Stephen Murphy

Stephen Murphy

Farm Assistant/ Farm Manager

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  • About me

    Project Manager (HVAC Construction)

  • Education

    • Kilkenny College

      2002 - 2008
      Leaving Cert Leaving Certificate

      Activities and Societies: Rugby, Equestrian

    • University of Limerick

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Engineering

      Thesis Title: Finite Element Analysis of the Exeter Acetabular Cup - Cement Spacer Interface

  • Experience

    • Hillside Farm

      Jan 1998 - Aug 2012
      Farm Assistant/ Farm Manager

      Duties;- Operating and repairing machinery.- Cutting and welding steel structures.- Responsible for farm buildings and livestock.

    • Roadbridge Ltd

      Jun 2007 - Aug 2007
      Engineering Technician and Labourer

      Duties;- Assist excavation operations.- Install drainage pipes.- Assist block layers.

    • Stryker Orthopaedics Limerick

      May 2010 - Jan 2011
      Undergraduate Engineer

      Duties;- Problem solving in manufacturing and quality.- Technical data analysis using advanced software programs.- Worked as part of a B.S.I audit team to achieve product standards for sale in Britain.

    • Tobin No Till

      Sept 2013 - Nov 2015
      Mechanical Engineer

      Duties;- Design of the Tornado disc planter. Frames and parallelogram openers.- 3D modelling of parts and components.- 2D drawings of parts and components for manufacturing in Australia and China.- Testing prototypes.- Effective project planning and project management to achieve deadlines.- Lead manufacturing and assembly in Australia and China.- Drive quality standards in Australia and China.- Assist/guide metal fabricators when necessary.- Approve samples in China for production.- Negotiate with Chinese suppliers.- Source suppliers and products in China.- Generate data to price machines and spare parts.- Negotiate and problem solving with farmers/project stakeholders. - Implement Autodesk Vault.- General company organisation.- Train and guide new engineers. Show less

    • ThermalAir

      Dec 2015 - Nov 2016
      Mechanical Engineer HVAC

      Duties;- Design management.- Manage project engineers and junior engineers.- Coordination prior to site establishment.- Programming and scheduling of site activities.- Ensure OH&S compliance is met or exceeded.- Manage procurement.- Complete monthly progress claims.- Onsite coordination with other trades.- Attend site to resolve site issues and ensure services are installed as per; specification, BCA, relevant Australian Standards and industry best practices.- RFI management.- Shop drawings (AutoCAD format)- Duct design. Show less

    • Thermal Air

      Dec 2016 - Oct 2017
      HVAC Estimator

      - Secure pricing for HVAC construction projects. - Produce HVAC construction proposals.- Business development.

    • Grosvenor Engineering Group

      Nov 2017 - Aug 2022

      Tasks;Liaising with project stakeholders (client, project engineers, subcontractors and suppliers)Managing all aspects of project safety.Management of project’s scope, milestones and costs.Summary of Project Scopes;Complete install of chilled water and heating hot water systems for commercial buildings.Upgrading of existing chillers, boilers and associated plant including; air handling units, pumps, expansion tanks, pressurisation units, mechanical switchboards, complete BMS systems in commercial and industrial buildings.Tenant fitouts, kitchen exhaust and make up air systems, DX/VRF Systems, water cooled package units.Decommissioning of tri-generation plant.Trades include - Rigging, ductwork, pipework, sheathing/lagging, mechanical electrical, BMS/controls, minor building works.Plant shutdownsCrane LiftsProject Value (mechanical) - AU$20k – AU$3M Show less

      • Project Manager

        Nov 2018 - Aug 2022
      • HVAC Estimator

        Nov 2017 - Oct 2018
    • Downer/BMD Joint Venture

      Jan 2023 - Apr 2023
      Project Manager

      Project: Water Recycling Plant at West Camden, Sydney, Project Valve - $130mServices: HVAC, Fire, Security, Plumbing, Compressed AirDuties; - Completing pre-construction tasks- Reviewing services designs- Preparing scope of works for services trades- Tendering and letting of services packages

    • Jones Engineering

      Jul 2023 - now
      Project Manager (HVAC Construction)
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Introduction to welding and thermal cutting

      TAFE NSW
      Jul 2014
    • Full Australian driving licence

      RTA
      Jun 2015
    • Full Irish driving licence

      NDLS
      May 2023
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Fundraiser & Event Planner

      Issued by Irish Cancer Society (Shave or Dye) on Apr 2012
      Irish Cancer Society (Shave or Dye)Associated with Stephen Murphy