Clancy Consulting narrows its focus
A restructure at the firm will see it close down its building services division, concentrating from here purely on civil and structural engineering.
Clancy said that the change marks a return to the discipline on which the business has built its reputation over 54 years, “strengthening its ability to support clients across the built environment and position itself for long-term sustainable growth”.
As part of these changes Clancy will step away from building services, following “a period of challenging market conditions and ongoing skills pressures within that sector”.
This has resulted in a number of redundancies., although Clancy is working to support members of the building services team to find work with other consultancies, helping to provide continuity for clients while safeguarding jobs.
In a statement provided to Place North West, a spokesperson said: “We have managed to save over 70 jobs. Unfortunately, the restructure has resulted in some redundancies within the practice. Where possible, colleagues have been supported through opportunities to transfer to another consultancy, helping to preserve employment and provide continuity for clients. Our focus has always been to minimise the impact on our people wherever possible.
“Discussions are progressing positively and we are pleased that, where possible, colleagues have the opportunity to continue their careers with another consultancy. Those conversations are ongoing, so we won’t comment on individual numbers.”
Chris Acton, chief executive of Clancy Consulting, said: “These essential changes mark the next chapter for Clancy. By returning our full focus to civil and structural engineering, we’re building on the expertise and reputation that have defined our business for more than five decades.
“We’re creating a business with greater clarity, greater focus and an even stronger platform for our future. Our clients will continue to receive the same high-quality service they know and trust, while we focus on the capabilities that will shape the future of our practice.”
The civil and structural engineering business will continue to be led by its board of directors.
As well as its office at Windmill Green in Manchester, Clancy has bases in Liverpool, Glasgow, Birmingham, London and Prestwick.
Clancy’s current portfolio includes work on Adelphi Village in Salford, a 20-year nationwide partnership with Holcim, and a long-standing collaboration with North Ayrshire Council delivering public sector projects across the region.
