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Carlos Alberto Romo Mancillas

Carlos Alberto Romo Mancillas

Project Manager
Corregidora

Summary

Focused and resourceful project manager with 19 years of experience in leading or coordinating installation and maintenance and/or improvement projects.

Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs

- PMO leader for a construction company for government and private projects, mainly for gas compression stations and airport fuel stations.

- PMP certified (# 1983585) by PMI (member # 9064339) - since Nov 2016 (expiration in Nov 2025).

- Mechanical Field Engineer/Project Manager (Total of +10 years of experience in engineering/field services power generation projects).

- Project Management master's degree by EIGP-Salamanca University, Spain (online) - Class 2018.

- Master's degree in Energy Management and Renewable Sources (MER) by Tec de Monterrey Virtual University (online) - Class 2020.

- Advanced English skills. Writing, reading & oral.

- International working experience in Latin America (Argentina, Ecuador, Chile and Colombia).

- Bachelor's degree in mechanical and administrative engineering (IMA) by Tec de Monterrey, Mexico City - Class 2004.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
4
4
Languages
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Project Manager (PMO Leader)

Constructora Antar - Grupo DNA
Ciudad De Mexico
10.2023 - 5 2024

Project management office initiator, growing organization's structure from traditional vertical administration to project-based matrix organization

  • Project Management duties for construction/supervision projects in ANTAR's portfolio
  • Project management department leader for private and government projects
  • These include planning for scope, costs and schedules based on project contracts and/or public entities requirements
  • Execution of project under well-established quality control system
  • Following and respecting safety and environmental requirements from each customer and international, national and local regulations
  • Develop project plans and schedules for all projects under ANTAR's portfolio
  • Mainly focused on compressor stations project with SOLAR TURBINES
  • Consulting services to other departments and projects for project management activities
  • Project leader for one Supervision government project in Cancun's International Airport fuel station facilities to expand its fuel capacity
  • Supervision for construction of one 7.5-million-liter tank and 1.8-million-liter water tank plus fire protection piping systems plus accessories
  • This assignment was parallel to all other Project management activities

Construction Site Manager

Mitsubishi Power de México S.A. de C.V.
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Single point of contact for Mitsubishi Americas/Mexico construction team with construction companies (EPCs/partners) and Mitsubishi departments
  • Working in conjunction with Project Managers and Project Engineers
  • Coordinate Technical Field Advisors (TFAs) activities at site following project requirements and project schedule
  • Including materials/logistics coordination and reception at site
  • Control project budget for TFAs and request TFAs specific to each scope of work depending on project schedule
  • Report daily and weekly activities to upper management including technical, contractual and safety issues/concerns or good practices applied in project site
  • TFA for Gas Turbine, Generator and Steam Turbine scope of work
  • Oversee Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) and Balance of Plant scopes (BOP) as well.
  • Supervised team of 20 experienced field engineers from different countries to maintain productivity and quality of work
  • Conducted regular site inspections to ensure quality standards were upheld throughout each phase of th construction process while minimizing potential hazards on-site as well as delays in progress timelines
  • Enhanced project success rates with thorough risk assessments and proactive mitigation strategies
  • Ensured robust safety protocols were in place on all sites, conducting regular training sessions for staff members to minimize accidents and create a secure working environment

Long Term Service Agreement (LTSA) Program Manager

Mitsubishi Power de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
Queretaro
02.2021 - 07.2022

Contract management for 4 combined cycle power plants in Mexico for Falcon Group/Mitsui (adquired by Valia Energy).

  • Scope of work includes contract payments, customer single point of contact, and resolution of technical issues
  • Generate new opportunities for customer, planning maintenance outages for customer equipment: 1 Steam turbine w/valves, 3 electrical generators, 8 Gas Turbines (F frame), controls and electrical scopes
  • Follow up parts quoting, ordering and repairs according to covered equipment by contract
  • Contract billing and follow up of financial issues for all 4 contracts.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Enhanced project visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
  • Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.

Field Project Manager

Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems de México, S. A. de C.V.
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Project Manager for projects in Argentina, Colombia and Mexico with variable scopes ranging from borescope, combustor, turbine and major inspections for GTs (M701F and W501F) to generator robotic inspections and steam turbine valves inspections
  • Leading groups (+30 people) from various vendors including local labor from Argentina and Colombia
  • Duties include Field engineer tasks as described below.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by strategically allocating resources and managing schedules.
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing across the organization by documenting best practices learned from each project experience.
  • Mentored junior team members, promoting professional development and skill enhancement.
  • Expedited project timelines through thorough planning, organization, and proactive issue resolution.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members diplomatically, fostering a positive work environment conducive to success.

Mechanical Field Engineer

Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems de México, S. A. de C.V.
09.2014 - 02.2019
  • Maintenance duties as lead field engineer or mechanical field engineer for Mitsubishi units (M501Fs and M701F) and Siemens-Westinghouse units (W501Fs)
  • From combustion inspections to major inspections
  • Project Manager for Gas Turbine Major Inspections (planning, vendor acquisition, execution, customer contact, etc.) Maintenance duties for Mitsubishi air cooled generators including starting package and Siemens-Westinghouse hydrogen cooled generators, including starting package
  • From open-close and minor inspection in starting package to major inspections with rotor removal
  • Team leader for 10 to 20 people groups (engineers, safety, supervisors, techs, etc.) GT/Gen/Steam instructor for contractor personnel in Houston, 4 classes graduated (30+ techs)
  • Steam Turbine training in Houston, Texas
  • Refreshing Steam Turbine training in Yokohama, Japan by MHPS Japan training center.

Mechanical Field Engineer / Lead Technical Advisor

GE International Servicios Administrativos S.A. de C.V.
01.2011 - 08.2014
  • Project Leader for GE Gas Turbines and Generator installation in Morelos, Mexico; from civil works erection to commissioning
  • Planning, scheduling and executing installation and commissioning technical advisory activities for 3 7FAs and 3 7FH2 generators plus accessories
  • Customer primary contact with GE engineering and installation teams
  • Project Leader for Maintenance of GE Gas Turbines and/or Generators in more than 6 power plants in Mexico
  • Involved in Major inspections for 2 Iberdrola power plants in Mexico: as Lead Mechanical field engineer for generators (Altamira V) and lead mechanical field engineer (night shift) for 4 GTs and 4 Gens in parallel (Tamazunchale), divided into 2 modules, 2 units per module
  • Installation and commissioning technical advisor for GE Gas Turbines and Generators
  • Maintenance technical advisor for GE Gas Turbines and Generators in Mexico, Ecuador, and Chile
  • Perform maintenance technical supervision from minor disassembly to major inspection
  • Industrial Safety and Health training
  • Gas Turbine and generators accessories commissioning and maintenance (lubrication system, seal oil system, inlet filter house, ventilation fans, valves, etc).
  • Established clear lines of communication between project stakeholders, ensuring accurate progress reporting and prompt resolution of any emerging challenges
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues to address complex problems using innovative approaches, resulting in increased productivity levels onsite
  • Improved project efficiency, managing resources and coordinating with cross-functional teams
  • Increased system lifespan through regular inspections and proactive maintenance interventions
  • Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety
  • Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements
  • Wrote and revised maintenance procedures
  • Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively
  • Produced detailed reports outlining key issues and proposed solutions

Gas Turbine New Units Requisition Manager/Customer Engineer

GEIQ - CIAT - General Electric Infrastructure Queretaro-Centro de Investigacion Avanzada en Turbomaquinas S. de R.L.
05.2007 - 12.2010
  • Customer technical focal point for General Electric for Heavy-duty Gas Turbines in listed 4 projects below
  • Customer Meetings in Cubatao, Brazil, and Greenville, South Carolina, USA
  • GT Requisition Manager for Nuevo Pemex project in Tabasco, Mexico
  • First Cogeneration Plant for PEMEX
  • Projects in Saudi Arabia (Jizan # 30), Brazil, South Korea, Spain, and Greece as Lead Requisition Manager for Gas Turbine New Units
  • Six Sigma Green Belt Certified by General Electric
  • LMS100 Requisition Manager, continuing activites described in AXIEM (below)
  • Same functions as Requisition Manager in AXIEM (below).
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery

Requisition Manager

AXIEM, Servicios De Ingenieria S. De R.L. de C.V.
02.2005 - 04.2007
  • 9 weeks training in GE Gas Turbine Facilities in Greenville, South Carolina (Oct 2005 - Dec 2005)
  • Customer Meeting (ODM) in GE Steam Turbines Facilities in Schenectady, NY
  • Main functions: Requisition Manager for new LMS100 projects
  • 4 units released for 2006, 5 released in 2007, 12 more for 2008
  • Requisition Manager
  • 7EA GE Gas Turbine - Jizan # 5
  • (Saudi Arabia)
  • Requisition Manager
  • 7EA GE Gas Turbine - Jizan # 6 (Saudi Arabia)
  • Requisition Manager
  • 7EA GE Gas Turbine - Jizan # 26-29, 4 units (Saudi Arabia)
  • Drawing interpretation to comply with customer mark-ups
  • Scheduling and programming Engineering Changes (DCIs)
  • Technical Support for Requisition Managers in Heavy Duty GT Projects (7 & 9F's, 7 & 9E's & 7 & 9H's)
  • DMAIC course for 6Sigma certification as Green Belt
  • Participation as team member on 6Sigma & Engagement projects.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams

Education

Master's Degree in Energy Management And Renewable - Engineering Technology

Instituto Tecnológico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey - Virtual University, Puebla
02.2018 - 05.2020
  • Completed professional development in energy management processes, including innovation techniques, and renewable resources knowledge to enchance projects' execution according to new trends in the industry.

Master's degree in Project Management (online) - Project Management

Escuela Internacional De Gestión De Proyectos - Universidad De Salamanca, España, On-line
06.2017 - 06.2018

PMP Certification - Project Management

Escuela Internacional De Gestión De Proyectos - Universidad De Salamanca, España, On-line
01.2016 - 11.2016
  • Completed professional development in Project Management

Minor in Thermal Systems Engineering - Engineering Technology

Instituto Politécnico Nacional, ESIME-Zacatenco (LABINTHAP), Queretaro
09.2009 - 07.2010
  • Continuing education in Thermal Systems Engineering, final diploma was not achieved due to job changes. This program was under company's sponshorship.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Administrative Engineering (IMA) - Mechanical Engineering

Instituto Tecnológico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey, Mexico City, Mexico, Mexico City
09.1999 - 05.2004

Skills

Project Management

Software

Office Suite

MS Project

Certification

PMP - Project Management Professional

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Work Preference

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Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programs

Timeline

Project Manager (PMO Leader) - Constructora Antar - Grupo DNA
10.2023 - 5 2024
Construction Site Manager - Mitsubishi Power de México S.A. de C.V.
08.2022 - 10.2023
Long Term Service Agreement (LTSA) Program Manager - Mitsubishi Power de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
02.2021 - 07.2022
Field Project Manager - Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems de México, S. A. de C.V.
02.2019 - 01.2021
Instituto Tecnológico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey - Virtual University - Master's Degree in Energy Management And Renewable, Engineering Technology
02.2018 - 05.2020
Escuela Internacional De Gestión De Proyectos - Universidad De Salamanca, España - Master's degree in Project Management (online), Project Management
06.2017 - 06.2018
Escuela Internacional De Gestión De Proyectos - Universidad De Salamanca, España - PMP Certification, Project Management
01.2016 - 11.2016
Mechanical Field Engineer - Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems de México, S. A. de C.V.
09.2014 - 02.2019
Mechanical Field Engineer / Lead Technical Advisor - GE International Servicios Administrativos S.A. de C.V.
01.2011 - 08.2014
Instituto Politécnico Nacional, ESIME-Zacatenco (LABINTHAP) - Minor in Thermal Systems Engineering, Engineering Technology
09.2009 - 07.2010
Gas Turbine New Units Requisition Manager/Customer Engineer - GEIQ - CIAT - General Electric Infrastructure Queretaro-Centro de Investigacion Avanzada en Turbomaquinas S. de R.L.
05.2007 - 12.2010
Requisition Manager - AXIEM, Servicios De Ingenieria S. De R.L. de C.V.
02.2005 - 04.2007
Instituto Tecnológico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey, Mexico City, Mexico - Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Administrative Engineering (IMA), Mechanical Engineering
09.1999 - 05.2004

Activities

  • Social Service based on teaching Junior High School and High School Math and Physics remedial courses.
  • Coaching and playing football since 1994 (12 years) and 1986 (12 years), respectively.
  • SAE Member, student chapter, 2001
  • PMI Bajio Hub member.
Carlos Alberto Romo MancillasProject Manager