BURNS & McDonnell has strengthened its UK operations with the appointment of Neil Humphries as head of planning.
Neil brings 20 years of planning and project controls experience to the role. He previously served as head of project controls at a global engineering solutions company, with responsibility for the UK operations portfolio.
Neil will be based in the Glasgow office of Burns & McDonnell and will lead the planning function. He will focus on advancing industry best practices by further strengthening planning processes, managing project programmes, and working closely with commercial and engineering teams to support integrated delivery.
“I’m delighted to be joining Burns & McDonnell at a time of great importance for energy infrastructure across the UK,” Neil Humphries said. “My focus will be on seeing that the implementation of consistent planning principles continues to drive on-time delivery of critical projects in line with regulatory and client requirements. Beyond technical delivery, I intend to build upon the collaborative culture within the planning team to strengthen the firm’s reputation as a trusted partner across the UK.”
Jason Chandler, UK transmission and distribution MD at Burns & McDonnell, added, “Neil brings invaluable experience in planning and project controls, particularly in leading high-performing teams and embedding best-practice delivery. His appointment strengthens our capability at a time when the industry is facing increased regulatory demands, and his leadership will play an important role in supporting our work across the UK.”
Shawn Briggs, UK operations and senior MD at Burns & McDonnell, commented, “Effective planning is foundational to the successful delivery of complex infrastructure, and Neil’s technical understanding and leadership experience will enhance our ability to meet client expectations and support the energy transition. We’re delighted to welcome him to the team.”
