Manuel Brissos Carvalho
About Manuel Brissos Carvalho
Manuel Brissos Carvalho serves as the EU Head of Project Management at Clever Leaves, where he has worked since 2019. He holds an Engineer's Degree in Industrial Production Engineering and a Master's Degree in Engineering and Industrial Management, with extensive experience in project management across various industries and countries.
Work at Clever Leaves
Manuel Brissos Carvalho has served as the EU Head of Project Management at Clever Leaves since 2019. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing project management initiatives across Europe. He has developed internal training programs focused on project management and collaborated with the executive team to establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs). His efforts have contributed to enhancing operational reporting and implementing continuous improvement strategies within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Manuel Brissos Carvalho holds an Engineer's Degree in Industrial Production Engineering from Universidade Nova de Lisboa, where he studied from 1986 to 1991. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Engineering and Industrial Management from the same university in 2016. His educational background equips him with the technical expertise necessary for effective project management and operational oversight.
Background
Manuel Brissos Carvalho has a diverse professional background, with experience in project management across various sectors. He has worked in multiple countries, including Portugal, Brazil, Germany, and Angola. His career includes roles at Alliance Healthcare Portugal, Hovione, and Concremat Group, where he managed significant projects, including those related to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Clever Leaves, Manuel Brissos Carvalho held several key positions. He was a Program Manager at Alliance Healthcare Portugal and served as Director of the Project Management Office at Hovione. His earlier roles include General Project Coordinator at Precision Iberia and Consulting Director at Aventia in Brazil. He also has experience as a Senior Consultant at Accenture and as a Consultant in IT Quality Assurance at EDP Group.
Achievements in Project Management
Throughout his career, Manuel Brissos Carvalho has managed projects with a total investment exceeding one billion euros. He has implemented innovative management systems and created technical solutions to enhance project outcomes. His experience includes developing strategies for continuous improvement and optimizing existing processes to adapt to new challenges.