Name:

Carolina Lameiras, 2008 Chair

Discipline:

Structural Engineer

Company/Role(s):

Working as a design engineer at Adams Kara Taylor. One of the perks of being a structural engineer is that you tend to work on a number of projects at the same time. I have been able to help scheme a structural design at stage C, whilst working as a project engineer for another; visiting site and attending progress meetings, clients presentations and carrying out detailed structural design for construction.

Qualifications:

Graduated 2004 from Kingston University with a BEng in Civil Engineering. I spent my 2nd year of study at San Francisco State University (California) as part of an exchange programme.

Why I am involved with G4C:

I saw a great opportunity to be part of a new movement in the industry. Through G4C, I am able to meet like-minded young professionals to gain a better understanding of other trades, to create new ideas and to start building up contacts. I am also keen to help give the construction industry a facelift! It is such an exciting and dynamic environment and yet we have been misunderstood. With the help of G4C, I want to be able to spread the words and to attract new bloods into the build environment.

Interests:

Travel, architecture, cooking, Japanese Anime, and still not enjoying the gym.

Personal Motto:

No point in making an impression if it is not going to last.

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Name:

Phil Brown, 2008 Vice Chair

Company/Role(s):

Senior Electrical Engineer, Faber Maunsell

Qualifications:

After graduating in 2004 from Imperial College with a MEng in Electronic and Electrical Engineering I joined Faber Maunsell and have been working for them ever since. My job essentially involves designing all of the electrical systems in a building - this includes: getting the cables in from the street; back up / emergency generators; uninterruptible power supplies; distributing power around the building; designing the lighting. I have worked on some really interesting buildings and projects for some household-name clients.

Why I am involved in G4C:

I joined G4C to meet up with like minded individuals who are keen to challenge the industry, and work together to make it a better place for us all. I am also keen to encourage people into the industry, I fell in to the job so I know many people do not necessarily consider it as a career choice!

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Name:

Chris Davies

Company/Role(s):

Structural Engineer, BuroHappold

Qualifications:

I felt compelled to enter the construction industry to put to practice the skills and theory I'd acquired after studying Architectural Engineering at the University of Leeds. The company I joined was Buro Happold consulting engineers where I decided to specialise in structural engineering. I've genuinely enjoyed my experience so far and have recently witnessed the public opening of my first project, a new build Academy.

Why I am involved in G4C:

I became involved with G4C to work with fellow professionals in organising cross industry activities and events. I felt that the industry lacked a starting point for newcomers who wanted to keep broad perspective, through G4C I hope that we can provide this platform for the next generation.

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Name:

Christine Baltas

Company/Role(s):

Wates

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Name:

Will Barratt

Company/Role(s):

Building Manager, Willmott Dixon Construction

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Name:

Marek Gitrowski

Company/Role(s):

Laing O'Rourke

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Name:

James Lusher

Company/Role(s):

Architect, Allford Hall Monaghan Morris LLP

Qualifications:

I went to Huddersfield University to study a degree in International Architecture followed by a two year graduate diploma at Oxford Brookes University; I then worked for Avery Associate Architects followed by Sheppard Robson before taking my final Part 3 exam, qualifying as an Architect in 2004. I currently work for Allford Hall Monaghan Morris where I have been since 2005.

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Name:

Anna Mackenzie

Company/Role(s):

Sustainable Design Engineer, Fulcrum Consulting

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Name:

Chi Smith

Company/Role(s):

Solicitor, Mundays

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Name:

David Whysall,

Company/Role(s):

Senior Cost Manager, Turner & Townsend

Why I am involved in G4C:

I have been involved in G4C since early 2008. I have a genuine passion for the industry and would like to play a part in transforming it into one that focuses on providing efficient value led solutions for clients. I believe there has never been such an exciting time to join the industry. It provides opportunities beyond most other industries on a truly global scale. The industry will not be operating in the future as it is today, it will evolve and improve. Everyone who enters the industry has the prospect of being an important part of making the change. Being involved in G4C provides access to senior people within the industry who G4C members are able to influence with their ideas. It also provides a network of like-minded professionals that will support G4C members career development.

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Name:

Tracey Williams

Company/Role(s):

Graduate Quantity Surveyor, Rider Levitt Bucknall

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Name:

Oliver Ridley,

Company/Role(s):

Sustainability Consultant, Gleeds

Qualifications:

I studied at the University of Durham where I read Geography for my undergraduate degree. I am currently studying for an Msc in Environmental Strategy at the University of Surrey. I have been working for Gleeds since 2007 where prior to joining the Sustainability Department, I worked in Cost Management.

Why I am involved in G4C:

I joined G4C because I feel strongly about helping individuals establish themselves in the built environment for a career as it has so many fantastic opportunities. Also, G4C provides a platform where all young professionals can come together to discuss issues which are meaningful to them, having their voices heard, whilst providing an opportunity to mix with a wide range of young professionals from a multitude of disciplines.

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