Construction & Civil Engineering Issue 225 - January 2026 | Page 174

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infrastructure specialist has opened doors into nuclear, power transmission and highways. This expansion is underpinned by a highly experienced back-office team whose backgrounds span hands-on site roles through to senior operations and programme management. This depth of expertise enables CRS Resource to support clients not just with labour, but with a full workforce solutions strategy shaped around transparency, capability and operational excellence.
A major catalyst for the company’ s next phase of development has been the appointment of Richard Smith as CEO.
Since leading the transition from Civil Rail Solutions to CRS Resource, Richard has been focused on modernising the business and removing barriers to cross-sector growth.“ Our previous name didn’ t reflect the scale or versatility of our services. By consolidating under CRS Resource, we maintain the strong and trusted recognition of the CRS brand while positioning ourselves clearly as a multi-sector provider. This was essential as we continue our expansion into areas such as highways, nuclear and water.”
Richard has also placed strategic emphasis on strengthening accreditations,
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