WALSH - Key Persons
"Money can't buy you happiness, but it can buy you things that make you happy!... Money Makes the World go Around which is why I love being an accountant."
‘Engineering allows me to understand how large structures work, and to help shape the world and how we live'
"At school I loved problem solving and I worked with my Dad on building sites from the age of 12, so to me, Civil Engineering is a much-loved hobby that has grown into an exciting career."
"Being a structural engineer I can see, and am proud of, the positive impact I have on the built environment."
"I was always interested in Architecture and enjoyed technical drawing, especially now with the impressive advancement of computer software."
"Our people are our biggest asset at Walsh, which is why I love managing the whole employee lifecycle, ensuring employee wellness, implementing clear and transparent policies and procedures, and ultimately being able to support each employee throughout their careers at Walsh."
"For me, engineering is about improving the world by designing better structures. When I see the end product that can be touched and experienced, I feel a great sense of achievement and pride."
"At the end of each project I want the client to say they're pleased they had Walsh on their design team and they want us on their next job."
Ian Welsh - Managing Director
Job Titles:
- Director
- Managing Director
"I am very proud of our company's approach, attitude and commitment to achieving excellence on all of our projects."
"I love that my designs have a visual presence in the world around me - the drainage systems, roads and levels I work on create our everyday landscape and I'm proud of that."
"At the end of a project, I take pride in looking back and considering the hard work and collaborative effort that has turned a concept sketch into reality, and a new addition to the built environment."
"My love of problem solving and being creative is what led me to a career in engineering. I derive great satisfaction from witnessing my projects become reality, & enjoy working with & mentoring some great talents along the way!".
"Managing the administration function at Walsh means I get to experience real variety in my role, which lends itself well to my diverse interests and professional experience. Working with multiple teams and individuals in the business is a real pleasure - as one of the best things about working at Walsh is the people."
"Its wonderful being able to draw on all my experience at Walsh to resolve technical challenges and there is no better feeling than being able to resolve them before they become a problem."
"I am proud to be able to bring all of my experience and expertise to each project, to help deliver designs which are buildable, sustainable and economical whilst remaining true to the client's design brief"
"Growing up, I always liked the creative side of building design but I also enjoy maths, so I think Structural Engineering has the perfect balance."
"I enjoy problem solving and get satisfaction from seeing the solution built as something tangible, especially when it combines function and form."
Peyrouz Modarres - Director "I think success is based not only on achieving great results but also making and maintaining great relationships." Part of the Team Since: 2001 (3 year sabbatical in New York 2005-2008) Qualifications: MEng CEng FIStructE FICE ACGI Landmark Projects: Aldgate Place, Camden Lock Village, The Stage Email: Peyrouz.Modarres@walsh.co.uk
"The London skyline inspires me as there is so much diversity, history and potential. Helping to shape this gives me great satisfaction."
"I'm proud of our achievements so far & I look forward to seeing the influence we will have on the skyline and infrastructure of London & many other great cities in years to come."
"Having worked in many places on a variety of structurally and geotechnically challenging projects, I enjoy bringing the ideas and techniques I learnt and witnessed overseas to UK projects."
"Working at Walsh has given me the chance to evolve and advance my skills; I remain excited about the new and upcoming challenges my team and I have the chance to learn and grow from"
Peyrouz Modarres - Director "I think success is based not only on achieving great results but also making and maintaining great relationships." Part of the Team Since: 2001 (3 year sabbatical in New York 2005-2008) Qualifications: MEng CEng FIStructE FICE ACGI Landmark Projects: Aldgate Place, Camden Lock Village, The Stage Email: Peyrouz.Modarres@walsh.co.uk
"Having been involved in structural engineering since the beginning of my career, I am grateful to have found myself in an industry where there is always something new to experience and learn."