Caroline Compton-James will be Mark Robinson’s new deputy

Scape has hired the former head of construction at the Cabinet Office as its new deputy chief executive. 

Caroline Compton-James, who most recently worked as public sector director at Osborne, will work alongside Mark Robinson, group chief executive at the public procurement body, to expand its framework capabilities. 

Caroline Compton-James headshot with white background

During her time in the civil service, she engaged with departments across Whitehall to implement the Government Construction Strategy. 

Compton-James is also a former deputy chair of the Housing Forum and a former chair of the Civil Engineering Contractors Association’s public affairs committee. 

She was also shortlisted for the Female Leadership Awards at the 2018 ΢Ȧ Awards.

“As Scape looks to enhance its reach and better serve the public sector, we are excited to welcome Caroline to the team,” said Robinson.  

“She brings a wealth of experience and a deep knowledge of the built environment, and we look forward to working together to support local authorities in delivering socially sustainable places across the country.”