Richard has over 27 years’ experience in ground engineering and is Joint Managing Director at Central Alliance following founding the business in 2006, and subsequent acquisition by RSK in 2018. As an Engineering Geologist, Richard started his career as an Engineer and Site Agent on large ground investigation projects including major highways, rail and water schemes across the UK and Ireland, following which he gained geotechnical design experience, specifically in rail geotechnics. He has a passion for applying technology, innovating, and diversifying the range of ground engineering technical services that the business provides, opening a global market.