Shane Collins
About Shane Collins
Shane Collins is an Associate at Arup in Cork, Ireland, with extensive experience in engineering and project management across various sectors and regions.
Current Role at Arup
Shane Collins is currently serving as an Associate at Arup in Cork, Ireland since 2020. In his role, he is responsible for various aspects of project and team management, focusing on delivering high-value outcomes by incorporating lean principles into project management.
Previous Experience at Arup
Shane Collins has a long-standing career with Arup, having held multiple positions over the years. Between 2015 and 2020, he was a Senior Engineer in Cork, contributing to several key projects. Prior to that, from 2014 to 2015, he served as a Senior Project Manager | Commercial Manager in Singapore. His initial tenure at Arup began in 2010, where he worked as a Senior Engineer for four years.
Early Career
Shane Collins began his career as a Bridge Engineer at Atkins, where he worked from 2007 to 2010. He also gained early experience as a Student Engineer at Roadbridge Ltd for three months in 2006, providing him with a strong foundation in engineering principles.
Educational Background
Shane Collins has a diverse educational background. He holds a Masters in Business/Managerial Economics from Imperial College Business School, completed in 2019. He also earned a Diploma in Project Management from the University of New England (AU) in 2012. Additionally, he has a Bachelor's degree (B.Eng Hons) in Structural Engineering from Cork Institute of Technology, obtained in 2007, and a Leaving Certificate from Christian Brothers College, completed in 2003.
Notable Projects and Achievements
Shane Collins has managed projects in various sectors, including Manufacturing, Food, Pharmaceutical, and Commercial Buildings, as well as Highway and Rail projects across Australia, South East Asia, and Ireland. A notable accomplishment is his responsibility for delivering Arup's award-winning Cork office at 1 Albert Quay. He also worked with Bjork to design a reverb chamber for her Cornucopia tour.