Chris Stokes appointed as Director of QED (Quality, Engineering & Delivery)

RED Engineering Design Appoints Chris Stokes as Director of Quality, Engineering & Delivery

RED Engineering Design, a global leader in the design and delivery of data centres and critical infrastructure projects, is delighted to announce the promotion of Chris Stokes to Director of Quality, Engineering & Delivery (QED), effective 1st May 2025.

This appointment forms part of a wider strategic restructuring aimed at strengthening RED’s capabilities and ensuring continued excellence as the business expands across global markets.

Chris has been with RED for over 16 years and has played an integral role in delivering some of the company’s most complex engineering projects. A passionate advocate for technical excellence and innovation, Chris has built a reputation for setting the highest standards in design quality and project delivery. His technical expertise, collaborative leadership style, and commitment to continual improvement make him ideally placed to lead RED’s QED agenda.

In his new role, Chris will oversee the technical delivery and quality assurance of RED’s projects worldwide, helping to maintain the company’s reputation as a trusted partner for the design of mission-critical infrastructure. His leadership will also be instrumental in nurturing talent and embedding best practices across all teams.

Commenting on the appointment, Mark Smith, Chief Operating Officer at RED Engineering Design, said:

“Chris has long been a driving force behind RED’s commitment to engineering excellence. His technical expertise, leadership, and focus on innovation will be critical as we continue to evolve and deliver world-class solutions for our clients. We are proud to recognise Chris’s outstanding contribution to RED’s success.”

Chris’s promotion comes at an exciting time for RED Engineering Design. Following a recent business review, the company has taken deliberate steps to strengthen its leadership team, positioning itself for long-term success as the world’s leading designer of data centres and critical infrastructure projects. Further senior appointments will be announced in the coming weeks as RED continues its global expansion.

For further information, please contact:

Mark Middleton

Head of Marketing

marketing@red-eng.com