OUR TEAM
LEADERSHIP TEAM
MARTIN WATSON
MANAGING DIRECTOR
MARTIN WATSON
Martin is the managing director of Artium Construction and oversees all construction operations. With over 27 years of industry experience, he brings invaluable knowledge and expertise to every stage of the project lifecycle. Martin is recognised for his dependability, leadership, and unrivalled technical skills, helping the business meet programme goals and maintain quality standards. He is also a shareholder and serves on the board of Artium Group.
Garry Shaw
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
GARRY SHAW
Garry is the director of Artium Construction and oversees all commercial management. He brings over 20 years of experience, mainly in the contracting sector, and is experienced in managing projects from pre-construction through to completion. His industry background spans several markets and involves projects of varying values, complexities, and technical demands. Garry is also a shareholder and serves on the board of Artium Group.
JOE MCDERMOTT
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
JOE MCDERMOTT
Joe is the director of Artium Construction and oversees all commercial and operational management. With 20 years of industry experience behind him, he is a dedicated and proactive leader, steering his team to surpass client expectations. His understanding of the operational aspects of the construction process—where cost control aligns with delivery—enables him to anticipate and resolve potential issues before they arise. He is also a shareholder and serves on the board of Artium Group.
STAN BARRETT
FINANCE DIRECTOR
STAN BARRETT
Stan is the Finance Director at Artium, bringing over 10 years of experience across the development and contracting sectors. A qualified accountant, he has built a distinguished career within regional, self-delivered organisations, specialising in financial control, reporting, and commercial governance. Stan’s hands-on, detail-oriented approach ensures robust financial discipline and provides the strategic insights necessary for board-level decision-making.
ADAM WILSON
COMPLIANCE MANAGER
ADAM WILSON
Adam is the Compliance Manager (SHEQ) at Artium Construction, offering extensive experience in safety compliance, operations management, and process improvement. With NEBOSH General and Construction Certificates, Adam is well-equipped to uphold and improve workplace safety standards. He brings a diverse range of skills in operations, safety, and team leadership, and is dedicated to creating safe, efficient, and productive working environments.
SAM BOYS
TECHNICAL MANAGER
SAM BOYS
Sam is a senior construction and engineering professional with over 15 years’ experience working for Principal Contractors. He is a confident leader with an outstanding record of delivering complex builds on time and within budget across the education, healthcare, and residential sectors. Sam oversees all aspects of the design and construction process, with a deep understanding of planning, technical standards, and delivery to ensure the safest and most cost-effective outcomes.
