Meet The Team

Neil has been involved in the building services industry for all of his working life, serving a four year indentured apprenticeship upon leaving full time education.

Neil oversees all aspects of the day to day running of the business as well as taking responsibility for future planning.  Alongside these duties Neil also acts as Project Director on our larger projects where his commitment and strong management style is respected and ensures repeat business.

Neil is extremely active within the industry; he has recently completed a 2 year term as Chairman of the Commissioning Specialists Association and retains his seat on the main steering committee, a role he has held since 2006.  He also sat on the steering committee for the revised BSRIA Guide to Commissioning Air Systems which is due for publication later this year. Neil is an Affiliate Member of the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers – CIBSE

Outside of work Neil’s interest are his family, attempting to keep fit and socialising with friends and colleagues.  During the Winter months he will often be found skiing in the Austrian Alps, even if just for the weekend.

Telephone: 01279 508204
Email: neilwhite@crosscount.com

Mike started his career in building services commissioning in 1979 following a successful City & Guilds apprenticeship in mechanical engineering.

With over 30 year’s experience he has been involved in many projects, both large and small, covering all aspects of commissioning, commissioning management, validation and troubleshooting both in the UK and abroad.

His role within the company involves the following:

• Health & Safety.
• Mobilisation of engineers and equipment.
• Contract planning.
• Technical support.
• Estimating.

Mike is committed to deliver to our client’s, their projects on time, and on budget.

Telephone: 01279 508204
Email: michaelforrest@crosscount.com

I have been working within the building services commissioning industry for nearly thirty years, being employed by only a few notable companies, with Crosscount certainly being amongst them.

I have now been employed by Crosscount for some thirteen years and can honestly say that I have enjoyed and continue to enjoy working for Crosscount.

Although I did start out on the tools a long time ago I have now earned a senior position within the company whereby I’m involved in the day to day running of the business alongside the Directors as well as offering help and advice to our onsite engineers and more importantly, Clients.

As much as I thoroughly enjoy the daily rigors, challenges, stress and diversity of the position I hold, I do still relish getting back in the field on the front line facing the muck and bullets which I find helps me keep abreast of the industry product changes and advances, resulting in a better understanding when problem solving.

Telephone: 01279 508204
Email: jeffriley@crosscount.com

Gary has been involved in the building services industry since 1999 and joined Crosscount in 2004 as a Commissioning Engineer. Throughout his time with the company, Gary has progressed through a number of senior roles, reflecting both his technical expertise and commitment to delivering the highest standard of Commissioning Management.

Beginning with a hands on commissioning background, Gary has developed extensive experience across Commissioning Management, Validation and Project Delivery, working on many prestigious developments throughout the UK. His practical knowledge, attention to detail and collaborative approach have earned the respect of clients, consultants and project teams alike.

As Associate Director, Gary oversees a number of Commissioning Management projects whilst supporting the continued development of Crosscount's Commissioning Management procedures and project delivery systems. He also provides technical guidance to the company's commissioning managers and engineers, helping to ensure projects are delivered safely, professionally and to the highest possible standard.

Gary achieved the Commissioning Specialists Association's highest Commissioning Management accreditation, CM3 Project Commissioning Manager, in 2022. He remains an active member of both the CSA Main Committee and Training Committee and is also a qualified CIBSE NABERS UK Assessor.

Outside of work, Gary enjoys spending time with his family, keeping active and indulging in his many hobbies.

Telephone: 01279 508204
Email: garyjames@crosscount.com