5 minutes with Thanh Ha
After Tet holidays and everyone gets back to work already, we would like to introduce to you Thanh Ha – Structure Manager is one of those who has been working at Atlas for the longest time. Ha will share with us what is like to work here for a long time and how a perfect day should be.
How long have you been at Atlas?
I have been working for Atlas for almost 17 years.
What were you doing before you discovered Atlas?
I worked at M&C Corporation as a structural engineer.
What brings you to Atlas?
I searched on the internet and found that Atlas is a large outsourcing company, with a professional working environment.
What’s the focus of your role?
I am a structural engineering manager. I usually manage a team of around 10 staff working on 2-3 projects at the same time. I discuss directly with the client about their requests and assign the proper tasks for each member/senior. I make a program for these projects and ensure we meet the deadlines.
What makes you happy about working at Atlas?
The friendly working environment. All the team are willing to support, share knowledge, and to help each other complete the work effectively.
Can you describe a typical day?
First task in the day is to read all the emails and prioritize the workflow
Assign the task to the seniors/teams- arrange the internal meeting if necessary
Arrange a meeting with clients/ Third parties
Check the status of work to the program/deadline
Ensure all the staffs work effectively
Review the monthly invoicing
Doing the estimation for the coming proposals…
What (if anything) surprised you about Atlas?
Atlas always welcomes back former workers. Their additional experience brings valuable skills and productivity for our company.
What is the most interesting project that you have been working on so far?
Hong Kong Airport, Gate 219 to be modeled from Point cloud data to create a digital twin of the facility.
What advice would you pass to someone entering the industry?
In the construction industry deadlines are really important, you must be willing to work late/under pressure.
Show your willingness to learn (from colleagues, clients, self-learning…) can be effective for proving to employers that you are motivated to take on new challenges and develop in your role.
How do you spend your spare time?
I usually enjoy reading a book to learn something every day.
What’s your idea of a perfect day?
To me, a perfect day should be a day that you bring value to someone.
With children, they have something to learn from me and feeling happy every moment we are together.
With family, we see the smiles and the happiness when we arrive back home. We leave all the stresses behind us.
With work, achieving most of the daily plan is important and satisfying.
I have something positive to share with other people that I meet each day.
Tell me one thing your colleagues don’t know about you (yet?)
I can share with people how to be more healthy/young/nice.
Thank you for taking the time to speak with us Ha!
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This September, we had the privilege to participate in three major international events: sponsoring and speaking at BILT ANZ 2024 in Melbourne, sponsoring and attending the International Built Environment Week (IBEW) in Singapore, and speaking and attending the BIM Coordinators Summit in Dublin. These experiences not only reinforce our commitment to staying at the forefront of digital technology and innovation in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry but also allowed us to connect with professionals and thought.
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Our Digital Director, David Llorente gave a talk about Atlas’ innovative, flexible and successful approach to developing customised modular Revit add-ins to suit our teams and clients’ projects. The response from the audience was overwhelmingly positive, and we are excited to continue exploring opportunities to collaborate with industry leaders we met at the event.
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As Merit Sponsor, we welcomed members of our team to Singapore, including Director of Engineering Dr Kim Khoa, Architectural Director, Matt Parkes from our Vietnam headquarters, and head of our Manila operation, Donato Gallemit.
Upon attending the event, Dr Kim Khoa said, “the event underscored our dedication to supporting our clients in navigating an evolving industry, marked by climate change and shifting socio-economic landscapes, particularly through the use of BIM and digital technologies for the AEC sector.”
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We were honoured to be part of the BIM Coordinators Summit in Dublin, where Digital Director, David Llorente talked about the possibilities of automation and how it can drive efficiency on projects. David also joined the Technology Stage to discuss various topics related to the application of technology in BIM projects and its potential evolution in the coming years.
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Looking Forward
These events represent just a few of the ways we are continuously investing in our knowledge, expertise, and relationships within the AEC industry. We are committed to fostering global collaboration, pushing the boundaries of digital technology and innovation, and delivering high-quality services to our clients worldwide.
We want to thank everyone we met at BILT ANZ, IBEW, and the BIM Coordinators Summit, and we look forward to continuing the conversations and collaborations started at these events.
In the unprecedented era of digital transformation, the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry is facing a critical challenge - the shortage of skilled labor and significant skills gap, especially in the adoption of advanced software and digital technologies. Since 2008 Atlas has been certified as an Autodesk Authorized Training Center (ATC), and this authorization was just renewed in April 2024, which is a proactive step taken by Atlas to ensure that the skills of our team always meet global standards and the stringent requirements of our clients.
Addressing the Skills Gap
The digital transformation journey of the AEC industry has been marked by the widespread adoption of CAD software, BIM, project management tools, and other innovative technologies. Yet, many professionals in the industry struggle to effectively utilize these digital tools, due to the lack of necessary skills and expertise.
As an Autodesk Authorized Training Center, Atlas bridges this skills gap and empowers our in-house team and our client’s teams with the knowledge and capability needed to maximize efficiency and productivity. Through in-house training programs and specialized certifications, Atlas provides comprehensive guidance on Autodesk software, including AutoCAD, BIM and other essential software.
Trusted Partner
As a long-standing partner of many leading global design consulting firms, Atlas consistently provides clients with experienced teams capable of executing large-scale projects and the necessary skills to ensure a smooth information exchange and collaboration process.
"As an Autodesk Authorized Training Center, Atlas Industries has access to the latest industry updates and information from Autodesk. By continuously improving our skills and equipping our teams with the right tools and knowledge, we are ready to drive innovation and help our clients in achieving their business goals, maximizing their capabilities and their ROI". David Llorente - Atlas’ Digital Director said.
To learn more about our Autodesk Authorized Training Centre please contact: david.llorente@atlasindustries.com
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