Andrew Robertson
About Andrew Robertson
Andrew Robertson is the Head of Project Management at Belcan, where he has worked since 2023. He holds a Master of Engineering and a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Strathclyde and has extensive experience in project management and engineering roles across various companies.
Work at Belcan
Andrew Robertson currently serves as the Head of Project Management at Belcan, a position he has held since 2023 in the Greater Glasgow Area. His previous roles at Belcan include Head of Programmes - Marine from 2021 to 2023, Engineering Manager from 2014 to 2020, Technical Project Manager from 2020 to 2021, and Fluids Team Leader from 2012 to 2014. Throughout his tenure, he has contributed to various projects and initiatives, leveraging his extensive experience in project management and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Robertson studied at the University of Strathclyde, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) from 1999 to 2004 and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and project management. His expertise includes developing project management tools, optimizing operational risk through statistical analysis, and managing large teams across multiple locations.
Background
Before joining Belcan, Andrew Robertson worked at Arup as an Analysis Engineer from 2004 to 2005. He also held various positions at Doosan Power Systems, including CFD Engineer from 2009 to 2011 and Team Leader - Simulation Methods from 2011 to 2012. His diverse experience in engineering roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of technical and managerial aspects within the engineering sector.
Achievements
Andrew Robertson has successfully scaled a department for outsourced engineering analysis from inception to over 65 personnel across multiple international locations. He delivered a new 16,000 sq.ft. office on-time and on-budget during a pandemic, managing operational logistics effectively. Additionally, he developed the first numerical solver to computationally model Rain-Wind Induced Vibration and designed a financial suite to enhance real-time commercial leverage using business intelligence.
Professional Development Initiatives
Andrew Robertson has secured external funding to support personnel development while maintaining core commercial responsibilities. His commitment to professional development reflects his understanding of the importance of continuous learning and growth within the engineering field.