Transport planning, engineering and placemaking consultancy PJA has strengthened its south-west team by making two senior appointments and a promotion at its Bristol office.

Chartered civil engineer Paul Mackie has joined the office as associate director. Formerly an associate at Peter Brett Associates, Paul brings over 15 years’ experience, with a focus on development infrastructure.

Eliot King, formerly of Hydrock Engineering, has taken the role of associate transport planner, bringing 12 years’ experience.

Matt McFeat has also been promoted to associate director, taking responsibility for the day to day running of the company’s Bristol office, and taking an active role in growing the south-west team.

PJA director Jon Tricker, who leads the south-west region, said: “I would like to welcome Paul and Eliot to the team and congratulate Matt on his promotion. They all offer a wealth of expertise and experience that will enable us to further enhance our client offering and develop the business in line with our ambitious growth strategy for the region.”