Lee has been in the scaffolding industry all his working life. From starting as a yard operative, Lee worked his way up through the ranks to become an Advanced Scaffolder. After 12 years of working in the industry, Lee put himself through higher education, whilst working unpaid for one day a week at an engineering company. Once qualified, Lee took on a full-time position, and was at the company for 4 years, before starting Buckley Design Solutions in 2011.

Michelle manages the daily office administrative tasks in addition to her accounting responsibilities. With BDS's support, she has successfully completed her AAT Level 2 and 3 qualifications and is now diligently working towards her Level 4. She is already significantly involved in managing the business's accounts and is eager to apply her new knowledge to further the company's success.

Jonny has vast experience working as charge hand in many city centre, and restoration projects. He is also trained in advanced scaffold inspection, meaning his attention to details is meticulous. Jonny is an integral part of the company, providing drawings and calculations for many of our larger projects. His experience and expertise makes him an invaluable asset to the company.

Mike spent over 15 years as a scaffolder, before joining the BDS team. He was targeted for his vast scaffolding experience, including 4 years as charge hand on Tay Bridge, Scotland.
Mike has been with BDS since 2017, during which he completed his HNC in Civil Engineering and The Built Environment. Over this time, he has shown remarkable growth, advancing from a Trainee Scaffold Designer to Team Manager, and now serving as the Operations Manager. Mike is a vital member of the team, who is consistently looking to enhance his knowledge and managerial skills each year.

During his time at BDS, Hayden has earned a Level 3 BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment. He continues to acquire extensive theoretical and practical knowledge each week. Hayden has refined his expertise in CAD design and is enthusiastic about improving and advancing our current methodologies. His dedication to this field has made him the primary point of contact for all CAD-related queries our team may have. We are proud of his development over the past few years, and we are excited to see his progress in the future.

Adam has been in the industry for almost 20 years, working his way up to Project Manager and Scaffold Inspector on various prestige complex projects across London such as The Shard and Battersea Power Station. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree In IT and has a passion for 3D Modelling and augmented reality.

Before joining our team, Joe had extensive hands-on experience, particularly with commercial and industrial scaffolds, which provided him with a solid foundation of knowledge and expertise. This background facilitated his smooth transition into scaffold design, where he has demonstrated remarkable passion, determination, and drive. Joe is currently on track to complete his HNC and has already advanced to a senior role, thanks to his critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and deep understanding of the job. His ambition is to pursue a Civil Engineering degree at university, and we at BDS are committed to supporting him every step of the way.

Zhustin joined BDS in January 2023, after completing a degree in Architecture. Since then, he has shown great passion for the industry. His motivation and hard work have made him an invaluable asset to the company. Alongside working at BDS, Zhustin is also currently studying for a Master’s in Architecture, developing his 3D modelling skills.

Tim joined BDS during his second year of studying Architectural Design and Technology at the University of Salford. Whilst on the course, he developed a passion for BIM & Revit software. He now has the opportunity to further progress his skills, by applying them to real life scenarios, creating 3D Visuals alongside our usual 2D designs. He was heavily involved in the 3D design of Blackburn College, a job which we are all proud to be a part of.

Alex, with a decade of experience in scaffolding, comes from a family deeply rooted in the trade. Eager to advance his career, he joined the BDS team and immediately demonstrated his enthusiasm for learning, dedication and positive attitude. His ability to transfer skills from scaffolding to design has been evident, allowing him to swiftly move up the ranks, and become a highly valued member of the team.

As a Scaffold professional with over twenty-eight years’ experience, Paul has worked within various sectors of the Scaffolding industry. His experience spans across many sectors from highways, power stations, railways, OHL (power lines) and the aviation sector.
Erecting and planning bespoke scaffolds for over twenty-five years, Paul has an unprecedented passion and in-depth knowledge of the scaffolding industry. His depth of knowledge and enthusiasm shines through in everything he does, and we are proud to have him on our team as our dedicated site liaison manager.

Mohammed joined BDS in August 2024. With a Bachelor's degree in Civil & Architectural Engineering, he brings with him a strong academic foundation and a deep understanding of the built environment. Mo is eager to learn, grow, and develop his skills further and make a meaningful contribution to the industry. His passion for structural design shines through in his work. His dedication and enthusiasm for the field, makes him a valuable asset team, while his drive to excel ensures a bright future ahead.

Charles started his career as a trainee scaffolder, and has 7 years’ experience working on the tools. His passion was to further his career in the design sector, and the role as Trainee Design Engineer was a perfect starting place for this

Coming from a large family of Scaffolders, Alan has over 25 years’ experience in the industry working on various projects across the UK, offshore and abroad. As an Advanced Scaffolder and Scaffold Inspector, Alan joined our team recently and is excited to be using his wealth of knowledge and experience in his new role as a Trainee Scaffold Design Engineer.