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Selway Joyce has announced that Katherine Innes Consulting (KIC) and its founder, Katie Innes, have joined the firm to strengthen its offer across the heritage, culture and education sectors.
Project Management and Quantity Surveying Consultancy, Selway Joyce has announced that Katherine Innes Consulting (KIC) and its founder, Katie Innes, have joined the firm to strengthen its offer across the heritage, culture and education sectors. The move forms part of Selway Joyce’s long-term growth strategy which aims to expand the company’s service offer over the coming years.
Due to celebrate its 70th anniversary next year, Selway Joyce is one of the leading firms in the high-end construction sector offering a range of services including quantity surveying, project management and building surveying. With particular strengths in prime residential, independent schools and luxury hospitality, the company has a portfolio of high-profile projects across the UK from Central London schemes and contemporary new build homes to the careful redevelopment of listed country houses, independent schools and commercial spaces.
Katie Innes founded KIC after holding senior project management positions at global firms. Focusing on complex heritage schemes, she has built a reputation for delivering projects in line with her ethos of strong leadership, clear communication and an ability to bring complicated proposals to life. Katie has worked on some of the UK’s most important heritage assets, including Westminster Abbey, the National Maritime Museum and Alexandra Palace, as well as with leading independent schools.
At Selway Joyce Katie will lead projects and business development across heritage, culture and education sectors. Her appointment reflects a considered decision to bring in expertise that aligns with the consultancy’s long-established presence.
Dean Adkins, Owner & Managing Director of Selway Joyce, said:
Katie has built an impressive business and a loyal client following. She is an exceptional professional and her experience across heritage and cultural projects makes her a natural fit for Selway Joyce.
We are seeing strong momentum across the practice, and this move positions us to continue to grow our presence in sectors where quality, care and long-term thinking are essential and enhance our position as a trusted partner for complex projects right across the UK.
Katie Innes added:
After three years of building KIC, I’m proud of the relationships we’ve formed and the reputation we’ve earned. Our work has always combined a personal, thoughtful approach with clarity and care, and I’m excited to continue this in my new role with the support and shared ambition of Selway Joyce.
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