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Jesus I. Duarte Z.

Barcelona

Summary

I am a Yacht Refit Project Manager with 4 years of experience managing over 10 successful projects valued at more than 30 million Euros. As a strategic, collaborative, and problem-solving project manager, I'm passionate about delivering value and results in the superyacht repair and refit sector.

I'm always enhancing my skills and staying current with industry trends, ready for new challenges in the superyacht industry. Feel free to connect with me to discuss opportunities, and industry insights, or simply to
expand our professional networks.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Experience Project Manager

MB92
09.2019 - Current

At MB92, I've worked as part of the management team on most of the projects and even had the chance to lead four of them from start to finish. Together with my team at MB92, we've improved processes and reduced costs.


Key responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute detailed project plans, ensuring alignment with client objectives and budgets.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams to complete projects efficiently, meeting deadlines and quality standards.
  • Establish effective communication channels with clients, fostering long-term relationships and satisfaction.


Most relevant projects and tasks:

  • MY LADY LARA (91m): 10 - months project.

- Preparation for complete painting.
- Coordination of the dismantling and assembly of all hull doors and boarding elements (including service).
- MMEE service and maintenance works on other elements of the engine room.
- Renewal and repair of pipes in the Jacuzzi and swimming pool systems
- Cleaning and pain touch up on most of the yacht's tanks.


  • MY SEA RHAPSODY (65m): 7 - months project.

- MMEE service and maintenance work on other elements of the engine room.

- Sliding door service.

- Small an cosmetic pain touch-ups


  • MY TALITHA (80m): 2 - months project.

- MMEE service and maintenance work on other elements of the engine room.


  • MY HALO (55m): 8 - months project.

- Extending the yacht's swim platform by over a meter (old platform complete removal and adding a new section)

- Renovation of the aft gangway.

- New VSAT domes installed


  • MY MAYAN QUEEN (92m): 2 - months project.

- Complete hull painting (grey colour)

Assistant Project Manager

MB92
11.2018 - 12.2018

Two months as Assistant Project Manager granted valuable insights into the superyacht refit industry, covering trends, project management, and maintenance.

Site Manager

RARI
01.2018 - 11.2018

Led a major project at the SEAT car factory, implementing an automated forklift system for efficient truck loading at the assembly line.


Key responsibilities:

  • Oversee the automated forklift project, ensuring alignment with client needs and company standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance project delivery across engineering, design, production, and quality control.
  • Maintain communication with SEAT and stakeholders, addressing concerns and providing project updates.
  • Coordinate on-site activities for timely installation, testing, and commissioning of an automated forklift system.
  • Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement strategies for project success within budget.
  • Ensure safety compliance, fostering a secure and productive team environment.

Assistant Project Manager

RARI
02.2017 - 12.2017

Promoted to Assistant Project Manager, building on my Mechanical Design Engineer background.


Key responsibilities: .

  • Support the Project Manager in fostering a positive and collaborative working environment, promoting open communication and team cohesion.
  • Handle materials and tools management, optimizing their use and allocation throughout the project lifecycle. .
  • Coordinate with suppliers and external partners, ensuring the timely delivery of products and services, and maintaining strong relationships
  • Manage and maintain project-related technical documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and accessibility for all relevant stakeholders.

Mechanical Design Engineer

RARI
10.2016 - 01.2017

Key responsibilities:

  • Evaluate and resolve technical issues, modifying and adjusting designs as necessary.
  • Estimate and control the costs of the design, production, and maintenance of mechanical systems.

Mechanical Design Engineer

RARI
11.2015 - 09.2016

At RARI, collaborated with a skilled team for creative design, production, assembly, and maintenance solutions, including automotive and conveyor systems.


Key responsibilities:

  • Optimize mechanical designs to reduce production costs.
  • Conduct FEA and engineering assessments for structural and mechanical strength.

Naval Architect

De Antonio Yachts
03.2015 - 10.2015

Over the course of 8 months at De Antonio Yachts, I fully engaged in the nautical sector as a Naval Architect, gaining hands-on experience in small yacht design and production.


Key responsibilities:

  • Produce accurate construction drawings for various small yacht models.
  • Improvement of the 3D models of the yacht interiors to adapt them to the client's preferences.

Education

Master of Engineering - MEng - Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

West Pomeranian University of Technology
2017

Master of Engineering - MEng - Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Universitat Politècnica De Catalunya
2017

Master of Engineering - MEng - Numerical Methods in Engineering

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
2013

Yacht Design

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

Engineer's degree - Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Universidad Nacional Experimental Politécnica de la Fuerza Armada
2011

Engineer's degree - Mechanical Engineering

Universidad del Zulia
2009

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)

Software

SolidWorks

Rhinoceros 3D

MS Office

AutoCAD

Timeline

Experience Project Manager

MB92
09.2019 - Current

Assistant Project Manager

MB92
11.2018 - 12.2018

Site Manager

RARI
01.2018 - 11.2018

Assistant Project Manager

RARI
02.2017 - 12.2017

Mechanical Design Engineer

RARI
10.2016 - 01.2017

Mechanical Design Engineer

RARI
11.2015 - 09.2016

Naval Architect

De Antonio Yachts
03.2015 - 10.2015

Master of Engineering - MEng - Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

West Pomeranian University of Technology

Master of Engineering - MEng - Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Universitat Politècnica De Catalunya

Master of Engineering - MEng - Numerical Methods in Engineering

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

Yacht Design

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

Engineer's degree - Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Universidad Nacional Experimental Politécnica de la Fuerza Armada

Engineer's degree - Mechanical Engineering

Universidad del Zulia
Jesus I. Duarte Z.