MCR CONSULTING - Key Persons
With over 26 years' experience in structural design, Doron has a broad experience encompassing a wide variety of projects and materials. Doron's experience, prior to MCR, includes numerous large-scale projects including the Millennium Forum in Derry. He also worked for The Henry Group where, as the in-house engineer, he was responsible for optimising designs to ensure projects were delivered within budget and ahead of programme. He gained valuable contractor experience which has enhanced his ability to assist with design and build projects.
With a specialised knowledge of precast concrete and aluminium design he has become the go-to designer for precast concrete and curtain walling manufacturers across Ireland. He has been involved in numerous specialised structures including artwork installations by various artists.
Doron prides himself on the detail, ensuring bespoke cost-effective solutions for each and every project.
Job Titles:
- Graduate Structural Engineer
Emma graduated from Queens with a Masters Degree in 2010 and went on to gain a Phd in structural engineering in 2015.
Eoghan graduated From Glasgow Caledonian University with a first-class honours degree in Environmental Civil Engineering. He then went on to complete a post graduate Diploma in Structural Engineering and is currently completing his Masters in Structural Engineering part time through distance learning. A dedicated engineer with over 7 years of experience in both civil and structural design. Since joining MCR, in 2019, Eoghan has proved to be an important member of the team with a keen eye for detail design and ensuring designs come in within budget.
Job Titles:
- Director
- Chartered Structural Engineer
Fred is a Chartered Structural Engineer who, along with Doron Raz, set up MCR Consulting in 2005. Having graduated in 1995 from Dundee University, Fred went on to work in Nottingham before moving back to Northern Ireland to work with Taylor & Boyd.
Fred's wealth of experience includes the design of steel, masonry, timber and reinforced concrete. As an Approved Certifier through the Structural Engineers Registration Ltd (SER Scheme) he can certify design work for schemes in Scotland. He has developed a particular interest in the restoration of historic structures and enjoys the challenge of providing minimum impact bespoke solutions to retain the integrity of the original structure.
Overseeing a team of engineers and detailers, Fred takes projects from inception through to completion whilst providing economic structural solutions that can be built within programme
Job Titles:
- Director
- Director With MCR
Neil has been a director with MCR since joining them in 2007. Since then he has been responsible for overseeing projects of varying scale and complexity, taking them from inception through to completion on site.
Having graduated from Queens University he went to work at a Civil Engineering consultancy where he gained invaluable civils experience. In 1998 he then joined a large Northern Irelands based Structural Engineering consultancy, where he gained his chartership in 2005, before moving to MCR.
In the twenty plus years, since graduating, Neil has gained considerable experience in Design & Build construction. Overseeing a team of engineers and detailers, he takes a hands-on approach ensuring the projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Neil has a broad experience covering design in concrete, steel, masonry and timber. His specialism is in reinforced concrete design.
In 1985, Ralf completed his Engineering Diploma in Zurich, Switzerland, whilst working as a civil and structural technician. He moved to Northern Ireland in 1993 where he worked at two separate structural engineering consultancies before joining MCR in 2008. Being the first qualified CADs RC user in Northern Ireland, in 1993, Ralf has gone on to be an expert RC detailer. Ralf specialises in Reinforced Concrete detailing but still keeps his hand in other aspects of the detailing world. Having trained in BIM, Ralf carries out 3d modelling of complex multi-storey structures as well making use of Civils 3D and Autotrack.
Seamus joined MCR in 2016 and became a director in 2017. With over 20 years' experience in the construction industry, he has gained valuable experience on site, in the design office and in the public sector.
After graduating from Queens University, Seamus joined a large Northern Ireland based Construction company, working as a site engineer. From there he went on to work at a number of structural consultancies, where his on-site experience enabled him to see the necessity for lean and buildable designs. During his time he was heavily involved in projects ranging from education work to restoration to healthcare. He has considerable experience working on both the client team and also D&B teams.
He then joined the Central Procurement Directorate, for 7 years within the structural engineering branch, where he gained valuable experience on historic buildings including the restoration of Crumlin Road gaol and Ebrington barracks and also extensive refurbishments works to Carrickfergus Castle. He also gained experience in public procurement and project management.
Seamus has brought this multi-sectored experience to MCR and has been involved with bid management as well as leading large inhouse projects and overseeing project design.
Sean is a senior technician with nearly 30 years' industry experience. Studying part time he obtained his HNC in 1997. Sean has always been keen to keep abreast with advances in software development with a recent focus on the likes of BIM modelling and Civils 3D. He is now conversant with modelling to BIM level 2.
Sean has developed his structural and civil detailing knowledge having worked at a range of structural engineering consultancies. He then joined MCR in 2016 bringing with him his wealth of experience.
Sinead joined MCR in 2018 and ensures the smooth day to day running of the office. She takes a hands-on role in the marketing of MCR using platforms such as LinkedIn, Twitter and the company website.
Sinead is also responsible for maintaining and auditing the company Quality Management System.