Waterland Ireland partners with McAdam Group to support its next phase of growth
Dublin/Belfast, 12 November 2026 – Waterland Ireland today announced that it has partnered with McAdam Group, a leading multidisciplinary engineering, architecture and project management consultancy serving infrastructure and built environment markets across Ireland and the UK.
The partnership will support McAdam Group’s next phase of growth, enabling the business to continue investing in its people and technical capabilities, deepen its presence in existing markets and pursue opportunities for organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. McAdam’s existing leadership team will continue to lead the business, maintaining its focus on high-quality client service and project delivery.
Founded in 1963, McAdam has developed into one of the largest independent multidisciplinary consultancy practices operating across the island of Ireland. From its offices in Belfast and Cork, its team of more than 200 provides engineering, architecture, project management, environmental and health and safety services to public- and private-sector clients.
Donal Mac Nioclais, Partner at Waterland Ireland, said: “We are delighted to partner with such a strong business in a growing industry. What stood out to us about McAdam was the depth of expertise across the business and the trust it has built with clients over many years. The team have created a strong platform in markets where demand is growing and specialist capability really matters. Our role will be to help them build from that position – backing investment in people, supporting the development of new services and providing the resources to pursue the right opportunities while retaining the qualities that make McAdam distinctive.”
Martin Hare, Managing Director, McAdam Group, said: “This partnership marks an important milestone for McAdam Group. Waterland shares our ambition for the business and our commitment to delivering excellent outcomes for clients. With its strategic support, investment experience and international network, we will be able to accelerate our growth while preserving the expertise, culture and client relationships that have underpinned McAdam’s success. It will also give our people new opportunities to develop, collaborate and contribute to an even broader range of high-quality projects across Ireland and the UK.”
Waterland’s partnership approach combines strategic and financial support with local market expertise and an international network. Together, Waterland and McAdam intend to build on the Group’s established platform, broaden its capabilities and create further opportunities for employees and clients.
For more information about McAdam Group, please visit www.mcadamdesign.co.uk.
Press contact:
Paul Griffin | pgriffin@reputation-inc.com
Laurence Van Doosselaere | press@waterlandpe.com