Global engineering and construction firm Burns & McDonnell has promoted Jason Chandler to the position of Transmission & Distribution Managing Director for the U.K., as it looks to drive its continued strategic growth in sector.

Chandler will be responsible for the strategic development, leadership and continued advancement of Transmission & Distribution project delivery in the U.K. He brings 34 years of experience in engineering, construction and project management across a range of industrial and infrastructure sectors, with the past 11 years focused on Transmission & Distribution project delivery.

After joining Burns & McDonnell in 2020, he has held a number of roles within Transmission & Distribution and most recently served as Regional Operations Director.

In these roles, Chandler has been instrumental in shaping and delivering the strategic vision for Burns & McDonnell, driving organisational change and embedding continuous improvement across global operations. His leadership has contributed to optimising delivery frameworks to better support organisational strategy and project outcomes.

Jason Chandler, U.K. Transmission & Distribution Managing Director at Burns & McDonnell, said: “I’m delighted to take on this new role and drive forward the work of the Transmission & Distribution practice in the U.K.

We have a brilliant team in place, and I’m excited to build on our strong foundations to deliver innovative, value-driven solutions for our clients. The U.K. has ambitious energy infrastructure plans, and I’m looking forward to supporting a more resilient and sustainable energy future.”

The appointment comes at an important time for both the Transmission & Distribution practice and Burns & McDonnell U.K. more broadly, as the company implements its strategy to further foster collaboration across its three U.K. offices, enhancing recruitment and client delivery.

Kyle Roberts, Executive Managing Director for the U.K. at Burns & McDonnell, said: “Jason’s promotion reflects the depth of talent we have at Burns & McDonnell. His proven experience, strategic mindset and track record of delivering complex projects make him the ideal person to lead the growth of our Transmission & Distribution practice across the U.K.

As we continue to expand and integrate our operations nationwide, Jason will play a pivotal role in strengthening collaboration across our offices and delivering long-term value for our clients.”

Shawn Briggs, Managing Director, EPC Projects at Burns & McDonnell, said: “We’re delighted to see Jason step into this new leadership role as we continue to invest in the strategic growth of our U.K. operations. His deep technical knowledge, commitment to client success and market intelligence aligns perfectly with our vision for expanding our EPC capabilities across the country.

Jason’s appointment marks another important step in strengthening our global Transmission & Distribution offering and reinforces our long-term commitment to supporting the U.K.’s energy transition and infrastructure development.”