We’re not a faceless organisation but an extension of yours
Established in 2009 and proudly certified as a B Corp since 2022, we believe that extraordinary projects are delivered by equally extraordinary people. Located in Richmond upon Thames, our talented and diverse team consists of highly skilled and passionate professionals, including engineers, environmental consultants, and project managers.
At Metis, what sets us apart is our agile and personal approach, ensuring that we can adapt and meet the specific needs of our clients, firmly rejecting the notion of a one-size-fits-all model.
Despite our substantial growth over the years, we remain committed to maintaining our personal touch. When you choose to partner with us, you’re teaming up with a group of experts dedicated to prioritising your best interests.
Our Core Values
These values serve as guides for how we interact with stakeholders and approach our work.
Extraordinary
quality of work:
We strive to exceed expectations in every project, ensuring our work is highly valued by both our clients and our team.
Listen, challenge &
commit:
We actively listen to our stakeholders, thoughtfully challenge, and dedicate ourselves to our objectives.
Integrity &
respect:
We nurture strong relationships founded on honesty, trust, and a personal approach.
Sustainability
in every project:
We proactively minimise CO2 and integrate lasting environmental and social improvements in every project for the communities we work in.
Stay nimble &
continuously improve:
We are agile, embrace change, adapt quickly and relentlessly strive for improvement.
Our Leadership Team
Our Commitments
We take our responsibilities to society and the environment very seriously. As part of our commitment to integrating environmental & social improvements into every project, our technical leads on each project seize every opportunity to reduce CO2 and amplify environmental benefits. We have also pioneered a tool to calculate embodied CO2 in schemes, actively driving carbon reduction in construction and maintenance projects across the UK and beyond.
At Metis, we also have a dedicated Social Value team focused on making a positive societal impact through our contracts and volunteering efforts. We collaborate with local schools and charities to leverage our insights and services, demonstrating our commitment to making a tangible difference in the communities where we operate.
Accreditations, Partnerships, and memberships
Simon Jones
Managing Director and Co-founder
MEng (Hons) CEng FICE MCIHT MIoD
Simon founded Metis with Luke back in 2009 and is proud of the company’s success and hard-earned reputation. As a Chartered Civil Engineer with over 20 years’ experience across a broad range of disciplines, Simon is responsible for the overall strategy and the performance of the business, all the while not losing sight of our core values.
Having spent the early years of his career balancing work with a place on the British Rowing Team, Simon brings a competitive drive and high-performance culture to the team at Metis.
Simon has two young daughters and loves spending his time outside of work taking them on adventures.
Luke Meechan
Chairman and Co-founder
BEng (Hons) CEng FICE FIHE MIAM MIoD
A Chartered Civil Engineer with over 30 years’ experience in civil engineering and infrastructure asset management in the UK and overseas, Luke leads the Board of Directors. Luke also takes an active role in the development of our industry. He nurtures future talent for both Metis and professional institutions, demonstrating ambition for the company, its people, and the clients we work with.
Luke’s ambition doesn’t stop there – as a keen cyclist, he has ridden across South America and completed many stages of the Tour de France to fundraise for charity.
Cath Jones
Finance Director and Company Secretary
MA FCA
Cath, a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years’ experience in fast-growing SMEs, has overseen Metis’s finance function since the company’s inception.
Cath wears two hats. Her primary responsibility is overseeing and reporting on the financial performance of the business, ensuring sound financial management, and controlling the company’s operating budget. As Company Secretary, Cath ensures legal compliance and governance and also oversees the legal side of HR.
Outside of work, Cath enjoys running and paddle boarding.
Dani Parfitt
Operations Director
BSc (Hons) MCIWEM C.WEM MIoD MWES
Having had enough of walking through puddles as a Postie, Dani embarked on a mission to reduce flooding through DEFRA’s River and Coastal Engineering degree. Now, as Operations Director, Dani uses the experience she has gained over the years to do just that. Dani is responsible for the day-to-day running of the business. She ensures that people and projects are well-managed, monitors project performance, and oversees the project pipeline, making sure the necessary resources are in place to meet clients’ expectations. Additionally, she takes the lead on operational HR and the well-being of our people.
Dani’s enthusiasm extends to her spare time, where she is an avid supporter of Crystal Palace FC and plays football herself for Eastbourne Town. When she takes a break, Dani enjoys nothing more than puddle jumping and playing with Lego with her two young daughters.
Ainhoa Gomez Larrea
Technical Associate Director
MEng MSc CEng MICE
A chartered civil engineer with extensive experience in highway design and leading award-winning projects and transformational schemes, Ainhoa joined Metis in 2019 to lead the newly created highway engineering team. She developed and grew a team of talented individuals into the thriving team that it is today.
As the guardian of Metis’ output quality, Ainhoa holds the responsibility of ensuring technical competency within the teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement among our people. Her role extends to ensuring that Metis maintains its position at the forefront of the industry, utilising our agility to stay one step ahead of the competition. Ainhoa actively directs investments in targeted R&D and technology to further enhance our capabilities.
Outside Metis, Ainhoa enjoys reading, hiking, and gardening.
Michelle Hope
Client Director
BEng (Hons) CEng PE MICE
Michelle joined Metis in May 2024 and brings over 30 years of experience in delivering major infrastructure and environmental projects across the UK and internationally. With a distinguished career that includes leadership roles at Jacobs, Project Centre, and WSP, as well as over a decade running her own successful engineering firm, Michelle is instrumental in shaping our client strategies and enhancing project outcomes.
Michelle’s extensive expertise and strategic insight drive our commitment to excellence, fostering strong client relationships and innovative solutions. Her background as a seasoned executive with a track record of improving efficiencies and resolving complex challenges aligns perfectly with Metis’s mission.
Outside of work, Michelle enjoys running and participating in various sports, including water sports. She has two children and loves to travel and explore new cultures.
Rob Walker
Commercial Manager
MSc BEng (Hons)
Rob, an Associate and Commercial Manager, brings over 10 years of invaluable experience in the construction industry. He plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of our largest contracts, taking the lead in identifying opportunities and managing tenders. Furthermore, Rob is dedicated to ensuring our team members possess the requisite skills to effectively navigate the contracts they work on.
Rob oversees and manages the commercial relationships with our partners, ensuring their longevity, fostering growth, and ensuring mutual benefit.
Outside of Metis, Rob can most often be found watching his beloved Arsenal or exploring his home county of Devon on his bike.
Dag Sisay
Infrastructure Management Team Lead
MEng MIHE
Dag, a civil engineer who joined Metis in 2018, has extensive experience working with public sector clients to develop bespoke, innovative asset management solutions.
Passionate about nurturing young talent in the industry, Dag fosters a professionally rewarding environment that encourages continuous learning. He is also committed to advancing an intelligence-led approach to decision-making, showing enthusiasm for developing simple solutions to complex problems, all while maintaining a keen eye for detail and quality.
Outside of work, Dag enjoys reading technical specifications, watching YouTube videos of In-Situ Recycling schemes, and playing with Lego.
Matthew Elliman
Highway Engineering Team Lead
BEng (Hons) IEng
Matthew joined the Highways Engineering team at Metis in 2019. He is an experienced engineer who has a passion for bringing engineering solutions to life. For the past 8 years he has been dedicated to developing infrastructure projects throughout London and further afield.
Matthew is highly motivated to deliver exceptional quality in all aspects of engineering, and he possesses a strong enthusiasm for developing solutions to complex problems.
As a driven leader, Matthew is passionate about fostering an environment where his team can succeed and reach their full potential as Engineers.
Outside of Metis, Matthew enjoys staying active, travelling, and immersing himself in the outdoors.
William Raw
Water Engineering Team Lead
BEng (Hons) MSc DIC CEng MICE
William is a Chartered Civil Engineer who joined Metis in 2017, where he has since been a valuable member of both our Highways and Water teams. With his extensive experience, William offers clients holistic engineering solutions, priding himself on his meticulous attention to detail and thoughtful approach.
He now leads our Water Engineering team, ensuring it remains at the forefront of industry trends and empowering our talented engineers to deliver extraordinary projects for the environment and local communities.
Outside of work, William enjoys exploring his passion for travel and the outdoors.
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