Sérgio Soares
Summary
An ambitious, dedicated and highly motivational Project Manager with twelve years' experience in Project Management. Organized, goal orientated and analytical problem-solver, able to anticipate issues and create new systems that streamline operations, provide solutions and improve team efficiency. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and an ability to build excellent relationship with project team members and stakeholders. Goal-oriented and attentive Contract Manager with successful background working on energy contracts. Delivers consistent and accurate guidance and successfully oversees contract. Detail-oriented in assessing contracts and mitigating risks. Take-charge professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Manager
GENERAL ELECTRICAL INTERNATIONAL
05.2016 - Current
- Coordinating service contract operations with OPS/ESSO MOBIL
- Provide support and coordination in the execution of the LTSA Global Contract duties.
- Maintained accurate records of all contracts in the organization's database system.
- Prepared reports summarizing key metrics related to contracted services, goods received, delivered over time periods specified by stakeholders.
- Assisted in developing strategies for mitigating contractual risk exposure within the organization.
- Ensured all changes to existing contracts were documented and approved in accordance with established policies.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
Procurement Manager
TECHNIP INTERNATIONAL
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Procurement activities within the BP Block 18/31 Project team, including relationship and necessary negotiations with supplier
- Contribute to the development of the supply Chain Department in Technip Angola.
- Managed the procurement process from purchase order generation to delivery of goods or services.
- Collaborated with other departments such as engineering or production teams during the development phase of new projects.
- Assisted in developing departmental policies related to procurement procedures and practices.
- Monitored supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery and responsiveness to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
- Reviewed existing contracts on a regular basis to ensure compliance with company requirements.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to procurement activities.
- Prepared reports on purchasing activity including cost savings achieved through negotiations with suppliers.
- Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices received from vendors.
- Implemented strategies for cost reduction through improved terms of payment or better pricing structures.
- Identified potential vendors and evaluated them according to price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability and sustainability.
LTSA Project Manager
ROLLS-ROYCE ENERGY INTERNATIONAL
09.2010 - 02.2014
- Supporting service contract operations with BP Angola, Block 18 Greater Plutonio FPSO and CABGOC Block 0 Sanha/Takula Platforms
- Provide support and coordination in the execution of the LTSA duties.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of a project in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
Project Engineer
DORIS ENGINEERING
01.2010 - 09.2011
- Supporting Project Manager on coordinating and Monitoring FEED preliminary engineering activities in Angola.
- Conducted regular inspections at job sites in order to monitor safety protocols being followed by contractors.
- Monitored work performance against established milestones ensuring adherence to approved schedules.
- Identified cost saving measures that could be implemented without compromising safety or quality standards during the project life cycle.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness prior to construction commencement.
- Performed quality assurance checks on all deliverables prior to submission.
- Provided technical advice and guidance on design concepts and construction methods.
- Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems.
Project Coordinator
DORIS ENGINEER PARIS
08.2010 - 12.2010
- For the performance of several activities such as: Weekly, Monthly, Scheduling and cost assessment report
- Supporting Project Manager on coordinating and monitoring FEED preliminary Engineering activities.
- Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly reports summarizing key performance indicators.
- Assessed customer feedback in order to continuously improve service delivery processes or procedures.
- Conducted risk assessments and identified potential issues that could affect project success.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define requirements for new initiatives.
- Drafted presentations outlining the current state of specific projects for review by senior managers.
Lead Draft Engineer
DORIS INC HOUSTON
01.2010 - 07.2010
- For the performance of several activities such as: Drafting PFD's, UFD's, Safety, Structural and Instrumentation Layouts
- Coordinating and monitoring all drafting and documentation activities.
- Conducted research into the feasibility of product design plans.
- Developed technical drawings that adhered to industry standards.
- Advised management on best practices for improving engineering operations.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress updates.
- Documented all engineering activities according to established procedures.
- Provided support during the installation, maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.
Project Engineer
AURECON GROUP
04.2008 - 04.2009
- For the performance of several activities such as: Consulting, Planning and Design on varieties projects such Roads, Bridge And Sewer System.
- Conducted regular inspections at job sites in order to monitor safety protocols being followed by contractors.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness prior to construction commencement.
- Performed quality assurance checks on all deliverables prior to submission.
- Provided technical advice and guidance on design concepts and construction methods.
- Developed project plans, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful completion of projects.
DESIGNER Engineer
EXPRO GROUP UK
02.2007 - 04.2008
- For the performance of several activities such as: Mechanical and Electrical Drawings.
- Worked with the development team to ensure a smooth transition from concept to production-ready assets.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including product owners, developers, marketers, copywriters, and stakeholders throughout the entire product cycle.
- Developed and implemented innovative design solutions to complex user interface problems.
- Created detailed wireframes, storyboards, user flows and process flows to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.
- Built interactive prototypes used in A and B testing of various UX concepts with end users.
Education
Master of Enterprise Technology -
University of Salford / Engineering School
Manchester/UK09-2008
Degree in Industrial Engineering Design -
University of Salford / Engineering School
09-2007
Skills
- MS-PROJECT
- POWERPOINT
- PIPENET (Firewater system modelling)
- AutoCAD
- VISUAL BASIC Programming
- SAP
- Process Management
- Cost Control
- Procurement Management
- Budget Planning
- Work flow planning
- Systems implementation
- Productivity Improvement
- Logistics Management
- Technical Support
- Project development
- Schedule Management
- Project Planning
- Workforce training
- Contract Management
- Document Management
- Project tracking
Tel
+44 7377102354 / +244 929416499
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/20/80
- Nationality: Angola / British
Languages
- Portuguese
- English
- French
Languages
Portuguese
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Certification
- Association for Project Management (APM)
- Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM)
- Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Contract Manager
GENERAL ELECTRICAL INTERNATIONAL
05.2016 - Current
Procurement Manager
TECHNIP INTERNATIONAL
03.2014 - 01.2016
LTSA Project Manager
ROLLS-ROYCE ENERGY INTERNATIONAL
09.2010 - 02.2014
Project Coordinator
DORIS ENGINEER PARIS
08.2010 - 12.2010
Project Engineer
DORIS ENGINEERING
01.2010 - 09.2011
Lead Draft Engineer
DORIS INC HOUSTON
01.2010 - 07.2010
Project Engineer
AURECON GROUP
04.2008 - 04.2009
DESIGNER Engineer
EXPRO GROUP UK
02.2007 - 04.2008
Master of Enterprise Technology -
University of Salford / Engineering School
Degree in Industrial Engineering Design -
University of Salford / Engineering School
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