Andrew Guirguis

Website: https://www.eb2.eu/

Projects:

• Project: CATL - Building B1
• Location: Thüringen, Germany
• Website: https://www.catl.com/en/enterpriseinfoGermany/
• Project: Berlin Chemie - Building 279 and Pump room
• Location: Berlin, German
• Website: https://berlin-chemie.de/en/about-us/production-sites.html

Duties:

• Sprinkler System Design: Design code-compliant sprinkler systems for various building types, ensuring full adherence to NFPA 13, FM Global standards, and VdS CEA 4001 guidelines based on the project's fire protection requirements.
• Shop and Schematic Drawings: Create comprehensive shop drawings and schematic piping diagrams for sprinkler networks, including risers, mains, branches, control valves, and sprinkler head layouts, aligned with project constraints.
• Hydraulic Calculations: Perform detailed hydraulic calculations using SpriCAD and related fire protection software to validate pressure, flow, and system performance in accordance with NFPA 13, FM Global, and VdS CEA 4001 standards.
• 3D Isometric Modeling: Develop detailed 3D isometric models of sprinkler systems using AutoCAD, Revit, and other CAD/BIM software to ensure precise layout, spatial coordination, and installation feasibility.
• BIM and MEP Coordination: Integrate sprinkler systems into multidisciplinary BIM environments, collaborating with architects and MEP engineers to detect and resolve clashes, ensuring smooth on-site implementation.
• Code Compliance and Technical Submittals: Compile technical documentation, hydraulic analysis reports, and compliance submittals required for approvals from civil defense, FM Global representatives, and VdS-certified reviewers.

Website: https://elmuae.com/

Projects:

• Project: SOHO Square Towers
• Location: Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Website: https://bloomholding.com/what-we-do/properties/soho-square
• Project: Construction of 7 projects in Al Ain Zoo (Package 1)
• Location: Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Website: https://www.alainzoo.ae/about-us/future-projects
• Project: Rawdhat Residential Building
• Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Website: N/A
• Project: Design & Build for Crown Paper Mill Factory
• Location: ICAD 3, Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Website: https://www.crownpapermill.com/

Duties:

• 3D Modeling: Creation and management of accurate 3D models for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, using industry-standard BIM tools such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• System Design: Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams to design HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, ensuring full compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Design and Shop Drawings: Develop detailed design and shop drawings for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, ensuring alignment with project requirements, specifications, and coordination needs.
• Clash Detection and Resolution: Perform thorough clash detection to identify and resolve design conflicts within MEP systems, ensuring seamless integration into the overall building model.
• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Facilitate MEP coordination through effective communication with architects, structural engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure system harmony and compliance with design intent.
• Resource Estimation and Quantity Takeoff: Use BIM tools to carry out precise quantity takeoffs and cost estimations, ensuring accurate planning for materials, labor, and resources required for MEP installations.

Website: https://orioncc.com/

Projects:

• Project: Al Nakheel Hygienic Paper Mill Factory
• Location: ICAD 2, Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Website: https://finehh.com/operation/

Duties:

• Installation Supervision: Oversee the on-site installation and implementation of mechanical systems, ensuring full compliance with approved drawings, and project specifications.
• Material and Equipment Inspection: Inspect and verify the quality and specifications of all materials and equipment used in mechanical works, managing deliveries and inventory to prevent delays or excess stock.
• Workforce Management: Lead and supervise mechanical teams on-site, ensuring efficient task distribution, adherence to schedules, and consistent performance evaluation.
• Problem Solving: Identify technical issues and challenges during construction phases and apply effective solutions promptly to maintain workflow and avoid project disruptions.
• Coordination: Coordinate closely with contractors, subcontractors, and various trades to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems within the overall construction framework.
• Testing and Commissioning: Manage the testing and commissioning of mechanical systems, validating operational performance, energy efficiency, and conformity with design and regulatory standards.

Website: https://marinaplatforms.com/

Duties:

• Comprehensive Design: Lead the complete mechanical design of specialized equipment, including overhead cranes, aerial lifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, cradles, BMUs, and elevators, tailored to meet project-specific requirements.
• Component Selection: Select mechanical components such as bearings, springs, power screws, hydraulic pistons, and anchor bolts to ensure reliability, performance, and compatibility with the overall design.
• Stress Analysis: Conduct structural stress analysis across all design elements to validate safety, performance, and compliance with applicable engineering standards.
• System Simulation: Perform comprehensive design simulations to assess functionality, load behavior, and system performance before proceeding to the manufacturing stage.
• Technical Drawings: Develop precise dimensional and general assembly drawings to support the manufacturing team throughout the fabrication and assembly phases.
• Bill of Quantities (BOQ): Prepare a complete BOQ listing all materials, components, and resources required for production, facilitating accurate planning and procurement.
• Manufacturing Support: Provide direct technical support to the manufacturing team, clarifying design requirements and monitoring the fabrication process to ensure alignment with design intent and specifications.