Marcos A.
Project Manager

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Bio

With over two decades of experience in project management at various levels including Manager, Senior Manager, and Director, a comprehensive background in both traditional and agile methodologies has been established. This expertise includes handling projects both locally and internationally, throughout Latin America and Asia. Formal education includes certifications from PMI and a Master's degree.

Expertise includes negotiating with both internal and external customers as well as suppliers. This involves clearly articulating project scope, costs, and deadlines to effectively motivate team members and preemptively address potential issues that could jeopardize project goals. Attention to the sponsors' and stakeholders' requirements is paramount, ensuring meticulous planning and control of project management processes. This ensures that all team members and the Project Management Office (PMO) have access to the necessary information and resources, thereby minimizing impacts on critical tasks.

International project assignments include extensive experience in the USA, China, India, Venezuela, Ecuador, El Salvador, and Mexico.

Project Management Specialist
7/1/2021 - Present

Led project management for multiple R&D software projects focusing on mobile, video, and wearable devices, with a specialization in artificial intelligence and neural networks. Utilized Agile methodology and PMBOK best practices to guide project execution. Supported senior management during the annual strategic planning process for new project definitions and change requests, implementing government tax regulations from Suframa and MCTI. Automated, prepared, and presented various reports on a weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly basis. Planned, managed, and controlled human resources allocation, procurement, key milestones, and software engineering audits. Developed strong skills in communication, delivery management, Kanban, Scrum, and data analytics, alongside proficiency in Python programming.
Project / Finance Director
7/1/2018 - Present

Key accomplishments include the successful prospecting, planning, and implementation of photovoltaic energy systems across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Handled general financial planning and control, and forged significant partnerships with key equipment and service providers within the sector. Executed strategic planning initiatives that resulted in the creation of a comprehensive Business Plan, which was instrumental in establishing the company. Enabled fiscal and operational processes while developing digital mechanisms such as a company website and digital marketing campaigns. Obtained equipment distribution credentials through strategic business partnerships, leading to a notable achievement of 300% growth in completed projects by 2019 and reaching financial breakeven in January 2020.

Technical expertise and skills developed include advanced communication, delivery management methodologies like Kanban and Scrum, and proficiency in data analytics. Demonstrated capability in programming with Python, which supported various analytical and operational tasks integral to both project management and strategic business development.