Consultancy firm, WYG, has announced that Jim Mearns has joined the senior management team as a new Director and Head of Highways for the company's Irish business.

Mr Mearns Jim has over 30 years experience in project management, road design, construction & maintenance.

"I look forward to taking up my new position as Head of Highways at WYG Ireland," he said.

"Millions of people use our roads network throughout Ireland everyday for personal and business travel and using the knowledge, skills and experience I have gained over the years, I hope to deliver further successful projects for our clients and play a part in improving the roads infrastructure in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. I am eager to take on the challenge of identifying new opportunities for WYG’s highways team, at home and abroad."

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Ray Moore, Group Managing Director of WYG Ireland, added: "This is a great time for our highways business; historic and recent project successes demonstrate that we have a wealth of experience in this area. We are very pleased to have someone of Jim's calibre join our team.

"I have no doubt that the skills and knowledge he will bring as Head of Highways will enable us to continue to deliver excellent services and innovative solutions to our clients, while also helping to grow the business."

(NS/BMcC)