Construction Leader of the Year

Bhangals Construction Consultants
Parm Bhangal

Parm Bhangal is an outstanding and inspirational, self-made leader who takes pride in being able to help his fellow industry professionals. His vision and ambition means that the companies and workforce he leads always strive for bigger and better and his empathy and kindness shines through in the way he deals with his staff and stakeholders. Parm willingly shares his knowledge and expertise to drive innovation and improvements in the construction industry and is now looking for acquisition opportunities in order to further grow his business.

Sir Robert McAlpine
Simon Richards

The importance of sustainability, in business and society generally, continues to grow. To deliver the necessary change, at the scale needed, requires strong, passionate leadership with clear direction and purpose. Simon provides that leadership in SRM. He’s been an ever-present voice in our business for 16 years, helping to shape our sustainability agenda and deliver lasting benefits to the environment and communities in which we work. His effectiveness as a leader is exemplified by SRM’s achievements and is an essential member of SRMs Senior Leadership Team, helping to evolve SRM and the industry to meet the challenges of the future.

Sustainable Building Services (UK)
Derek Horrocks

Derek Horrocks is one of the most respected professionals driving social change through decarbonising the UK’s homes, benefitting health, wellbeing, communities, and the economy. Alongside leading his own organisations, he holds director-level roles with bodies including the National Insulation Association, National Home Decarbonisation Group and The Retrofit Academy. His connections across government and position on its PAS steering group represents and pushes for excellence in decarbonisation at the highest level. One core mission drives Derek forward–making people’s lives life better, whether living in private or social housing - his leadership goes far beyond project delivery to make tangible difference.

Willmott Dixon
Julia Barrett

Julia Barrett’s sustainability leadership has seen Willmott Dixon's operational emissions cut by 48% whilst driving a £1.4bn customer-pipeline of net zero and Passivhaus projects. Her dedication to social impact has seen the company recognised with the King’s Award for social mobility and delivery of a £577m total social return on investment in 2023. Julia’s passion for green skills growth and increased diversity coupled with her determination to support supply chain partners, customers, and competitors to leave a positive legacy for people and planet is truly inspirational and sets her apart as a transformative leader in the UK construction industry.