Since formation in 2011 and under the guidance of founding Directors David Diesbergen and Simon Blair, D2 Rail & Civils has strived to add value to our clients by de-risking delivery of projects and to leave a lasting legacy in the UK rail industry. The goal has always been to provide programme management services based on sound construction know how, supplemented by unconstrained processes and technology.
The team have achieved resounding success through supporting programmes of work such as Northern Hub Alliance through to completion and Transpennine Route Upgrade through successful business case submission and into delivery.
Driven by project requirements and fuelled by our values along with the intention to leave a legacy on the industry, over the past decade we have developed a comprehensive suite of programme management capabilities, ranging from traditional project management to planning and controls, through to information management, digital technology and carbon and sustainability. These services are today captured in our Programme Management Service Model and supported by the current team of more than 100 professionals with shared values and commitment to delivery.
Based on our reputation for delivery and the values that underpin everything we do, D2 were invited to support tier 1 consultancy providers – Mace, Comtech and Systra – to support the joint venture on the Metrolinx GO Expansion Program in Ontario, Canada. Successful appointment in 2022 supported the opening of our Toronto office and growth of in-country presence in North America.
Growth of the business has led to the addition of industry recognised professionals joining our team. These significant appointments provide the structure and direction needed to lead the business into the next phase of growth as we seek to deliver our mission of: Working together to develop intelligent programme management solutions, helping to deliver a more sustainable world.
Reflecting on the journey, we have taken the decision to evolve the company name and brand to reflect capability, footprint and future ambition. As of November 17th, 2023, the company’s brand and identity will become D2-global.
We are a diverse team working across diverse geography with strong values, reflected in the way we work on a daily basis. There has never been a more exciting time to join D2. If you are considering your next career move or would simply like to learn more about the business, please feel free to contact our in-house Talent Acquisition team on Info@d2-global.com
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