ABERDEENSHIRE-based Kirkwood Timber Frame has appointed Barbara Massie as business development director and promoted Steven Robbie to technical director designate.
The firm said the moves follow its commitment to expanding its market share and driving advancement to modern methods of construction (MMC).
Leveraging its ‘state-of-the-art’ facility and ‘innovative’ build systems – including open panel, closed panel, and floor and roof cassettes – the company said it aims to play a key role in shaping the future of the UK timber frame industry.
Barbara Massie has over 19 years of experience in the construction industry, having held roles such as regional director at NorDan UK and trading director for north England and Scotland at Travis Perkins PLC. Her focus will be on cultivating customer partnerships, building relationships, and ensuring the company remains a leading solution provider.
Barbara said, “Throughout my construction career, I have always had a passion for timber frame and I have followed the growth of Kirkwood Timber Frame as well as celebrated its successes along the way. My primary focus is to deliver strong results and adapt to the ongoing challenges and shifts within the industry. I am dedicated to promoting, developing, and establishing Kirkwood Timber Frame as a market leader in modern methods of construction (MMC) in both Scotland and England.”
Steven Robbie has been promoted to technical director designate, marking his first directorial role. Joining Kirkwood Timber Frame in 2021 as a technical manager, Steven has 24 years of experience and the promotion is said to reflect Kirkwood’s dedication to nurturing talent and growing its internal expertise.
With a focus on training and mentoring, Steven’s role is tipped to enhance the capabilities of the team, utilising Kirkwood Timber Frame’s automated production facility to drive efficiencies and contribute to the company’s overall growth.
Malcolm Thomson, MD of Kirkwood Timber Frame, said, “The new appointments are pivotal for Kirkwood Timber Frame as we expand the business and support the government’s roadmap towards promoting timber as a critical building material and achieving net zero. Timber and offsite manufacturing will play a crucial role in sustainable building, and the growth opportunities here are incredible, supported by Barbara and Steven in their new roles.”
