Marcelo Z.

Marcelo Z. has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over two decades. Marcelo is currently working as an Industrial Installation Site Project Manager at Symbotic. In this role, Marcelo oversees complex construction projects and leads diverse teams, managing over 180 individuals across various industry trades. Marcelo focuses on creating an open, accountable, and team-oriented environment while empowering leadership and effective decision-making.

Prior to their current role, Marcelo founded and served as the President of MZG PM Consulting & Coaching, where they provided specialized project management solutions to minority and undervalued organizations. Marcelo established the organization with the goal of making a tangible difference and achieved strategic leadership, innovative solutions, and a commitment to excellence.

Marcelo also worked as a Project Manager at Cotton Holdings Inc., where they drove strategic projects to successful completion through leadership, precision, and collaboration. Marcelo leveraged their expertise as a Senior Project Manager at Locke Solutions to drive quality, innovation, and leadership across various projects in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Marcelo's role at Oldcastle Infrastructure involved contract analysis and serving as a communication liaison between external and internal teams on technical and contractual matters.

Furthermore, Marcelo has experience as a Project Manager at SIEMENS Energy - Oil & Gas and Marine, leading cross-functional and diverse teams in the Engineering, Procurement, Installation, and Commissioning of Electrical Houses for offshore power distribution. Marcelo also managed small to midsize projects for the Siemens Wind Power Warranty department, exhibiting their skills in scope development, budgeting, resource allocation, risk analysis, and project execution.

In addition, Marcelo worked as a Field Technical Manager at National Bronze & Metals, Inc., where they managed accounts valued over $5 million USD and expanded into new markets. Marcelo gained experience as a Product Controls Plan Analyst at FMC Technologies and Project Manager at Emerson Process Management - Daniel, where they contributed to project progress and engaged directly with end customers.

Marcelo's professional journey began at Convey Compliance Systems, where they started as a customer support representative and quickly advanced to a leadership role as an Implementation Consultant Supervisor and Project Manager. Their strong customer focus and technical acumen set the foundation for their success in resolving technical issues and supporting end-users.

Overall, Marcelo has showcased strong leadership, collaboration, and project management skills throughout their diverse work experience in various industries.

Marcelo Z. attended Augsburg University from 1995 to 2000, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration. During the same period, they also earned a second Bachelor of Arts degree in Management Information Systems from Augsburg University. Additionally, Marcelo has obtained several certifications throughout their career. These include the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute, which they obtained in November 2015. In 2007, they received a Certificate of Completion in Green Belt of Six Sigma Methodology from Texas Tech University. Marcelo has also completed various certificate programs from Villanova University Online Business Programs, including the Certificate Program in Project Management for IS-IT Professional and the Master's Certificate in Information Systems and Technology Project Management, both obtained in March 2005. Other certifications earned from Villanova University Online Business Programs include the Certificate Program in Advanced Strategic Project Management Practices (October 2004), the Certificate Program in Mastering Project Management (June 2004), and the Certificate Program in the Essentials of Project Management (April 2004).