McLaren Construction is cranking-up its focus on the building safety and refurbishment market.

The firm confirmed that it has promoted Paul Woodhams to the newly created role of Managing Director, Building Safety & Refurbishment

Woodhams joined McLaren in 2021 as Operations Director and has successfully led a wide range of projects including complex and large-scale remediation programmes of residential and mixed-use estates.

He will continue to grow a team which specialises in building safety, regulatory compliance, complex building re-modelling, re-cladding, passive and active fire protection upgrades, home interior, and mechanical and electrical upgrades.

John Butten, Managing Director for Regeneration, said: “Building safety and refurbishment is a growing market for our business, as developers seek to comply with the latest building regulations.

“Paul stepping into a Managing Director role focussed on this sector underscores our commitment to deliver excellence and support our clients.

“Paul will oversee a growing team that is experienced in the intricacies of remediation programmes – often delivered in live environments and occupied buildings – and is dedicated to solving the most complex of challenges.”

Woodhams added: “As I am stepping into my new role I look forward to expanding our capabilities in building safety and refurbishment, continuing to build our team and invest in our talent. My focus will be on identifying opportunities in this sector and responding to our clients’ needs and requirements.”