Acacio Crêspo , Eng Mechanical and Civil , PMP®, PMI_RMP®

Capex Project Manager

About

With extensive experience in Mechanical and Civil Engineering, I transform complex challenges into growth opportunities for companies. Throughout my career, I have successfully led Project and Contract Management initiatives under “make to order”, EPC, EPCM and ETO models, helping organizations innovate, enhance operational efficiency, and develop high-performance teams in Oil and Gas, Siderurgical, Paper and Pulp sectors. Hands-on implementation of Applied Artificial Intelligence for Engineering, Capital Projects and Contract Governance. Development of AI agents for technical bid analysis, multi-vendor comparison, technical-commercial equalization, automated report generation and risk analysis Fluent in English, with proven experience in technical and commercial negotiations, contract reviews, and project reporting in international environments. My true passion? Delivering highly complex projects with precision, exceeding expectations and driving the sustainable growth of organizations. Always focused on practical solutions and results that generate real value, I lead with a strong commitment to excellence and teamwork. As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®) by the Project Management Institute (PMI), I manage capital equipment (CAPEX) projects for the mining, steel, oil & gas, pulp & paper, and naval blanks industries—covering all phases from conceptual and basic engineering, technical and economic feasibility studies, to detailed design, construction, and commissioning, whether in greenfield or brownfield environments. I apply best practices in project management based on PMBOK guidelines to ensure success in high-value and high-complexity projects ( >€100M ). With a strategic approach, I ensure interface management and integrated planning with both internal and external stakeholders, focusing on profitability, scope, cost, schedule, quality, safety, and sustainability—creating measurable value. I am constantly attentive to innovation and its practical application. Beyond project delivery, my goal is to generate value that translates into tangible results for the organization.

Country

Brazil

City

Ipatinga

Industry

Mining & Metals

Skill

Finanças, Recursos jurídicos, Gestão de engenharia, Cronogramas, Processos empresariais, SaaS, Computação em nuvem, Parcerias estratégicas, Desenvolvimento de equipes, Revisões de projetos, Liderança técnica, Engenharia global, Proficiência em informática, SSMA (Saúde, segurança e meio ambiente), Construtibilidade, Resolução de conflitos, Engenharia de projetos, Gestão de projetos, Capital project management, Visão estratégica

Experience

Capex Project Manager

Aperam South America

2022-5 - Present · 4 yrs 5 mos

Timoteo, MG

Management of a multidisciplinary engineering team for the capacity expansion of the stainless steel cold rolling mill in a brownfield environment. Preparation of technical specifications for procurement of equipment such as: Sendzimir cold rolling mill, rotary shears, roll grinders, coil grinding machines, and utilities. Technical meetings with global suppliers. Technical bid evaluation and equalization to support decision-making. Development of the implementation schedule, interference mapping with engineering solutions, and coordination of electromechanical installation of main equipment, auxiliary systems, and utilities. Skills: Project Implementation · Project Planning · Resource Allocation · Project Portfolio Management · IT Proficiency · Commitment · Communication · Change Management · Technical Leadership · Team Development · Cloud Computing · Project Management · SaaS · Strategic Vision · HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) · Leadership · Project Reviews · Customer Satisfaction · Mitigation Strategy · Problem Solving · Industrial Engineering · Capital Project Management · Mechanical, Electrical and Piping Engineering · Constructability · Program Management · Occupational Safety Regulations · Interpersonal Skills · Risk Analysis · Project Engineering · EPCM · Strategic Partnerships · Business Processes · Conflict Resolution · Global Engineering · Operational Risk Management

Construction Manager Advisor at ALUMAR Smelter Restart project

Hatch

2021-10 - 2022-4 · 7 mos

São Luís, Maranhão, Brasil

Main Activities : Assist procurement team to review contratual agreements. Recommend requeriments for construction resources and strategies to meet project Schedule Assist with management of contractor claims Assist client monitoring contractors progress, cost and safety meetings

Construction Manager - CAPEX

ArcelorMittal Aços Planos

2019-9 - 2021-8 · 2 yrs

S. Gonçalo do Amarante- CE

Responsible for process equipment project implementation plan for steel industry, managing : - Constructive methodology and the necessary adjustments definitions for the conclusion within the established objectives. -Critical materials and equipment import, -Budget and costs control, -Multidisciplinary engineering teams, -Health and safety requirements, - Quality execution plan by adhering to detailed design and international standards.

Assessment Consultant

Santo Andre City Hall

2017-1 - 2019-8 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Santo André, SP

Re-evaluate current contracts in terms of scope, costs, risks, quality and legal aspects. Re-negociate contracts values and schedules. Evaluate and Negociate claims and counterclaims.

Senior Project Manager

USIMINAS

2005-5 - 2015-9 · 10 yrs 5 mos

Ipatinga-MG

Responsible for managing projects for industries like : steelmaking, mining, oil and gas, paper and pulp, using PMI methodology in EPC and "make to order" contracts. Management of multidisciplinary teams in matrix organizational structure , such as : Planning, Conceptual Engineering, Detailed Engineering , Industrial Engineer ( Manufacturing Methods and processes) , Product Quality , Purchasing , Production , Safety , Quality Assurance . Ensuring compliance of proposed costs and deadlines Scope Management changes and impacts.