Alexandre Catalao Simoes

Alexandre Catalao Simoes is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in energy management and industrial operations. As the Director of the Program Management Office at ENGIE since March 2022, Alexandre leads critical projects focused on the energy transition and renewable technologies. In parallel, as Chief Operating Officer at Vanguardland - Consultoria Energética Lda, Alexandre drives the development of innovative renewable pilot projects. Prior experience includes serving as Chief Operations Officer at Hamon Group, where Alexandre executed industrial EPC projects and enhanced global operational efficiency. Alexandre also held key leadership roles at Ferrostaal GmbH, KOCH Solutions GmbH, and ISQ, developing quality and project management systems. An educational background includes MSc Innovation and Entrepreneurship from HEC Paris and multiple MBAs from The Lisbon MBA and MIT Sloan Executive Education.