Ariovaldo Costa
About Ariovaldo Costa
Ariovaldo Costa is a Senior Project Manager with an MBA and PMP, currently working at Emerson in St. Louis, Missouri, with extensive experience in project management and engineering roles in both the United States and Switzerland.
Current Position at Emerson
Ariovaldo Costa currently holds the position of Senior Project Manager MBA and PMP at Emerson, based in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing and managing complex projects, particularly in the areas of automation, utilizing his extensive expertise in project management.
Previous Experience at ABB
Ariovaldo Costa has extensive experience working at ABB in Zurich, Switzerland. His roles at ABB spanned across several years, starting as an Intern from 2002 to 2003. He later served as a Contract Administrator and Assistant Project Manager from 2003 to 2005, followed by his role as Project Manager with PMP certification from 2005 to 2009. Lastly, he was a Senior Project Manager, MBA, PMP from 2011 to 2013. During his tenure, he was involved in various international project management tasks, contributing to the company's success in numerous projects.
Educational Background
Ariovaldo Costa has a diverse educational background. He studied Engineering at Brazcubas Educação from 1997 to 2003, obtaining a comprehensive foundation in engineering principles. Furthermore, he pursued Business Administration and Management at Profuturo – Fia – MBAs Internacionais, where he earned a Master of Business Administration from 2008 to 2009, and another MBA in the same field from 1986 to 1987. His education has equipped him with the necessary skills for effective project management.
Past Roles in Brazil at Suzano Papel e Celulose
Before moving to Switzerland, Ariovaldo Costa worked in Brazil as an Electronic Technician at Suzano Papel e Celulose from 1996 to 2002. In this role, he acquired hands-on experience in electronics and technical operations, which set the groundwork for his later specialized roles in project management and automation.
Expertise in Automation Projects
At Emerson, Ariovaldo Costa is responsible for handling automation projects specifically related to PSS/PWS. Throughout his career, he has honed his skills in system development, particularly noted for his work on the MicroSCADA system and relays during an 8-month internship at ABB Ltda. His technical expertise and practical experience in automation make him a valuable asset in his current role.