Nicola Irons McIob

Nicola Irons MCIOB is an experienced construction professional currently serving as Principal Planner at Laing O'Rourke on The Factory Manchester project, with a tenure beginning in October 2004. Previous roles include Programme Planning Manager, overseeing multiple work streams in manufacturing, and Project Planner within the tendering department. From January 2016 to December 2019, Nicola held the position of Senior Project Planner at Expanded - A Laing O'Rourke Company, focusing on work winning and site support, including involvement in the Manchester Engineering Campus Development. Engagement in the construction community also includes organizing CPD and networking events for young professionals through the Chartered Institute of Building from 2010 to 2015. Educational credentials consist of a BSc (Hons) in Construction Project Management from The University of Salford and A Levels in Psychology, Biology, and English Combined from Crompton House CofE Sixth Form, complemented by participation in the Laing O'Rourke Young Guns 11 Programme.