Our specialist team of design managers and skilled operations team has worked on some of the most exciting projects in the world. We’re passionate, proactive people from diverse consultancy backgrounds who value each other’s talent and experience.
Ned is a Director at Plan A with over twenty years of sector-wide design management experience. He is interested in widening our reach into emerging markets.
Since joining Plan A, Ned has been working on new-build and refurbishment projects in the UK, Middle East and beyond.
Ned’s extensive on-site experience has honed his construction know-how, allowing him to understand architect, contractor, and client perspectives on and off-site. He was involved in transforming a brutalist London landmark into The Standard’s first UK hotel, working with the design and construction team to resolve communication and coordination issues.
Ned has successfully led the Design Management Service on large-scale complex masterplanning projects including Amaala Triple Bay and Miraya Masterplans and AlUla Masterplan in KSA.
Joshua is an Associate Design Manager and experienced Chartered Architect (ARB / RIBA) who has worked extensively with high profile clients in both Europe and the Middle East. Including but not limited too TfL, HS2, Network Rail, Crossrail, FCO, Qiddiya and NEOM.
Leading Plan A Consultants ‘Transport & Infrastructure’ Sector, Joshua has an innate ability to lead the design delivery of multi-disciplinary teams on complex projects of national importance. Joshua also is a recognised thought leader in the Sector, speaking at industry conferences, contributing to leading industry publications and also being shortlisted for industry awards.
A natural problem solver with a holistic Design Management approach, Joshua ensures that all technical disciplines are incorporated into cohesive designs that are deliverable for the Client. He possesses a strong understanding of the value engineering process and works closely with Client organisations and their stakeholders to extract value, all whilst integrating critical assurance processes. He is an excellent communicator, experienced in interface management and engaging with Stakeholders.
Aside from his Project duties, Joshua is also chair of the Plan A Employee Council, active within the Business Development Team and also an active Mentor to junior staff within the office.
Ben is a Director, and leads our business development and marketing strategies, working closely with the senior team and our Marketing Manager.
As an architect, Ben has led large multidisciplinary teams on some of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects for Crossrail and the London Underground at Tottenham Court Road Station in Central London. Whilst at Plan A, Ben has predominantly led projects in the Middle East including the new Natural History Museum in Abu Dhabi with Mecanoo, Jeddah Central Museum with Heatherwick Studio, and a large stadium redevelopment programme.
He is often supporting architects in the early stages of the bidding process to develop bid strategies, helping to form consultant teams, develop design programmes, and fee schedules that lead to competition success.
Cheryl is an Associate Design Manager at Plan A Consultants with over ten years’ prior experience as an Architect. During her time at Plan A, she has gained significant experience across cultural projects, from museums to the public realm projects in London and India, taking projects from competition to tender and most recently has become Plan A’s Culture sector lead.
Cheryl has a clear understanding of the design management processes required to deliver complex and challenging projects in the UK. This is complemented by her skills in design programming and her clear and effective communication style, which enables her to manage the needs and expectations of both Client and Design Team. Cheryl has recently been working on the University of Warwick Social Sciences Connect Programme, Canning Dock project for National Museum Liverpool, and a luxury hotel resort in KSA, further expanding on her experience of UK-based cultural and higher-education projects and in the Middle East.
Cheryl continues to lecture Part III students at the Architectural Association School of Architecture, teaching about Design Management.
Rachel joined us in 2018 after spending almost a decade working in architectural practice. She was promoted to Associate Director in 2024 and plays a key role in coaching our junior staff members.
Rachel has worked in almost every sector, from transport infrastructure, science research facilities and education buildings to complex cultural projects. She also has experience with large-scale masterplans, most recently at Carpenters Estate – one of London’s largest and most ambitious estate regeneration programmes.
Outside the office, she is a Part 3 Examiner and Guest Lecturer at the Architectural Association School of Architecture.
Jonathan is a registered architect with over twenty-five years’ industry experience. As a Technical Director, he sits across multiple projects and provides technical input and strategic advice.
Jonathan has worked with some of the best architects in the world, defining and managing the design delivery process for complex projects. He has extensive experience coordinating projects with multi-layered stakeholder groups and challenging sustainability targets. He has also worked on award winning educational buildings, infrastructure schemes, and science and healthcare projects in the UK and overseas.
Most recently, he supported David Chipperfield Architects and was the overall Design Management Lead on the Firoz Lalji Global Hub, a new landmark building for the London School of Economics.
Lucy is a Director at Plan A with over fifteen years’ experience in Design Management. She leads and coordinates our team’s training and continuous professional development.
Having worked on many complex, large-scale projects for some of the world’s most celebrated architects, Lucy understands the importance of ensuring projects are set up right from the start with careful monitoring throughout to ensure successful delivery.
She’s worked across sectors including transport, education, commercial, hospitality and retail, most recently on the Heathrow Expansion and Euston Station masterplan.
David is a Director at Plan A with over fifteen years’ experience in Architecture and the Built Environment. He leads Plan A’s cultural sector, bringing his passion and experience to managing the complex coordination of many specialist disciplines involved in these projects.
His experience spans across multiple sectors and geographies on projects of varying scales, from exhibitions to city masterplanning. He understands the need for robust design management no matter the size of the project and is keenly attuned to the expectations of architects, clients and design teams.
He lectures for the Master of Design Administration and Part 3 courses at his alma mater, the Welsh School of Architecture.
Jen is a strategic and results-driven Design Manager with extensive international experience in architecture, masterplanning, and infrastructure projects across the UK, Australia, and the Middle East. She is adept at transforming operational efficiency, driving commercial success, and mitigating risks across complex, high-value projects.
Jen has a proven track record of coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and programmes, and aligning project delivery with client and stakeholder objectives. She is skilled at implementing governance frameworks, optimising resource efficiency, and achieving measurable financial and operational outcomes.
As an architect, Jen has worked across a multitude of sectors, including residential, hospitality, commercial and transport. Her architectural background has given her an appreciation of good design and an innate understanding of the importance of organisation, efficiency, and effective management practices in the design process.
Emily is an Associate Design Manager at Plan A, with over a decade of experience in Architecture. Prior to joining Plan A, Emily led internal and external teams as a project lead across all RIBA work stages on high profile projects in central London, predominately in the commercial, educational, and residential sectors.
Emily is well-versed in project management, taking an active role in guiding teams to develop and implement innovative design strategies. She is committed to delivering sustainable, high-performance, award-winning buildings, ensuring project targets are realised to satisfy the client, project stakeholders, and building users.
Since joining Plan A, Emily has gained a wealth of experience leading the Design Management service on large-scale cultural and sports projects in the Middle East.
Ryan joined us in 2021, bringing almost a decade of design management experience to the team. He became Associate Director in 2024.
Ryan’s background in design management and in construction engineering means he sees things more holistically, understanding not only what the architect needs but what the client and contractor expect. He’s worked across project stages from early feasibility to handover, is adept in construction contracts, and has broad sector experience covering commercial, sports, transport and infrastructure.
Since 2023, Ryan has led the Sports & Entertainment Sector at Plan A which not only aligns with his experience, but his passion for sports. Right now, he’s supporting an internationally-renowned design firm on a new masterplan for a major entertainment, sports, and hospitality destination in Saudi Arabia.
Patrick is an Associate Design Manager with 25 years of industry experience. He is a qualified architect with a deep understanding and empathy for the design process both in the UK and internationally. He recognises the factors for success and the importance of collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
Patrick has extensive experience with large-scale cultural projects and is the Cultural Sector Lead at Plan A. From 2008 to 2013, he led the design and construction phases of the Library of Birmingham on-site. At Plan A, Patrick has worked extensively in the on large-scale sports, cultural and entertainment projects, leading the Design Management Service.
Patrick focuses on ensuring design teams work efficiently, roles are well-defined, and the design program is managed to align with the overall design delivery strategy.
Scarlett is an Associate Design Manager at Plan A, bringing extensive experience in leading projects as an Architect. In her previous role as an Associate at Rivington Street Studio, she led a diverse range of education and residential projects from design inception through to completion.
With a background in leading projects, Scarlett is highly knowledgeable about the whole design process through all RIBA Workstages. She prides herself on being a meticulous manager with a collaborative leadership style.
Scarlett is highly experienced in co-ordinating multidisciplinary external consultant teams. She is well versed in working with multiple client stakeholder groups and developing strong relationships. She works well with contractors, on both D&B and Traditional contracts with experience in contract administration.
