Marcos Pedrosa Mitre
About Marcos Pedrosa Mitre
Marcos Pedrosa Mitre is a Senior Construction Risk Engineer at AXA XL, with extensive experience in project management and risk assessment across various engineering sectors in South America. He has a strong academic background in Civil Engineering and Business Administration, and he has contributed significantly to loss prevention and risk improvement in construction projects.
Current Role at AXA XL
Marcos Pedrosa Mitre serves as a Senior Construction Risk Engineer at AXA XL, a division of AXA, since 2018. In this role, he conducts loss prevention surveying across North and South America, offering risk improvement recommendations aimed at minimizing losses in construction and electromechanical erection works. He is involved in training new Junior Risk Engineers, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge over a two-year period. His hybrid work model allows him to effectively manage his responsibilities while collaborating with teams across different locations.
Previous Experience in Construction Management
Prior to his current position, Marcos held several roles in construction management. He worked as a Project Manager at Grupo EcoRodovias from 2010 to 2014, where he developed and implemented a Highway Asset Management System. This system managed over 900 structures to prioritize capital expenditures and reduce risks. He also served as a Project Manager at GPO Sistran Engenharia from 2014 to 2016 and was involved in delivering the first BIM project for Metrô-SP, which set a benchmark in project management.
Education and Expertise
Marcos holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Civil Engineering from Escola Politécnica da USP, completed from 2001 to 2005, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas, achieved from 2015 to 2016. His educational background is complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, also from Escola Politécnica da USP, earned from 1996 to 2000. He has expertise in risk assessment for dams, including water and tailing dams, specifically for liability insurance and unbundled risk consulting.
Professional Development and Training
Marcos has a strong commitment to professional development, regularly presenting webinars and talks to clients, brokers, and the underwriting team at AXA XL. His role in training new Junior Risk Engineers highlights his dedication to fostering the next generation of professionals in the field. His experience as a Senior Specialist’s Assistant at Universidade de São Paulo from 2001 to 2002 further demonstrates his involvement in education and mentorship within the engineering community.
Career Timeline
Marcos Pedrosa Mitre's career spans several key roles in the construction and engineering sectors. He began as an intern at Vetec Engenharia LTDA from 1998 to 1999, progressed to a Senior Specialist’s Assistant at Universidade de São Paulo from 2001 to 2002, and then worked as a Technical Coordinator at Falcão Bauer - C. T. C. Q. Ltda. from 2008 to 2009. His extensive experience includes significant positions at AXA XL and other organizations, reflecting a robust career trajectory in construction risk engineering.