Edilson Gustavo Paez

Experience

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  Siemens

  Apr 2008 - Oct 2008

  Intern Technical Support.

  • Assisted in the implementation and technical support of maintenance projects of Bavaria S.A to ensure adherence to action timelines.• Prepared and analyzed budgets and tenders• Provided technical and commercial support to clients

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  FTC Energy Group S.A.

  Nov 2008 - Mar 2012

  Project Engineer.

  Main achievements: Executed and closed successfully the C&C Energy project for a value of US 1.3 million, Fulfilling end exceeding the client expectations.• Managed technical and commercial development of quotes, customer support and closing sales.• Acted as the principal interface between the project team and customers.• Managed all phases of multiple projects at the same time, including project planning/execution, engineering, construction, to pre-commissioning.• Controlled and monitored the project progress in terms of budget, schedule, execution, potential risks and timely completion by using Microsoft Project.• Managed assigned projects measuring and reporting keys performance indicators and forwarding information to internal and external stakeholders for discussion.• Developed budgets, schedules, data capture and reports projects in a timely manner so that these were discussed in financial meetings and project reviews.• Created, managed, and controlled the scope of work, schedule, budget, and execution for the assigned projects. Show less

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  Ftc Energy Group

  Mar 2012 - Sept 2014

  Planning and Development of Engineering Projects Manager

  Main achievements: Improved engineering progress as the result of implementing effective control changes. Reduced conflicts with the client, due to adequate management of change based on effective leadership and strict operational control.• Led engineering design on automation, power generation, and distribution projects from the conception stage through construction.• Developed the applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, procedures and standards in engineering, procurement, construction and operation.• Controlled and directed contractors, budget management, work proposals and coordinated the acquisition of materials and supplies.• Oversaw the development of project budgets, schedules, data capture and reports in a timely manner so that these were discussed in financial meetings and project reviews.• Ensured the projects were under control and performed status reports weekly and monthly (S curve, KPIs) to senior management. • Planned, coordinated and controlled the execution of power generation, distribution and automation projects for a portafolio value of the US $ 3 million annually. Show less

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  WEG Colombia S.A.S.

  Sept 2014 - Sept 2018

  Project Planning and Control Manager.

  Main achievements: Adjusted and redesigned the Project Management Processes, including integration with the engineering, procurement and quality processes. This reduced by 20% the delivery time of the projects, streamlined Project Management Process, and making it more reliable.• Developed Project Management and Operation Control System including planning, documents and reports, management of changes, quality control and risk analysis. • Participated in the creation of internal strategies for the products development and organizational initiatives through analyzing data to identify best practices and to generate project improvements.• Managed and coordinated the project team and subcontractors to ensure safe, cost-effective, efficient and timely completion of projects in order to meet and/or exceed client expectations.• Led the project portfolio and defined the roles and deliverables for all team members.• Monitored and documented the project portfolio progress in terms of budget, schedule, potential risks and required action plans.• Supervised and provided technical support and developed on-going coaching for junior and senior personnel to become prepared to take on additional roles and responsibilities.• Made sure the projects portfolio under my responsibility comply with the company’s standards for in their scope, cost, timeframe, and overall result metrics. Handled a portfolio value of US 5 million per year. Show less

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  Bacatá Energy

  Sept 2018 - now

  Project Management Consultant

  • Consulted and analyzed projects feasibilities for manufacturing companies of electromechanical equipment and renewable energy industries• Consulted and advised on the organizational strategies and management of renewable energy projects at Bacatá Energy S.A.S.• Developed a feasibility study and investment project for the implementation of a new manufacturing line in Thermochill S.A., Bogotá.• Consulted and advised on the processes and procedures for the project management team in the automation department at at WEG Colombia S.A.S, Bogotá. Show less