Hurcomb, aged 53, will chair Van Elle’s remuneration committee. Before joining M&E specialist NG Bailey seven years ago, he previously held executive positions with companies including Carillion, Balfour Beatty and Mansell.

Adrian Barden, chairman of Van Elle, said: “We are delighted to welcome David to the Board. His wealth of experience will further enhance our strategic focus on delivering profitable growth over the medium term.”