Specialist facade contractor Hamilton (Building Contractors) has appointed Martin Walker MCIOB as regional director for the south, as the company continues a period of exceptional growth.
Walker was one of the first six construction professionals to complete CIOB’s Principal Contractor Competency Certification Scheme (PCCCS) in late 2024. This set a new benchmark for the skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours expected of principal contractors.
He brings over 20 years of experience in delivering high-value, complex construction projects across the UK for industry giants including Balfour Beatty and Mulalley.
Walker will be based at the company’s new Dartford office. His appointment comes during a period of growth for Hamilton, with turnover set to double to over £50m in 2025. In line with this expansion, 15 new team members have joined the company this year, strengthening both the health and safety and management teams.
I’m thrilled to be joining Hamilton at such an important time in the company’s journey
Walker said: “I’m thrilled to be joining Hamilton at such an important time in the company’s journey. The construction industry on the whole is navigating a challenging landscape at the moment with rising costs, skill shortages and constantly evolving regulations creating pressures across the sector.
“However, these challenges also present opportunities and Hamilton is perfectly placed to leverage its expertise and collaborative approach to deliver safe, high-quality projects that meet the demands of today’s market and build resilience for the future.”
Hamilton is currently delivering a wide range of schemes, including facade and refurbishment works at Burley Street in Leeds, extensive external upgrades at Lewisham Park Towers in London and a large-scale social housing retrofit programme in Hull.
