Our social media followers may have noticed a theme lately: Stancold is expanding. We are taking on more exciting projects and branching out into new sectors, so we are bringing in new team members to broaden our capabilities! Following the introduction of Group Design Manager Paul Steffens, we’re excited to welcome his design colleague, Design Technician Yasser Gebril.
Yasser’s path into design began at Cardiff Metropolitan University, where he completed a degree in Architectural Design and Technology in 2013. Originally from Egypt, he moved to Cardiff specifically for his studies. Adjusting to a new language was a challenge at first, but he pushed through and successfully earned his degree.
After university, Yasser spent a few years back in Egypt but returned to Cardiff in 2016, where he worked as a Housing Officer for Cardiff City Council. His role involved assisting people in applying for housing and finding suitable accommodation. It was in that role that he honed his customer service skills, which translate into the client-facing part of his role at Stancold.
‘In that role I really learned how to put the customers first, even if they were angry or frustrated when I spoke to them,’ Yasser remembers. ‘Being patient and managing expectations translates directly into construction.’
After two years with Cardiff City Council, Yasser moved into the construction sector. He took on a role as designer for brick fabrication and later worked in modular construction, producing construction drawings for large projects in the healthcare and education sectors.
‘You’d be surprised by how many hidden considerations go into designing an education facility,’ Yasser says, ‘I learned a lot over the course of that role.’
When he was ready for a new challenge in the construction industry, Yasser made the jump to Stancold. As with any role in specialist construction, it was a bit of a learning curve, but Yasser adapted quickly.
‘A major part of my learning was collaborating with the team at Stancold,’ says Yasser. ‘I also spent time studying past project designs to really understand the full process.’
Outside of work, Yasser enjoys a bit of sport, specifically supporting Manchester United!
‘Man United really reminds me of my favourite football club from Egypt, Al Ahly,’ says Yasser, ‘so they were easy to support when I moved to the UK.’
We’re excited to welcome Yasser to Stancold. His skills and dedication are a great addition, and we look forward to seeing his continued success.
