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29/01/2025
The LK Group Strengthens Its Team
Geo-environmental consultancy and remediation contractor, The LK Group, has strengthened its team with a trio of recruits.
The multidisciplinary company's latest raft of hires comprises a new director, associate director and remediation manager.
The geo-environmental specialist, headquartered in Manchester, now boasts a team of more than 50 people working nationally.
Nick Riding joins The LK Group as a Director. With two and a half decades of expertise in land quality services, Nick brings an impressive track record of success, having worked on numerous prestigious projects and dedicated the last 16 years to another well-known multidisciplinary consulting company.
Riding is set to make a major impact in his new role, he will bolster the company's ground investigation team, working with the existing directors to drive innovation and growth.
Commenting on his appointment, Nick said: "I am thrilled to join The LK Group at such an exciting time. The company’s commitment to supporting land development and delivering exceptional partnerships with our clients aligns perfectly with my professional values.
"I look forward to working with the talented team here and the exciting projects we have in the pipeline."
Meanwhile, Matthew Bell has been recruited as an Associate Director for the Flood Risk and Drainage department. With more than 18 years in flood risk consultancy. Bell strengthens the existing team at a pivotal moment for sustainable water management in the UK.
Will Fitzpatrick joins as Remediation Manager, with a wealth of expertise gained from his previous roles. His experience spans both residential and commercial markets working with diverse clients ranging from housebuilders to blue-chip companies.
Conor Leyden, Director at The LK Group said: "We're starting the new year off the right way. Following the refresh of our brand identity, we’re thrilled to welcome three new talented individuals—Nick, Matthew, and Will—to our team. They’ve joined us at such
an exciting time, as our ambitious growth plans drive us to scale up operations across the South West and Yorkshire.
"Expanding the team is always a proud moment for us, particularly given our roots as a family-run business. We know that having the right people in place is essential to delivering exceptional results for our clients, and these recruits will play a pivotal role in strengthening our capabilities. We can’t wait to see the impact they make in their respective roles."
The multidisciplinary company's latest raft of hires comprises a new director, associate director and remediation manager.
The geo-environmental specialist, headquartered in Manchester, now boasts a team of more than 50 people working nationally.
Nick Riding joins The LK Group as a Director. With two and a half decades of expertise in land quality services, Nick brings an impressive track record of success, having worked on numerous prestigious projects and dedicated the last 16 years to another well-known multidisciplinary consulting company.
Riding is set to make a major impact in his new role, he will bolster the company's ground investigation team, working with the existing directors to drive innovation and growth.
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Commenting on his appointment, Nick said: "I am thrilled to join The LK Group at such an exciting time. The company’s commitment to supporting land development and delivering exceptional partnerships with our clients aligns perfectly with my professional values.
"I look forward to working with the talented team here and the exciting projects we have in the pipeline."
Meanwhile, Matthew Bell has been recruited as an Associate Director for the Flood Risk and Drainage department. With more than 18 years in flood risk consultancy. Bell strengthens the existing team at a pivotal moment for sustainable water management in the UK.
Will Fitzpatrick joins as Remediation Manager, with a wealth of expertise gained from his previous roles. His experience spans both residential and commercial markets working with diverse clients ranging from housebuilders to blue-chip companies.
Conor Leyden, Director at The LK Group said: "We're starting the new year off the right way. Following the refresh of our brand identity, we’re thrilled to welcome three new talented individuals—Nick, Matthew, and Will—to our team. They’ve joined us at such
an exciting time, as our ambitious growth plans drive us to scale up operations across the South West and Yorkshire.
"Expanding the team is always a proud moment for us, particularly given our roots as a family-run business. We know that having the right people in place is essential to delivering exceptional results for our clients, and these recruits will play a pivotal role in strengthening our capabilities. We can’t wait to see the impact they make in their respective roles."
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