North East based PHS Solutions has appointed Mark Kearney as director to lead the business as part of its ambitious growth strategy.
The business provides main contractor services focussing on the delivery of construction, decarbonisation and regeneration projects to the residential and commercial sectors.
PHS Solutions is a subsidiary of parent group PHS and principle contractor, delivering turnkey solutions through established, highly skilled, customer-centric in-house delivery teams, 0800 Repair and Oakes Energy.
Working across the industry, the highly experienced team provide access to funding and delivers innovative, energy-efficient solutions to the public and private sectors.
Mark is highly regarded within the sector and brings over 25 years’ experience working in the housing and construction sectors. A post-graduate RICS Quantity Surveyor, he has held senior leadership roles across a range of regeneration and new build projects throughout the North of England, previously working for Engie (Keepmoat) and Wates Construction.
Mark will be responsible for growing the business and establishing it within the Built Environment sector. The creation of a new division within the PHS Group builds on the established reputations of 0800 Repair and Oakes Energy, with a view to offering domestic and commercial customers a seamless full-service experience.
Commenting on his appointment, Mark said: “I’m proud to be joining PHS at such a pivotal point in its growth. PHS Solutions represents a real opportunity to broaden what we can offer our customers, and I’m excited to be leading a team that’s focused on the customer, quality and innovation.
“I have a wealth of experience, knowledge and contacts within the social housing, local authority and built environment sectors and I fully understand the policies, governance and pressures our clients are facing. By delivering a full turnkey solution, PHS Solutions can support clients to deliver their projects and objectives.”
Phil Pallister, CEO at PHS, 0800 Repair and Oakes Energy, said: “Mark’s expertise and leadership in the sector made him the perfect appointment to drive and lead PHS Solutions forward. Establishing this new division within the Group, it enables us to bid for projects that were previously out of reach under our 0800 Repair and Oakes Energy brands. This expansion enables us to fulfil our commitment to providing reliable, end-to-end service for all our customers.”
PHS Solutions has secured a 10-year framework with Sunderland housing provider, Gentoo, as part of the Gentogether Partnership, for whole house refurbishments.