Ryan Douglas, P.Eng., has been appointed president of Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) in Vancouver.
He succeeds Len Murray, P.Eng., who stepped down from the role at the end of 2021. As part of KCB’s succession plan, Murray will remain KCB’s CEO in 2022.
Douglas began his consulting engineering career in South Africa 28 years ago. His technical experience focuses on civil, hydrotechnical and geotechnical engineering.
He joined KCB in 2000, became a principal in 2013 and was promoted to vice-president of its power and transportation business unit in 2018. He also holds executive positions within the company governing subsidiaries, risk assessment and international corporate compliance. As president, he will manage day-to-day operations and facilitate further growth
His technical experience is worldwide and focused in civil, hydrotechnical, and geotechnical engineering and project management in hydroelectric and other heavy civil infrastructure projects. As president, Douglas will facilitate KCB’s growth as a company, as well as manage the day-to-day operations.
“Since joining KCB I have first and foremost been proud to represent this company, which has such a rich history and culture. I have approached all the opportunities I have been offered with my full commitment and energy, and this appointment will be no different,” he says.
“I am looking forward to working closely with the principals, associates and senior management to continue the strong growth KCB has experienced under Len’s leadership.”
Murray welcomed the appointment by the KCB board of directors.
“Ryan is a seasoned leader and has all the skills and enthusiasm to guide KCB as it looks to more growth in the coming years. I look forward to working with Ryan.”
