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DEVELOPMENT & ORIGINATION
DEVELOPMENT & ORIGINATION
We support the early stages of project creation with specialist talent that accelerates feasibility, strategy, and planning. From site identification and permitting to commercial modelling and stakeholder engagement, we place talent to help shape viable, scalable projects that are ready to progress with confidence.
engineering & design
engineering & design
civils & pre-construction
civils & pre-construction
We strengthen the critical groundwork that brings major projects to life. We supply civils and pre-construction specialists who deliver the expertise required for land development, structural works, planning, and early-stage site preparation - ensuring each project progresses safely, efficiently, and to exacting standards.
construction & commissioning
construction & commissioning
From breaking ground to energisation, we supply the skilled teams required to execute construction and commissioning with accuracy and resilience. Placing talent that ensures seamless delivery, quality assurance, and on-time project completion across mission-critical energy and infrastructure builds.
operations & maintenance
operations & maintenance
We keep assets performing at their best by placing experts who support long-term reliability, safety, and efficiency. From routine maintenance to complex operational challenges, our specialists will provide continuity and performance assurance across renewable energy, traditional power, and infrastructure environments.
2014
Steven Rawlingson founds Samuel Knight, naming it after his grandad with just a team of 4 staff members in Newcastle Upon Tyne.
2015
We secured a significant rail electrification project worth £4 million with ABC.
2016
2017
2018
Created a board of directors with over 40 years of experience. Carl Moffett joined as CFO, strengthening senior management.
2019
2020
Paul Kaiser joined as chairman, bringing significant staffing sector experience. Moved into a spacious 12,000 sq ft facility with modern amenities. Dan Kerr became MD of Samuel Knight Energy. Lisa Whitwell joined as FD, enhancing finance operations.
2021
Launched in the USA in Dallas, achieving $10.7 million USD within 7 months of trading.
2022
Established Samuel Knight Tech under Jorel Bautista. Formed Samuel Knight Holdings and established Samuel Knight Projects. Now have 4 specialist companies focused on Renewable Energy and Sustainable Transportation recruitment, delivering engineering and technology solutions.
2023
Kenzie Morris and Dave Allen joined the board of Samuel Knight USA. Invested heavily in new staff and solidified purpose, mission, and values. Created a plan to achieve £50 million in sales by 2025.
2024
Appointment of our new Chairman, Paul Beeke. This strategic move is part of our ongoing efforts to empower a sustainable future through exceptional talent and to also supplement our Board’s experience.
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