Civil and structural engineering consultancy CWA has appointed a new engineering director.
John Panesar has joined the growing Birmingham practice from Stewart and Harris where he was also civil engineering director.
The 48-year-old has more than 25 years of experience in all aspects of civil engineering.
He began his career as a site engineer with Higgs and Hill after graduating with an honours degree in civil and structural engineering from Bradford University.
During his career he has designed, managed and delivered a wide range of projects from domestic housing to multi-million pound commercial developments.
CWA, which is based in the Jewellery Quarter and was founded in 2011, has and is on target to top the £2 million turnover mark by the end of 2014.
Director Steve Wedge said the consultancy saw John Panesar's appointment as a significant coup.
"We are expanding rapidly across all sectors with a wide range of projects. To get someone with John's reputation and experience is a big plus for us and will add to the capabilities of our excellent team," he said.
Mr Panesar added: "I am joining CWA at a particularly exciting time as the consultancy rebrands and prepares for a fast-growing future, working with a variety of high profile and blue chip clients."
