Raashid Patel
Dewsbury West,Yorkshire
Summary
As a Civil/Telecom Engineer, my responsibilities consist of managing CTIL/MBNL projects and defining scopes of work, particularly for expansion, decomissioning and optimisation initiatives along with future proofing. This encompassed managing junior/new staff and external CAD resources and on site works suppliers / contractors, ensuring quality standards, and finalising civil and structural designs in coordination with in internal and external structural and electrical engineers. My technical expertise in civil telecom design includes analysing site layout drawings in accordance with Site Change Orders (SCOs) for existing projects, representing EE, Three UK, Vodafone, and Virgin Media O2 (Cornerstone). I have also collaborated on civil site layout drawings in line with Site Acceptance Forms (SAF) for new sites and Design Acceptance Forms (DAF) for existing sites. I have produced detailed working drawings for numerous telecom site configurations across multiple projects in the UK, including the recent root foundations for Apollo ARV12 and newly deployed T- and M-range poles on street works, multi-stub tower installations on rooftops, and various other towers on greenfield sites.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Civil Telecom Dependency Manager (CTIL)
KTL Telecom
2024.10 - 2026.03
- Coordinated B4 rollout at CTIL, collaborating with ICSS and OSL programmes to ensure seamless integration and execution.
- Delivered VF399 project independently, ensuring alignment with project management standards and achieving successful implementation.
- Reviewed GDC forms and approved DDS designs with designers for dependencies.
- Developed and delivered technical training for new Project Manager starters on site specifications and design issues.
- Provided technical guidance as informal Beacon 4 delivery team lead, facilitating knowledge sharing and supporting team development.
Civil Telecom Design Engineer (MBNL 2021 / CTIL 2023)
Waldon Telecom
2021.12 - 2024.05
- Applied in-depth knowledge of MBNL and CTIL customer technical specifications, standards, and systems to deliver compliant design solutions for street works, greenfield, and rooftop telecom installations.
- Designed and produced General Arrangements, Detailed Designs, and As-Built drawings in accordance with client specifications and installation requirements.
- Produced detailed working drawings for telecom sites, including ducting layouts and foundation designs for Apollo ARV12 and M-Range poles, enhancing project readiness for street works, rooftop installations, and greenfield sites.
- Collected and assessed field data to support design and drafting of telecom structures for MBNL, 3UK/EE, and CTIL/Cornerstone portfolios, ensuring alignment with project specifications.
- Analysed site and survey data, including PANS, STATS reports, GPR scans, and geotechnical and borehole investigation results, to inform structural and foundation design.
- Prepared accurate engineering designs and supporting calculations within tight programme deadlines to meet project delivery requirements.
- Demonstrated advanced use of AutoCAD within the telecommunications industry to produce accurate, compliant, and fully coordinated design drawings.
- Undertook site surveys and inspections in Central London and Scotland to support General Arrangement (GA) design development and subsequent design updates.
- Supported radio planners and acquisition teams by attending site surveys and pre-MSV visits across Central London and Scotland, providing engineering input to inform feasibility and design development.
- Operated as a site-based engineer when required, supporting setting-out activities, coordinating site works, and contributing to project management functions.
- Designed in accordance with Eurocodes and British Standards, ensuring compliance with customer-specific guidance and taking responsibility for quality assurance of site designs.
- Carried out extensive load calculations for wind loading, support reactions, bending moments, and deflection checks for telecom structures.
- Undertook CAD and structural design using Tekla and TEDDS for structural modelling and calculation workflows.
- Monitored and updated database design milestones daily to ensure accurate project tracking and reporting.
- Maintained effective working relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal project teams, facilitating coordinated project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
Graduate Civil Design Engineer (MBNL 2020 Jun) & Structural Engineer (MBNL 2021 Aug)
WHP Telecoms
2020.06 - 2021.12
- Developed technical and project experience with MBNL team on Scottish 4G Infill (S4GI) programme, providing design support to project teams, conducting site surveys, producing CAD and structural designs, and preparing Handover Packs (HOPs) during first-year rotational cycle. Monitored and updated design programme milestones for accurate project tracking, producing engineering designs and calculations to meet project timelines. Maintained expertise in customer technical specifications to deliver compliant design solutions and cultivated relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams while ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations (Design CDM) and quality standards.
- Operated as site-based engineer, performing setting-out activities and contributing to project management. Designed reinforced concrete and steel structures, beams, drainage systems, highways, pavements, and technical illustrations using AutoCAD.
- Utilised CAD software to create innovative designs.
- Optimised design processes for improved efficiency.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining project progress.
Education
BSc - Civil Engineering
Leeds Beckett University
MSc - Project Management
Leeds Beckett University
Skills
❖ Reviewed and validated telecom site antenna mount installation drawings across all design stages (GA, DD, AB), including tripods, steel grillages, freestanding frames, gantry poles, wall-mounted poles, roof structural bracing, plinths, and pole-mounted solutions
❖ Developed new and revised civil and structural design drawings using AutoCAD, coordinating with civil, structural, and RF engineers as well as project managers to confirm loading criteria, design parameters, and constructability
❖ Demonstrated advanced AutoCAD expertise in the design of reinforced concrete and steel structures, beams, foundations, drainage pipe elevations, highways, roads, pavements, and fully scaled construction drawings
❖ Assessed and implemented site change orders from customers, local authorities, acquisition teams, and radio planners, developing compliant engineering solutions and ensuring adherence to ICNIRP and planning regulations
❖ Executed all activities associated with the Engineering Work Order (EWO) design process, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance with project specifications
❖ Performed technical analysis and engineering assessments to deliver designs aligned with project scope, programme timelines, technical standards, and cost constraints
❖ Reviewed and checked designs for compliance with client specifications, telecoms standards, industry codes of practice, and internal engineering guidelines
❖ Prepared, assembled, and reviewed fielding and site survey information, integrating site conditions and installation constraints into final engineering designs
❖ Applied civil engineering management principles, including the use of CESM, to support project delivery and cost control
❖ Maintained and audited computerized and manual records related to materials procurement, cost tracking, deliveries, asset performance, and inventory control
❖ Demonstrated strong knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, undertaking risk assessments and supporting safe design and construction practices
Attributes & Responsibilities
- Reviewed and validated telecom site antenna mount installation drawings across all design stages (GA, DD, AB), including tripods, steel grillages, freestanding frames, gantry poles, wall-mounted poles, roof structural bracing, plinths, and pole-mounted solutions.
- Assessed and implemented site change orders from customers, local authorities, acquisition teams, and radio planners, developing compliant engineering solutions and ensuring adherence to ICNIRP and planning regulations.
- Developed new and revised civil and structural design drawings using AutoCAD, coordinating with civil, structural, and RF engineers as well as project managers to confirm loading criteria, design parameters, and constructability.
- Demonstrated advanced AutoCAD expertise in the design of reinforced concrete and steel structures, beams, foundations, drainage pipe elevations, highways, roads, pavements, and fully scaled construction drawings.
- Executed all activities associated with the Engineering Work Order (EWO) design process, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance with project specifications.
- Performed technical analysis and engineering assessments to deliver designs aligned with project scope, programme timelines, technical standards, and cost constraints.
- Reviewed and checked designs for compliance with client specifications, telecoms standards, industry codes of practice, and internal engineering guidelines.
- Prepared, assembled, and reviewed fielding and site survey information, integrating site conditions and installation constraints into final engineering designs.
- Maintained and audited computerized and manual records related to materials procurement, cost tracking, deliveries, asset performance, and inventory control.
- Applied civil engineering management principles, including the use of CESM, to support project delivery and cost control.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, undertaking risk assessments and supporting safe design and construction practices.
Timeline
Civil Telecom Dependency Manager (CTIL)
KTL Telecom
2024.10 - 2026.03
Civil Telecom Design Engineer (MBNL 2021 / CTIL 2023)
Waldon Telecom
2021.12 - 2024.05
Graduate Civil Design Engineer (MBNL 2020 Jun) & Structural Engineer (MBNL 2021 Aug)
WHP Telecoms
2020.06 - 2021.12
MSc - Project Management
Leeds Beckett University
BSc - Civil Engineering
Leeds Beckett University