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20/03/2019

Marshall Construction Appoints New MD

Marshall Construction has announced the appointment of Brian McDermott as its new Managing Director.

Brian has been promoted from Operations Director of the General Building Division, bringing significant leadership experience and a deep understanding of the company to the role. He will be responsible for driving growth across the company and strengthening its position within the Scottish Construction market.

Brian said: "I will continue the company's delivery of high-quality projects coupled with outstanding workmanship. Our reputation for delivering exceptional work in partnership with our customers underpins our commercial success and I will build on this along with enhancing our reputation"

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"My appointment underlines the company's commitment to deliver new and improved services across all sectors in Scotland. After spending 30 years in various roles within the construction industry, it's an exciting prospect to be a part of a successful family owned company where our core values of quality, reliability and competent business practice have been rewarded with a reputation as a business that can be trusted to deliver a consistent quality service. I firmly believe that's what sets Marshall Construction apart from its competitors.

"I am very much looking forward to building on the successes that the company has experienced in recent years and driving the next stage of growth."

Robert Marshall, Chairman of Marshall Construction added: "I am delighted that we have promoted Brian to the position of Managing Director. I strongly believe that giving clear career paths and opportunities to existing employees will encourage loyalty and will be vital to the future success of the Company, allowing us to retain key members of staff who work the Marshalls way. As a colleague and friend, Brian has been hugely influential in developing the company and has the knowledge, experience and vision to face the challenges ahead and lead it into a new era of expansion and development."

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