Forge bolsters leadership with new operations director

Forge, a specialist construction management firm, has appointed Tony Shaw as its new operations director, supporting the company’s continued expansion across the Midlands and North of England.

Tony brings more than 40 years’ experience in the construction industry, having started as an apprentice with Henry Boot Construction and progressed to managing director, overseeing major projects including Heart of the City in Sheffield and The Glass Works in Barnsley.

At Forge, he will focus on delivering operational excellence across the firm’s growing project pipeline, which includes multiple UK sites for Aldi and developments for McCarthy Stone. 

Tony, who also serves as chair of the Sheffield branch of Interact, a not-for-profit networking organisation promoting collaboration in the property and construction sectors, as well as being a non-executive director of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), said: “Joining Forge is a hugely exciting opportunity. 

“It’s a business that feels fresh, agile and committed to its clients. 

“The team has built something really special, and its welcoming culture of hard work and collaboration struck me the moment I walked through the door.

“Having spent decades in traditional contracting, I’m looking forward to sitting alongside clients and helping Forge add even more value from the client side. 

“There’s a strong platform here, and I’m eager to work with the leadership team to explore new opportunities and help shape our next chapter of growth.”

Founded in 2019, Forge operates from offices in Sheffield, Nottingham, Leeds and Lincolnshire, and has achieved an average annual growth rate of over 28 per cent, building a reputation for collaborative leadership, commercial acumen and high-quality construction management.

Nick Phelan, director at EDGE and Forge, added: “Tony’s appointment is a significant milestone for Forge. 

“His impressive experience, insight and personality will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our market position and look to expand into new sectors and regions. 

“We’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far, and with Tony on board, we’re confident and excited about what lies ahead.”

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