Pivotal role for new director

Southdale, a North East construction company that specialise in social housing and public building works, has appointed Louise Buckton as its associate regional director.

Buckton, 36, will be based at the company’s Darlington office. She has over 15 years of experience in the construction industry and the social housing sector, having previously worked as commercial manager for Frank Haslam Milan in Sunderland.

“I’m relishing the opportunity to get my teeth into my new role at Southdale – a company with a proven track record within the public build sector and an excellent reputation,” Buckton said. “My chief aim is to help establish the company as the leading contractor in the North East by developing successful partnerships with clients across the region. Southdale has an open, honest and collaborative approach to doing business and this is the type of environment I very much look forward to working in.”

Paule Moore, managing director said: “With Southdale’s portfolio of schemes in the North East expanding at a tremendous rate, we’re delighted with the appointment of Louise who will bring a wealth of experience, knowledge and technical skills to the role.”