Craig Holden is a Chartered Construction Manager and Director of Polyroof. He brings more than two decades of experience to the construction and roofing sectors. He holds professional status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). Consequently, his approach combines a rigorous professional framework with practical, hands-on industry experience. Craig Holden also sits on the board of the LRWA, representing the Association’s Manufacturer members.
- Craig Holden in construction and roofing
Craig brings a broad professional grounding to his current role. He has worked across both public and private projects. This has given him a wide perspective on the sector’s varied demands. For example, his early career included site management and business development roles before he moved into commercial leadership. Throughout this experience, he has focused on tendering, contract negotiation and the coordination of complex roofing schemes. As a result, he has built long-term relationships with architects, engineers, contractors and suppliers. These are based on clear communication and technical understanding.
- Role as Director at Polyroof
At Polyroof, Craig leads the business as Director, taking full responsibility for commercial performance and financial outcomes. His remit spans sales performance, overhead management, profit delivery and marketing strategy. In addition, he oversees system design and contractor training, supporting quality and consistency across projects in the UK and Ireland. This builds on his earlier leadership experience and reflects his continued focus on expanding the company’s market reach.
- Contribution to the LRWA board
Craig joined the board of the LRWA in 2024 to represent the Association’s Manufacturer members. This gives manufacturers a direct voice in sector decisions. His chartered status and broad commercial experience support this role. His current leadership position at Polyroof also adds strategic insight. However, his contribution extends beyond his own manufacturer background. He also helps ensure balanced representation across the Association’s wider membership. As a result, this strengthens the quality of the board’s decision-making. For more on how the board operates, see the LRWA’s page on Governance and Policies.
Craig Holden’s continued involvement reflects a broader commitment to raising standards across construction and roofing. His professional certifications and commercial experience provide real technical credibility. His current leadership role at Polyroof also keeps his understanding of the sector up to date. Meanwhile, his manufacturer-focused perspective helps ensure the board reflects the full range of member interests.
