Systra UK & Ireland has appointed Jonathan Scott as Managing Director - Engineering, joining the Executive Board to drive growth and strengthen the company’s position as a leader in delivering sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions.
A Chartered Engineer with more than 30 years’ experience, Jonathan is a recognised figure in the transportation sector. Since joining SYSTRA in 2022 as Operations Director for High-Speed Rail, he has played a pivotal role in expanding the business into markets including energy, and water, and has overseen SYSTRA’s work on HS2 in the West Midlands and at Old Oak Common.
Jonathan has led major infrastructure projects, from both a client and contractor perspective, across the UK and internationally, including California High-Speed Rail and rail systems in the US, Canada and Taiwan. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Engineering Technology (IET) and of renowned rail infrastructure institution The PWI. Jonathan also lectures on degree courses at Glasgow Caledonian University for the Chartered Institution of Railway Operators (CIRO).
In leading the engineering business, Jonathan will work closely with the wider senior leadership team, market directors and colleagues across SYSTRA to deliver efficient, innovative, and sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions to clients. His commitment to technical excellence, coupled with an unwavering dedication to health, safety, security and wellness for all projects and people, will continue to shape Jonathan’s approach in his new role.
Nick Salt, CEO, said: “I am delighted to welcome Jonathan Scott to the Executive Board as Managing Director for our engineering business.”
“His extensive global expertise and proven leadership will be invaluable.”
“Having worked with Jonathan for the past few years I know we have a very safe and capable pair of hands taking on this role as SYSTRA Limited continues to grow across transport, energy, water and other markets.”
Jonathan Scott, Managing Director - Engineering, added: “I am thrilled to step into this role at such an exciting time for SYSTRA. With the breadth of expertise within our UK and Ireland teams, we are uniquely placed to deliver smarter, sustainable and more innovative solutions to the complex transport and infrastructure challenges our clients face.”
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