Willmott Dixon, a leading construction and interior fit-out specialist, has announced the appointment of James Mackenzie as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
The announcement comes at a pivotal moment for the company, following Rick Willmott’s transition to Executive Chairman earlier in 2024 and Graham Dundas’ subsequent succession as CEO.
Mackenzie, who also ascends to the company’s main board, joins Willmott Dixon with an impressive background in finance within the construction and real estate sectors. Before his latest appointment, he played a crucial role as CFO for Willmott Dixon’s joint venture partnership with EcoWorld London for six years, a role in which he will continue to provide support.
His career spans over a decade of senior financial positions across several industry giants, including Balfour Beatty, Berkeley Group, and Kier, before his time at EcoWorld London. During his tenure at Berkeley Group Plc, he served as Finance Director at Berkeley Strategic, where he was instrumental in driving financial strategies and operational efficiencies. His roles at Balfour Beatty Investments and Interserve further solidified his expertise in operational finance and commercial strategy, making him a seasoned executive well-versed in navigating the financial landscapes of large-scale construction projects.
Chief Executive Graham Dundas expressed his enthusiasm for Mackenzie’s joining, noting, “James is closely aligned with our culture, values, and ethos and brings a lot of existing knowledge of Willmott Dixon. James’ breadth of experience will neatly complement our main board, and we are really looking forward to working with him to deliver our future growth plans.”
