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Software firm move headquarters into Newcastle

Construction software firm 4Projects will move their UK headquarters into Newcastle’s Central Square building.

The company has plans to grow by more than 50% as demand for Building Infomation Modelling systems has increased in the last few years.

30 jobs have been created by the move which was facilitated by the Let’s Grow project and NewcastleGateshead Initiative.

Steve Spark, managing director of 4Projects said: “The increased demand for effective project and BIM collaboration tools from a variety of construction stakeholders across the globe has required us to expand our U.K.-based team.

“We will be creating up to 30 new jobs across all aspects of the development and implementation cycle including developers, technical support, quality assurance and sales professionals.

“The support that the Let’s Grow programme has presented creates an environment in which 4Projects can capitalize on the growing market for construction collaboration tools and the unique opportunity to be at the ground level of Newcastle’s emergence as a recognised centre for innovation and technology in the region.”

Catherine Walker, director of inward investment at Newcastle Gateshead Initiative said: “We’re delighted that 4Projects have chosen Newcastle for the location of its European headquarters. The city’s ambition for growth can only be achieved through the attraction of high performing companies such as 4Projects bringing and creating highly skilled knowledge and innovation led jobs.

“They will join an extensive cluster of software development companies, world-class universities and collaborative networks that push the boundaries of technology, providing innovative tech solutions for global companies around the world.

“This reinforces our growing reputation across the UK and beyond as one on the most vibrant and talented tech communities outside of London. And with the development of a headquarters function, they will be a strategically important employer and we look forward to working with them to ensure they experience a seamless integration as well as having access to the support needed for sustainable growth.”

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Tom Keighley .