary planning, financial management and reporting. Within my Staff Corps role, financial investments are reviewed regularly as a cohort to ensure any investment vehicles such as stocks or mutual funds are performing adequately and providing positive returns. In a previous Director role, I have managed property investments generating rental income and also appreciation in value, managing the asset accordingly to ensure maximum value.

In summary, my professional experience as a Board and Discipline Director has provided me with the responsibility for strategic development, governance oversight and safeguarding of the business, both technically and financially with responsibility for setting budgets, profit and loss reporting and technical conformance. In addition, my past institutional roles and responsibilities have provided me with the necessary experience of institutional governance that I believe is essential for the role as advertised.

Proposed by: Chaido (Yuli) Doulala-Rigby, Jon Prichard, Christopher Adams, David Spacey, Darren Page.

I am seeking re-election as Trustee for Finance, Assurance and Risk. My involvement with the ICE began as a QUEST scholar and has continued through decades of volunteering on committees including Thames Valley, GSNet, ICE France, the Europe Regional Committee, International Committee, Council, NOMCO, and Trustee Board. I am passionate about the ICE’s mission and deeply committed to maintaining its reputation, shaping its vision and strategy, and ensuring effective governance.

Civil engineering is not just my profession but my vocation, and I am inspired by the positive impact our work has on society, creating sustainable infrastructure, improving lives, and supporting resilient and diverse communities. I believe strongly in the ICE’s role as a leader in advancing the art and science of civil engineering, and I am proud to contribute to an organisation that champions innovation, professionalism, and public benefit.

With 31 years in the industry as a Chartered Member and Fellow of the ICE, I have a strong understanding of the civil engineering sector and the challenges faced by our members. I have consistently dedicated time and energy to my trustee and committee roles, ensuring thorough preparation and active participation in meetings and decisions. My professional experience leading major international infrastructure projects provides insight into evolving sector needs. I have set and managed organisational budgets, adopted communications to comply with GDPR and have some hands-on experience of managing people.

I am well-versed in trustees’ legal duties and uphold high ethical standards, ensuring all decisions benefit the ICE as a whole. My tenure as Chair of FARC has strengthened my expertise in governance, risk management, and financial oversight. I have contributed to the development and oversight of the ICE’s strategy, aligning financial planning and risk management with long-term objectives. I champion my Trustee portfolio and actively support the ICE’s priorities, embracing the values of the 2030 strategy: Trusted, Sustainable, and Intelligent.

As an effective communicator, I participate with professionalism and integrity, working collaboratively within the Trustee Board and respecting diverse perspectives. I exercise independent judgement, constructively challenge proposals and uphold the ICE’s shared values of integrity, competence and collaboration.

My leadership roles within the ICE and external organisations have provided valuable governance experience. Over the past three years, I have led FARC through significant change, including working with three different group finance directors, which has reinforced the importance of steady leadership and continuity that I can provide. I have contributed to the selection of a new investment manager for the ICE and provided financial oversight as Trustee for Finance.

If re-elected, I will continue to provide experienced, stable leadership for the Finance portfolio. My priorities are to help the ICE navigate the current financial environment, maintain transparency and accountability, and ensure our finances support the Institution’s strategic objectives. It would be an honour to serve the ICE and its members for another term, bringing continuity, expertise, and a collaborative approach to this vital role.

Proposed by: Paula McMahon, Priti Parikh, Richard Bayfield, Lewis Barlow, Andy Alder.