Oleg Kilchevskiy Engineering, Technology, Business Development

Responsibilities and Achievements:

Business Development

• Setting up and developing a website design and software application development business.
• Design of company procedures and service offer development; market research and evaluating target opportunities; business planning and strategic initiatives including partnerships and outsourcing.
• Finance and accounting; preparing business plan, developing pricing structure, bookkeeping, financial statements.
• Building company website including branding, layout, graphics, content and SEO.
• Developing online presence including social media profiles, directory listings and website maintenance.
• Marketing and advertising; Google AdWords, LinkedIn campaigns, email marketing campaigns.
• Planning, design, development and implementation of complete websites for customers in the commercial, industrial and public sectors.

Web Design and Development

• Planning, design, development and implementation of complete websites.
• Developed strong HTML and CSS skills and built websites using Adobe Dreamweaver.
• Learnt basic JavaScript, XML, PHP, MySQL; strong understand the web technologies and programming languages.
• Websites with CMS using WordPress; custom templates, contact forms, booking systems.
• eCommerce websites using Magento; custom html, css, javascript, PHP, MySQL maintenance, payment systems.
• Setting up development and hosting environment; XAMPP, cPanel, InterWorx; WordPress and Magento migration.
• Creating website and online marketing graphics using Adobe Photoshop, Fireworks, Illustrator, Flash.
• Creating content, SEO, Google Analytics, AdWords, social media.

Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Design of property alterations, extensions, conversions and new build for domestic, commercial, public and residential developments.
• Structural analysis and design using Tekla Tedds software and conventional hand calculations, drawing sketches: masonry, reinforced concrete, structural steel, timber, foundations and retaining walls.
• Production of architectural and structural AutoCAD drawings: floor plans, sections, elevations, layouts, structural detailing, reinforcement and applicable schedules.
• Measured and structural surveys, load capacity assessments of existing structures and preparation of survey reports.
• Preparation and submission of applications for planning permission and building regulations approval.
• Project requirements assessment, estimation, preparation of quotations and tender proposals.
• Providing technical advice and engineering support during construction.
• Assuming overall responsibility for projects: evaluating and prioritising work within the overall project schedule; liaison with clients, architects, contractors, and suppliers; communicating with government agencies and local authorities.

Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Development of company’s business interests in East European countries;
• Market research and analysis;
• Setting up a network of distributors for company’s products; specification sales;
• Developing relationships with potential clients, establishing their business needs and developing solutions;
• Increasing brand awareness;
• Development and implementation of marketing strategies;
• Account management; maintaining relationships with existing customers;
• Providing advice to customers on technical aspects of company’s products;
• Arranging and performing product demonstrations for customers;
• Preparing and taking part in exhibitions;
• Gained business-to-business sales experience; improved communication and presentation skills;

Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Setting up a new company; carrying all business operations;
• Development, design and management of eCommerce website; web development and design; content, graphics, implementation of payment systems, SEO, web research and analytics; software used: Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Fireworks, Flash; HTML / CSS layout, XML, PHP and JavaScript scripting;
• Liaison with suppliers, government agencies and customers;
• Marketing and advertising; Google AdWords, Social Networking;
• Finance and accounting;

Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Conceptualized, analysed and designed a range of structural systems for multi million valued projects

  Structural analysis and design using computer methods and conventional hand calculations; 3D integrated structures modelling of steel and concrete framings of plants and office buildings with finite element analysis, static and dynamic analysis, stability analysis, failure / fatigue analysis; conceptual and alternatives design; preparation of calculation reports; examination of structures on site; liaison with contractors and suppliers; supervising technicians;

• Leading a design team; planning and managing the design process; supervising the tasks and methods used by engineers and CAD technicians assigned to the project; checking completed projects with regards to compliance with the structural requirements and Building Regulations;
• Project management; working with architects, contractors, clients and government regulatory agencies; scheduling and attending external meetings and ensuring that all structural aspects were coordinated with the other professional teams involved in a project; preparation of tender proposals and planning; reviewing structural works on site to monitor compliance with contract documents;
• Learned a range of new design and analysis software such as Fastrak, TEDDS, S-Frame and WinDes; achieved expert-level of competency with Fastrak; advanced knowledge of Finite Element Analysis;
• Advanced knowledge of hydrodynamics; learned concept of sustainable drainage systems; analysed and designed drainage systems for a number of projects using WinDes; Advanced knowledge of British Standards for steel and RC design, and Factory Mutual design standards;
• Proposed a number of new structural and drainage design technologies and procedures, which added effectiveness and accuracy to design and achieved significant time savings; designed and developed Drainage Design Guide using MS Publisher 2007; developed a number of comprehensive MS Excel structural analysis spreadsheets and templates;
• Assisted in development of project management systems of the company; developed a range of ideas for improvement of company’s intranet;
• Received a numerous appreciations from directors for efforts and high quality performance;

Some of projects include:

• Two-storey industrial plant in Ireland; involvement: 3D Finite element analysis and design of primary steel frame structure, heavy equipment platforms, other elements of frame and in-situ RC floors using CSC Fastrak Building Designer, TEDDS and S-Frame – finite element analysis; simulated and analysed various combinations of static and dynamic loads;
• Three-storey commercial unit with adjoined two-storey residential unit in Cashel, Co. Tipperary, Ireland; combined steel frame and masonry; involvement: concept design; steel and reinforced concrete frame alternatives; traditional RC slabs and slim floor structure alternatives; 3D Finite element analysis and design of primary steel frame structure, other elements of frame, masonry part of the building, pre-cast RC floors and roof using CSC Fastrak Building Designer, TEDDS and S-Frame – finite element analysis; foundations design; simulated and analysed various combinations of static and dynamic loads;
• 2 housing estates (65 and 180no. houses) in Ireland; involvement – drainage system design;
• Opel car showroom in Cork, Ireland – two storey building with associated site development works; involvement – drainage system design, remedial structural design;

Various minor design works including RC earth retailing structures, modification of pharmaceutical plant’s structural frame, modification of warehouse into recycling process plant, floating dock, preliminary analysis of 54m span industrial plant and 75m span warehouse, mezzanine floor addition;

Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Design of roof structural elements and complete roof structural systems using Alpine Roof Truss Design Software. Projects cover the full spectrum of roof types, from detached houses to multiple levels blocks. Standard, not-standard, attic trusses and purlined roofs (BS and IE standards);
• Preparation of detailed drawings of timber and steel elements for production and site instructions using AutoCAD & hsbCAD;
• Leading a team of 6-8 CAD technicians; supervising the tasks and methods used; checking completed projects with regards to compliance with the structural requirements and Building Regulations;
• Liaison with contractors and providing technical support to site engineers; dealing with Non-conformance reports, change and modification requests and circulating action required details to other departments;
• Updating all relevant databases; preparation of purchase requisitions orders and loading / delivery checklists;
• Learned and achieved expert-level of competency with a range of new design and analysis software such as VIEW and HSB; perfected AutoCAD skills;
• Achieved expert-level of competency in timber roof structures and good general knowledge in timber frame construction and manufacturing process including eco-design;
• Trusted to work on the most complicated one-off projects;
• Contributed to standard details manual, design and checking procedure development; developed a number of standard details; modified numerous truss designs to reduce materials usage and therefore reduce cost;
• Participated in implementation of the “Right First Time” quality conscious attitude – zero error engineering;
• Received a numerous appreciations from Management for efforts and high quality performance; for spotting potential problems prior to construction phase which could lead to significant delays on site and extra expenses; for contribution to training and developing of junior engineers;

Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Design and preparation of construction and manufacturing drawings, specifications, and structural calculations; liaison with clients and clients’ architects; liaison with contractors and providing technical support to site engineers;
• Project management; working with architects, contractors, clients and government regulatory agencies; in this position, designing and engineering timber frame buildings I have been able to work on projects from initial brief right through the design process to final manufacture and construction. This experience has greatly advanced my knowledge of the entire deign procedure and off-site building solutions. Working with AutoCad, hsbCAD, Tekla and Alpine, I have been able to use my abilities and technical aptitude to quickly and efficiently solve the design challenges presented to me. I have also had an opportunity to use my organisational skills to greatly improve the management and efficiency of the design department;

Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Structural analysis and design using computer methods and conventional hand calculations; finite element analysis (2D and 3D models) of high rise masonry buildings, steel and RC structures and mechanical details using SCAD office; production of concept and final designs; technical specifications and engineering reports;
• Managing a project team of 14-16 engineers with strong involvement with the QA/QC management aspects on a range of multi-discipline projects including 7, 9,11 and 15-storey apartment buildings in Poltava City – masonry and RC, Leisure Centre “Eney” in Kerenchug town – braced steel frame, new Poltava Regional Tax Office building – 4-storey masonry-infilled RC frame;
• Financial management; preparation of tender proposals and planning; ensuring optimal solution is developed;
• Reviewing structural works on site to monitor compliance with contract documents;
• Attending external meetings and ensuring that all structural aspects were coordinated with the other professional teams involved in a project;
• Providing structural guidance to clients and design teams; value engineering; implementation of new ideas; site utilization planning, project scheduling and phasing, constructability review and analysis;
• Development of MS Excel spreadsheets for various design purposes;
• Learned and achieved expert-level of competency with SCAD office – finite element analysis software;
• Developed practical AutoCAD skills including 3D modelling;
• Development of software for automatisation of AutoCAD performance using VBA AutoLISP;
• Review drawings and documents for compliance with the Building Regulations and company standards;
• Liaison with clients, architects, contractors and other professionals involved in projects;
• Developed and implemented new systematic methodology for structural design focusing on computerization, and a range of new companies’ design standards, manuals and templates; 
• Participated in determining business goals with Senior Management;
• Received numerous appreciations from contractors for providing high quality technical support to construction team and comprehensive construction documentation;
• Received appreciation from senior management for innovative approach to projects management implementing participative decision making and encouraging creativity;

Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Construction crew management (up to 60 people); developing the project execution overall approach; ensure all key design and construction information is current and reliable; developing full and clear understanding of the construction site requirements;
• Organize, monitor and supervise site operations and activities; review method statements and H&S documents; organizing resources; establishing working relationships; lead position in such hard conditions required considerable strength of character as well as substantial people management skills in order to succeed;
• Quality Assurance / Quality Control; ensuring conformance with engineering plans, specifications and construction standards;
• Working in close cooperation with design team; assisting in developing construction drawings, technical specifications and schedules; reviewing designs for constructability and cost effectiveness;
• Assessing construction progress; forecasting, tracking and reporting on project set milestones;
• Coordinating and driving performance of subcontractors (3-5, including international);
• Liaison with client; preparation and submission of progress and compliance reports;
• Material management and coordination with the logistic department;
• Promoting team and individual performance; increasing labour productivity and morale; implement health and safety awareness in the workplace;
• Obtained extensive experience with methods and techniques of arctic construction;
• Developed new construction methodologies directed to improvement of project schedules and optimization of resources which resulted in significant reductions on construction costs;
• Developed technology of assembling of one of the most difficult components – 50m high steel chimney;
• Developed strong project co-ordination and people management skills;
• Received a numerous appreciations from director for delivering projects to schedule with high quality;
• Promoted two times within four years;