The CEO of Tilbury Douglas, Paul Gandy, will become the new vice president of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) in 2025
Gandy will follow Mike Kagioglou, who will become president after the current CIOB president, Sandi Rhys Jones, in 2024.
Gandy began as a trainee engineer at Trollope and Colls Limited in 1979. He has held leadership roles in several major construction companies, including Lend Lease, Balfour Beatty, Kier, and now as CEO of Tilbury Douglas. He is also a director at Build UK.
What does the CIOB do?
The CIOB is a professional association based in the UK that aims to promote the science and practice of building and construction for the public’s benefit. Paul has been a member of CIOB since 1987, becoming a Fellow in 1999. He has previously served on the board of trustees.
“The privilege of becoming a vice president of the CIOB is incredibly important to me. I love the construction industry and recognise that it has been extremely good to me over the 40-plus years that I have worked it in,” said Gandy.
“I am excited to have the opportunity to give something back, in particular, to help the industry face the challenge of competency that has been so clearly highlighted by the Building Safety Act. As a professional institute for the construction industry, we can and will be at the center of this important issue,” he added.
Gandy looks to spread positivity in the construction industry
Gandy intends to use his position to raise awareness about the positive impact that the construction industry can have on society.
“The work we do is at the heart of resolving the carbon challenge the country faces, and we provide tremendous opportunities for employment and self-development,” he said.
“We, however, need to break down barriers to entry and career development that exist and help the profession be recognised for what it is – a rewarding place to work and one where our contribution leaves footprints for generations to come,” he continued.
“I am looking forward to working with Paul and to welcoming him, not just as our new Vice President, but as the 122nd CIOB President, taking on the role in 2025,” added Caroline Gumble, chief executive of CIOB.
“Paul has a depth of experience that will make him a valuable addition to our team, and I know that he will offer leadership and the benefit of his expertise to the CIOB community and the wider sector at a time of change and challenges for this important industry,” she concluded.
