Senior leadership changes unveiled at Considerate Constructors Scheme

Desiree Blamey is a seasoned finance and business executive with over 15 years of experience across construction, engineering and advisory sectors in both the UK and Australia. Her promotion follows her impactful tenure as CCS’s head of partnerships which included driving CCS’s partnerships with key contractors, developers, government stakeholders and industry trade bodies and institutions in the UK and Ireland.

CCS said the appointment marks a significant milestone in its leadership journey and commitment to inclusive, values-driven growth. It also completes the strategic expansion of the leadership team with a clear objective to amplify industry impact, elevate standards and drive best practice. 

Desiree began her career in Australia in senior accounting roles, followed by eight years at the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) as director of finance, where she led governance, financial restructuring and long-term growth initiatives.

As a passionate advocate for social equity and representation, Desiree has a particular focus on creating opportunities for women and underrepresented groups in construction. She has called for more ambitious action across the sector to eradicate sexual harassment. Desiree also serves as Treasurer of the Violence Intervention Project, a charity tackling youth violence.

April Comerford and Mark Field have also joined the leadership team. As director of corporate development, April will focus on strengthening relationships with key client partners and driving business growth. Mark, as director of operations, will lead efforts to streamline CCS operations and embed technological solutions.

Desiree Blamey, managing director for Considerate Constructors Scheme, said: “Stepping into the role of managing director at this pivotal moment is a defining opportunity to help shape the future of our industry. Construction transforms the world around us, it’s a force for progress, innovation and equity. I’m excited to work alongside our partners to raise the bar and challenge norms, while enabling an industry culture that’s safer, smarter and more inclusive.”

Les Copeland, interim non-executive chair for Considerate Constructors Scheme, added: “Desiree’s drive, depth of experience and clear vision align powerfully with our commitment to industry-wide transformation. Under her leadership, we’re ready to challenge conventions, deepen cross-sector collaboration and redefine standards of industry excellence.”