Wajs Udo
About Wajs Udo
Wajs Udo is the Global Head of Project Execution and Global Head of Quality and Business Excellence at thyssenkrupp in Essen, Germany, with extensive experience in the plant building and construction industry.
Current Position at thyssenkrupp
Wajs Udo is currently the Global Head of Project Execution at thyssenkrupp, based in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. In this position, he oversees the execution of projects on a global scale, ensuring that they meet quality and timeliness standards. Udo’s extensive background in project management and execution makes him well-suited for this pivotal role within the company.
Role in Quality and Business Excellence at thyssenkrupp
In addition to his role as Global Head of Project Execution, Wajs Udo also serves as the Global Head of Quality and Business Excellence at thyssenkrupp in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. This role entails overseeing quality management systems and striving for continuous improvements in business operations to ensure top-notch performance and client satisfaction.
Career at Siemens and Primetals Technologies
Wajs Udo has had a long and varied career with significant roles at Siemens and Primetals Technologies. These positions included his tenure as COO Asian Pacific at thyssenkrupp in Singapore, Head Of Operations at Siemens in Doha, Qatar, and VP & GM Project Engineering Center at Primetals Technologies in Shanghai, China. Throughout these roles, he has gained extensive international experience and knowledge in project management and operational excellence.
Educational Background and Certifications
Wajs Udo studied at HTBL Kapfenberg, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Electric. He has completed several certifications, including being certified as a Project Director by Siemens in 2004 and obtaining PMP certification from the Project Management Institute PMI in the same year. Additionally, Udo is a trained and certified QM-Auditor and technical assessor.
Professional Achievements and Global Experience
Throughout his career, Wajs Udo has achieved significant milestones, such as successfully winning an airport project in India during the sales phase. He has gained extensive experience in the plant building and construction industry across various sectors, including security systems, metal, water, airport, power distribution, and mining. Udo's roles have stationed him in multiple countries, providing him a deep understanding of different cultures and business environments.