Pivotal role for planning, overseeing, and managing various projects throughout the life cycle. Combining my engineering expertise with problem-solving skills. From estimating design resource and production time to co-ordinating final delivery. This role requires a blend of technical and design expertise, project management skills, and effective communication to ensure the successful delivery of projects within scope, programme, and budget. Collaborating closely across the business and site teams to drive and guide on time deliveries.1. Project Planning and Execution:• Aid in budget estimations and project programme development.• Engage in design and development phases, ensuring alignment with project objectives.• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.• Coordinate transport logistics and update project databases.2. Resource Management:• Assess resource availability and allocate them efficiently.• Collaborate with production teams to streamline operations.• Monitor resource utilisation and oversee subcontract fabrication.3. Technical Expertise:• Provide technical guidance and stay abreast of industry trends.• Encourage innovation within the project team.4. Stakeholder Communication:• Act as the primary contact for stakeholders.• Facilitate cross-functional communication and contribute to design reviews.5. Quality Assurance:• Implement quality assurance processes and conduct regular inspections.• Work with teams to uphold product integrity.6. Documentation and Reporting:• Maintain accurate project records and present updates to stakeholders.7. Design Creation:• Use CAD software to produce precise technical drawings.8. Drafting and Documentation:• Review and approve drawing packages, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Led and motivated a versatile and cross-disciplined Design and Engineering department, pricing and converting sales opportunities into competitive and cost-effective invoiced orders.Collaborated closely with the Sales team and clients to translate conceptual designs into practical solutions. Organised layouts, product specification drawings, renders, and cost estimates for tailor-made solutions.Managed the co-ordination of engineering activities to meet planned milestones, effectively prioritising tasks as needed. Maintained proactive communication with Project Management to ensure the achievement of crucial delivery dates.Exercised quality control by reviewing and validating production drawings, product specifications, and operation and maintenance documents. Managed and updated production routes and bill of materials using ERP systems Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 & 2012.Provided support to the Purchasing department and established productive relationships with external suppliers, contributing to the provision of cost-effective design solutions. Collaborated with the in-house production and fabrication facility, facilitating the smooth integration of new products and incorporating valuable improvement suggestions.Shared resources and collaborated closely with the New Product Development team to facilitate the successful transition of new products into the manufacturing phase.

Managed the design office overseeing all processes involved in producing drawing packages to enable successful fabrication and installation. Co-ordinated with external structural engineers, design houses, and contractors as needed, overseeing and assessing work packages.Ensured the completion of all engineering tasks in alignment with engineering instructions and where applicable client specifications and quality standards.Maintained a deep understanding of each contract by reviewing architects’ and associated engineers’ drawings, effectively conveying this information to the design team. Maintained equilibrium by comprehending the needs of both clients and the business, while offering support and guidance to clients on project progress.Supplied the business with estimates and program updates, while ensuring the timely completion of assigned project tasks within agreed timeframes and allocated man-hours, all while upholding the required technical precision.

Co-led multiple substantial contracts alongside the Project Manager, assuming responsibility for technical aspects while liaising with engineering teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant capture of required specifications for each project.Engaged in ongoing communication with clients throughout the contract duration, from the initial client meeting and subsequent technical discussions to site delivery. Maintained an open line of communication with clients, enabling swift responses for addressing, pursuing and resolving Request for Information, deviation requests, and changes to maintain up-to-date technical specifications.Collaborated with external contractors, internal departments, and suppliers, meticulously attending to details and adhering to the program schedule to deliver contracts within budget.Undertook international travel to project sites to provide guidance and maintain a present and approachable company representative.

http://www.aafintl.com/Exercising control and leadership over a Mechanical Engineering Team, comprising draftspersons and design engineers, to deliver a superior and efficient mechanical engineering service to both the business and clients. This involves establishing clear objectives, aiding various departments, and effecting reductions in costs and lead times.Empowering the engineering team to provide necessary support to departments, furnishing cost estimates to foster business growth and stabilise the workload of the engineering teams. Strategically planning, managing, and supervising workloads and tasks, overseeing all mechanical engineering functions, and cultivating a mindset oriented towards cost and lead time reductions.Ensuring the completion of all assigned engineering tasks in adherence with engineering directives, and when applicable, client specifications and quality standards. Guaranteeing the successful execution of allocated project tasks within agreed timelines and man-hour allocations, all while maintaining the requisite technical precision.

http://www.aafintl.com/Collaborated within an engineering team to generate and review engineering drawings using 2D & 3D CAD software, aligning with drawing office protocols, specifications, and engineering directives to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely task completion to high quality standards. • Managed personal workload to meet program deadlines.• Provided comprehensive support across all business facets to furnish prompt and precise information, bolstering business promotion and expansion.• Fostered close collaboration with the designated Key Account Team Leader to oversee and manage daily engineering activities related to assigned projects and tasks.• Maintained close communication with design engineers, actively engaging in the review of design calculations and intents.• Actively contributed to product development and design-stage cost reduction initiatives in manufacturing processes.• Skilfully addressed challenges arising from bespoke solutions, troubleshooting effectively.

https://www.eosframing.co.ukUsing Tekla Structures to model and design load-bearing frames and cold-rolled steel façade systems, in accordance with engineers' and architectural drawings to meet client requirements.• Managing personal workload to meet program dates.• Checking and ensuring junior colleagues meet standards and client needs.• Communicating with clients, architects, subcontractors, and EOS staff throughout the design phase.• Attending weekly meetings to provide program and project updates.• Troubleshooting issues arising with bespoke solutions.• Collaborating closely with structural engineers, discussing technical reviews, calculations, and design intentions.

Operating within the infrastructure design headquarters, providing global structural construction solutions. Collaborating with cross-functional teams on extensive construction projects, ensuring designs align with structural prerequisites. Collaborating closely with structural engineers to create and modify drawings, while maintaining ongoing communication with management. Producing and updating drawings daily for transmission to senior personnel in the construction supervision division.• Prioritised daily work load after attending briefings with senior staff to identify and clarify any changes to the designs.• Communicated within the office and world-wide, sharing designs and amendments.• Delegate the daily work to the team, monitoring their performance to ensure project completion and resolve any issues that arose. • Maintained office drawing standards and filing system.

Coordinate with other teams working on a long-term project to develop designs that fulfil requirements.• Collaborated on drawing coordination between preceding and new teams, ensuring seamless integration of design changes.• Created, modified, and finalized 'as-built' plans, contributing to the comprehensive handover report.• Updated site plans and collaborated with surveyors to optimize site layout.• Engaged with end users and stakeholders to guarantee project alignment with expectations and successful delivery.

Receive drawing updates daily to be relayed to the seniors in the construction supervision cell. • Responsible for all designs and drawings from the office.• Worked closely with structural and mechanical engineers.• Researched technical data for designs.• Produced mechanical and electrical drawings.

Collaborated with engineers to generate and revise technical drawings while maintaining close communication with management.• Created structural and piping designs for various projects.• Developed, modified, and finalized 'as-built' plans, contributing to the comprehensive handover report.• Fostered strong collaboration with surveyors to effectively implement designs on-site.

Yearlong trade training taking AutoCAD from essentials to advanced use. Working knowledge of construction, mechanical and electrical CAD drawing standards gained.Covering following topics:Cold water supply, Doors & windows, Damp proof membrane and course, Drainage, Electrical & Mechanical, Floors, Walls,Foundations, Reinforced concrete, Steel detailing, Heat producing appliances, Measured drawings, Roof design, Stair design, Thermal & Sound insulation, Timber detailing, Schedules and Surveying.

Temporary placement gain basic insight and draughtsmanship experience.

Army basic training progressing to engineering training.

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