James Totton
Alderley Edge,Cheshire East
Summary
Chartered Engineer with extensive experience in developing partnerships and delivering projects for Local Authorities, Housing Associations, and Charities across the North West of England. Led initiatives to enhance product development and access local government frameworks while focusing on reducing waste in construction through Modern Methods of Construction. Served as a technical advisor to the GLA and the House of Lords on housing delivery acceleration and contributed thought leadership through published articles in industry publications.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Of Strategic Partnerships
R and M Property
Manchester, Greater Manchester
01.2023 - Current
- In this role I am head of Strategic Partnerships which involves being the account manager for partnerships with various housing associations, Homes England and charities such as the YMCA.
- The role involves identifying the clients' needs in various locations. dealing with land purchasers to identify suitable sites, managing the planning process, and setting up the delivery team.
- The role exposes myself to contacts at senior level within Housing Associations, Local Authorities, Charities and Homes England
Structural Design Engineer
Blyth and Blyth and BDP
Glasgow and London, England
08.1988 - 01.2024
- Contributed to various projects as Junior Structural Engineer, including housing, shopping centres and stadiums, and progressed to Director at Blyth and Blyth, where I established the London operation and led client and business development from 2000.
- Customised structural designs to meet unique client requirements and preferences, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Led design review meetings, presenting concepts and progress to stakeholders, incorporating feedback into designs.
- Collaborated with architects and construction teams to integrate structural designs seamlessly into project plans.
Director - Design Lead
Impact Modular
Peterborough, England
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Coordinated in-house design and digital teams with manufacturers for product development, integrating client feedback to meet market needs.
- Established partnerships with leading consultants, improving collaboration and enhancing project outcomes.
- Delivered Modular Housing programme for Norfolk Council across 3 sites
- Developed Impact Modular Design Book standard designs for system build of apartments and houses, ensuring alignment with project specifications.
UK Director Off Site Manufacture
Arcadis
Manchester, England
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Led Arcadis input with Cast Consulting on MMC reports for Greater Manchester Combined Authority, focusing on procurement and demand aggregation to enhance delivery of sustainable homes.
- Delivered similar MMC reports for Bristol Combined Authority, Sheffield Region, and Scottish Government through Scottish Futures Trust, reinforcing regional commitment to modern methods of construction.
- Contributed to delivery of modular schools, including a modular school and apartment building at the former Southwark Fire Station site in central London, utilising an on-site pop-up factory.
Director Of Enginnering Structural
AECOM
London, England
12.2004 - 01.2018
- Directed MMC structural solutions for housing and education projects across the UK, enhancing design efficiency and project delivery.
- Led RSHP account for structural engineering, delivering a range of successful schemes across the UK.
- Led the RSHP account for structural engineering delivering various schemes across the UK
- Led the Aberdeen Standard account for structural engineering for the development of schemes in Scotland and Lincoln
- Coordinated development and implementation of modular design approaches for education schemes, streamlining project workflows.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - MBA in Advanced manufacturing in the Construction Industry
01-2000
- Dissertation in Use of Advanced manufacturing Techniques in The Construction Industry
C.Eng - Chartered Engineer
01-1996
B.Eng - Civil andStructural Engineering
01-1986
- Dissertation in Hydraulic Floating Structures
Skills
- MMC (Modern Methods of Construction)
- Structural Engineering
- Chartered Engineer
- Project management
- Partnership development
- Client management
- Business growth
- Strategic planning
- Supply chain management
- Business administration
- Repurposing design
- Education sector
- Health sector
- Ethical considerations
Education
other
Hobbies and Interests
- James was a part time professional football player and Represented the British Universities at the World Student Games in Sheffield
Timeline
Head Of Strategic Partnerships - R and M Property
01.2023 - Current
Director - Design Lead - Impact Modular
01.2020 - 12.2022
UK Director Off Site Manufacture - Arcadis
01.2018 - 12.2020
Director Of Enginnering Structural - AECOM
12.2004 - 01.2018
Structural Design Engineer - Blyth and Blyth and BDP
08.1988 - 01.2024
Ulster Business School - Master of Business Administration (MBA), MBA in Advanced manufacturing in the Construction Industry
C.Eng MICE - C.Eng, Chartered Engineer
Queens University Belfast - B.Eng, Civil andStructural Engineering