Manager Engineering
Resume:
Roberto Corda
Abu Dhabi, Tourist Club Area + (971-*********
https://ae.linkedin.com/in/roberto-corda-25070809 *******.*****@*****.*** *******.*****@*******.*** Skype: robertocorda
Technical Engineering and Office Manager
Marketing Director Design Engineering Project Controller-ship
Articulate professional with solid education and 28 years of diverse experience in project management, design engineering and R&D within unique sectors.
Relationship Development: Strong interpersonal talents with passion for cultivating lasting investment from diverse communities in organizational programs. Excellent communicator with fluency in English and Italian. Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues to achieve goals.
Technical Management: Well-developed ability to utilize business technologies to track client and business data and guide strategic planning. Expertise in AutoCAD, CAD/CAM, Fanuc, ThinkDesign and SolidWorks, Pro-E, Google Sketch UP, 3D Piping, 3D Studio Max and ANSYS engineering simulation software.
Project Oversight: Highly organized with combination of technical, production, and business expertise to guide project planning and implementation. Success meeting and exceeding organizational goals within team driven and self-guided roles.
Key Strengths: Finely tuned analytical skills with a dedication to continually streamlining and improving work processes. Effectively interface with management to collaborate on issues and resolve problems. Results focused; able to achieve maximum impact with minimal cost.
Professional Experience
ABB S.P.A. INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION DIVISION –EPC DEPARTMENT, Italy, UAE 10.2014 – Present
Site Technical Office Manager (Field Engineer)/Deputy of Site Manager @ Zirku Island – Zadco Project
Coordinated between engineering disciplines and other departments for the duration of the project of upgrading the power generation capacity of Zirku Island, oil and gas processing facilities in the Gulf. Contributed to review and update of departmental and project procedures, producing and maintaining project plans, facilitating critical path analysis, identifying resources needed and assigning individual responsibilities. Managed day-to-day operational functions, quality assurance procedures and reporting, and ensured all documents were accurate and stored properly. Provided approval for Method Statement (MS) and Material Approval Request (MAR), managed subcontractors, vendors, Red Mark Up, Site Change Request, Final Project AS-Built, and provided technical coordination.
Select Contributions:
Managed all aspects of the technical office for the installation of two gas turbine generators and a new Sub Station with integration and modification of the existing pipe line.
Facilitated the management of technical office duties for civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumental, and piping disciplines.
Manage the entire design / engineering team during the process of projects and construction phase
Assign and delegate responsibilities as per scope of work to the team members
Ensure maintaining the integrity of all designs, calculations, engineering carried out by engineering / technical team
Interact effectively and by all means with the clients on design-engineering matters, and ensure / monitor design productivity for all projects in-hand and taking the right measures as needed
Participate in construction and progress meetings with regards to design execution, discipline interface and schedule
Manage client in regard to engineering / design discipline
Provide effective direction on the planning and forecasting to all activities related to engineering
Participate / lead guidance on the development of engineering systems, such as P&IDs and 3D models review
Manage the interface between design and procurement teams
Set-up the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) target for the department
Ensure financial objectives are met
Contribute to closing punch lists items for the progress of various commissioning activities
SANU VENTILATION SYSTEM, Ras Al Khaiman, UAE 08.2013 – 09.2014
Marketing Director
Managed all marketing and startup marketing of the new office opening in the U.A.E. market for Sanu Ventilation Systems. Developed and implemented various documents, coordinated with other departments and vendors, and facilitated the production of new processes for future usage.
Select Contributions:
Managed all aspects of creating and implementing the new corporate website, the data sheets and the technical manuals for the products, the new catalogue, the new price list for the UAE market and also the new general brochure.
Managed the development and implementation of a database in Access for future customers and the introduction letters of the new company.
PAGE EUROPE SPA, Italy – GENERAL DYNAMICS COMPANY, England 06.2011 – 08.2013
Project Engineering Manager @ new commercial port of Abu Dhabi (KIZAD Project)
Facilitated the management of 15 technical personnel and the coordination of installing various equipment and fiber optic cabling while supervising a technical team of 30 members. Managed the supervision and development of mechanical workshop personnel for producing equipment based on in-house designs.
Select Contributions:
Engineered the design and development of both light and heavy carpentry structures incorporating 3D and 2D drawings.
Created final as-built and technical manuals for delivery to customers while assembling racks and monitoring completion of installations.
CPM ELETTRONICA S.R.L., Italy 01.2011 – 06.2011
Project Engineering Manager/R&D Manager
Led the tracking of production, mechanical, and electrical assembly of all designed prototypes. Improved and streamlined processes to increase efficiency and company standards.
Select Contributions:
Designed and developed mechanical parts for the research and equipment development departments of the Army and police, as well as private clients.
Created and developed systems for surveillance and mobile inception that were implemented and hidden in civilian and military vehicles.
PUNTO ENERGIA S.R.L., Italy 12.2009 – 01.2011
Project Designer/Project Manager
Facilitated the preparation of requests for quotes for the purchase of equipment and efficient coordination of construction activities. Managed the design and development of HVAC systems, as well as the inclusion of technical specifications/drawings and cost estimates.
Select Contributions:
Managed the technical design and production of aluminum panels for roofing, cladding and curtain walls.
Streamlined the management of sales and customer services.
SIGEIM ENERGIA S.R.L., Italy 01.2009 – 12.2009
Project Manager/Sales Manager
Facilitated and led the technical feasibility study of the PV system while explaining all laws of the new energy bill to management.
Select Contributions:
Streamlined coordination of internal and external sales activities and introduced process improvements that enhanced productivity.
AIRBRAVO S.R.L., Italy 01.2008 – 12.2008
Factory & Production Manager
Managed and led all aspects of production while coordinating and coaching a workshop team of 20 personnel.
Select Contributions:
Designed sheet metal structures and molds in the ABS, as well as aluminum and cast iron.
Developed associated CNC programs for the panel machine.
MUSILLI S.R.L, Italy 01.2007 – 12.2007
Technical, Research & Development Manager – Design & Consulting
Managed all aspects of the technical, research, and development office while facilitating the production of customized furniture for the offices and halls of the Italian Government.
Select Contributions:
Engineered and designed custom furniture, doors, windows/transom windows, prefabricated shelters, outdoor wooden furniture, prefabricated houses, fire doors, and customized kitchens in solid wood.
Additional Experience
Technical Department Manager, Altay Scientific Spa, Italy, Altay Holding Spa Group, Aug 2002 – Jan 2007
Quality Manager, FOMA S.r.l., Italy, Jan 1999 – Jul 2002
Quality Manager/Technical Office Engineer, Civas Engineering S.r.l., Italy, Jan 1986 – Dec 1998
Education & Credentials
Mechanical Engineering Degree, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Turin, Italy, 1990
Scientific Maturity, Salesian Institute San Lorenzo (NO), Italy, 1985
OPITO BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety, Induction & Emergency Training), 2014
OPITO H2S Training, 2016
Project Management Certification, University of Abu Dhabi, 2014
Design of Quality Systems – ISO 900, European Level Certification, 2013
Design and Dimensioning of HVAC Systems, ALP Company Spas, 2010
Planning and Installation of Photovoltaic Systems, 2009
Languages & Visa Status
UAE Visa Status: Working Resident Visa
UAE driving license
Italian: Native Language and Flue in Reading, Writing, and Verbal
English: Professional Level in Reading, Writing, and Verbal
French: Intermediate Level in Reading, Writing, and Verbal
Chinese: Beginner Level in Verbal
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Andrea Ferrario
ABB Project Manager
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Marco Ferri
ABB Project Engineering Manager
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mobile: +39-331-*******
Giorgio Delia
ABB Project Site Manager
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mobile: +971-**-*******
Reiner Mora
ABB Electrical Engineering Manager
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mobile: +39-348-*******
James Hopkins
Construction Manager Amec Foster Wheeler / PMS Zadco
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mobile: +971-**-*******
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