We’re an unusual team and we have attracted great talent from across all sectors and countries.
Above all else, we care about the environment, the future of our next generation and achieving net zero – as fast as possible.
Each senior member of the team chose to leave a secure and successful career in order to pursue what, we believe, would benefit every one of us – not just ourselves.
Talk to us about your challengesCILS analyse, plan and design,
improve and prove,
then implement light and power solutions,
so that our clients,
busy running complex and important facilities,
can be utterly confident about the sustainable future of their buildings.
Watch this short video to see what to expect from working with us, and about our commitment to the environment, and to our clients and their profitability.
Director, Founder & CEO
The early part of Chris’s career was spent in the pursuit of goals that, in retrospect, were destructive and meaningless – working for fast-moving consumer goods companies, driving sales to record levels. It was consumption at the expense of the planet.
Chris’s primary drive now is helping clients achieve net zero as swiftly and sustainably as possible.
In 2011, he founded CILS – to deliver energy efficiency through LED lighting solutions. Led by his passion for the environment, he’s always looking for better technology-driven solutions.
And with that in mind, he’s taken CILS from a start-up to one of the foremost energy solutions providers. He’s built strong relationships with clients and suppliers alike. CILS is a trusted delivery partner of Siemens smart technology in the UK and Europe.
Though he loves ‘tech for good’ – you’re unlikely to find him on any social media. You’re more likely to find him out, in the natural environment, paddling around in his kayak!
Director of Operations
Matt is CILS Director of Operations. Prior to joining us, he held senior posts at several companies, including the BRE.
His primary skill set is delivering complex projects, on time, and on budget, with minimal stress. With a background in mountain rescue, he knows how to keep a cool head.
In his spare time, Matt raises a young family of future engineering specialists and enjoys country living.
Operations Management
Lucie has successfully managed the team to deliver outstanding results for over a decade. The average measured lighting energy reduction has been more than 90% on her watch.
Her calm resourcefulness is invaluable.
Though she goes by the nickname Lucie, her given name is Lucinda. It means ‘to illuminate.’ If you’ve ever met her, you know the room just lights up when she’s around.
Office Management
Clare started her career in retail, then crossed over to training and apprenticeships with Babcock. After having her beautiful children, she moved into higher education before switching to sustainability and energy efficient building solutions, by joining us.
Clare’s ability to juggle multiple projects and people effortlessly is invaluable. She’s an absolute wonder when it comes to making our projects run smoothly.
Marketing
Kelly is originally from an Estonian fairy forest. She’s lived in few different corners of the world and can speak several languages – including Mandarin.
Her passion for social justice and the environment led her to leave the homeless charity – Shelter, to join CILS. She strongly believes that unless we minimise the impact of climate change, homelessness could prove overwhelming, on a global scale.
Her aspiration is to live up to her ‘net zero fairy’ status and inspire others do their part.
Office Administration
Susan is a born organiser and administrator. Her vast experience in multiple fields – Civil Service, background security screening, retail management, administration – is a great asset. For example, she worked for Nielsen setting up the Nielsen Book Awards. And mingled at book launches and dinners with the Great and the Good. Susan also organised the Box Office for school productions.
She spends her downtime with her husband visiting historical sites, treasure-hunting in second-hand and antique shops, sewing, reading, or watching old movies.
Office & Finance Administration
Becki joined CILS after several years of helping small businesses with various administration and book-keeping tasks.
She takes immense pride in her role in supporting CILS mission to save carbon. After all, ensuring all financial records are kept on top of is crucial to keep the business going.
She enjoys walking her rottie Lila, and spending quality time with her other half, family, and friends.
Carbon Reduction & Sustainability
Oscar is CILS’ Carbon Reduction Specialist, holding a BSc in Geology, an MSc in Crisis and Disaster Management, and recognition as a 2023 Aspen Institute Future Climate Leader.
With a background in corporate net zero initiatives and a love for data analysis, Oscar is the perfect candidate to help CILS’ clients achieve their net zero targets. He also cherishes long walks in nature, untouched by human activity.
CAD & Lighting Design
Arash has 10+ years experience in CAD design. He’s dedicated to making our buildings more sustainable. Working with CILS, he feels that he’s finally part of a team who have the same vision as him.
Sketchup, DIALux and Lumion are just a few of the software programmes where his expertise is unrivalled.
CAD & Lighting Design
Atena is a qualified Architect and trained Interior Designer. At CILS, she’s putting her multiple talents to the best possible use – primarily creating CAD & smart lighting designs that make buildings intelligent and environmentally conscious.
Sustainable architecture and design have always been her passion. She joined our team, keen to explore smart technology making buildings safer, more efficient and sustainable.
She’s not only a brilliant designer, but also an academic; she’s previously lectured in Architecture at Portsmouth Uni and Iran. And she’s a great photographer.
CAD & Lighting Design
Since Laura graduated from Interior Architecture and Design, she’s been committed to designing the best quality, most compliant and least wasteful lighting solutions out there.
She’s been in the industry for over five years, with expertise in everything from architectural lighting to the technical build of the products.
Laura joined CILS to focus on IoT and lighting. Her designs are integral to maximising building efficiency. All contributing to something she’s very passionate about – giving her young family the best possible future.
Business Development & Marketing
Originally from Ukraine, Khrystyna brings her experience as a professional journalist to the team. She is passionate about addressing social and environmental challenges through the power of online publishing and digital marketing. Khrystyna is also a firm believer in taking immediate action to save our planet for future generations.
Electrical Operations
James is our Head of Electrical. He’s an exceptional electrical engineer and organiser.
Prior to joining CILS, he was responsible for the FM contract for 185 sites, with a staff of 35 engineers.
His role at CILS is to ensure quality and drive success.
Survey Lead & Site Project Management
Ash is our Lead Surveyor and Senior Site Project Manager and has been with CILS from the very beginning. He’s also an SMSTS qualified electrician.
He has pushed some of our most impressive projects over the line. The University of Antwerp, the Gala Theatre in Durham, Bristol and North Somerset Courts – to name just a few of his favourites.
Ash is also an outstanding smart building systems Commissioning Engineer and Surveyor. He’s got eagle eyes, able to identify all types of light fittings and has an amazing knack of remembering the minutest details of each survey… even years later.
His passion for his career is only matched by his passion to travel the world, learning about different cultures, and eating delicious food, wherever he goes.
Site Project Management
Tom loves a good challenge and joined CILS, where he found the best team of people to work with. Sinfully, he enjoys racing carts and is even the 2020 nationwide cart champion for the SERKC.
What sets Tom apart is his quick thinking and ability to stay calm under pressure. He’s also one of the few first aiders who have had to put their resuscitation skills into practice (just to clarify, it was a completely non-installation-related emergency).
With CILS, Tom has managed the installations at Keysight Technologies and has since been putting his technical expertise and leadership skills to work at the University of Birmingham.
Lighting & IoT Installation
Gary joined CILS after spending 17 years with the Highways, responding to emergency callouts, and doing utility surveying and maintenance at commercial and industrial sites.
Since joining us, Gary has found fulfilment. He’s excited to have seen the small team’s hard work pay off and the company grow into what it is today.
Site Project Management
As a qualified electrician, Paul has vast experience in electrical works.
He’s been with large companies such as Haden Young and is proud of the many big jobs he’s been involved with – the Commonwealth stadium in Manchester, Capenhurst Nuclear Power Station, UK hospitals. With Imtech Engineering Services, he worked on the high-rise projects in the centre of Manchester. He is now enjoying being part of a smaller, more tight-knit and dedicated team.
Paul’s passions are shared, first and foremost, with his family. Football, dancing around with the kids; just general, quality time spent with his family are cherished.
And this is also one of the reasons he joined CILS; he considers our shared goal of saving energy crucial, especially for the next generation.
IoT Systems Engineering
Mykyta left the education sector to join CILS. He brought with him a level of expertise in IT and tech, that most people can only dream about.
This makes him an excellent lead for commissioning and fine-tuning new smart lighting systems.
He’s also our dedicated laser-scan operator during surveys, creating a ‘digital twin’ of our clients’ buildings, which gives our design team detailed cloud-point data to create the best and most energy-efficient lighting systems.
He is also the office wizard who has built all our designers’ super-computers.
Electrical Installation
This year, Neil is playing a crucial role in implementing the smartest campus project at the University of Birmingham. When he’s not busy with electrical installations, Neil enjoys spending time with his family, running, scaling rock faces, playing guitar and piano, and reading Shakespeare.
He’s a passionate advocate for creating a better future for his children and is proud to be working with CILS toward that goal. With his impressive track record and dedication to improving lives through his work, Neil is a valuable member of our team.
We begin with gathering the necessary information to estimate where the biggest savings lie, within the building. We analyse client energy bills, half-hourly data, and operational hours. We model the consumption profile to assess exactly when and where most energy is used.
Our survey team will then carry out a physical survey and a laser scan of the building(s)…
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