Leonardo Pena
About Leonardo Pena
Leonardo Pena is the Chief Operating Officer at thyssenkrupp, with over 20 years of experience in managing EPC projects and a strong background in leadership and project management.
Chief Operating Officer at thyssenkrupp
Leonardo Pena serves as the Chief Operating Officer at thyssenkrupp, where he is responsible for leading operations and ensuring optimal performance through effective management of resources, technology, and processes. He brings a strategic approach to operations, focused on delivering corporate objectives and driving business growth.
Senior Project Management Consultant at Hatch
From 2014 to 2017, Leonardo Pena worked at Hatch as a Senior Project Management Consultant. In this role, he managed complex projects, leveraging his extensive experience in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC). His responsibilities included overseeing project schedules, budgets, and ensuring successful delivery within the specified scope.
Education and Expertise
Leonardo Pena has a diverse educational background with a mix of technical and leadership training. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, an MBA in Project Management from FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas, and has completed executive education in Leadership and Negotiation at Harvard Law School and in Leading High Performance Business at ESMT Berlin. His comprehensive training underpins his expertise in project management, negotiation, and high-performance business operations.
Experience in Project Management
Leonardo Pena has over 20 years of experience in managing EPC projects, having worked with several prominent organizations such as Vale, voestalpine, Siemens, and Premo Group. His roles have ranged from Project Manager to General Manager and COO. Pena is well-versed in project business practices, contracts, and commercials, ensuring efficient project execution and stakeholder satisfaction.
Leadership and Management Skills
Leonardo Pena is recognized for his strong leadership and management skills. Known for linking corporate vision to operational results, he focuses on the development and utilization of people, processes, and technology. He is a strong motivator and team player with effective leadership, communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, driving teams towards achieving organizational goals.