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Paris, Fr

Capdenac-Gare, Occitanie, France

Brussels Area, Belgium

Engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning (sludge treatment), operation and transfer of the complete wastewater treatment plant in Brussels South.Duration 2.5 years, budget 40 million Euros, Client Hydria (Brussels Capital Region), own investment• Team Management: Led a team of 10 technical and administrative personnel, managing up to 120 on-site employees.• QHSE Management: Achieved zero accidents over 2.5 years and ensured continuity of operations during COVID-19 lockdowns.• Company Representation: Represented the consortium in dealings with the client, suppliers, partners, and employees.• Financial Oversight: Monitored budget and financial performance, reported to the Management Committee on the Joint Venture’s performance.• Risk and Opportunity Management: Conducted risk and opportunity assessments, proposed commercial and strategic improvements, and managed claims.• Project Completion: Achieved provisional acceptance of the plant by Hydria.

Paris Area, France

Preparation and review of offers, market studies, reporting

Serbia

Engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning (water treatment), of the Vrbas Kula wastewater treatment plantDuration 4.5 years, budget 12 million Euros, Municipalities of Kula and Vrbas, European funding (IPA fund)• Project Management: Coordinated project activities across multiple countries, including engineering, procurement, commissioning, and contract management.• Team Leadership: Managed a team of 10 administrative and technical staff, overseeing up to 100 on-site workers, including partners and subcontractors.• Stakeholder Representation: Acted as the consortium's representative to the client and the European Delegation• Administrative and Financial Oversight: Handled administrative and financial management, contract administration, and claim management• Internal Reporting: Prepared and presented reports on budget, forecasts, planning, risk analysis, QHSE, and strategic optimization proposals• Tender Management: supervised specifications’ definition and managed the tendering process for subcontractors and suppliers.• Project Completion: Implemented a cocooning process for the station prior to provisional acceptance, funded by the client.

Azerbaijan

Creation of a subsidiary of SADE, with 40 employees, dedicated to the engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning of infrastructures (wastewater and drinking water networks, reservoirs, wastewater treatment plants in AzerbaijanDuration 18 months, budget 50 million dollars, Azersu (National Water Management Company), World Bank financing• Subsidiary Creation and Management: Oversaw the establishment and administration of the subsidiary, including handling administrative formalities, accounting, taxation, and relations with governmental bodies.• Team Recruitment and Management: Recruited and managed a diverse team of 30 local employees and 10 expatriates.• Partner and Supplier Development: Identified and established relationships with partners, subcontractors, and suppliers both locally and internationally, fostering strong commercial relations.• Comprehensive Reporting: Provided detailed reports to internal stakeholders (SADE France) and external stakeholders (World Bank and Azersu).• Company Representation: Acted as the representative to clients and project management assistants, ensuring clear communication and alignment of project goals.• International Coordination: Coordinated activities and collaboration between entities located in different countries.• Cross-Functional and Intercultural Management: Managed teams across various functions and cultures, promoting effective and cohesive teamwork

Azerbaijan

Engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning of the main pumping station and the wastewater treatment plant in Baku (rehabilitation, extension)Duration 4 years, budget 35 million Euros, Azersu (National Water Management Company), French state financing (RPE)• Local Office Creation and Management: Established and managed the local office, including identifying a leading company and recruiting local and expatriate employees (ranging from 4 to 10 depending on the project phase).• Project Coordination: Coordinated studies, procurement, and logistics with OTV France and supervised Civil Engineering works.• Company Representation: Represented OTV in dealings with Azersu and French government representatives, including the ambassador and economic mission.• Comprehensive Reporting: Prepared and delivered detailed reports for both internal and external stakeholders.• Project Delivery: Successfully delivered the project to the end customer.

The Hague Area, Netherlands

Engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and transfer of the Houtrust and Harnashpolder wastewater treatment plantsDuration 1 year, budget 362 million Euros, Public-Private Partnership• General Planning Management: Monitored and updated the overall project planning to ensure timely completion.• Subcontractor Supervision: Supervised subcontractors and ensured contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.• Commissioning Support: Provided assistance during commissioning activities, contributing to the successful startup.

Bucarest, Roumanie

Construction and commissioning of the Crivina drinking water plantDuration 1 year, budget 30 million Euros, Yellow Fidic, Private investment• General Planning Management: Oversaw and maintained the overall planning schedule, ensuring alignment with project milestones and deadlines.• Work Coordination: Coordinated various aspects of the project including civil, mechanical, electrical, automation, and commissioning activities, ensuring seamless integration and progress.• Team Recruitment and Management: Led the recruitment and management efforts of a local team consisting of 3 engineers and 25 workers, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment.• Commissioning Assistance: Provided support during commissioning activities, facilitating the smooth transition into operations.

Guernesey, Guernesey

Administration of furniture shop

France

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Master’S Degree, Business Administration And Management, Strategic Management Of Organizations

Msg, Business Management And Administration

Activities and Societies: Alcatel Business Systems - Mobile Phones DepartmentGeneral Business Administration, with focus and logistic.

2-Year University Degree, Mathematics And Computer Sciences

Activities and Societies: DEUG MIAS, two-year university degree in mathematics and computer sciencesMathematics and Physics applied.