National Highways has appointed Nick Joyce as its interim chief executive following the announcement that Nick Harris, who led the organisation for the past five years, is stepping down.
Mr Joyce has taken on the role starting today, as the company prepares to deliver the third Road Investment Strategy (RIS3).
Having previously served as director general of the Department for Transport's (DfT) Corporate Delivery Group, he brings ‘extensive' experience in the transport sector. In addition to his most recent position, he has also served as the acting director general of Rail Group and deputy director of infrastructure and project finance for the department.
Gareth Rhys Williams, chair of National Highways, said: ‘It's a pleasure to welcome Nick Joyce as interim Chief Executive at such an important moment for National Highways. Nick brings a wealth of experience and expertise as we move into Road Period 3. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Nick Harris for his leadership over the period not only when he served as CEO but also as Operations Director.'
Mr Joyce, added: ‘I'm delighted to be joining National Highways at an exciting time, as we move into our third road investment strategy.
‘I look forward to working with colleagues across National Highways. Building on the work of Nick Harris, I'm committed to continuing the strong record of delivery and shaping an ambitious next chapter for the strategic road network.'
While Mr Joyce has taken on the interim role, the process to appoint a permanent chief executive is ‘under way', according to National Highways.
Mr Joyce will lead the organisation through this period to ensure that National Highways ‘remains focused on delivering for road users and communities across England'.
