I am a hardworking, sociable, affable and diligent person with attention to detail across my complete skill set. I enjoy interacting with clients and their multi-level project sponsors. I listen, observe, ask questions and take notes, but I also turn initial thoughts around to reveal what they truly need, even if they don’t yet realise it. With a background spanning Mechanical Engineering, design for commercial and retail spaces and libraries predominantly children's areas, and hands-on experience with measured surveys, 3D visuals, and cost-conscious manufacturing, I consistently deliver practical, buildable designs that meet budgets and schedules. I build strong relationships with clients, project sponsors and teams, guiding them from brief through concept, design development and delivery.

Paul Hocking

I am a hardworking, sociable, affable and diligent person with attention to detail across my complete skill set. I enjoy interacting with clients and their multi-level project sponsors. I listen, observe, ask questions and take notes, but I also turn initial thoughts around to reveal what they truly need, even if they don’t yet realise it. With a background spanning Mechanical Engineering, design for commercial and retail spaces and libraries predominantly children's areas, and hands-on experience with measured surveys, 3D visuals, and cost-conscious manufacturing, I consistently deliver practical, buildable designs that meet budgets and schedules. I build strong relationships with clients, project sponsors and teams, guiding them from brief through concept, design development and delivery.

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I am a hardworking, sociable, affable and diligent person with attention to detail across my complete skill set. I enjoy interacting with clients and their multi-level project sponsors. I listen, observe, ask questions and take notes, but I also turn initial thoughts around to reveal what they truly need, even if they don’t yet realise it.

With a background spanning Mechanical Engineering, design for commercial and retail spaces and libraries predominantly children’s areas, and hands-on experience with measured surveys, 3D visuals, and cost-conscious manufacturing, I consistently deliver practical, buildable designs that meet budgets and schedules. I build strong relationships with clients, project sponsors and teams, guiding them from brief through concept, design development and delivery.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sole Trader at Self-employed
May 1, 2015 - Present
Measured surveys of retail units and drafting existing and proposed shop layouts for shopfitters; designing fixtures and POS; drafting RCP, electrical and fit-out layouts; drafting shopfront layouts and applying for Advertising Consent with relevant authorities.
Design Technician at Linroc Limited
November 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Designing tapered insulation solutions for flat roofs to meet specified U-values, including routing around obstructions. Conducted U-value calculations, prepared material take-offs and costs, and maintained knowledge of BS 6229. Performed site surveys on new or refurbed construction sites and completed Condensation Risk Analyses.
Director at Virtual Drawing Solutions
December 1, 2007 - May 1, 2025
Implemented space planning for commercial premises, managed briefs from clients and sponsors, drafted space plans and elevations, designed specialist areas, sourced/design furniture and finishes, and produced 3D visuals and CAD drawings. Built strong client relationships, provided design resources, and led regular client meetings to discuss requirements, budgeting, and delivery.
Workspace Designer and Space Planner at Nationwide Building Society
June 1, 1995 - November 1, 2007
Designed workspace solutions for commercial and retail spaces, including major offices and flagship branches. Led space planning after multi-level consultations and focus groups, created visuals/CGI videos to illustrate concepts, and supported unitry design and POS fixture development.
Mechanical Design Engineer at Henkel Ecolab
August 1, 1987 - May 1, 1995
Designed, drafted and helped commission CIP systems for large food and beverage plants and breweries; contributed to the development of the XL microprocessor for CIP systems and the Sentry monitoring unit.
Mechanical Design Engineer at T.D. Williamson
June 1, 1985 - July 1, 1987
Designed and drafted mechanical pipeline cleaning solutions for the oil and gas industries worldwide.
Mechanical R&D Engineer at Deloro Stellite
June 1, 1984 - May 1, 1985
Designed and developed mechanical solutions for welding and foundry challenges.
Apprentice Mechanical Engineer at Deloro Stellite
June 1, 1979 - May 1, 1984
Apprenticeship leading toward HND in mechanical engineering.

Education

HND Mechanical Engineering at Swindon College
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026
Further Adult Education Teaching Certificate (FAETC 730 Stage2) at Swindon College
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026

Qualifications

Further Adult Education Teaching Certificate (FAETC 730 Stage2)
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026
HND Mechanical Engineering
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Professional Services, Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment