Lieven Van De Vel
Antwerpen
Summary
Seasoned Member of Technical Staff with 22 years of experience and expertise in construction industry, in particular in waterproofing for flat roofs. Detail-oriented and quality-driven professional versed in development and technical implementation of systems for waterproofing.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Expert
Soprema
Schoten
04.2021 - Current
- Technical support of the various group companies with regard to products and systems.
- Create technical manuals for our products and systems.
- Adapting the range of products and solutions to (changing) laws and regulations.
Product Manager
Soprema
Grobbendonk
08.2017 - 04.2021
- Market research.
- Introduction of new products in the group companies.
- Project management: monitoring the launch procedure.
- Bridging the gap between local organizations and production.
Technical Commercial Advisor
Soprema
Grobbendonk
06.2014 - 08.2017
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provide customized technical support, taking into account the needs of the customers and the product range.
- Communicate with account managers, architects, customers and commercial field service.
Technical Commercial Advisor
Bouwlux
Antwerpen
11.2009 - 06.2016
- Calculation
- Site preparation
- Negotiation with suppliers
Projects Manager
Renolit Belgium
Oudenaarde
01.2005 - 11.2009
- Providing technical advice to customers and sales.
- Follow up certification.
- Technical content brochures (website, leaflets, catalogues…)
Researcher
Buildwise
Limelette
09.2001 - 12.2004
- Research into green roofs and wind resistance of mechanically attached waterproofing membranes.
- Cooperation with Technical Information Notes: TV 239 and TV 229
- Reporting for tests on waterproofing membranes, insulation materials, slates and tiles
Education
Master's Degree in Industrial Sciences - Construction Engineering
KaHo Sint-Lieven
Ghent06.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Sint-Lucas
Ghent06.1998
Skills
- Expert in synthetic waterproofing membranes
- Technical documentation
- Researching & information processing
- Written communication & reporting
- Analytical and Methodical
Languages
Dutch
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
French
Advanced
C1
German
Upper Intermediate
B2
Additional Information
COURSES
- Higher Course in Acoustics – Abav; 2023
- Acoustics in Buildings – Practice (PS Acoustics; 2021)
- The Successful Product Manager (IFBD; 2019)
- B2B Product Launches (IFBD; 2019)
- Safety for Site Managers – VCA (Hadeco; 2015)
- Internal auditor ISO 9001 (Amelior)
- Flat Roofs (BDA, the Netherlands; 2006)
- Fire Safety (ANPI)
Timeline
Technical Expert
Soprema
04.2021 - Current
Product Manager
Soprema
08.2017 - 04.2021
Technical Commercial Advisor
Soprema
06.2014 - 08.2017
Technical Commercial Advisor
Bouwlux
11.2009 - 06.2016
Projects Manager
Renolit Belgium
01.2005 - 11.2009
Researcher
Buildwise
09.2001 - 12.2004
Master's Degree in Industrial Sciences - Construction Engineering
KaHo Sint-Lieven
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Sint-Lucas
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