Levi Benjamin
Great Harbour
Summary
I am seeking an employment opportunity where I can best utilize the skills and knowledge I have gained over 15+ years of industry experience . A challenging and rewarding employment opportunity where my prior experience, personal ability and commitment to professionalism would be of value. One that consists of stimulating endeavors and new experiences; effecting continued personal and professional growth . My career objective is to become an integral part of a task-oriented and solution-driven team, whereby I can contribute constructively to the short and long-time goals of the unit.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Engineer
Barnsley Marshall Limited
12.2019 - 12.2023
- Design and develop engineering solutions for residential, commercial, educational and health sectors
- Design of site hoardings
- Design of structural elements such as timber, steel, concrete beams and columns including connections
- Design of steel portal frames, windposts, drainage, retaining walls, foundations etc.
- Preparation of full set of calculations and structural drawings for the review and approval of authoritative bodies
- Liaise with other members of the design team to achieve a coordinated design solution that meets client's objectives
- Structural engineering assessment and inspection of new and existing properties in steel, concrete, masonry and timber
- Inspect and analyze existing buildings to determine their safety or viability to be made safe again.
- Implement design or analysis tasks in accordance with building code requirements.
- Respond to various queries regarding design solutions provided to building authorities
- Conduct and assist with condition assessments and development of remedial work options and costs.
- Supervise work of other engineers and CAD technicians. Support work tasks in a team environment and help mentor and develop less experienced engineers
- Analyze and make changes to ongoing or retrospective projects to ensure the safety of structures
- Project management and quality control of major and minor design work from beginning to end.
- Ensure that quality and consistency of technical output (drawings, reports etc.) is maintained
- Prepare high quality technical reports including structural surveys.
Graduate Engineer
CSG Engineering Consulting
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Provided engineering design solutions for residential and commercial developments
- Design of structural elements such as timber, steel, concrete beams and columns including connections
- Design of foundations and provide foundation details for new or remedial works eg. mini piling or underpinning
- Structural engineering assessment and inspection of new and existing properties in steel, concrete, masonry and timber
- Analyze and make changes to ongoing or retrospective projects to ensure the safety of structures
- Preparation of full set of calculations and structural drawings for the review and approval of authoritative bodies
- Prepare reports and structural surveys
- Respond to various queries regarding design solutions provided to building authorities
- Conduct site visits upon requests due to issues during construction phase in order to provide remedial solutions
- Work with CAD technicians to develop bespoke construction details where necessary
Graduate Engineer
Shire Consulting
10.2015 - 05.2017
- Provide design solutions for new and remedial mini piling schemes
- Design of reinforced concrete pile foundations due to subsidence issues
- Design of ground bearing raft slabs
- Conduct supervised site visits for potential work or due to ongoing structural issues
- Calculate building loads to determine if the existing ground bearing capacity is suitable to support proposed development
- Analysis of (SI) bore hole logs by use of Orion Software
- Prepare foundation design calculations for Building Regulations approval
Building Inspection Supervisor
Government Of The Virgin Islands
07.2013 - 11.2015
- Actively visit ongoing construction sites, review structural elements for residential and commercial building plans
- Inspected, maintained and provided reports on conditions and necessary repairs for community centers throughout the territory
- Supervise a team of 8 Inspectors.
- Check methods and quality of materials used and keep records of construction activities and submit required reports to ensure appropriate records are maintained.
- Perform administrative duties including keeping a daily log of tasks and prepared annual reports
- Ensure that all safety rules and regulations were adhered to on construction sites and ensure staff wore safety equipment to mitigate the chance of accidents occurring
- · Assisted with the coordination of meetings, training sessions and workshops to ensure awareness of policies and procedures.
- Ensured that plans submitted to Building Authority were in compliance with the relevant legislation
- Inspected buildings and structures for compliance with the Building Code and Building Ordinance
- Issued building permits, certificates of occupancy and inspection certificates at the various stages of construction when required.
- Attended meetings of the building Authority Board monthly to maintain effective information flow.
Engineer 1
Government Of The Virgin Islands
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Design and development of public infrastructure i.e., roads, drainage and retaining walls
- Designed and prepared detailed engineering drawings in accordance with relevant codes and standards
- Prepared relevant reports for assigned projects regarding adherence to relevant standards and quality of work
- Liaised with relevant officers to ensure flow of information
- Provide technical training and assistance as required
Trainee Surveyor
Government Of The Virgin Islands
06.2003 - 08.2004
- Aerial photography preparation
- Reviewed survey plans
- Maintained cadastral files, and plans by updating new subdivisions and amalgamations
- Assisted surveyors out in the field
- Liaised with relevant officers to ensure smooth flow of information
- Performed other related duties as required by Supervisor or other Senior Officer
CAD / Engineer Technician (Part-time)
Systems Engineering
06.2003 - 08.2004
- Assisted Senior Architects and Engineers with the preparation of construction documents i.e., printing, filing, packaged drawings and documents for submission
- Designed and produced floor plans, sections and elevations using AutoCAD
- Structural detailing
- Accompanied senior site engineers on inspections
- Liaise with relevant officers to ensure flow of information
- Perform any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other Senior Officer
Education
Master of Science - Structural Engineering
Cardiff University
Cardiff, United Kingdom01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering Technology
New England Institute of Technology
New England, Rhode Island01.2007
Associate of Science - Architectural Engineering Technology
New England Institute of Technology
New England, Rhode Island01.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, Publisher, Outlook
- Auto CAD 2022
Excellent written and oral communication skills
analytical skills
Good interpersonal skills
Good conflict resolution skills
Excellent time management skills
Effective organizational skills
Sound decision making skills
Architectural Design Software
- Architectural Desktop 2022,
- Land Desktop 2022
- Revit Architecture 2016
- Tekla Tedds
- Telka Fastrack
- CADS
- Oracle
- Procore
Structural Design Software
Project Management Software
Additional Experience And Skills
I am competent in the use of Microsoft Word/Project/Excel, Auto CAD 2022, Architectural Desktop 2022, Land Desktop 2022, and Revit Architecture 2016, Tekla Tedds, CADS, and Telka Fastrack. In addition to those previously mentioned software knowledge and skills, I consider myself to have strong report writing skills. I am hardworking, very resourceful and don’t shy away from public speaking.
Timeline
Structural Engineer
Barnsley Marshall Limited
12.2019 - 12.2023
Graduate Engineer
CSG Engineering Consulting
05.2017 - 12.2019
Graduate Engineer
Shire Consulting
10.2015 - 05.2017
Building Inspection Supervisor
Government Of The Virgin Islands
07.2013 - 11.2015
Engineer 1
Government Of The Virgin Islands
09.2012 - 08.2013
Trainee Surveyor
Government Of The Virgin Islands
06.2003 - 08.2004
CAD / Engineer Technician (Part-time)
Systems Engineering
06.2003 - 08.2004
Master of Science - Structural Engineering
Cardiff University
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering Technology
New England Institute of Technology
Associate of Science - Architectural Engineering Technology
New England Institute of Technology
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