1. Cameron James McGregor, MASc, CEng
359 Berkeley St, Toronto, ON M5A 2X6
+1 647 716 4266, cameronmcgregor1729@gmail.com
OVERVIEW
A resourceful and adaptable individual with a broad range of skills in the Engineering sector specializing in Fire
Protection and Systems Engineering including Project and Personnel Management. Complementing these key skills,
I have an excellent command of technical engineering theory complemented by extensive practical experience with
numerous construction, mechanical, and electrical systems. I am a dedicated individual with an attention to detail
and a proven track record of delivering leadership and results in challenging, dynamic and unique environments.
KEY SKILLS
 Engineering Management
– Engineering technical – Operated, maintained and managed high value and complex mechanical
and electrical systems including conduct of numerous technical investigations.
– Leadership and Personnel – Lead teams and working groups to achieve short and long term
project objectives often involving multidisciplinary groups, and collaboration with other external
organizations.
– Consulting and Code Compliance – Extensive experience using codes, standards and
regulations in advisory and consulting roles to provide guidance on legislative compliance for
defining project requirements and conducting design and development reviews, including the
development of suitable alternatives to meet compliance objectives.
– Fire Protection –Progressively developed experience with fire protection systems and procedures
including design, selection, modification, operation, maintenance, testing, hazard analysis and
investigation of performance requirements. Experience with sprinkler and fire alarm system design
and exposure to various other systems including gaseous, foam, powder etc. used in building,
compartment, and external applications.
 Project Engineering - Lead projects through all steps from concept development to implementation.
– Project Administration – Effective at developing, coordinating and managing project
documentation including proposals, user requirements, RFQ, RFT, tender evaluations, progress
reports, contracts, budgeting, forecasts, and closeouts.
– Budgetary Control – Effectively forecasted and managed budgets to meet project requirements,
often under tight time and quality constraints.
– Communication – Effective at using varied methods to manage the delivery of information in a
timely and appropriate manner to ensure expectations are aligned with project feasibility and
progress. Developed and delivered presentations and training packages focused on engineering
systems, safety, and emergency planning, often tailored to specific audiences.
– Contract Management – Developed, drafted, negotiated and managed contracts throughout
project lifecycles. Use close working relationships with legislative authorities, designers and
contractors to meet project objectives.
 Research
– Experience in small and large scale research including code analysis and historical trend
identification and high level technical research.
– Completed MASc in Fire Safety Engineering related to fire performance of construction materials,
presented at InterFlam 2013, and published in Fire Technology journal.
FORMAL EDUCATION
 MASc (Fire Safety Engineering) - Carleton University - Ottawa, Canada
 Systems Engineering and Management (Marine) – Royal Navy - HMS Sultan
 BEng (Mechanical)(Honors) – University of Auckland, NZ
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
 IMarEST (CEng/CMarEng)(UK)
 APEGA (pending application for PEng)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Organization: Sereca Larden Muniak Consulting –Toronto, Canada – Jul 13 - Present
Fire Protection Consultant
Responsible for providing Fire and Building Code consultancy services including Fire Protection and System
Design and Assessment Services, Code Compliance Services, Material Assessments, Alternative Solutions, Fire
Safety Plans, Fire Safety Training and Drills. During this term I have contributed to business development with new
revenue streams, streamlining of existing processes, and have hired and trained new staff. Worked daily with
NBCC, NFC, NFPA, OBC, OFC, TSSA, ULC, CSA, and other codes and standards as required.

2. 2
Organization: Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd – Chalk River, Canada – Jun 2013 to Jul 2013
Fire Protection Specialist
Responsible for conducting Fire Hazard Analyses of new and existing buildings, including operations involving
radiological materials, by conducting risk and performance based analysis and using fire modelling.
Organization: Carleton University – Ottawa, Canada – Sept 2010 to Dec 2012
Research Assistant
 Conducted full-scale fire tests of heavy timber construction as part of NEWBuildS research Network.
 Responsible for design, measurement, testing, data analysis, and reporting.
 Presented results at INTERFLAM conference in London, UK in Jun 13. Thesis available on request.
Organization: Royal New Zealand Navy - Jan 1996 to Jun 2010
Worked in many positions with the Navy gaining experience in a wide range of engineering and management
disciplines to undertake the roles of Naval Officer and Marine Engineer able to react quickly when leading teams in
dynamic environments whilst maintaining on-going standards over a wide range of equipment and systems.
Most recent roles:
Maintenance Planning/Development Officer, Auckland NZ – Jul 2009 to Jun 2010
 Managed team of 4-6 senior technicians conducting maintenance instruction reviews and complex work
specification packages.
 Maintained project plan for major fleet maintenance periods for 13+ platforms projects out to 5 years
including co-ordinating staff and databases of various organisations for planning meeting activities
 Managed conduct of maintenance audits, generation of reports for KPI’s and provided ad-hoc and on-going
training for users of proprietary software.
Engineering Officer - HMNZS Otago (In-Build) – Melbourne, Australia – Jul 2007 to Jul 2009
 Stationed in shipyard during build as customer engineer during construction and verification and
acceptance process including contractor sea trials period.
 Lead extensive review of documentation and witnessing of engineering trials on >100 mechanical and
electrical systems utilising both staff and own technical skills.
 Conducted detailed technical design reviews and analysis of plant performance.
 Effectively managed relationships with multiple organisations and service providers on daily basis.
 Management of all aspects of ships engineering including availability, maintenance, administrative setup
and execution for new department leading a department of 10 technicians as a sole charge engineer.
 Worked with leadership and other departmental heads to develop guidelines for safety, emergency
response, appropriate staffing levels and responsibilities and potential future requirements.
 Developed computer tools for information management and analysis of systems operational data.
Deputy Director Platform System Requirements - Naval Headquarters – Wellington, NZ – Jan 05 to Jul 07
 Drove policy reviews and changes as sitting member on policy and working committees.
 Project Engineering responsibilities for mechanical and fire protection related systems across naval fleet.
Responsible for review of existing policy, equipment and operations to address introduction of new
commercial fleet of vessels into military, primarily related to safety and fire protection.
 Investigated new technologies through multiple resources, international networks and relationships.
 Progressed projects through all phases from conception through closeout. Project management
administration through defined organisational process using SAP and MS Access based software.
 Increased personnel and ship safety through introduction of new fire fighting equipment and operating
procedures including re-training of >1000 personnel.
Marine Engineering Officer (Under Training) - HMNZS Te Mana (Frigate), NZ – Jan 01 to Jan 04
 Attained Naval qualification for sole charge role of Marine Engineer on naval ships with up to 30 staff.
 Developed extensive practical and maintenance experience with mechanical and electrical marine systems
including extensive technical investigations and operating in unique environments when deployed.
 Managed planning and conduct of short and extended term maintenance periods in concert with fleet
support units, strategic partner groups, and local agents when deployed
CONTINUED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
I am continuously developing my knowledge through formal and informal learning in broad range of engineering,
science and other areas of current interest. Throughout my career I have routinely attended courses for professional
development in a range of areas with the most recent including:
 Occupational Health and Safety
 Pre-Start Health and Safety
reviews for Industrial
Establishments
 Sprinkler Design
 Change Management
 Project Management
 Capability Procurement
 Tender Evaluation
 Joint service operational planning
 Maritime strategy

3. PERSONAL
I am an outgoing and social individual that is passionate about performing in all aspects of my life. I spend my free
time on outdoor pursuits, travel, personal development, and helping others to experience new things.
REFERENCES
George Hadjisophocleous
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Carleton University
george_hadjisophocleous@carleton.ca
+1 613 520 2600 x 5801
Captain David Gibbs
Currently attached NZ Consulate Washington
Previous Role: Director of Programme Delivery
Royal New Zealand Navy
Wellington, New Zealand
david.gibbs@nzdf.mil.nz
+1-703-629-0172.
Mr Andrew Watts
Director, Operation Neptune
Royal New Zealand Navy
Auckland 0624, New Zealand
andrew.watts@nzdf.mil.nz
Additional Referees available on request