Ciaran Mc Donald

Experience

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  ACA Architects

  Jun 2007 - Jul 2007

  Intern

  Looking at how the office environment worked. Helping to photocopy, print and fold different sizes and styles of drawings. Learnt basic Auto CAD skills

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  Martin Mc Kernan Architects

  Aug 2011 - Aug 2012

  Architectural Technician

  • Produced drawings of industry standard using Auto Cad, solved problems with drawings resolving these with designed solutions• Assisted with planning applications and co-ordinated contacts with clients, construction services and other building trades• Created detailed drawings of the various components of the buildings composition• Conducted site inspections and surveys as well as snagging defects detailing results in a legible fashion• Dealt with the concerns people had about defects in buildings Show less

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  Dessian Products Ltd

  Mar 2013 - Sept 2013

  Graduate Management Scheme

  • I was given a program to follow which taught me about the various procedures and practices that the company used. I got hands on experience in all areas of the company. • In the factory, seeing how the various sizes and shapes of windows where created. Thus having gained a good understanding of how the product was made I then gained experience in customer service and transport of the goods. • I saw how management dealt with problems swiftly and effectively and created a solution that was best for them and the customer.• I was given tasks to complete to show my management skills and time organisation, these tasks included producing quotes and creating reports on meetings and areas the business could improve upon within a given deadline. Show less

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  Windell Ltd

  Feb 2015 - Jul 2015

  Architectural Technician

  • Completing drawings tasks of façade compositions for various projects.• Creating detailed drawings from architects plans to allow for manufacture of the facades.• Running projects from begin to completion and been responsible for all areas of their development• Worked on a major network rail project at Manchester Victoria Station (as shown in the pictures below)• Worked with engineers to achieve the best design outcome for facades,balustrades etc.

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  McAuley and Browne Limited

  Sept 2015 - Sept 2016

  CAD Technician

  •Produced Structural drawings from supplied information such as architects drawings, client specifications, site surveys.•Liaising with architects, clients and other industry professionals in order to produce structural drawings through Autocad.•Managed detailed design and development of projects in order to satisfy and support calculations made by the structural engineer.•Delivered drawings to satisfy quality, accuracy and on time for the overall project.

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  Farrans Construction

  Sept 2016 - Oct 2018

  CAD Technician

  • Manage the production of visual representations of how the work will be conducted on site to be included within the tender documents for various projects. • Help on site teams by creating drawings that show how certain elements are pieced together.• Manage the timely planning and co-ordination of work and phasing for all submissions.• Manage the production of detailed design elements that may be required by onsite teams in order for construction to progress • Review successful and unsuccessful submissions, feedback and lessons learnt to promote continuous improvement.• Manage the various software required in order to produce these drawings/visualizations.• Created a universal template to be used for drawings in the company• Created and delivered a CAD Training workshop• Attended numerous site visits to enable drawings to be compiled and for tendering purposes Show less

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  AECOM

  Oct 2018 - now

  - Working with a global leader in the production of computer storage facilities- Working within a team environment of up to 265 people of varying disciplines / knowledge and skill levels- Dealing with clients that have a national geographic footprint- Working within a project that is involving the full spectrum of services that are offered by AECOM- Manage varying phases of the project (from beginning to close out)- Apply my knowledge of the industry to the varying tasks, have a thorough understanding of concepts, principles and technical elements of a project.- Responsible for large portions of the overall project and the processes that it embodies. - Adjusting to any new processes or changing assignments that have been required and considered alternative approaches to complete work- I can exchange information on sensitive matters and work to build consensus across teams and departments as to how to deal with this. - Understands stakeholders by anticipating their needs and ensures work results will have positive impact from them and the project’s needs.- Provide guidance and training to Junior team members when required. Show less - Worked within the Design Management team on various sizes and scales of projects. - Worked within a team environment of up 10 people within the Glasgow location, and a wider team of up to 50 people. - Worked on a large-scale refurbishment project which was at feasibility stage with one of the leading Universities in Glasgow, providing better student facilities and displaying the universities history and credentials. - Over came challenges due to a refurbishment project such as water ingress, concrete cracking by creating designed solutions to address the issues. Further more I was given exposure to the following: - Managing Pipeline – Salesforce.- Project creation – Aligned with the Unified File Index.- Establishing & controlling common data environments. - Digital delivery through BIM340, ACC and HoloBuilder.- Preparation of fee and Scope proposals for the various clients.- Project programming through MS Project.- Risk Management.- Design Management – Navigating the various design stages, the meetings, the deliverables, the governance, and other aspects that compose the discipline of Design Management Show less - Worked with Zeus, a global leader in the production of computer storage facilities- I contributed within a team environment working in a team of up to 80 people of varying disciplines / knowledge and skill levels- Helped to fulfill the role of bridging knowledge between BIM and PM. Worked in partnership with the Senior BIM Manager - Have gained a good all round understanding of project management, understanding the key fundamentals of : Time, cost and quality- Understand how the Project Management team must control the various disciplines and be in daily correspondence with the discipline leads providing direction / clarification on any areas that are unclear or need to be addressed- Developed further my knowledge of minute taking understanding the key items and how these key items are addressed through actions Show less • Producing drawings of various construction projects from various inputs including but not limited too client specifications, and site surveys.• Liaised with architects, clients and other industry professionals when required to aid development of varying projects at all RIBA design stages• Managed detailed design and development of projects in order to satisfy the architects design and construction specification. • Delivered drawings to satisfy quality, accuracy and on time for the overall project. • Performs architectural/engineering calculations• Prepares specifications, reports and related data tables• Preparing, reviewing, and approving drawings as required• Familiarity with codes, permits, and software applications related to the discipline. • Understands the process of preparing designs and drawings using project specifications and discipline-associated written and verbal instructions in accordance with established design practices, standards and procedures. Projects worked on: Dubai Expo Dubai OperaDundonald International Ice Bowl RedevelopmentESB HQ SandyfordLondon Borough of Southwark SUDS scheme Show less

  • Project Manager

    Oct 2023 - now

  • Assistant Design Manager

    May 2023 - Sept 2023

  • Assistant Project Manager

    Oct 2022 - Apr 2023

  • Architectural Technician

    Oct 2018 - Oct 2022