en.Wedoany.com Reported - Amey has announced the appointment of Gert Vermeiren as Director of Engineering and Stephen Knott as Chief Operating Officer for its consulting business, strengthening the leadership team to drive growth in new markets.

Gert Vermeiren previously served as Senior Managing Director at AECOM, overseeing operations in the UK, Ireland, Europe, and India, leading large-scale complex projects spanning transportation, water, energy, environmental services, and major infrastructure delivery. With a 29-year career working in over 25 countries, he has led projects including the Stockholm Ring Road, Istanbul Airport, Riyadh Metro, Paris Metro, and Moscow Ring Road, as well as participating in pan-European transport portfolios. He also guided major aviation and infrastructure projects such as the Schiphol New Pier and the UK National Grid's Great Grid Upgrade programme.

Stephen Knott returns to Amey's consulting business as Chief Operating Officer after spending the previous four years managing strategic highway operations within the company's transport infrastructure division. In that role, he managed a large portfolio of operational contracts and strengthened the company's partnership with National Highways, driving business scale to £200 million. A member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), Stephen has over 20 years of experience in highways and infrastructure, with a proven track record in building and leading high-performing teams, delivering complex projects, and driving sustainable development. His extensive leadership experience in both consulting and operations enables him to lead delivery across the entire business unit and ensure consistently high-quality outcomes for clients in the UK and internationally.

Gert Vermeiren expressed his delight at joining Amey at a time when the company is expanding into new markets and building strong growth momentum. He looks forward to working with colleagues to strengthen engineering capabilities, support clients, and drive the next phase of growth.

Stephen Knott said he is excited to rejoin Amey's consulting business at a time of ambition and growth, believing that the strength and breadth of consulting services and client relationships provide a solid platform. He will focus on turning strategy into action, leveraging One Amey's expertise to support existing and future clients.

Colin Wood, Managing Director of Amey's consulting business, welcomed Gert and Stephen to the Amey Consulting Executive Leadership Team, stating that their appointments mark the next significant phase for the consulting business as the company continues to invest in senior leadership capabilities and enhance the expertise it provides to clients.

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