Gavin assumed the role of Chief Executive of the FPA in 2024, having previously been Chief Executive of the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE) for 6 years. He is a Chartered Building Engineer with a talent for bridging technical matters with effective business management. Originally an architect, Gavin boasts a wealth of experience in the testing, inspection, and certification markets in the sectors of construction, real estate, and sustainability both in the UK and internationally.
Prior to leading CABE, Gavin was Director of Building Performance at the Building Research Establishment (2013-2018), where he oversaw globally leading environmental assessment methods for the built environment including BREEAM and CEEQUAL. He also served as Chairman of the Future Homes Standard Working Group during his membership in the UK Government’s Building Regulations Advisory Committee from 2015-2022.
