Kier appoints Niki Steel as chief human resources officer 

Kier, an infrastructure services, construction and property group, has appointed Niki Steel (pictured) to its executive committee as chief human resources (HR) officer. 

Steel joins from IMI plc, where she was chief people officer for sector operations. 

She has over 20 years’ experience across several industries including home technology, digital education media and visual effects, having worked for Pearson plc and Dyson Group plc.

Steel will join Kier in August 2026 and will play a key leadership role supporting the group’s 10,000 employees. 

Niki Steel said: “It’s an exciting time to be joining Kier, I can see so much opportunity for the Group and I cannot wait to join. 

“Working alongside Stuart and all of the executive committee, I am looking forward to getting into the business, hearing and listening to colleagues and supporting them to help drive forwards the Group’s ambition.”

Stuart Togwell, CEO at Kier, said: “Niki is a fantastic addition to Kier and our executive committee. 

“She is a highly experienced HR and operational leader, with a strong track record of driving performance across organisations in both the UK and across the globe.