MARTIN Dalziel has been appointed project director to help drive delivery of the next phase of Aberdeen’s new £800 million Countesswells development.
Martin, formerly of New Ingliston Ltd & Highland Properties Group, has previously worked on high-profile projects including the Gyle Square office scheme in Edinburgh, which was awarded the British Council of Offices regional prize and the David Alsop Award for sustainability. He was MD of Robertson Property Ltd before joining Highland Properties Group.
300 homes have already been delivered at Countesswells by Stewart Milne Homes, Barratt, Kirkwood and CHAP, with many more currently under construction. The project is being taken forward by Countesswells Development Limited (CDL), a subsidiary of Stewart Milne Group
Martin Dalziel said, “Countesswells is a unique project which has gained recognition across the country for its innovative funding model and its approach to planning and place-making. I’m excited and honoured to have the opportunity to build on the significant progress to date.
“I am passionate about place-making and admire the fresh, innovative approach taken by CDL, which is based on traditional values and is creating a real sense of place with an authentic community spirit. I am looking forward to working with key stakeholders in the public sector to make sure that Countesswells is a truly special place to live and a major asset for Aberdeen.”
Stuart Macgregor, chief executive of Stewart Milne Group added, “We are thrilled to have someone with Martin’s experience join our growing team at CDL. He has an impressive track-record in delivering extremely positive results at every stage of the property development process. His collaborative approach to working with private and public sector stakeholders has been a key factor in unlocking the potential of the projects in which he has been involved.”
