Marcelo Barra
About Marcelo Barra
Marcelo Barra is a Senior Project Manager at Aker Solutions with extensive experience in hydropower project management and a background in business administration and marketing.
Current Role at Aker Solutions
Marcelo Barra is currently a Senior Project Manager at Aker Solutions, a position he has held since 2023 in Tranby, Viken, Norway. In this role, he oversees various hydropower projects, collaborating on the development of newbuild turbines and refurbishment, as part of the company's 'water-to-wire' hydropower offerings. His expertise includes delivering flexible, on-demand power solutions, inertia, frequency support, and grid balancing.
Previous Experience at Rainpower
From 2019 to 2023, Marcelo Barra worked as a Project Manager at Rainpower. During his tenure, he gained experience in managing significant projects within the hydropower industry, contributing to Rainpower's reputation for innovative energy solutions. His role involved coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure efficient project delivery and optimal performance of hydropower plants.
Experience at CleanPower AS
Marcelo Barra served as a Project Manager at CleanPower AS from 2015 to 2017 in Kristiansand, Norway. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing clean energy projects, which involved managing timelines, budgets, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. His work at CleanPower AS helped in advancing sustainable energy initiatives within the region.
Co-Founder of Høyde AS
Since 2012, Marcelo Barra has been a Co-Founder of Høyde AS in the Kristiansand Area, Norway. His entrepreneurial spirit led to the establishment of this company, where he continues to contribute his expertise in project management and business development. His role at Høyde AS underlines his commitment to fostering innovation and efficiency within the industry.
Educational Background
Marcelo Barra holds a Business Administration degree from Universidad de Los Lagos, where he studied Business Engineering from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, he completed a technical education in Business Administration and Marketing at INACAP from 1997 to 1999. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation in business principles and project management skills.