Julian Henley joins Drees & Sommer UK as the construction consultancy strengthens its leadership and infrastructure capability across the UK and Ireland.

Construction, real estate and infrastructure consultancy Drees & Sommer UK has appointed Julian Henley as Director of Infrastructure, strengthening its senior leadership team and supporting the continued growth of its infrastructure business across the UK and Ireland.

Julian brings more than 30 years of consultancy experience across government, defence, housing, regeneration, water, waste and industrial sectors, alongside a strong track record in work winning, innovation and strategic growth.

Based in Drees & Sommer UK’s Birmingham office, Julian will lead the development of the company’s social and technical infrastructure growth strategy across the UK and Ireland. His focus will include key client relationships, strategic frameworks and partnerships, major pursuits and closer collaboration with Drees & Sommer’s international teams to bring relevant global expertise to UK and Ireland clients.

His appointment on 1 September 2026 forms part of Drees & Sommer UK’s continued investment in leadership. It follows James Ryan and Graeme Fraser becoming Associate Partners and joining the UK Board, adding further experience and capacity as the business grows its UK capability and market presence.

Kenneth Wood, Managing Director at Drees & Sommer UK, said: “Julian’s appointment is another important step in strengthening our UK leadership team. He brings extensive infrastructure and public sector experience, together with a strong track record of developing client relationships, frameworks and new areas of business.

“His practical, collaborative approach is well suited to the way we work. Julian will help us connect our UK and international expertise more effectively, sharpen our focus on major opportunities and strengthen the support we provide to clients across the infrastructure market.”

Julian Henley, Director of Infrastructure at Drees & Sommer UK, said: “Drees & Sommer has strong international capability and a clear ambition to grow its presence in the UK infrastructure market. That gives us a real opportunity to build something distinctive, based on strong client relationships, capable people and consistently first-rate delivery.

“My focus will be on turning that opportunity into practical action. This includes developing our framework and strategic partner relationships, broadening the support we provide to infrastructure clients, taking a central role in the industry’s conversation, and bringing together the right expertise from across the UK and the wider Drees & Sommer group.

“People matter just as much as pipeline. I’m looking forward to working with colleagues across the business, supporting the development of our teams and further reinforcing Drees & Sommer as the go-to source for trusted expertise across the infrastructure sector.”