Gateley Vinden appoints Heathcote as director

Chris Heathcote has joined the property and construction consultancy, with a focus on improving its project management and quantity surveying offering in the North.

Gateley Vinden, part of the broader Gateley Group, works across multiple sectors, including affordable housing, industrial, health, and leisure. Heathcote’s remit will delve into the company’s offering for the education, commercial, residential, and public sectors.

He brings with him experience as a Manchester-based associate director at Turner & Townsend and CBRE.

Heathcote will work from Gateley’s office in Ship Canal House off Manchester’s King Street as part of the company’s 220-strong staff.

Regarding his new role, Heathcote said: “Gateley Vinden has a strong reputation across the North, and I’m excited to be part of a team that’s continuing to grow and develop its presence in the industry.

“The seamless combination of construction consultancy guidance with legal expertise from across the wider group creates a unique and valuable proposition for clients navigating today’s complex market conditions.”

Gary Allen, director and head of project management and quantity surveying at the company, added: “Chris brings extensive experience, both as a contractor and consultant, to bolster our already excellent team in the North, which services clients from our office bases in Manchester and Leeds.

“His appointment will continue to strengthen and support our growing presence in the market, delivering a wide range of projects across the public and private sectors.

“We’re really excited about his appointment, and I look forward to seeing him settle in and begin to make his mark.”