Tarmac has reinforced its commitment to delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions by appointing Kate Rudman as Wind Solutions Director and Will Pearson as Nuclear Commercial Director.
These strategic hires bring deep industry expertise and will enhance Tarmac’s ability to support the UK’s growing renewable energy and nuclear sectors with innovative, lower-carbon construction materials and solutions.
As the UK accelerates its transition to net zero, major support for offshore wind, nuclear energy, and wider renewables infrastructure are shaping the country’s future energy mix. With sustainability central to Tarmac’s operations, Kate and Will’s appointments will enable earlier engagement with project developers, helping to optimise material choices, provide logistics solutions, reduce carbon footprints, and ensure infrastructure is built with long-term environmental considerations and circularity in mind.
Kate Rudman joins Tarmac with extensive experience in offshore wind and renewables, having worked across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage development to commissioning and decommissioning. She has held senior roles with leading developers and consultants, where she played a key role in floating and fixed-bottom offshore wind projects across the UK and internationally.
Kate Rudman, Wind Solutions Director at Tarmac, said: “Having previously looked at projects from an early stage, it is exciting to be part of the supply chain, realising those projects and providing solutions. The supply chain plays a huge role in delivering these large-scale projects and offering real carbon reductions.
“Tarmac is uniquely positioned to support offshore renewables projects at every stage, from port infrastructure upgrades to foundation materials and onshore civils works. We are keen to engage early with developers, to provide solutions that reduce project risks, minimise environmental impact, optimise material use, and support circular economy principles. I’m excited to be part of a team that’s actively driving innovation in low-carbon solutions for renewable energy.”
Will Pearson brings decades of expertise in the nuclear sector, with a background in engineering consultancy, business strategy, and supporting new nuclear technologies across the UK and internationally. As the UK embarks on a new era of nuclear development spanning gigawatt-scale reactors, small modular reactors (SMRs), and fusion technology, Will’s role will focus on aligning Tarmac’s specialist materials and expertise with the sector’s evolving needs.
Will Pearson, Nuclear Commercial Director at Tarmac, said: “Nuclear power is a cornerstone of the UK’s net zero ambitions, and with major projects on the horizon, the industry has a unique opportunity to build with sustainability at its core.
“Tarmac’s experience in delivering large-scale infrastructure, coupled with its commitment to lower-carbon solutions, means we can provide safer, more cost-effective, and more sustainable construction materials for nuclear developments. I look forward to working with clients to integrate innovative materials that reduce environmental impact while meeting the exacting performance standards of the nuclear industry.”
Alex Wright, National Business Development Director at Tarmac, added: “The UK’s energy transition requires infrastructure that is not only robust but also sustainable. With Kate and Will on board, we can provide even more specialist direction to our clients, ensuring they benefit from lower carbon, durable materials that support net zero targets. Their expertise will help us strengthen relationships across the renewable energy and nuclear sectors, allowing us to engage earlier in the project lifecycle and develop tailored solutions that drive real impact.”
