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Wales

Solutions rooted in local expertise

Knowledge & experience

Wales is forging ahead with critical investment in energy, water and utilities. We’re proud to support that progress – helping clients deliver strategic projects with care, pace, and regional understanding. 

From gas pipelines to wind farm connections, we bring the insight and relationships that keep things moving. 

With a team based in our central Cardiff office, we work with the key infrastructure providers in Wales.

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Rydyn ni'n falch o fod yn rhan o daith Cymru

O biblinellau nwy i gysylltiadau ffermydd gwynt, rydyn ni'n cynnig yr wybodaeth, y perthnasoedd a'r ddealltwriaeth leol sy'n cadw seilwaith hanfodol i symud.

Gyda gwaith sy’n amrywio o gyflymu cynlluniau telemetreg Dŵr Cymru, i alluogi'r National Grid i uwchraddio is-orsafoedd – rydyn ni'n helpu i ddarparu seilwaith mwy clyfar, cyflym, a chynaliadwy.

Mae ein gwasanaethau'n cynnwys yr Amgylchedd a Chynllunio, Geomateg, Tir ac Eiddo, ac Ymgysylltu â Rhanddeiliaid – ac mae pob un wedi'i deilwra i anghenion unigryw Cymru.

Mae prif ddarparwyr seilwaith Cymru yn ymddiried ynom ni – oherwydd rydyn ni'n cyflawni ein gwaith yn ofalus, yn gyflym ac yn hyderus.

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Supporting the future of Wales through specialist land, planning and environmental expertise, we deliver solutions that balance regional understanding with national significance driven by a commitment to people and sustainable progress.

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The DM difference in Wales

We deliver infrastructure with confidence and care — combining national expertise with deep local insight.

Integrated, multidisciplinary support

Seamless collaboration across Land & Property, Environment & Planning, and Geomatics keeps projects progressing at pace.

 Real regional knowledge

Our Welsh-speaking specialists understand the planning frameworks, devolved legislation and cultural context that shape delivery here. Continuity built in Our ONETEAM approach ensures consistent communication and progress – with a joined-up team structure that keeps delivery seamless from start to finish.

Built on understanding – and presence 

We don’t just work in Wales – we’re part of it. With team members based across the country, we bring first-hand knowledge of regional councils, communities and regulatory systems. Whether reviewing bilingual planning documents or advising on devolved legislation, we ensure delivery that’s responsive, efficient and grounded in local context.

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Sean Taylor leadership

Our Cardiff office is led by Sean Taylor MRTPI, Technical Director in the Environment and Planning (E&P) team.

Sean is a highly experienced Chartered Town Planner with more than 25 years’ experience in delivering major infrastructure and development projects.

He provides strategic leadership on complex consenting regimes, including DCO and DNS, advising on project feasibility, risk, and delivery across large-scale energy, utilities, and residential schemes. Sean has led nationally significant grid and renewable energy projects, including high-capacity solar and battery storage developments and major electricity connection infrastructure.

A former Executive Committee Member of RTPI Wales, Sean brings both technical expertise and professional leadership, with a strong emphasis on delivering efficient, policy-compliant, and commercially robust outcomes.

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Amelia Gallop

Associate Surveyor at DM, Amelia Gallop, is a committee member of the Pipeline Industries Guild (PIG) Wales and West Branch and serves as the Professional Development Network (PDN) representative for the region, supporting early‑career professionals across the region. 

The Guild provides a valuable platform for learning, collaboration and networking with clients, contractors and consultants alike, helping to strengthen professional relationships within the pipeline and utilities sector. 

Through my committee involvement and Dalcour Maclaren’s sponsorship of the recent Wales and West Branch PDN Paper Competition, I am proud to support initiatives that encourage technical development, knowledge sharing and confidence‑building among emerging professionals.

Amelia works across a wide range of infrastructure projects across Wales, including work for renewable energy and electricity clients. Currently, she is working on a new substation scheme on behalf of National Grid in South West Wales. 

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Regional highlights

  • Cello telemetry

    Early access agreements and cost-saving strategies to meet Welsh Water’s Cello telemetry schemes timeline. 

  • Substation connections

    Expert land negotiations, survey access, and on-the-ground support for National Grid’s substation expansions.

  • Stakeholder engagement

    Balancing operational needs with animal welfare and rural site access considerations for Welsh Water.

The future of infrastructure in Wales

Sean Taylor, Technical Director of Environment & Planning, introduces the implications of the Infrastructure (Wales) Act and reflects on the insights shared during the recent NIPA in Wales Event – Delivering the Infrastructure (Wales) Act.

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OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE

OUR SERVICE SPECIALISTS

Looking to deliver in Wales? Get in touch today

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Environment & Planning

Sean Taylor

Technical Director
MRTPI

Specialising in the delivery of complex infrastructure and energy projects, and with extensive experience leading large-scale transmission and distribution schemes.

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Geomatics

Steve Wallace

Director (GIS)

Specialising in Geomatics, Land Surveying, GIS and its application to U&I

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Senior Leadership Team

Harry Stubbs

Growth Director
AssocRICS

Specialising in strategy development for major infrastructure to deliver de-risked, efficient and economic solutions to projects and portfolios. 

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Stakeholder Engagement

Beth Motley

Engagement Lead

Specialising in strategic communications, engagement, and consultation campaigns for U&I projects 

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