Property consultancy firm Fisher German has launched a new utilities and infrastructure team in Glasgow after making two key appointments.
Fisher German has welcomed Peter Critchon and Cass Hibbert to its Glasgow office as the firm expands its utilities and infrastructure work across Scotland.
Peter has joined the firm as an Associate Partner after working in Scotland for nearly 10 years.
His career has included roles at the Ministry of Defence which saw him undertake traditional land agency work including landlord and tenant matters along with general rural estate management, Scottish Water where he was the surveyor for the east region within the capital projects arm of Scottish Water, and finally Dalcour Maclaren where he specialised in offshore and onshore wind projects as well as supporting on transmission upgrade projects, specifically overhead powerline upgrades.
Peter’s appointment will see him grow Fisher German’s infrastructure consultancy division in Scotland, supporting existing schemes while also expanding the number of projects the firm is working on in the country.
Cass has joined Fisher German as a Senior Associate and brings more than 20 years of experience to the firm.
He began working in Scotland in 1999 in the telecoms industry, before working as a surveyor in the industrial and office agency sector.
He also spent time managing the property portfolios of high-net-worth individuals before moving back into the telecoms industry working for Openreach and finally worked for Savills on land consents for major projects.
Cass is currently working on projects including futureproofing the National Gas Transmission pipeline network.
Peter said: “I’m extremely pleased to join Fisher German as an Associate Partner to support the growth of the new utilities and infrastructure team in Glasgow.
“Historically Fisher German’s Glasgow office has focused on commercial property management, and it’s exciting to be part of setting up a new arm of the business, so this was an extremely interesting opportunity.
“We will be looking to achieve continued growth both in terms of people and the projects we work on, while also supporting existing clients with the high standard of service Fisher German is known for.
“We will also be supporting Scotland’s route to net zero by 2045. There are significant opportunities in renewables and associated Net Zero Industries which will have huge environmental benefits, and we will be looking to make an impact in this area.”
Cass added: “I’m joining Fisher German at a great time as the firm looks to grow its presence in Scotland.
“It’s very rare to be given the opportunity to help develop and drive forward an entirely new team.
“There are significant opportunities in the sector in this area, and I will be working with Peter to help grow the team and capitalise on these, while also supporting existing clients with their projects.”