CONSTRUCTION consultancy Knowles has appointed RICHARD MACKAY as a senior consultant in its Teesside office.

Mr Mackay has more than 30 years' experience in the management of construction projects and is a specialist in risk management.

He will take up a consultative role with Knowles, advising on contractual claims and dispute resolution and the development and implementation of risk management strategies.

Chris Metcalfe, vice president of the North-East and executive director of Knowles, added: "Richard's outstanding expertise and more than 30 years' industry experience will prove invaluable in further strengthening our growing team in Teesside."