Project Case Study 2
SCX Special Projects –
Engineering Leader
Project Overview
Role
Scope
Key Value
Status
Engineering Leader
To stabilise delivery across a large portfolio of nuclear and defence projects, many without dedicated project teams or consistent delivery controls.
Engineering Lead responsible for technical leadership, resourcing, quality, and delivery performance.
Held the role from 2021 - 2025
Client
Sector
Location
SCX Special Projects,
Part of the Kinetic Solutions Group
Heavy Mechanical Engineering / Nuclear, Defence and Stadia Projects
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Summary
Provided engineering leadership across a large portfolio of nuclear, defence, and stadia engineering projects within SCX Special Projects.
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Daniel led a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for projects operating without dedicated projects teams, supporting delivery from early concept through design, manufacture, testing, and installation.
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Working alongside project management and manufacturing teams, the role focused on coordinating technical delivery, managing engineering risk, and maintaining quality across multiple complex projects.
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Engineering Department Improvements
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Stabilised delivery across a large portfolio of complex engineering programmes
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Improved coordination between engineering, manufacturing, and project teams
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Maintained consistent technical quality and compliance across multiple projects
Key Contributions
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Led engineering delivery across a portfolio of nuclear, defence and stadia projects running concurrently
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Managed a multidisciplinary engineering team spanning mechanical, EC&I, software, and safety disciplines
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Coordinated engineering delivery alongside project managers and manufacturing teams
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Oversaw technical development from concept through manufacture and installation
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Managed engineering resources, technical risk, and delivery priorities
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Maintained quality assurance and regulatory compliance across projects​
Key Numbers
20-25 Concurrent Projects
22 Engineers Across Multiple Disciplines
7 Project Managers Supported
I worked with Daniel for nearly 3 years during my time as Head of Engineering at KSG (Kinetic Solutions Group). During this time, I worked on a range of projects with Daniel, covering Nuclear, Defence, Stadia, and other entertainment venues. His approach was always extremely thorough and proactive, constantly thriving to deliver for the client in often challenging timeframes.
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At this time, he managed a team of up to 7 multi-discipline engineers. He ensured everyone was clear on their role in the projects and understood the teams’ strengths to ensure the whole design and delivery process was as smooth as possible. He is a great mentor to developing engineers.
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Daniel’s biggest strength is his communication, he is well liked by his team and clients alike, always being honest and clear on the status of the projects. In my time working with him, there was never a problem he didn’t finds a solution for.
Client Testimonial
Thomas Barkworth-Knight (CEng FIMechE)
Head of Engineering
Kinetic Solutions Group