Nitesh Magdani Email & Phone Number

Amersham, Gb

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Working as a tutor to support global organisations - implementing sustainability and sustainable solutions for their products and services.

London, United Kingdom

Net Positive Solutions is purpose driven - To design, inform strategy and collaborate with others to create net positive benefits for the planet.Working with trusted partners to design sustainable strategies and put in place frameworks to turn theory into practical implementation.Leading a working group of built environment experts re: Natural Capital for the UK Green Building Council to feed into the Construction Innovation Hub’s ‘Values Toolkit’ project – to be launched by UK… Show more Net Positive Solutions is purpose driven - To design, inform strategy and collaborate with others to create net positive benefits for the planet.Working with trusted partners to design sustainable strategies and put in place frameworks to turn theory into practical implementation.Leading a working group of built environment experts re: Natural Capital for the UK Green Building Council to feed into the Construction Innovation Hub’s ‘Values Toolkit’ project – to be launched by UK government in 2021 as a methodology to evaluate true impact on developments (rather than just Financial Capital). https://constructioninnovationhub.org.uk/value-toolkit/Sustainable business consultancy for The Ellen MacArthur Foundation and Cambridge Institute for Sustainable Leadership. Show less

Insight Futures is a strategy, transformation and innovation platform business - a collective of people aligned around common values & purpose to solve problems. We exist to shape a future where business, society and the environment prosper sustainably.As Built Environment & Sustainability Specialist, I provide over 20 years of experience in design, construction and operation of the Built Environment. I believe in collaboration, design thinking and creating sound evidence to achieve… Show more Insight Futures is a strategy, transformation and innovation platform business - a collective of people aligned around common values & purpose to solve problems. We exist to shape a future where business, society and the environment prosper sustainably.As Built Environment & Sustainability Specialist, I provide over 20 years of experience in design, construction and operation of the Built Environment. I believe in collaboration, design thinking and creating sound evidence to achieve tangible benefits. Show less

Uk

Launched in 2012, the Supply Chain Sustainability School is a free learning environment, upskilling those working within, or aspiring to work within, the built environment sector.We focus on 17 key topics of sustainability, as well as addressing topics in offsite, BIM, lean construction and management.Membership is free and signing up is easy. Membership gives access to thousands of learning resources and CPD-accredited content. The School also offers CPD training and networking… Show more Launched in 2012, the Supply Chain Sustainability School is a free learning environment, upskilling those working within, or aspiring to work within, the built environment sector.We focus on 17 key topics of sustainability, as well as addressing topics in offsite, BIM, lean construction and management.Membership is free and signing up is easy. Membership gives access to thousands of learning resources and CPD-accredited content. The School also offers CPD training and networking events across the UK. The Board is responsible for fiscal governance and setting the strategic direction of the School. The key governing document is the Business Plan which is developed in conjunction with the Board and approved at the Annual General Meeting in March each year. Show less

Bunnik, Utrecht Province, Netherlands

As part of the global Strategy department, responsible for the development and execution of BAM's sustainability strategy and roll out across all Group Operating Companies. Set realistic short-medium-long term targets - aspiring to be Net Positive by 2050. Steering and development of issues such as the development of sustainability frameworks; change management; communications; sustainable procurement; tender stage gate processes; net zero carbon; embodied carbon; circular economy business… Show more As part of the global Strategy department, responsible for the development and execution of BAM's sustainability strategy and roll out across all Group Operating Companies. Set realistic short-medium-long term targets - aspiring to be Net Positive by 2050. Steering and development of issues such as the development of sustainability frameworks; change management; communications; sustainable procurement; tender stage gate processes; net zero carbon; embodied carbon; circular economy business models. Responsibility for non-financial reporting, governance and compliance.Initiated and lead various circular economy initiatives including the design and construction of the Circular House for London Design Festival together with Arup, Frener and Reifer and The Built Environment Trust. Engaged with BAM's supply chain to create a circular demonstration and to showcase circular business models, including design for deconstruction, reuse of materials, material passports etc. Part of the successful EU Commission research project: Building as a Material Bank (BAMB).Co-authored the Circular Business Models in The Built Environment publication with Arup and The Ellen MacArthur Foundation.Company benchmarks include; GRI; Integrated Reporting; CDP (Leadership Band); Science Based Targets; GRESB; SFMI. Show less

Global

Part of the Members Advisory Committee to develop a roadmap and advise on industry advancements - all contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals.

Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Increased team exposure and more focused on consultancy services offered, integration within business, added value. Within the confinement of the existing targets (inward and short term focused), redefined and implemented a strategy to raise BAM’s profile, with sustainability at its core – internal and external related targeted communications strategy...Sustainability microsite launched in 2013.Engaged with projects/ key clients, such as Google, Argent etc to exceed… Show more Increased team exposure and more focused on consultancy services offered, integration within business, added value. Within the confinement of the existing targets (inward and short term focused), redefined and implemented a strategy to raise BAM’s profile, with sustainability at its core – internal and external related targeted communications strategy...Sustainability microsite launched in 2013.Engaged with projects/ key clients, such as Google, Argent etc to exceed expectations and to offer solutions around sustainability. Carried out specific consultancy work for clients in helping them to better understand and implement sustainability frameworks for their projects. Influenced circular economy related policy and advised on key enablers for CE in major projects for Cities, Regions, and major projects.Worked with proactive external partners to raise our profile, network and expertise e.g. UKGBC/ Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Reinforced BAM Construct UK's reputation as thought leaders. Show less

Eastern Region

Invited to take the role of Sustainability Specialist for the RIBA Eastern Region jury panel for 2015 and 2016. Advised on the sustainable design merits of various schemes, which are put forward for the RIBA National Awards.

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Occasional visiting tutor to assist Post Graduate students in Architecture with sustainable design tutorials

Engaged with clients and presented at various conferences on sustainable building design, in particular use of innovative natural materials as construction materials. Case studies and experience from own projects.Set up new company policies and implemented initiatives to educate the company, audit existing projects, and develop expertise through sustainable design. Facilitated Designing out waste workshops with WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Plan) for other architects across… Show more Engaged with clients and presented at various conferences on sustainable building design, in particular use of innovative natural materials as construction materials. Case studies and experience from own projects.Set up new company policies and implemented initiatives to educate the company, audit existing projects, and develop expertise through sustainable design. Facilitated Designing out waste workshops with WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Plan) for other architects across the UK.Sustainable design guidance and peer reviews for schemes in development. Set up an Environmental Management System working towards ISO:14001 accreditation. Show less

Covered Uk And International Projects From The London Hq

Responsible for day to day management of the Mixed Use/ Retail teams. Reporting to the Board on budgets and forecast. Business Development.Lead architect for high profile sustainable buildings, including:o Marks & Spencer – Developed various concept sustainable retail/ mixed use schemes, often looking at future trends and horizon scanning to inform design decisions. o Marks & Spencer, Cheshire Oaks Sustainable Store. The design uses prefabricated construction techniques,… Show more Responsible for day to day management of the Mixed Use/ Retail teams. Reporting to the Board on budgets and forecast. Business Development.Lead architect for high profile sustainable buildings, including:o Marks & Spencer – Developed various concept sustainable retail/ mixed use schemes, often looking at future trends and horizon scanning to inform design decisions. o Marks & Spencer, Cheshire Oaks Sustainable Store. The design uses prefabricated construction techniques, Hemcrete wall construction, timber structure and incorporates natural daylight. Air is tempered via earth ducts under the building to reduce cooling demand.o Zero Carbon House – Research initiative to design a dwelling to meet the requirements of Code for Sustainable Homes (level 6) and LTH. Showcase the use of renewable materials in the mainstream construction industry. The dwelling has been designed to be flexible, adaptable and affordable.o Landmark, Visitor Centre – The design acts as a control point for the display of garden design & furniture, whilst promoting the clients’ commitment to sustainability. The design explores an organic roof form made from timber within which ‘pods’ under the roof control the differing internal environments.o Goodman International, Parque Empressarial de San Fernando de Henares, Madrid, Spain – Two new buildings have been designed around a new feature lake with extensive landscaping. Completed February 2009o Adnams Distribution Centre, Suffolk – Sustainable Distribution Centre and office, First commercial use of lime/ hemp (walls) in UK; curved glulam beams in excess of 40m; a nature roof (5000m²); solar thermal and sustainable drainage. Completed October 2006o Fenwick, New Bond Street – New office building adjoining enhanced retail store. Proposals include extending and rationalizing the existing store layout. Completed 2009.o The Grove 5* Hotel– restoration of a grade II listed building and part new build. Completed August 2003. Show less

Regular visiting tutor within the School of the Built Environment for:Post-graduate Architecture and Urban Design modules3rd year undergraduate architecture modules

Abbey National Building Society Headquarters (office) – D&B (Turner D&B)Gallagher Leisure Complex, LeedsNewgate Street Mixed Use Development, Newcastle

Ba (Hons), Graduate Diploma, Riba I,Ii And Iii, Architecture

Graduate Diploma in Architecture RIBA Part III, Professional Practice certificate

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