Pettit Singleton Associates (PSA), a leading building services engineering firm in the North West, has announced the retirement of co-founder and director Steve Pettit after 36 years of dedicated service. Pettit, who established the company in 1989, has been instrumental in shaping PSA into one of the region’s most respected engineering consultancies.
In a heartfelt LinkedIn post, Pettit reflected on his retirement, stating, “Everything comes to an end, I am now officially retired from PSA and now looking forward to the next chapter in my life making new memories with family and friends, playing golf (badly), padel tennis and tennis along with other hobbies that I haven’t yet tried.”
Following Pettit’s departure, fellow director and long-time co-owner Jimmy Dobson has assumed full control of the business. Dobson, who has been with PSA for over 15 years, brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to the company’s core values. “Steve’s leadership has been foundational to our success,” Dobson remarked. “As we move forward, we remain dedicated to delivering innovative, practical, and value-for-money building services solutions to our clients.”
Leadership Principles and Future Outlook
Under Pettit’s guidance, PSA cultivated a culture centered on quality, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement. This ethos has resulted in over 80% of the firm’s work coming from repeat clients, a testament to the trust and reliability PSA has established in the industry.
With Dobson at the helm, PSA is poised to build upon this strong foundation. The company plans to continue its focus on delivering high-quality engineering solutions while exploring new opportunities for growth and innovation in the building services sector.
About PSA
Pettit Singleton Associates is one of the North West’s largest building services engineering practices, with offices in Preston Docklands and Warwick Bridge, Carlisle. The firm offers a comprehensive range of services, including mechanical and electrical design, building compliance, energy and sustainability consulting, project management, and procurement.
PSA’s portfolio boasts numerous prestigious and technically demanding projects, such as the expansion of the Victoria Warehouse in Trafford, a nationwide upgrade of sprinklers for social housing, and the first non-domestic Passivhaus (EnerPHit) compliant office refurbishment. Their commitment to excellence has earned them a reputation for delivering projects that meet and exceed client expectations.
As PSA embarks on this new chapter, the company remains steadfast in its mission to provide the highest standard of service, fostering strong and trusted relationships with clients while offering innovative and practical building services solutions.
