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COLLINS BLESSING AWOLOPE

Portsmouth,Hampshire

Summary

A dedicated Civil Engineer with years of practical experience in structural design, project management, and site coordination. Skilled in using industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD, Tekla, and BIM to deliver high-quality, efficient solutions. Proven expertise in delivering projects on schedule and within budget while adhering to safety and quality standards. Completed an MSc in Engineering Management at the University of Portsmouth, with a focus on renewable energy and sustainable practices. Motivated to deliver exceptional engineering solutions and advance sustainable practices in construction and design.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Structural engineer

Titchfield Group
Lancaster, Lancashire
03.2025 - Current

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES.

  • Design and analyse steel structures in compliance with BS EN standards using Tekla Structural Designer and Tekla Tedds, including portal frames, and gantry systems, .
  • Generate accurate foundation analyses for various types of structures using Tekla Tedds, performing and verifying manual calculations to ensure reliability and compliance.
  • Produce accurate 2D and 3D technical drawings using AutoCAD, ensuring all fabrication and installation details meet project specifications.
  • Perform anchor design and steel-to-wall/gantry connection analysis using PROFIS Hilti Engineering software.
  • Conduct structural site surveys, taking precise measurements, assessing site conditions, and gathering data to inform detailed design work.
  • Prepare and review structural engineering drawings, specifications, and calculation packages for client approval and construction.
  • Coordinate with project managers, fabricators, and installers to ensure constructability, accuracy, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Structural Engineer (Hybrid Role) Part - Time

High Speed Consult Limited
04.2023 - 01.2025

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES.

  • Create and manage BIM models using Autodesk Revit and TEKLA to enhance coordination between architectural and structural components.
  • Generate structural calculations and technical reports using TEDDS, ensuring accuracy and compliance with engineering standards.
  • Ensure compliance with British Standards and Eurocodes by conducting rigorous structural analysis and quality control checks.

PROJECTS EXECUTED.

  • Luxury Residential Towers, Victoria Island: Designed reinforced concrete slabs and shear walls using Prota, ensuring structural efficiency and seismic resistance. Utilized TEDDS for structural calculations and compliance verification.
  • Mega Shopping Mall: Designed steel and reinforced concrete structures for a large-scale shopping complex, ensuring stability through advanced modelling in Tekla and Prota.

Structural Engineer

Femak Associates Limited
01.2021 - 01.2023

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES.

  • Delivered precise design and construction documentation using advanced tools like Tekla, Autodesk BIM 360, and AutoCAD.
  • Collaborated with architects, project managers and engineers to optimize project outcomes.

PROJECTS EXECUTED.

  • Uganda High Commission: Performed comprehensive shear wall analysis to enhance structural integrity, utilizing AutoCAD for precision in design.
  • Structural Integrity Survey, Transcorp Hilton: Led technical evaluations, resulting in a five-year extension of the building's estimated lifespan.
  • Fellowship Development Centre: Designed comprehensive structural solutions using Tekla for steel modeling, Prota for concrete analysis, and AutoCAD for final project detailing.

Structural Design Engineer (Part Time)

Komsven Multi Service LTD
05.2022 - 10.2022

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Coordinated project timelines and deliverables with contractors, resulting in a 95% on-time delivery rate.
  • Performed analysis on technical designs and prototypes in development stage.
  • Created CAD models and drawings for steel designs.

PROJECT EXECUTED.

  • Steelwork for Tractable VIP Lounge: Designed and detailed complex steel structures, meeting client specifications with zero rework.
  • Reinforced Concrete Staircase Design: Enhanced construction efficiency through optimized structural detailing

Structural Engineer (Intern)

High Speed Consult Limited
01.2018 - 01.2019

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project:

  • Worked with 3D computer modelling software packages to complete accurate designs.

PROJECT EXECUTED

  • Proposed Residential Development on Plot 1040, Cadastral Zone 07-05, Dawaki, FCT Abuja: Developed comprehensive structural designs using Prota for structural analysis and AutoCAD for precise detailing.

Education

Master of Science - Engineering Management

University of Portsmouth

B.Eng - Civil Engineering

Federal University Oye–Ekiti

Skills

Technical Skills

  • Tekla Structural Designer – steel frame modelling and analysis
  • Tekla Tedds – structural calculations and foundation analysis
  • Manual structural and foundation calculations
  • AutoCAD – 2D drafting and 3D technical drawing production
  • PROFIS Hilti Engineering – anchor design and gantry/wall connection analysis
  • Advanced proficiency in Autodesk BIM 360, STAAD Pro, ETABS, Prota
  • Structural modeling and aesthetic design using Revit Structural and Revit Architecture
  • Foundation design for various structural types
  • Structural detailing for fabrication and installation
  • Preparation and review of engineering drawings and specifications
  • Load assessment and structural verification

Professional Skills

  • Site surveying and measurement taking
  • Construction site assessment and condition reporting
  • Coordination with project managers, fabricators, and installers
  • Adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards
  • Technical documentation and report preparation
  • Cross-functional communication with engineering and construction teams



Certification

MAP (Managers and Professionals) Health, Safety, and Environmental Certification.

Fire safety awareness in construction and the built environment - CITB Certifications

Fire safety in buildings - CITB Certifications

Director's Role for Health and Safety - CITB Certifications

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Structural engineer

Titchfield Group
03.2025 - Current

Structural Engineer (Hybrid Role) Part - Time

High Speed Consult Limited
04.2023 - 01.2025

Structural Design Engineer (Part Time)

Komsven Multi Service LTD
05.2022 - 10.2022

Structural Engineer

Femak Associates Limited
01.2021 - 01.2023

Structural Engineer (Intern)

High Speed Consult Limited
01.2018 - 01.2019

Master of Science - Engineering Management

University of Portsmouth

B.Eng - Civil Engineering

Federal University Oye–Ekiti
COLLINS BLESSING AWOLOPE