Richard Kowalski

Director @Lean Precast Solutions

IrelandBusiness Owner🐦 Design🧑‍🔬 Engineer🧨 Consulting3D Designer✨ Business OwnerCivil engineer

Richard Kowalski is a seasoned professional in the construction industry, currently serving as the Director at Lean Precast Solutions company. With a proven track record in precast concrete production and management, he brings extensive knowledge and expertise to his role. Richard's responsibilities include driving business growth, managing operations, and leading strategic initiatives. Prior to joining Lean Precast Solutions, he has held several leadership roles in various notable construction companies. His strong leadership abilities, coupled with a deep understanding of the construction industry, make him an invaluable asset to his team. Richard is committed to delivering top-quality services and innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of his clients.

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Work Background

Lean Precast SolutionsManaging Director

Feb. 2021Ireland

O'Reilly ConcreteTechnical Director

May. 2015 - Feb. 2021KingscourtMain activities and responsibilities: • supervision of Technical Department; • research and development; • complex problem-solving; • value engineering; • development and implementation of company long term strategy (technical aspects); • market research, introduction and implementation of new technologies and solutions in precast design and manufacturing; • BIM implementation; • review and supervision of internal processes and activities related to project execution including design, manufacture and erection of precast concrete structures; • resourcing and approving new accessories, parts and machinery (moulds and forms) for precast production; • review and assessment of project technical documentation; • technical presentations for the existing and potential customers; • attending meetings and workshops with Clients, Contractors or third party on civil/structural matters; co-operation with Engineers, Architects, Contractors and all other parties involved in major projects; • overseeing and developing engineering skills of Design Office staff; • internal presentations and training sessions for the staff (technical issues), preparation of training manuals and materials; • technical support for sales department and financial department; • company IT supervision; • FEA modelling and design.

O'Reilly ConcreteTechnical Manager

Oct. 2013 - Apr. 2015Kingscourtsupervision of the Drawing Office and Production Facilities; optimization of manufacturing processes; production costs control and optimization; supervision of design, manufacture and erection of precast concrete structures; research and development; preparation of design technical submittal for conceptual, tender and detailed design stage submissions, method statements; preparation, review and assessment of project technical documentation; attending meetings and workshops with Clients, Contractors or third party on civil/structural matters; co-operation with Engineers, Architects, Contractors and all other parties involved in the project at all stages; responsible for overseeing and developing engineering skills of Drawing Office staff; FEA design; providing technical support for sales department and financial department; quality management; company IT supervision

O'Reilly ConcreteSenior Design Engineer

May. 2005 - Oct. 2013KingscourtResponsible for design and manufacture of precast and pre-stressed structures. Structural analisys. Research and development.

PESTARSenior Software Consultant

May. 2004 - May. 2005Pomeranian District, Gdansk County, PolandSale and implementation of ERP software.

Self EmployedFreelance Consultant

Nov. 1998 - May. 2005Pomeranian District, Gdansk County, Poland3D designer and structural design consultant.

WEGA JD Design EngineersStructural Design Engineer

Sep. 2001 - Dec. 2002Pomeranian District, Gdansk County, PolandSteel and concrete structures design.

DEBIT PHUProject Manager

May. 1994 - May. 2001Pomeranian District, Gdansk County, PolandCoordination and management of medium size residential and industrial construction projects.

DEBIT PHUProject Engineer

Sep. 1992 - May. 1994Pomeranian District, Gdansk County, PolandResponsible for design and execution of small residential construction projects.

Domix PHUJunior Structural Engineer

Sep. 1991 - Sep. 1992Gdansk, Pomeranian District, PolandAssistant to Senior Engineer responsible for preparing method statement for concrete remedial works.