With over 30 years of experience, James specialises in building services for healthcare engineering systems. He has contributed to the design of some of Ireland’s largest healthcare facilities, implementing innovative solutions for modern medical environments.

James leads a skilled team dedicated to delivering complex projects with a focus on quality, budget control, and timely completion. He creates innovative environments that enhance healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes.

Gerard is a Chartered Engineer and a Fellow of CIBSE, IHEEM, and ACEI, with over 35 years of experience in the design and management of acute healthcare facilities, large-scale building services, industrial developments, and mission-critical projects.

In recent years, Gerard has played a key role in mission-critical projects, delivering solutions through RIBA Stages 1–5 for developments in Ireland, as well as contributing to reference designs across APAC and EMEA. His experience includes securing planning permissions at Stage 1 for multiple IT facilities.

Gerard specializes in client-facing project delivery and is accredited as an Accredited Tier Designer (ATD) by the Uptime Institute.

In recognition of his contributions to the industry, Gerard was awarded the CIBSE Bronze Medal in 2013 for services to the building services profession and to the Institution in Ireland.

He has also held several academic and professional roles with TU Dublin, including Lecturer, External Examiner, and currently as a member of the Industry Liaison Group. Additionally, Gerard supports professional development within the engineering community as a membership interviewer for Engineers Ireland.

Gerard manages CPD activities for the Electrical Department, ensuring design standards and principles remain at the forefront of industry practice.

Outside of work, Gerard is an avid golfer and can often be found on the links at weekends.

David Seymour is an experienced Associate Director at Black & White Engineering, based in Edinburgh, with over 25 years in the mechanical building services industry. Starting his career in 1997 as an electrical engineering apprentice, he quickly transitioned to mechanical systems, earning an M.Eng in Architectural Engineering from Heriot-Watt University and achieving Chartered Engineer status with CIBSE in 2011.

David has led mechanical design and coordination across a wide range of sectors, including pharmaceutical labs, cleanrooms, industrial facilities, and high-capacity data centers. His data centres experience includes projects up to 72 MW, utilising liquid cooling and multiple advanced cooling system types to meet demanding performance and energy efficiency targets.

At Black & White Engineering, David plays a key role in strategic planning, technical leadership, and team development. He is passionate about mentoring engineers, improving design standards, and driving innovation across projects.

With a strong focus on quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, David is committed to delivering engineering solutions that meet the evolving needs of clients and the industry.