Alexandre (De oliveira) F.

Civil Engineer | MBA in project Management | MSc in Construction and Robotics

Aachen, Germany

Experience

Oct 2023 - Feb 2024
5 months

Uniform Slope Excavation (RWTH project)

ROS – Excavator EZ17E

  • Developed a ROS2-based simulation of an autonomous excavator capable of forward movement, rotation, and digging
  • Implemented inverse kinematics for precise, collision-free digging trajectories
  • Explored robotics control, motion planning, and automation strategies
  • Programmed using C++ and Python
  • Aimed to enhance efficiency and reduce resource consumption in sustainable construction processes
Jun 2023 - Sep 2025
2 years 4 months
Germany

Design Engineer

Kohlschein Modulbau GmbH

  • Developed and optimized a sustainable modular construction system using hempcrete and recycled materials
  • Contributed to building the first 50 m² prototype house, showcasing the system’s environmental and construction performance
  • Managed stakeholders and coordinated project partners throughout all HOAI phases (1–9)
  • Developed construction plans in accordance with German building regulations
  • Applied DGNB sustainability standards to product design and evaluation
  • Designed and optimized modular wall systems using hempcrete and lightweight concrete
  • Planned and coordinated the factory layout, ensuring production efficiency and budget compliance
  • Conducted cost evaluations for factory setup and product development
  • Defined and monitored KPIs for factory performance and product efficiency
  • Specified technical requirements and evaluated suppliers for modular production equipment
  • Managed and created content for the company’s LinkedIn page
  • Represented the company at national and international events, promoting sustainable modular construction
May 2023 - Aug 2023
4 months

Smart Air Control (RWTH project)

AIRSYNC

  • Developed a low-cost IoT prototype to improve indoor air quality and energy efficiency through automated window control
  • Utilized Arduino, NodeMCU, and CO₂, temperature, and humidity sensors for environmental monitoring
  • Integrated a Telegram chatbot for remote interaction
  • Employed Node-RED for automation and control logic
  • Advanced sustainable building management and reduced energy consumption
Feb 2023 - May 2024
1 year 4 months

Augmented Reality for Urban Participation

DER TAKT

  • Enhanced citizen engagement in urban planning through augmented reality
  • Enabled residents to visualize and interact with potential city changes in real time
  • Combined parametric design, AR visualization, and participatory approaches
  • Created a dynamic platform for collaborative city planning
  • Focused on sustainability and future city concepts
Oct 2022 - Feb 2023
5 months

Management App (RWTH Project)

Construction Mapp

  • Developed a management app for construction projects at RWTH Aachen University
  • Focused on digital and hardware prototyping and interaction
  • Enhanced project tracking and management workflows
Apr 2020 - Sep 2022
2 years 6 months
Brazil

Construction Manager

URBAM

  • Managed a R$10M contract overseeing over 100 staff across masonry, electricity, HVAC, metalwork, carpentry, roofing, painting, and pool maintenance
  • Coordinated maintenance for over 60 sports facilities serving 600,000 citizens, ensuring high-quality standards and athlete safety
  • Managed stakeholders including public and private entities, Olympic elite athletes, citizens, the city, and council members
  • Managed eight teams with over 100 workers in HVAC, electric, masonry, paint, swimming pool water quality, metalwork, pruning, carpentry, and roofing
  • Oversaw maintenance of 25 gyms/courts, eight swimming pools, 20 community halls/multi-use rooms, 15 sport centers, and three offices
  • Handled inventory management, accessibility adjustments, and financial scheduling
  • Ensured service quality and compliance through QA/QC and contract execution
  • Aligned subcontractor performance with contractual KPIs
  • Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency by 5% and reduced overall costs by 15%
  • Reduced project backlog from three months to 15 days
Apr 2015 - Mar 2020
5 years
Brazil

QA/QC Engineer

DER

  • Worked on large-scale infrastructure projects including over 190 km of roadworks and multiple bridge constructions across São Paulo
  • Contributed to the construction of a 115 m steel bridge over the Tietê River and several concrete and prestressed structures
  • Specialized in pavements, soil stabilization and recycling, hydraulic works, groundworks, and compressed air systems
  • Managed inventory and financial scheduling
  • Ensured QA/QC, contract execution, and compliance
  • Managed stakeholders both public and private
  • Implemented process improvements, increasing efficiency by 5% and reducing overall costs by 15%
  • Reduced project backlog from three months to 15 days

Summary

Construction and Infrastructure Project Leader with over 10 years of experience, specialising in Construction Leadership, Contract Management, and Quality Assurance (QA/QC). Experience in supervising large-scale projects with a strong focus on process optimization and cost reduction. Seeking to apply international experience (Brazil/Germany) in construction management and BIM/Robotics methodologies.

Languages

Portuguese
Native
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Education

Rwth Aachen University

MSc · Construction Robotics · Aachen, Germany

Ufscar

BSc · Civil Engineering · São Carlos, Brazil

USP-Esalq

MBA · Project Management · Piracicaba, Brazil

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