Expertise
Mathew has over 23 years’ experience in the construction industry. He began his career as a design draughtsman and spent the first 12 years working with a primary focus in structural, architectural, mechanical, and temporary works draughting throughout South Africa and London.
Following completion of his Bachelors, he moved into a medium sized consulting engineering firm where he was lead designer for a range of new D&B projects typically within the residential, commercial, and education sectors with total construction costs up to £30m. During this period, he obtained a first-class Masters in Structural engineering.
Mathew joined Gateley Smithers Purslow 3.5 years ago and leads a team in the Southeast region. His current role sees him gaining experience in specific defect surveys and determining failure causality.