Andrew Gardiner
About Andrew Gardiner
Andrew Gardiner is an Associate Director at Arup with over 24 years of experience in fire safety engineering consultancy.
Company
Andrew Gardiner currently works at Arup Associates, a multidisciplinary design and engineering consulting firm. Having a significant role since 1988, he serves as an Associate Director and Fire Safety Engineer. He has also had notable tenures at Ove Arup & Partners, where he was a Fire Safety Engineer and part of the pioneering fire engineering team established by Margaret Law.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Gardiner holds a BSc (Hons) in Chemical Engineering and completed a PhD research project on the interaction between sprinklers, smoke, and ventilation. He is well-regarded in the field as one of the first fire engineers nominated as a Chartered Engineer by the Institution of Fire Engineers. His expertise spans over 24 years in fire safety engineering consultancy.
Roles and Responsibilities
At Arup Associates, Andrew Gardiner is responsible for leading statutory negotiations and advising on Building Regulation applications. He implements the Arup Management System, focusing on Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety aspects. Additionally, he chairs all multi-discipline design reviews and the group responsible for resourcing projects. He is also a Safe by Design CDM auditor and an affiliate member of the UK National Register for Access Consultants.
Significant Contributions
Andrew Gardiner has made significant contributions to Arup Fire, establishing its Copenhagen office and aiding in the development of the firm's disability access consulting service. His work in fire safety engineering has been influential, stemming from his foundational role in the team at Ove Arup & Partners.
Career Background
Andrew Gardiner began his career at Ove Arup & Partners in 1988, where he worked as a Fire Safety Engineer for 16 years. He later transitioned to Arup Associates and has been with the firm since, currently holding the position of Associate Director. His career has been marked by his involvement in key projects and leadership in fire safety engineering.