Nuno Rolo Creado
Mechanical Engineer - Energy
Póvoa De Santa Iria
Summary
Talented Project Manager considered knowledgeable leader in the Energy Sector, and dedicated problem solver. Brings 15+ years of valuable expertise, ranging from project execution to high level project leading, to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
11
11
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Smart Energy LAB
Lisboa
03.2022 - Current
- Managed projects under P2020 and PRR financing scope (total 4.5M€), developing new products for energy systems optimization.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
Senior Sales Engineer Solar Photovoltaic
RESUL Solar | Photovoltaic
Lisboa
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Prepared cost estimates for renewable energy projects and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with project managers.
- Managed technical integration, systems engineering program management, customer support and program management.
- Identified sales opportunities by assessing environment and devising and implementing winning strategy.
Director of Operations
IQ Energy
Lisboa
01.2012 - 12.2021
- Successfully conceived and implemented an innovative solution (hardware and software) for total energy management in industrial sites and large buildings.
- Managed development, design and construction of energy conservation projects to conform to national laws (SGCIE, SCE - PQII, RGCEt).
- Enhanced project efficiency by completing computer simulations of solar photovoltaic generation system performance and energy production.
- Conducted on-site engineering energy audits for proposed projects to support costing and estimations.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Energy Department Coordinator
SGS
Lisboa
04.2010 - 03.2012
- Managed energy efficiency projects and renewable energy projects from procurement to commission.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Developed and managed department budget to monitor financial performance and minimize expenses.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Energy Engineer
ISQ - Instituto De Soldadura E Qualidade
Oeiras
05.2007 - 04.2010
- Completed thorough energy assessments to analyze energy consumption and implement cost-saving efficiency measures.
- Determined energy usage and identified potential areas for energy savings through evaluation and monitoring of energy systems, such as heating, A/C and ventilation.
- Performed cost analysis for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects to determine financial benefit for potential client.
- Optimized resource solutions to generate turnkey proposals and design concepts for energy project scope development.
- Evaluated energy efficiency projects and programs and provided ongoing technical resource support.
- Incorporated energy management and control system solutions to reduce energy costs and revitalize operational performance.
- Informed customers about energy use and sought energy conservation opportunities resulting in efficient and reliable energy systems.
- Performed national energy code compliance verification (SGCIE, SCE-PQII, RGCE-t)
Department Manager
Renault Europa Automóveis
Lisboa
09.2005 - 05.2007
- Created and managed the after sales automobile assistance department on the business unit.
- Provided customers with detailed information on company products, services and materials.
- Assessed and offered solutions to improve procedures and customer experiences.
- Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Developed and managed department budget to monitor financial performance and minimize expenses.
Sales Business Director, Sales team manager
Retail Renault Group, Retail Renault Group Portugal
11.2005 - 04.2007
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Operations Team Manager
Renault Europa Automóveis
Lisboa
01.2003 - 09.2005
- Controlled daily business operations by devising and deploying short and long-range strategies to grow profitability and accomplish objectives.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Junior Engineer
Renault Portuguesa
Lisboa
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Provided help desk specialized technical assistance to national automotive repair network.
- Assisted the technical release of new products, by leading the information flow between factory engineering team and national repair teams.
- Assisted the elaboration of onsite training sessions on new products.
Student Researcher
Instituto Superior Técnico
Lisboa
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Interpreted and analyzed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes.
- Performed research in Combustion, Fluid Mechanics and Energy topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Prepared fact sheets, tables, and graphs to summarize research results.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering - Energy
Instituto Superior Técnico
PT 01.2003 - 02.2006
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering - Energy
Instituto Superior Técnico
PT 09.1995 - 01.2000
Advaced Studies Graduation - Sustainable Energy Systems
MIT Portugal
PT 04.2007 - 04.2008
Skills
Energy savings calculations
Certification
Energy
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Smart Energy LAB
03.2022 - Current
Senior Sales Engineer Solar Photovoltaic
RESUL Solar | Photovoltaic
12.2021 - 03.2022
Director of Operations
IQ Energy
01.2012 - 12.2021
Energy Department Coordinator
SGS
04.2010 - 03.2012
Energy Engineer
ISQ - Instituto De Soldadura E Qualidade
05.2007 - 04.2010
Advaced Studies Graduation - Sustainable Energy Systems
MIT Portugal
04.2007 - 04.2008
Sales Business Director, Sales team manager
Retail Renault Group, Retail Renault Group Portugal
11.2005 - 04.2007
Department Manager
Renault Europa Automóveis
09.2005 - 05.2007
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering - Energy
Instituto Superior Técnico
01.2003 - 02.2006
Operations Team Manager
Renault Europa Automóveis
01.2003 - 09.2005
Junior Engineer
Renault Portuguesa
01.2001 - 01.2003
Student Researcher
Instituto Superior Técnico
01.1998 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering - Energy
Instituto Superior Técnico
09.1995 - 01.2000
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