As Chief Digital Officer, Ben plays a vital role in driving the company's digital transformation. His mission is to advance our consultancy offer and to establish Gleeds as a leader in digital solutions and intelligence in the built environment.
Ben's motivation lies in elevating our productivity, performance and profitability, values that have guided his impressive career path. From starting as a quantity surveyor with stints in the UAE and Australia, he ascended to a Managing Director role in India, transforming the operation from a modest beginning to a powerhouse with nearly 500 employees, over 100 clients, and a significant regional presence.
Alongside the digital team he has shaped, he is a key figure in Gleeds' journey towards a tech-enabled future, exemplifying a blend of innovative leadership, commitment and team collaboration.
His affiliation with Gleeds began years ago, spurred by a partner's encouragement. Ben’s approach to work is deeply rooted in the company's core values: commitment to clients and people, a balance of creativity and realism in digital innovation, and combining professionalism with a personable touch.
I’m very proud of developing our new suite of digital and data solutions that solve industry problems, can be used in any sector, anywhere in the world, and all advance our construction consultancy service.
Ben's advice to newcomers at Gleeds is to reflect the company's values in your work. Outside the office, he enjoys a fulfilling home life, holidays, and watching sports. If not in his current role, he imagines a career in the broader business sector.