Iain ππ» Sproat
About Iain ππ» Sproat
Iain Sproat is a Platform Engineer with a diverse background in structural engineering and software development. He holds an MBA and an MSc in Computing, and has worked in various roles across multiple domains, including project management and software engineering.
Work at Speckle
Iain Sproat currently serves as a Platform Engineer at Speckle, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on transforming the design processes for buildings and built infrastructure. His work contributes to the development of innovative solutions that enhance project delivery and efficiency within the construction and engineering sectors.
Education and Expertise
Iain Sproat has an extensive educational background. He completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Technology Management at The Open University from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, he earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Computing (Software Engineering) from The Open University between 2014 and 2017. His undergraduate studies culminated in a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Engineering Science from the University of Oxford, which he completed from 2002 to 2006. Additionally, he was a Visiting Student at Stanford University in 2017, where he studied Computer Science.
Background in Structural Engineering
Iain Sproat has a solid foundation in structural engineering and project management. He worked at Ramboll in various capacities, including Structural Design Engineer from 2009 to 2013, Senior Structural Engineer for a brief period in 2013, and Project Manager from 2014 to 2017 in Dubai. His experience in these roles involved delivering complex, high-value projects across multiple domains, enhancing his expertise in both engineering and management.
Experience in Software Engineering
Transitioning to software engineering, Iain Sproat worked as a Software Engineer at Pivotal from 2017 to 2020 and then as a Senior Software Engineer at FORM3 from 2020 to 2022. His experience in software development complements his engineering background, allowing him to bridge the gap between engineering principles and software solutions effectively.