Senior Management Team
At Ursa Engineering, we pride ourselves on the calibre of our leadership. Each member of our senior team has been specifically selected for their outstanding expertise and proven success in the most demanding engineering environments. With decades of experience across blue-chip organisations and regulated industries, we bring both strategic insight and hands-on knowledge to every project we deliver.
Richard Sutherland
- Head of Projects
Richard brings a wealth of experience to the role of Head of Projects, having held senior engineering and leadership positions within some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries. His career spans global organisations including BP Chemicals, Associated British Foods, and Nestlé, where he has consistently delivered large-scale, high-stakes projects with precision and impact. Richard is widely recognised for his strategic thinking, operational excellence, and calm leadership under pressure.
- Nestle
- Associated British Foods
- BP Chemicals
Mark Manns
- Head of Engineering Services
A lifelong engineer with an exceptional track record, Mark leads Engineering Services with deep technical expertise and an unwavering commitment to quality. His experience includes senior roles at Connaught and Centrica, where he was responsible for delivering critical infrastructure and maintenance services for major UK clients. Mark’s understanding of compliance-heavy environments and his hands-on leadership style have earned him respect across the industry.
- Centrica
- Connaught
Paul Woods
- Head of Compliance
With a strong background in compliance and engineering governance, Paul has spearheaded complex, regulated projects for renowned organisations such as Nestlé, PepsiCo, and Greencore. His ability to interpret and implement regulatory frameworks at scale has made him a go-to expert in the field. Paul combines meticulous attention to detail with commercial awareness, ensuring projects are both compliant and efficient.
- Nestle
- Pepsico
- Greencore
- Experience
Richard Sutherland
With a career spanning global manufacturing giants such as:
- Nestle
- McCain Foods
- Experience
Mark Manns
With a career spanning global manufacturing giants such as:
- Nestle
- Connaught plc
- Centrica
- Experience
Paul Woods
With a career spanning global manufacturing giants such as:
- Nestle