Mike Haigh

Biography

Mike was appointed managing director in January 2017 and is responsible for the day-to-day management and operational performance of our global business. Mike first joined the board in 2013. Most recently, he was managing director of our Europe and Africa region which has over 7,000 staff and revenue in excess of £820 million. Prior to this, Mike was the Regional Managing Director for the Middle East and South Asia, and before that a director in our water and environment team and manager of our water business, where he was instrumental in developing relationships with partners and clients to create integrated delivery teams. With over 30 years’ experience, Mike has a strong background in the general management, planning, and implementation of large infrastructure projects, with particular expertise in the water sector. Mike's commitment to working collaboratively in the industry was recognized when he was named the new chair of the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE). Mike is also a director of Mott MacDonald Bentley, our multi-award-winning integrated design and build contractor.

Research Interest

 general management, planning, and implementation of large infrastructure projects, with particular expertise in the water sector.