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Pietro Di Maria

Pietro Di Maria

Tring,Hertfordshire

Summary

Principal Engineer with expertise in project management and electrical services design, specializing in multidisciplinary collaboration. Proven track record in delivering major, award-winning projects across government, healthcare, education, and commercial sectors. Strong focus on energy-efficient building design and life safety systems, with recent contributions to DEFRA and research facility developments. Committed to exceeding client expectations through innovative engineering solutions.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Principal Consultant Engineer

Aecom
St Albans, Hertfordshire
2013.04 - Current
  • Managed project timelines and resources for landmark projects in government and education sectors.
  • Designed electrical services, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to enhance project outcomes.

Possessed extensive knowledge in electrical engineering and building services design.

  • Contributed to medium and large-scale projects across healthcare, commercial, education, and research sectors.

Focused on delivering solutions that met client expectations.

  • Specialised in life safety systems and energy-efficient building design.
  • Led recent projects including DEFRA and Science and Research development.

Projects

APHA MSU, Weybridge Client: DEFRA

Value: confidential

Dates: 2022- ongoing

New build of a multispecies building to replace some of the existing provision currently carried out on the site, as well as improve current very limited provision of avian research facilities on site.

Role on project: Lead Electrical Engineer and assistance to lead project manager.

ICL SAF Building, London Client: Imperial College London

Value: confidential

Dates: 2022 – 2024

Refurbishment of an existing office and laboratory building. AECOM's role as part of the client's advisory team throughout the project and providing professional consultancy expertise within the field of laboratory designs and in containment level CL3. The refurbishment works includes new labs and facility and office write up areas for students. Role on project: Project Manager. Electrical advisory Engineer to the client

Brooksby Building, Pirbright Client: Pirbright Institute

Value: £80m

Dates: 2018 - 2024

The project is 1500m2 new build SAPO4 biocontainment facility for research into infectious diseases for large animals, comprising multiple containment suites, HEPA filtration, Effluent treatment and secure electrical infrastructure supply.

Role on project: MEP Project Manager and Lead Electrical Engineer.

HMCR2101 Building, London Client: Imperial College London

Value: confidential

Dates: 2023 – 2025

Refurbishment of an existing office building to accommodate new laboratory and office areas. AECOM's role as part of the client's advisory team throughout the project and providing professional consultancy expertise within the field of laboratory designs and in containment level CL3.

Role on project: Project Manager. Electrical advisory Engineer to the client.

CAD Draughtman/Electrical Engineer

Robert Somerville Associates
Watford, Hertfordshire
1988.08 - 2025.04

Produced coordinated service drawings for contract stages.

  • Developed office CAD standards to enhance design consistency.
  • Contributed to achievement of ISO9001 accreditation.
  • Performed lighting calculations for various projects.

Projects

  • Executed refurbishments for Whitechapel RLH Hospital and Peace Hospice.
  • Completed MRC Medical Research Council refurbishment effectively.
  • Delivered scientific research laboratory design for John Innes Centre.

Senior Electrical Engineer

Ramboll UK/london
London, Hertfordshire
2009.09 - 2013.04
  • Managed multidiscipline projects from concept to practical completion.
  • Organised teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Monitored project finances to maintain budget adherence.
  • Conducted international projects from concept through design stage.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of international standards and codes.
  • Chaired monthly meetings with Electrical Engineers to foster collaboration.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary engineers on various project phases.
  • Supported and mentored graduate engineers throughout project lifecycle.

Projects

  • Turing College, Student accommodation University of Kent
  • Hilton T5, 4 Star Hotel
  • William Morris Gallery, Museum
  • Pulkovo Airport, International Russia
  • Brent Schools, Primary and Secondary education
  • Corpus Christi, University refurbishment
  • Emmanuel College, Library refurbishment
  • Minerva House, Office re-development
  • Stansted Airport, BAA due-diligence
  • o Kidbrooke Village, Residential
  • o Warner Bros. Studio, Workshop
  • o Grosvenor Hotel, refurbishment
  • o Greenwich Peninsula LCEC, Energy centre

Electrical engineer

RYBKA
London, Hertfordshire
2005.04 - 2009.09
  • Communicated with overseas engineers on international projects.
  • Organised CPDs for electrical engineers to enhance professional development.
  • Provided due-diligence reports to clients, ensuring informed decision-making.
  • Contributed in management meetings to discuss project strategies and progress.

Projects

  • Delivered multiple residential and commercial projects including Lynton Road and GMP relocation.
  • Oversaw refurbishment projects at Norwich Airport and Champneys Health Spa.
  • Managed international project Tsada Golf Course in Cyprus, coordinating with global teams.
  • Executed mixed development project at St John Street and residential refurbishment at Tregunter Road.

Education

HND - Building Services

London Southbank University
London
2001.08 - 2004.09

HNC Building Services Engineering -

Oakland College
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
1999.09 - 2001.09

City & Guilds Auto CAD R14 2D/3D - Engineering

Oaklands College
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
1999.01 - 1999.07

BTEC FD Technology engineering course - Engineering

Leggatts college
Watford, Hertfordshire
1977.09 - 1998.07

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • Amtech
  • Hevacomp
  • Dialux / Relux
  • NES, NBS and NBS Create specification software
  • MS Office
  • IES Virtual Environment (LISI Lift Transportation)
  • Excellent design skills
  • Project Management
  • Online collaborator; Aconex, Asite
  • Communications
  • Security; CCTV
  • Fire Alarms
  • Life Safety
  • Power Distribution
  • Design Standards: Building Regulations Part L & M, British Standards, BSEN, NFPA
  • Good Practice: CIBSE Codes & Guides, BSRIA publication,
  • Experience in design work for listed buildings

Custom Section

MoD Security Check (SC) Cleared

Languages

English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent

Affiliations

  • Cycling, Walking, making bread

Timeline

Principal Consultant Engineer

Aecom
2013.04 - Current

Senior Electrical Engineer

Ramboll UK/london
2009.09 - 2013.04

Electrical engineer

RYBKA
2005.04 - 2009.09

HND - Building Services

London Southbank University
2001.08 - 2004.09

HNC Building Services Engineering -

Oakland College
1999.09 - 2001.09

City & Guilds Auto CAD R14 2D/3D - Engineering

Oaklands College
1999.01 - 1999.07

CAD Draughtman/Electrical Engineer

Robert Somerville Associates
1988.08 - 2025.04

BTEC FD Technology engineering course - Engineering

Leggatts college
1977.09 - 1998.07
Pietro Di Maria