Tim joined Diales in September 2024, and we took the opportunity to get to know more about him in this article.
Q-1 What is your role at Diales?
I am a Technical Director, and a Construction Management, Project Management, and Delay Expert Witness.
Q-2 Who has been the greatest influence on your career?
Having worked with a number of great people in my career, it would be unfair for me to single anyone out in particular. However, I was lucky to have been taught the principles of engineering, temporary works, and quality control by an engineering manager early on in my career. He would always take the time to explain 'why' things were done and impress upon me the importance of accuracy in construction. These foundations continue to serve me well to this day!
I realised the importance of effective leadership and mentoring from my project director on the same project. It was remarkable watching this individual orchestrate the delivery of a major project, whilst under intense scrutiny, yet still giving up his own time to pass on his knowledge and experience to younger people like me.
He showed me that you’re never too busy to take time out to guide and assist the next generation in your business.
I will be forever grateful to them both for the guidance and support they offered me during my early years in the industry.
Q-3 What has been the best moment of your career?
Undoubtedly being part of a project team that delivered a major healthcare project in the UK ahead of time and on budget. It was fantastic to see the work of all the stakeholders involved in the project being turned into a world-class facility that continues to benefit society to this day, and improve patient outcomes.
The project was, and always will be, a great reminder that people can achieve more when working together, than as a group of individuals.
Q-4 What makes you tick?
I am motivated by the sense of satisfaction that comes from solving complex problems. I enjoy taking the time to articulate my findings in such a way that they are understood clearly by others.
Another key driver for me personally is helping others to grow and improve. I enjoy supporting colleagues on their professional journeys, such as obtaining their charterships and gaining practical experience of construction projects.
Q-5 Tell us a little-known fact about you.
My dog was excluded from a prestigious gundog school on his first day. I am sure that if you asked him for a little-known fact about me, it wouldn’t be suitable for print!
Q-6 What are you looking forward to in your role at Diales?
I am looking forward to working with an established, market-leading team of experts and growing the business’ market offering. Diales is well positioned to advise our clients on matters across the lifecycle of a project and our global footprint means that we can bring practical solutions, underpinned by local market knowledge.
This article was originally featured in issue 28 of the Diales Digest. You can view the publication here: www.diales.com/diales-digest-issue-28
Do not hesitate to reach out to Tim if you have any PM, CM, or delay enquiries. He will be happy to have an informal chat with you. tim.baillie@diales.com.