JSM is proud to announce that Jamil Cadersaib, Senior Project Manager in Pre-Construction, has been named one of the Leeds & West Yorkshire Top 30 Under 30 winners for 2026 – a prestigious recognition celebrating the region’s most exceptional young professionals.
Now in its third year, the Top 30 Under 30 programme highlights rising talent across Leeds and West Yorkshire, offering each winner a year long development experience through the Leadership Excellence Acceleration Programme (LEAP). The initiative recognises individuals who are not only excelling in their roles but also shaping the future of their organisations and the wider business community.
A standout leader in engineering and responsible infrastructure
Jamil’s selection reflects his remarkable professional trajectory, progressing from hands on civils roles to becoming a trusted Senior Project Manager leading complex feasibility studies, multidisciplinary teams and high value engineering packages. His work has directly influenced nationally significant infrastructure, including renewable energy schemes, major power upgrades and one of the UK’s largest regeneration power programmes.
His nomination highlighted his:
- Technical excellence in developing high voltage cable route strategies across challenging environments such as bridges, tunnels, rail corridors and dense utility networks
- Commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, enabling green energy connections, reducing carbon impacts and protecting sensitive ecological environments
- Leadership in safety and wellbeing, championing mental health awareness, supervising high risk operations and ensuring rigorous compliance with industry regulations
- Contribution to the wider engineering community as a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) ambassador, ICE (Institute of Civil Engineers) reviewer and host of interactive learning lunches that inspire colleagues and future engineers
Michael Booth, CEO of JSM, said:
Jamil’s achievement is richly deserved. He represents the very best of JSM – technically excellent, values driven and consistently committed to delivering responsible, sustainable engineering. His leadership, curiosity and passion for developing others make him an outstanding ambassador for our organisation. We are incredibly proud to see him recognised among the region’s top emerging leaders.
How LEAP will support Jamil’s next chapter
Through the LEAP programme, Jamil will gain enhanced leadership, communication and strategic decision making skills, further strengthening his progression toward CEng MICE and amplifying his impact across JSM’s preconstruction portfolio. His role as a STEM ambassador and internal learning lunch host means the benefits of the programme will extend far beyond his own development, uplifting teams and inspiring future engineers.
A milestone for Jamil and for JSM
Jamil’s recognition reinforces JSM’s commitment to nurturing exceptional talent and supporting the next generation of engineering leaders. His dedication to responsible engineering, community engagement and continuous improvement embodies the values that drive JSM forward.