Professional Engineering Services Ltd 25th Anniversary Feature

16-PAGE FEATURE NOVEMBER 20, 2011.

Stories by Dawn Morgan

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SUNDAY SUN SPECIAL, NOVEMBER 20. 2011 PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD., (PESL) provides consulting engineering and project management services in civil and structural engineering projects in Barbados and the Caribbean.

Established in 1986, PESL provides a team with experience and expertise in civil and structural engineering which seeks to provide optimal solutions to service their clients’ requirements.

PESL’s versatility and commitment to quality is demonstrated in the range of projects in which the firm has been involved over the last 25 years, and by their repeat client base. The staff continues to grow in numbers and experience in order to provide the full level of services required by clients, from project implementation through to project completion.

Their experience, in conjunction with the proactive approach of staff at PESL and their commitment to staying abreast of modern standards, enables the company to provide engineering solutions to suit clients’ requirements, as PESL continues to engineer the future of Barbados and the Caribbean.

SEATED: Dawood Pandor, Abdulhai Pandor and Ramon De Rosaryo.

Standing, second row: Jason Newsam, Loretta Walker and Quennel Reece.

Back row: Gregory Farnum and Kenroy Weekes. Inset are Leanne Harewood and Luther P. Goodman

FOUNDER OF Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL) Abdulhai Pandor takes this opportunity of marking the 25th anniversary of the business, by first “giving thanks to Allah, without Whom nothing is possible.”

He continues: “I appreciate the patience, love and support of my family, especially my son Dawood Pandor, who is an excellent engineer and principal consultant with the company. I am also happy to have nephews Tariq Pandor, Ayub and Umer Bakharia who are working in design and technical fields.

“There are many people who I thank for their encouragement and help, especially in the early years, such as Fatima and Albert Eversley, Ayub Bakharia, Keith Rayside Sr., Louis Redman, Dr Don Blackman, the late Errol Walton Barrow, Sir Phillip Greaves, Elias Haloute and Lionel Craig, to name a few.

“I appreciate all my clients over the years, large or small, and

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am especially grateful for those who continue to give us repeat business and to recommend PESL to others. This helped us to continue working steadily through the years and reach the point of celebrating 25 years. I am humbled by the experience and filled with gratitude.”

Abdulhai adds: “We at PESL are most grateful to those who have supported this 16-page 25th anniversary special feature in The NATION; and to all our staff, past and present.”

Most important of all, as he looks to the future, he says: “I am extremely proud of the engineering achievements of my son Dawood, who is back home to offer his considerable international experience for the benefit of engineering in Barbados. I look forward to seeing how his passion for engineering, his vision and creativity, and his outstanding skills will take the firm forward in the coming years.”

DAWOOD PANDOR is a highly qualified and experienced civil and structural graduate engineer, who is a Principal Consultant with Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL). He has worked on outstanding projects in various parts of the world, resulting in him being acclaimed and receiving prestigious awards.

Just to mention two of the most impressive: he was one of a four-man design team that worked on the steelwork design and erection analysis for the cable net of the Millennium Dome in London, (now the O2 arena where celebrity concerts with performers such as Rihanna are staged and where Michael Jackson was to perform his last concert).

Dawood was awarded the MacRobert Award by the Royal Academy of Engineers for this landmark project.

He also worked on the world’s tallest buildings in Saudi Arabia, the Al Faisaliah complex and the Kingdom Tower.

You could say that this young engineer established that the sky is the limit for him, early in his career.

However, he loves his country, Barbados, and “was happy to come back home to work with my dad Abdulhai Pandor. We always got along well, and when I was a schoolboy I would go on site with him. This inspired me to study engineering.

“However, we also grew into a relationship of adult friendship, appreciation and understanding and we collaborate well on projects. We are both able to give our best to whatever we are doing, along with everyone else on our team at PESL. We have an excellent team here at PESL, which produces quality designs and always aims to meet the requirements of our clients.”

“I love Barbados. It is home, and I am very happy to be here and to be working in the company my dad established.”

Dawood also points out that he had benefited from a Barbados Government scholarship in 1989 so he owed it to the country to return here and make a contribution.

He did his BSc in Engineering at Imperial College, London, England; and his MSc at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), United States.

Dawood also won fellowships from the American Concrete Institute and the Organization of American States.

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worked as a senior engineer in Trinidad and Tobago on public and private projects. He also worked as a project manager and engineer for Yorke Structures Limited there on several steel framed structures including the Waterfront Project.

As an engineer for Buro Happold Consulting Engineers, UK, he worked on the Millennium Dome before spending a year in Saudi Arabia working on the Tower complexes.

Across the water in New York, while working for Buro Happold/FTL there as design manager he was involved in major creative designs using unusual

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fabric and tension elements, including the Zimmerili Amphitheatre.

Dawood then worked as senior engineer for Buro Happold Consulting Engineers, UK, where he became involved in design projects such as the BBC Office Building (White City), the RAF Museum (Hendon) and the West London Academy (Ealing).

His skills and abilities obviously make him an international professional who is not only following in his father’s footsteps, but blazing his own trail high above the conventional design trade experience. Any country or region would be lucky to have him, but Barbados is fortunate that he calls this island his beloved home and extends that loyalty to the Caribbean.

Dawood is involved at PESL in a diverse range of projects such as The New Offices at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre and the Warrens Traffic Safety Improvement Project.

In summation, he notes: “Our greatest asset is our staff, and I am privileged to work with such talented individuals at PESL.”

ABDULHAI PANDOR is the director and principal consultant of Professional Engineering Services Ltd. (PESL), a company he formed 25 years ago, with its offices first in Wellington Street, then Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.

He is a graduate engineer with a BSc in Civil Engineering from the City University, London and achieved an MSc in Structural Engineering from Clemson University, South Carolina.

He notes: “We have an excellent and highly qualified staff, and we have managed to employ more people as we expanded. However, succeeding in this company is not just

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based on qualifications, but also on having the right character and attitudes. People who work with us need to have respect, be punctual, meet deadlines, work hard and smart, and give excellent quality service.

“We also aim to offer the most economic price possible, without getting into overly aggressive competition, but respect other engineering and contracting firms as colleagues. Our consultants and engineers belong to local, regional and extra-regional professional organizations.”

Abdulhai is involved with work related to environmental, solid waste, civil and structural design projects for PESL. His experience includes project management and design responsibilities for international banking agency projects throughout Barbados and the Caribbean. In this capacity he was head of the design team for the World Bank Rehabilitation programme.

Abdulhai is project manager for the Barbados Road Network Infrastructure Improvement project and the Warrens Traffic Safety Improvement project. He was head of the civil and structural engineering design team for the Sherbourne complex (now Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre) including the conference hall, auditorium and examination hall; and PESL is now working on the extension and multilevel car park there.

Previous highway projects include culverts and bridges for the World Bank project in Hothersal, Buccaneer Bay, Treasure Beach and Speightstown; and the World Bank Road

Rehabilitation project including part of Highway 2A, Highway 6, and Searles to Six Roads.

Abdulhai was project manager for the Blue Orchids/Coral Mist hotels and has been involved in the structural engineering design of seven Chefette restaurants.

He has also designed commercial complexes, and residences all over the island .

Early in his career when he was senior engineer for the Rayside group of companies, he supervised infrastructural work at Arawak Cement plant, designed hot-mix asphalt and concrete mixes, and supervised road and car park construction.

Before launching PESL Abdulhai worked as senior technical officer in the National Housing Corporation (NHC), where he designed and supervised road developments and low-income housing developments. He also prepared specifications for roadworks when he worked for the Ministry of Communication and Works and inspected storm water structures.

It is impossible to list all of the projects that Abdulai and PESL have done engineering and/or project management for, but they dot the landscape of Barbados.

RAMON DE ROSAYRO is a principal consultant at Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL), a Barbadian company he joined in 1998.

He is currently involved in the design of roads, highways and other civil works projects, including the Adams Castle Development, Upton Development and the Warrens Traffic Safety Improvement Project.

He is a chartered civil engineer with a BSc (Hons)

from the University of London. He first worked for the Canadian Pacific Railway as assistant engineer and was attached to the Hunting Survey Corporation of Canada which carried out a physical resources survey of Sri Lanka using aerial photographs.

One of his fondest memories is when he rescued a school under construction that was condemned because of structural defects. This was during his tenure in the Republic of Maldives, Ramon recalls: “I was able to save the school, because of the experience I had had when I worked on Charles F Broome Memorial school in Barbados.�

A. RAMON DE ROSAYRO, BScEng, CEng, MICE. His main task in the Maldives was as an advisor through the Commonwealth and engineer in the Ministry of Public Works Secretariat on quality control of materials and products used in the construction industry. and Ministry of Transport and Works in Barbados and was involved in road design on Another project which brought him great satisfaction was restoration of Ilaro Court, the rehabilitation and highway safety projects.

He was also resident engineer on official residence of the Prime Minister of construction of highways in Trinidad which Barbados. He was part-time lecturer in included extensive drainage works and the Surveying at Barbados Community College provision of a bridge.

(BCC) in the 1970s.

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MOST PEOPLE are familiar with the work of contractors or builders, architects, and various types of workers who are involved in designing and erecting buildings, roadways, and implementing other types of structures.

Few, however, except those in the indutsry know of the precise, creative, meticulous technical skills and talents that are used by our qualified engineers and technicians in creating the designs for new buildings, roadways, infrastructural development, and the analysis and surveys necessary for renovating and extending structures.

Their work is essential for establishing and maintaining the strength of structures and roads, and to optimize durability against environmental hazards.

The reality is that engineers apply science in order to benefit mankind.

Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL) a Barbadian company which has been in the business for 25 years provides a variety of civil and structural engineering services, and project management including: Structural engineering, analysis, and design.

Civil works, drainage and sewage system design.

Transportation and highway engineering, including feasibilitiy studies.

Office building design.

Shopping mall and other commercial complex design.

Parking facilities design.

Residential building design.

Industrial building design.

Health care facilities design.

Restaurant, hotel and condominium design.

Coastal and marine engineering.

Educational institution design.

Convention centre design.

Condition surveys and site supervision.

Environmental Impact Studies.

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LEANNE HAREWOOD is office manager at Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL) where she has worked for over two years.

She attended The St Michael School and then achieved an Associate Degree in Science (physics and maths) at Barbados Community College; going on gain her BSc degree in Management Studies from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill, with a major in Management with Psychology.

This training makes her ideal for managing the office of PESL since the business of the company involves scientific work and mathematical computations.

Leanne’s work is invaluable to the office proceedings and she is happy to interact with the entire team.

LEANNE HAREWOOD (GP) Her past experience includes working as a sales clerk and file clerk and this has provided her with a good basis for rendering polite and friendly customer service; and organising and maintaining records and documents. She is highly skilled in the computer systems used in the business.

EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE is a hallmark of Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL) and the importance of this is reflected in the fact that clients give repeat business and word-of-mouth recommendations.

Of course, engineering and technical perfection is a given, with the principal consultants and staff working on every project as if it was their own, and producing to the highest standards.

Team members see themselves as being in a company where it’s all about People Pleasing People by the way they interact with them, whether the client is a prospective one, an actual customer, or other professionals within the industry who work with the engineers and technicians on projects.

Factors such as active listening, giving explanations, and answering questions in polite, pleasant, and informative ways, plus responding to any hint of a problem, are practised by all at PESL, and built into how they operate.

HERE IS JUST A SAMPLE of some of the buildings which Professional Engineering Services Ltd. (PESL) has worked on through the years.

Above, clockwise: PANGOLA COURT, a resplendent luxury residence.

PESL was involved with the engineering design of the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre (then called Sherbourne Conference Centre) and the firm is now working on the design of an extension to the facility.

THE LIGHT AND BREEZY LOOKING Indramer Condominiums.

ATTRACTIVE tropical appeal in Blue Orchids Beach Hotel and Coral Beach Hotel.

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HERE IS JUST A SAMPLE of some of the buildings which Professional Engineering Services Ltd. (PESL) has worked on through the years.

Above, clockwise: PANGOLA COURT, a resplendent luxury residence.

PESL was involved with the engineering design of the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre (then called Sherbourne Conference Centre) and the firm is now working on the design of an extension to the facility.

THE LIGHT AND BREEZY LOOKING Indramer Condominiums.

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LORETTA WALKER is senior engineer at Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL) where she is the “newbee” in the office, but she is a highly qualified and talented professional in the field, and a Chartered Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers.

She graduated from the University of the West Indies in 1999 and has practised as a consulting engineer in Barbados and overseas for over 12 years.

In 2004, she completed a MSc in Earthquake Engineering at Imperial College, London, and on completion of her studies she opted to remain in the UK to gain wider exposure in structural engineering.

Walker started working with Atkins Highways and Transportation in the Highway Structures team.

Some of the highlights from that experience included conceptual and detailed design of prestressed and structural steel bridges, design of repairs for historic masonry arch structures, and being a member of the checking team for the award-winning Riverside Bridge in Cambridge.

At Ramboll UK Limited, her most memorable projects included managing the seismic design for a luxury LORETTA WALKER BSc, MSc, DIC, CEng, MICE (RC) development in Georgia and a structures to residential of an educational institution commercial development in and an apartment block. “I only Romania, as well as the design developments.

Since joining PESL, Loretta started working here four of sensitive stability systems for has been involved in the design weeks ago,” she explains, “but the conversion of historic

already I am involved in several interesting projects and I look forward to continuing my career with PESL.”

LUTHER P. GOODMAN is an engineer who has worked at Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL) for two years.

He received an Associate Degree in Applied Science, Building and Civil Engineering from the Barbados Community College, and then achieved a BSc in Civil Engineering (Hons) from the University of the West Indies.

Goodman recalls: “When I was a schoolboy I thought I might become an architect, because my father is an

architectural draftsman, however, as life unfolded I was given the opportunity to study civil engineering. Studying and working in that area has given me some allowance for creativity in solving design problems, so it is inspirational and satisfying.

“The various disciplines that can be involved in projects, such as: structural, highway, water, sanitation, and so on, keep the job interesting and cover a wide range of challenges. This helps me to develop greater knowledge,

experience, abilities and appreciation for the work of the company. I have been involved in the design of roads, commercial buildings and residential homes.

“I value working with each member of the team as we are all professionals who are not restricted by job titles, specialization, or status and interact in a respectful and open way, giving and receiving opinions and ideas, and this interactive process brings about excellent results.”

QUENNEL REECE has worked as a senior engineer at Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL) for two years, but has been employed in the field for many years.

He achieved an Associate Degree in Applied Science (with merit) in Building and Civil Engineering at Barbados Community College (BCC). Reece then completed his Civil Engineering BSc (Upper Second

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Class Honours) at the University of the West Indies (UWI) St Augustine, Trinidad, and went on to become qualified in Structural Engineering MSc at the University of Manchester, UK, on a Commonwealth scholarship.

He recalls: “I came back here to work, as is a condition of the scholarship. I worked on a five-storey office building and did structural analysis and design,

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and also some residences and civil projects, including drainage and irrigation.

“I worked on the Kensington Redevelopment including structural analysis design for the North Square, North West Plaza and the supporting base of the Sir Garfield Sobers statue. I also did structural analysis and design of wet well structure and provided detailed work drawings for the Apes Hill Development.

“I specialize in structures involving the use of reinforced concrete, steelwork, masonry, timber and composite construction.

“It gives me satisfaction to see projects grow from the ground up to the completion, through every stage of the construction.”

Reece also likes the camaraderie with his colleagues saying “the teamwork here, it is excellent.”

KENROY WEEKES is Senior Technician at Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL) where he has worked for almost two years.

Drawing was his first love at primary school, which persuaded him to pursue Technical Drawing at secondary school. Kenroy then received an Associate Degree in Building Technology at Barbados Community

College (BCC) and studied Architectural Drafting at Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic (SJPP) and also completed an

AUTOCAD course. He has over ten years experience as a technician in the construction industry.

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Kenroy explains: “My drawings need to have precision, clarity and upon completion, to be readily understood and used by anyone in the building industry. I am involved in a number of projects, the major one being the Warrens Traffic Safety Improvement Project.”

He adds: “In addition to what I have studied, I have gained considerable experience on the job by working with local and overseas consultants, and this exposes me to different ways of doing things and expands my outlook.”

GREGORY ‘MONTY’ FARNUM has been a technician for over two years at Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL).

He says with his characteristic smile: “I love my job. I learn something new every day. The team here is fantastic and its a very pleasant place to work.

I am working on the Warrens development project now. But I have the opportunity to work at lots of sites, and I find this type of active work to be very interesting.”

Monty notes: “I have worked in many different areas of technology, at Williams Industries, the Shallow Draught Harbour Project, the Airport Development Project, the oil fields, and in business

management.’

Monty performs a key role at PESL in ensuring that the projects designed by the firm are constructed to meet the design requirements and the project briefs.

He sums up his career approach: “As long as there is a hands-on mechanical or technical aspect to a job, that works for me. I also like to be out on worksites and interacting with people.”

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JASON NEWSAM is a technician at Professional Engineering Services Ltd., (PESL) where he has been working since March 2011.

He has over 15 years’ experience as a technician in the construction industry, and has worked with both consulting and construction firms.

Jason received an Associate Degree in Building and Civil Engineering from Barbados Community College.

The drawings he does for PESL “are based on the engineers’ calculations and measurements from site visits and may be general designs or specific detailed drawings. They are also based on interpretations of the architect’s designs and coordinated with the building services details.

He recently worked on the new offices at Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre and foundations for the Valerie Residential Development.

Jason notes: “Although my time at PESL has been less than a year, the experience has been very rewarding because the team here operates like a family.”

JASON NEWSAM, technician.

NEW OFFICES at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre under construction.

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“SINCE 1999-2002 C.O. Williams has had a good working relationship with PESL on various road projects. Some examples are the Crane to St Martin’s, Benn Hill, and Warrens to Wildey highway improvement project. We are now working with PESL on the Warrens Traffic Safety Improvement Project.”

– PETER WEEKES, C.O. Williams.

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“CHEFETTE RESTAURANTS has worked with PESL for over 16 years and their team of engineers and staff remains one of the most skilled and experienced on the island. They bring a level of expertise and dedication in working with their clients that are second to none. We wish them all the best on their 25th anniversary and look forward to continue working with them on our future projects in 2012 and beyond”.

– ASSAD HALOUTE, Chefette Restaurants.

“WE HAVE DONE BUSINESS WITH Professional Engineering Services Ltd., since they started 25 years ago. I would say their service is sound and backed by rigorous analyses. We have a good relationship with the company and enjoy working with them.”

– GEORGE HOLDER of Design Collaborative.

“PESL is very professional and has excellent engineers who have worked on my buildings including Blue Orchids Hotel and Coral Mist Hotel. I have a very good relationship with the company.”

– ANSAR JUMAN

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