Gordon Smith
MEP Project Manager
Summary
A competent, committed and very experienced Building Services Manager from an Engineering background. With over 20+ years of invaluable experience in managing projects, resources and staff in an effective and efficient manner. Highly focused with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of various industries and sectors, effective skills sets regarding Site Management, Engineering, Technical IT Services, Environmental Issues, Health and Safety Issues and Cost Control. A consistent track record of successfully employing best business practices for improved efficiency, reduce operating costs whilst increasing productivity, all to tight time scales and within budget. Self-driven and self-reliant, sets aims and targets and leads by example, collaborative approach with good interpersonal skills to engage, motivate and encourage others through change. Looking for a suitable Managerial Position.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mechanical & Electrical Operations Manager
Dongard Contract Services
Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland
03.2022 - Current
- Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
- Planned multiple projects from beginning to end, focusing on timelines, budgets and mechanical feasibility.
- Suggested cost saving proposals on make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcing.
- Communicated project requirements and areas for improvement in design review meetings.
MEP Project / Design Manager
Metnor Construction
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
02.2019 - 03.2022
- Responsible for all MEP systems from design through to installation, testing and commissioning.
- Involved on multiple data centre projects from refurbishment/upgrade works through to new builds.
- Provided cost-effective technical solutions.
- Chaired design team meetings and issued action items.
- Engaged with design team to mitigate health and safety risks.
- Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Building Services Manager
GRAHAM Construction
Halifax, Yorkshire
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Involved on smaller refurbishments at Calderdale College but primary role was lead MEP Engineer for the Piece Hall refurbishment which was a 280 year old building.
- Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts and coordinate delivery timelines.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Planned projects from beginning to end, focusing on timelines, budgets and mechanical feasibility.
- Specified system components and directed product modifications to comply with engineering design and performance specifications.
- Performed pre-construction, quality and safety management, as well as constructability review, start-up and commissioning.
Projects Manager
Re-Carb Engineering
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Maintained relationships with material vendors to lower costs and diversify capabilities.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.
- Led project teams through design, construction and launch process.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
Contracts Manager
Boyd & Co (Metal Workers) Ltd
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
03.2013 - 02.2016
- Involved on the larger scale projects solely responsible for the ventilation ductwork systems from Design, Manufacture, Installation and Commissioning.
- Completed a large project as PM in the Midlands, Birmingham this had been for Rolls Royce via BAM and NG Baileys.
- Arranged service delivery to a number active contracts by overseeing workers, coordinating resources and setting schedules.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue and profits.
- Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions.
Building Services Manager
H&J Martin Ltd
Belfast
12.2011 - 02.2013
- Involved in London 2012 Olympics mainly within the following buildings, International Broadcasting Centre, Main Media Press Centre and associated ancillary buildings.
- Apart of the Site Team that worked directly for LOCOG (Client) and due to good relations that had been formed during the building process our team had been awarded the maintenance contracts during the games as well as the legacy works associated with our builds.
- My role within the team had been MEP Lead, the IBC electrical distribution system had been the most exciting work as it involved design, install and testing & commissioning of a 32MW supply/distribution.
- Involved in refurbishment works within Londonderry (NI) main project being the Guild Hall within the centre of Londonderry.
Building Services Engineer
Sir Robert MCAlpine
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
02.2002 - 12.2011
- Started my career at Sir Robert MCAlpine initially as a site document controller. This allowed me to understand the disciplines involved in construction allowing me to choosing Building Services Engineering.
- Progressed at SRM to gain the position of Senior Building Services Manager prior to my departure and the only reason for leaving SRM had been the opportunity to be involved in London 2012 Olympics.
Education
HND Building Services Engineering - Construction
Newcastle College
Newcastle upon Tyne 09.2006 - 07.2008
ONC Mechanical Engineering - Construction
Newcastle College
Newcastle upon Tyne 09.2004 - 07.2006
Licentiate Membership (29120) - Building Services
CIBSE
LondonEngineering Technician (574359) -
Engineering Council UK
LondonSkills
Change Management
Timeline
Mechanical & Electrical Operations Manager
Dongard Contract Services
03.2022 - Current
MEP Project / Design Manager
Metnor Construction
02.2019 - 03.2022
Building Services Manager
GRAHAM Construction
02.2017 - 02.2019
Projects Manager
Re-Carb Engineering
02.2016 - 02.2017
Contracts Manager
Boyd & Co (Metal Workers) Ltd
03.2013 - 02.2016
Building Services Manager
H&J Martin Ltd
12.2011 - 02.2013
HND Building Services Engineering - Construction
Newcastle College
09.2006 - 07.2008
ONC Mechanical Engineering - Construction
Newcastle College
09.2004 - 07.2006
Building Services Engineer
Sir Robert MCAlpine
02.2002 - 12.2011
Licentiate Membership (29120) - Building Services
CIBSE
Engineering Technician (574359) -
Engineering Council UK
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