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17/07/2024
Henry Boot Appoints New MD
Henry Boot has announced that Lee Powell, currently CEO of the national award-winning contractor GMI Construction, will assume the role of Managing Director, Henry Boot Construction, joining the business in January 2025.
Tony Shaw, the current Managing Director for Henry Boot Construction, will leave the business at the end of 2024.
Tony joined the business as an apprentice in 1985 and progressed to a number of positions, including Regional Manager and Operations Director before being promoted to Managing Director in 2021.
Lee's 28-year career to date has included senior positions at Wates Construction and Caddick Construction. More recently he has spearheaded the growth of the GMI Construction business in the north of England and the Midlands, delivering large-scale projects for clients such as Siemens, Bruntwood and Muse.
CEO of Henry Boot, Tim Roberts commented: "I'm pleased to welcome Lee to the Henry Boot Construction business, who joins us with a proven track record and extensive industry experience. Lee’s passion for delivering high-quality spaces and places aligns with what Henry Boot is all about – creating impact. Lee’s primary focus will be to restore and grow the business and I very much look forward to working closely together.
"At the same time, I wish Tony all the best in his future endeavours. He leaves the business on good terms and we appreciate everything he has done, contributing to the success of Henry Boot over the years."
Lee said: "Henry Boot Construction has a fantastic legacy and an excellent reputation for quality. I am excited to join the team in January. At a time when our sector still faces significant challenges, we now have a new Government who have put economic growth at the heart of their plans, and as a trusted construction contractor, we are ready to contribute towards this.
"I am taking over a business that puts its people, health and safety and customer satisfaction at the heart of all it does and I will help establish a new impetus within the business that will appeal to a wider spectrum of customers who can also enjoy the incredible service that Henry Boot Construction can deliver. I would like to thank Tony for his significant contribution to the business and wish him well for the future."
Tony Shaw, the current Managing Director for Henry Boot Construction, will leave the business at the end of 2024.
Tony joined the business as an apprentice in 1985 and progressed to a number of positions, including Regional Manager and Operations Director before being promoted to Managing Director in 2021.
Lee's 28-year career to date has included senior positions at Wates Construction and Caddick Construction. More recently he has spearheaded the growth of the GMI Construction business in the north of England and the Midlands, delivering large-scale projects for clients such as Siemens, Bruntwood and Muse.
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CEO of Henry Boot, Tim Roberts commented: "I'm pleased to welcome Lee to the Henry Boot Construction business, who joins us with a proven track record and extensive industry experience. Lee’s passion for delivering high-quality spaces and places aligns with what Henry Boot is all about – creating impact. Lee’s primary focus will be to restore and grow the business and I very much look forward to working closely together.
"At the same time, I wish Tony all the best in his future endeavours. He leaves the business on good terms and we appreciate everything he has done, contributing to the success of Henry Boot over the years."
Lee said: "Henry Boot Construction has a fantastic legacy and an excellent reputation for quality. I am excited to join the team in January. At a time when our sector still faces significant challenges, we now have a new Government who have put economic growth at the heart of their plans, and as a trusted construction contractor, we are ready to contribute towards this.
"I am taking over a business that puts its people, health and safety and customer satisfaction at the heart of all it does and I will help establish a new impetus within the business that will appeal to a wider spectrum of customers who can also enjoy the incredible service that Henry Boot Construction can deliver. I would like to thank Tony for his significant contribution to the business and wish him well for the future."
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