Kier Construction has appointed Louisa Finlay as its chief people officer and member of the executive committee.
Finlay will move from her current post as clients and markets managing director on 6 March.
She takes over from Helen Redfern who is leaving Kier after 10 years to take up a role as chief people, sustainability and communications officer in a different industry.
Kier Group CEO Andrew Davies said: “[Redfern] has driven forward a progressive people agenda and has been an integral part of our leadership team. I wish her every success in the future.”
Davies added he was “delighted” at Finlay’s appointment.
He said: “[Finlay’s] wealth of experience in Kier and the wider construction sector, as well as her commitment to building excellence across all aspects of the people, health, safety, wellbeing and sustainability agendas, mean she is well placed to our lead people function and drive progress across these vital strategic areas.”
Finlay has worked for Kier for 30 years, joining as a trainee engineer. She has held various posts, including managing director of the Kier Southern Construction business.
In her current role she has responsibilities for key frameworks, clients and markets. She is also lead on environmental and social sustainability.
Finlay is a trustee of the Construction Industry Training Board, and a member of BuildUK. She is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Building, and the Construction and Property Industry Mentoring Circle.
