Craig joined Fairhurst in 2016 as a Trainee Technician following the completion of his sixth-year studies at secondary school. As part of Craig’s Initial Professional Development, he studied at college on a day release basis, working towards a Built Environment HNC qualification. Craig achieved this in 2018, completing his initial training period.

Craig’s eagerness to learn has led to him gaining valuable experience across both civil and structural engineering disciplines, allowing him to build a strong and diverse base of technical knowledge. In 2022, Craig successfully completed the ICE EngTech Professional Review, leading to his promotion to Senior Technician.

Following his professional progression, Craig took on increasing responsibility across a range of projects, developing his technical knowledge and experience while taking a greater role in project delivery. He has worked on projects of varying scale and complexity, ranging from large residential developments to car showrooms, industrial/agricultural developments and private domestic properties.

In 2026, Craig successfully completed his Incorporated Engineer Professional Review with the ICE, achieving Incorporated Engineer status (IEng MICE). Following this achievement, Craig was promoted to Senior Engineer at Fairhurst, reflecting his continued development and increasing level of responsibility within the business.

Craig is now continuing his professional development towards achieving Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the ICE, building on his experience as an Incorporated Engineer and working towards the next milestone in his engineering career.

I have always benefited from learning practically rather than academically. As such, I chose to join the Fairhurst work-based training programme. This allowed me to develop my skills ‘on-the-job’.