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Monday, December 1, 2025

Alan White Design Announces Strategic Leadership Transition to Propel Future Growth 

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Alan White Design (AWD), a leading civil engineering consultancy known for its award-winning work in Temporary Works, Access Engineering, and Structural Design, has announced significant changes to its leadership team.

Euan Strathearn will step up as the new Managing Director and Malachy Ryan will transition to the role of Strategy Director and Chair of the Board, effective April 2024.

This strategic development has been meticulously planned over the last two years, marking a natural progression for both company leaders. Euan Strathearn, who started with AWD as a graduate engineer over 12 years ago, is poised to steer the company towards new horizons. His promotion reflects his exceptional contribution and dedication to the firm’s growth and success.

In his new capacity, Malachy Ryan will focus on strengthening client relationships, business development, marketing, and representing AWD within the industry. His move enables a greater emphasis on strategic initiatives and long-term objectives, ensuring AWD continues to lead in innovation and client satisfaction. This change will allow both Malachy and Euan to better use their unique strengths to further the company.

Founded in 2000 by Alan White, AWD has established itself within the industry, winning numerous accolades, including the Millennium Product Award and the Institution of  Structural Engineers Structural Award; AWD’s reputation for delivering complex engineering solutions is unmatched. This leadership transition is set to further enhance the company’s ability to provide unparalleled service and innovative solutions to its clients.

Malachy Ryan had this to say about the changes: “We thrive on delivering products that  satisfy and inspire our clients. Our dynamic team of engineers offer our clients cross fertilisation of engineering principles to produce bespoke, one-off designs. We take a holistic approach to engineering design which has become our trademark, associated with quality and professionalism, and this is what makes us unique and creates the foundation for our continued success.”

For more information about Alan White Design and its services, please visit http://alanwhitedesign.com.

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