Murphy appoints strategy and business development director

CEO Matthew Behan said: "I am delighted to welcome Bill to the team. With an impressive track record and extensive experience, Bill brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership credentials to Murphy.

"Leading our expansion plans for the growing market, Bill will use his extensive experience across the UK construction market to drive client relationships. He will also strengthen the company's position in its core markets, building on our excellent work in the infrastructure sector to date."

Bill Merry commented: "I am delighted to be joining such a respected brand and market leader. The pace of the economic recovery and the predicted rise in investment for the infrastructure market presents Murphy with an opportunity to significantly build upon and broaden its current portfolio and I very much look forward to helping with this.

Previously Business Development Director of Balfour Beatty Engineering Services, Bill has held a number of senior strategic and business development roles at Kier, Ballast Nedam and Walter Lawrence.

He has significant experience in both the public and private sectors, and has expertise in business and market strategy, work winning and executive leadership across a broad spectrum of construction markets.

Bill's appointment follows the recent announcement of Peter Walsh who joins Murphy as Operations Director of London & South, with responsibility for its civil engineering businesses within the region, including rail, tunnelling and piling. Peter's appointment is part of a number of pro-active changes within the company for the next phase of development.