David Gibbons
About David Gibbons
David Gibbons is a Project Manager at Arup with extensive experience in project controls and engineering, and a background in civil engineering and software development.
Current Role at Arup
David Gibbons is a Project Manager at Arup, where he has been working since 2021. In this role, David is responsible for overseeing various projects and ensuring they meet their deadlines and budget requirements. His role involves coordinating with different stakeholders, managing project timelines, and implementing process improvement measures to increase efficiencies.
Previous Experience at Coffey Construction
David Gibbons held several positions at Coffey Construction. As a Senior Project Controls Engineer from 2017 to 2021 in Athenry, Co Galway, he managed project schedules and controls. Prior to that, he worked as a Bid Management Engineer from 2016 to 2017 in Athenry, overseeing bid preparation and management. He began his tenure at Coffey Construction as a Project Engineer from 2013 to 2016 in Enfield, Co. Meath, where he was responsible for project execution and engineering tasks.
Education and Academic Background
David Gibbons studied at Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, where he obtained a Higher Diploma in Software Development in 2019. Earlier, he completed his Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Civil Engineering at the National University of Ireland, Galway, graduating in 2013. His strong educational background has equipped him with the technical skills and knowledge needed for his various engineering and project management roles.
Skills and Technical Proficiency
David Gibbons possesses excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Excel, MS Project, and several programming languages. His technological proficiencies enable him to effectively manage large-scale infrastructural projects and implement process improvement measures that boost efficiency. David's strong critical thinking and attention to detail have been instrumental in his ability to operate efficiently under pressure.