Crossrail appoints new head of procurement

Crossrail has appointed Martin Rowark as its new head of procurement. In his role Mr Rowark will ensure that the acquisition of works, services and supplies from the external supply market is efficiently and effectively managed in line with relevant procurement regulations, Government policies and best industry practice.

Commercial director Martin Buck said: ” He brings a wealth of experience to the project as he has contributed to key railway projects in the past. We look forward to having him on board and strengthening the team to help deliver Europe’s largest construction project on time and to budget.”

Mr Rowark started his career at Railtrack and in his former role as head of civil engineering and railways at Davis Langdon he worked on the Channel Tunnel Rail Link, West Coast Route Modernisation, The White City Development, ERTMS and Metronet Trans4m/Alliance.