Santiago Mendez
About Santiago Mendez
Santiago Mendez is the Centre Manager for Emerging Business at QuEST Global in Derby, Reino Unido, with extensive experience in project management and commercial strategy within the industrial sector.
Current Position at QuEST Global
Santiago Mendez currently holds the position of Centre Manager - Emerging Business at QuEST Global in Derby, Reino Unido. His role involves overseeing the operations and strategic direction of the centre, with a particular focus on new and emerging business opportunities within the global industrial market. He is responsible for leading teams and ensuring customer satisfaction through a proactive approach.
Extensive Experience in Project Management
Santiago Mendez has amassed years of experience in managing projects for both large and medium-sized clients. Starting from his role as Project Manager at Interface Ibérica - Ministerio de Justicia to various positions at QuEST Global, including Project Manager and Onsite Customer Coordinator, Operations Program Manager, and New Business Program Manager, Santiago has developed a strong skill set in project management. His expertise includes strong leadership, team coordination skills, and a deep understanding of commercial strategy and market analysis.
Educational Background in Engineering
Santiago Mendez has a comprehensive educational background in engineering. He holds an Ing.Naval y Oceánico degree from the University of A Coruna, where he studied Arquitectura Naval from 2000 to 2008. Additionally, he earned an Ing.Aeronáutico degree from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, where he studied Ingeniería from 1996 to 1999. This solid foundation in engineering principles underpins his approach to managing industrial projects and business strategies.
Previous Roles at QuEST Global
Before his current role, Santiago Mendez held several key positions at QuEST Global. He served as New Business Center Manager from 2018 to 2019 in Madrid y alrededores, España, and as New Business Program Manager from 2016 to 2018 in España. From 2013 to 2016, he was the Operations Program Manager in Madrid y alrededores, España. Early in his tenure at QuEST Global, he was a Project Manager and Onsite Customer Coordinator in A Coruña y alrededores, España, from 2011 to 2013.
Initial Career and Internships
Santiago Mendez began his career with internships and early roles that helped build his foundation in the industry. He worked as an Ing. Naval intern at Factoria Naval de Marín, S.A. in 2006 for 3 months. Additionally, he gained management experience through his work at Fast Ferrari in Formentera during 2004 and 2005. These early experiences contributed to his understanding of the industrial and engineering sectors, helping him to develop the skills necessary for his later roles.