Eric Wright Group promotes three to MD

Karen Hirst becomes managing director of Maple Grove Developments after joining the company as divisional director 18 months ago. A chartered surveyor with 28 years n the industry, her experience include delivering public/private property partnerships.

Karen said: “I’m looking forward to building on that success as managing director and would like to thank Chris Evenson for all his hard work in heading up the Property division for the last eight years.”

A chartered surveyor and specialist in planning and land acquisition, Colin has already successfully transformed Applethwaite from a business focussed on high-end homes in the Lake District to delivering larger schemes in South Lakeland and Lancashire. As managing director, he will continue to develop the company’s reputation and portfolio for quality family homes in village locations and bungalow developments for the over 55+ market across Lancashire.

During this time she has been responsible for developing the brand as a key strategic partner to the NHS and local authorities and evolved the company towards the development of an enviable property portfolio of health and care assets.

The group has also appointed divisional director Neal Whittle as managing director of Eric Wright Water, with a remit to continue to develop the £45m business as a leading contractor in the water sector.