Described as a pragmatic futurist, Dale is driven to transform project delivery through innovative use of digital technologies and offsite manufacturing. By integrating artificial intelligence into interdisciplinary design for manufacture workflows, he aims to revolutionise the approach to design complexity and future challenges. His global team is delivering cutting-edge projects, collaborating with clients and contractors to harness the advantages of progressive manufacturing methods including kit-of-parts approaches. He sits on many MMC working groups including Heathrow Airport’s and Balfour Beatty’s.

Dale is a qualified architect with over 38 years of experience and has played a key role in shaping industry standards. He was the lead author of the RIBA Plan of Work publications and has authored multiple books on design management and the crucial role of the lead designer in the digital age. He is involved in many forums and he regularly talks at round table events, giving keynote addresses on the transition to manufacturing and how AI will aid this.