Our team

With over 40 years of industry experience, Mark Barwood was well placed to lead one of the largest construction value projects we have ever undertaken. A well-respected and passionate advocate of engineering, he is keen to ensure it remains a viable career option for the next generation.

Mark joined Alan Wood & Partners in 2014, having previously worked for major UK-based consultancies and tier-one contracting organisations on a variety of high-value projects across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.   Mark joined as Director of our then-new Lincoln office in 2014 and became a Board Director and Equity Partner within two years.

At Lincoln, he leads a team of twelve civil and structural engineers and building surveyors, all of whom benefit from his 40 years of experience in the industry.

Although Mark has worked across a wide variety of construction sectors, he specialises in delivering multidisciplinary, complex industrial/process projects nationally and internationally. He took the lead on delivering a £150m plasterboard manufacturing plant, which produces over 50 million m² of board each year, one of Alan Wood & Partners’ largest construction projects to date.

Mark’s Board responsibilities include business improvement and development, and, as part of this, Mark leads the company’s BIM Level 2 ISO 19650 Accreditation with Lloyds Register.

Mark is a passionate advocate for innovative, quality engineering and dedicates considerable time to supporting and mentoring apprentices, trainee engineers, and graduate engineers to ensure their continuous progress. He believes this is the key to building a successful and sustainable team.

Mark is a Chartered Engineer and a Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers

A proud team player with a passion for supporting individuals in developing their skills and building trust, this is key for Mark in leading Alan Wood & Partners.

Mark joined Alan Wood & Partners in December 2012 as an Associate Surveyor and Project Manager and quickly set about expanding the company’s building consultancy services.

Since then, Mark has expanded the team and introduced new services, forming a department that now plays a significant role in our overall offering.

These achievements didn’t go unnoticed, and Mark was one of five employees invited to join the board as equity Directors in 2015 and became Managing Director in January 2023.   He is involved in many building consultancy projects in their early stages, providing guidance and practical support where needed. Additionally, Mark has Board responsibilities for information technology, property and premises.

Notable projects include leading the 10-year transformation of Hull Minister, an award-winning project which he described as a labour of love. He has also been involved in several landmark projects across Hull, including the Campus for Digital Innovation (C4DI) and Arco’s National Distribution Centre extension, all of which are part of the City’s continuing regeneration.

As a compassionate and dedicated leader, Mark emphasises trust within the business.

“I believe passionately in teamwork; I played sports where trust and true teamwork really do make the difference between satisfactory and great results.

I strongly believe in building on the foundations laid by those who have worked in and managed the business in the past, and developing and maintaining our “can do” culture by striving to be the consultant of choice, the partner to work with and the place to work.”

He is a member of RICS and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers and has more than 35 years of experience in the industry.

Specialising in the water sector, James has led the design and delivery of local, national, and internationally renowned projects and is recognised as an expert in flood risk, SuDS, and drainage.

James heads Alan Wood & Partners Civil Engineering, leading a team of engineers in Hull and across our offices in Sheffield, York, and Leeds.

Specialising in flood risk and sustainable drainage, he is the lead designer on the Yorkshire Water, Environment Agency, Hull & East Riding ‘Living With Water’ initiative, which aims to protect the city and its surrounding areas from the risk of future flooding.

James started his career in hydraulics and engineering associated with public wastewater treatment works.  He then saw the opportunities in development-led flood risk and drainage projects encompassing residential, new schools and new commercial and industrial schemes. He advanced through the ranks to become a Regional Director at AECOM, with the highlight of his career being part of the leadership team that delivered the Jeddah Stormwater Drainage Programme, a £1 billion project involving dams, channels and drainage systems designed to protect lives and reduce flood risk after severe flooding affected the city.

He joined Alan Wood & Partners in 2014 and continued his rapid career progression, becoming a Director and Equity Partner in 2015 and Head of Civil Engineering across the business.

James is actively involved in all civil engineering projects, particularly in technical design and managing client relationships. He is known for his strong track record of delivery.

A highly professional individual, he combines a strong client focus with a personable attitude, ensuring the smooth delivery of even the most complex projects.

Beyond his core role, James is responsible for finance within the business, reporting on financial matters to the Board.  In this role, he works closely with the accounts department to ensure the business operates on a sound financial footing.

James is a Chartered Engineer and Chartered Water and Environmental Manager.  He is a member of the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management and holds a Masters degree in Civil Engineering.

Kim Han brings 35 years of engineering experience to Alan Wood & Partners. Recruited to establish our Leeds office, he has taken it from a standing start to a team of fourteen in under four years, generating a multi-million-pound annual fee income.

Kim has lived and worked in Leeds since graduating as a Structural Engineer in 1989, making him the ideal candidate to establish our office in the city.

He joined Alan Wood & Partners in April 2019, and our Leeds office officially launched the following month. Since then, he has expanded the team to fourteen members, comprising nine structural engineers, four civil engineers and a surveyor.

Kim began his career at a small structural engineering firm in Leeds, which was acquired by the Waterman Group. He remained there for 11 years before transitioning to a medium-sized independent practice, where he advanced to Associate and later became a Board Director.

Throughout his career, he has contributed to some of the UK’s largest developments, including a key design role in the flue gas desulphurisation project at Drax Power Station and at the Sizewell B nuclear power plant in Suffolk.

Closer to home, he worked on the Debenhams department store in Leeds, several high-rise residential and office developments and some of the largest warehouses in the country.

With extensive technical knowledge, Kim is very hands-on and is frequently sought for guidance on solving complex engineering challenges by colleagues, architects, and contractors. He also utilises his experience to mentor colleagues from both a technical engineering perspective and in effective client collaboration.

Kim is a Chartered Engineer with both the Institution of Structural Engineers and the Institution of Civil Engineers.

Responsible for the success and growth of Alan Wood & Partners’ North Yorkshire operations. Passionate about professionalism and quality, he brings over 18 years of experience in the design and delivery of major residential, industrial, commercial, power generation, and rail projects to the business.

Chris began his journey with Alan Wood & Partners as a Graduate Engineer in 2006. However, in 2008, he transitioned to a role with a national Tier One contractor. During this time, he led the design of significant national railway station and depot refurbishments, as well as major materials handling and power generation projects across the UK.

In 2015, Chris returned to Alan Wood as an Associate in our York office, where he was tasked with expanding our operations in North Yorkshire – our York and Scarborough offices. Now, as Director, he leads a team of over twenty engineers managing a multi-million-pound annual fee income.

Chris was promoted to Director and Equity Partner in 2020, with Board responsibilities that include legal and statutory compliance, as well as leading employee engagement and marketing within the business.

Well-known throughout the business for being approachable, Chris is passionate about professionalism and quality.  He is dedicated to the personal and professional development of his colleagues, helping them to achieve their career ambitions and personal goals.

He has a proven track record as a legal and expert witness and is a Chartered Civil Engineer and a member of both the Institution of Civil Engineers and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.

Highly experienced in all aspects of general engineering, James Shores specialises in complex temporary works. With a career spanning over 20 years at Alan Wood & Partners, his innovative approach and dedication to his job have seen him rise from Technician to Director, Board Member and Equity Partner.

After completing his studies in 2002, James joined Alan Wood & Partners. Initially based in Hull, he later relocated to our York office where he dedicated a decade to his work.

Leading the civil and structural division from the Sheffield office, he guides a team of fourteen engineers undertaking a diverse range of projects, including concrete, steel, and modular solutions across various sectors. The team also spearheads temporary works, benefitting from James's extensive experience in this area.

Actively engaged in every civil and structural project undertaken at the Sheffield office, he plays a crucial role in steering his team toward achieving outstanding results.

James is widely recognised in the industry for tackling complex projects that require meticulous and thoughtful engineering solutions. His approachable demeanour and professional, methodical project management ensure optimal outcomes for both clients and staff, earning him well-deserved recognition. His commitment to maintaining long-term client relationships has allowed him to retain many clients over multiple years at Alan Wood & Partners.

Alongside his regional responsibilities, James is responsible for company insurance and information technology at Board level.

James is a Chartered Engineer and a member of the Institution of Structural Engineers.