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Marcus H. Pires

Naples,United States

Summary

Civil Engineer and Aviation Infrastructure Project Manager with over 20 years of experience in infrastructure development, airport operations, and capital improvement programs across the United States and Brazil. Currently serving as Associate Project Manager at Hanson Professional Services, leading engineering design, construction administration, and consultant coordination for multiple projects at Naples Airport. Former Senior Investment Manager for the Brazilian National Civil Aviation Secretariat, where he managed federal airport development programs and coordinated aviation infrastructure improvements nationwide. Proven ability to manage projects from planning and design through construction and closeout, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and public agencies. Extensive experience with airport infrastructure, capital improvement planning, and public-sector aviation development programs.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Project Manager – Aviation Infrastructure

HANSON PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Naples, Florida
07.2024 - Current
  • Managed engineering and construction administration activities for multiple aviation infrastructure projects at Naples Airport, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines.
  • Oversaw project delivery from concept development through design, procurement, construction oversight, and closeout, facilitating seamless transitions and stakeholder communication.
  • Managed project scope, schedule, budgets and consultant deliverables
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary engineering and architectural teams delivering airport capital improvement projects
  • Conducted technical reviews, project meetings, and coordination with airport authority staff and contractors
  • Supported construction administration through contractor coordination, field inspections, and issue resolution, enhancing project execution and quality assurance.

Representative projects include:

  • Airport Facilities Improvement Project
  • Airfield Infrastructure Improvements
  • Airport Operations Facilities and Building Projects

Engineer I – Development Project Manager

TOHO WATER AUTHORITY
Kissimmee, Florida
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Oversaw engineering review and permitting activities for private development and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Evaluated engineering plans, calculations, and construction permits for development projects to uphold quality and safety standards.
  • Conducted site inspections to confirm adherence to agency requirements and project specifications.
  • Engaged with developers, engineers, and public stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
  • Determined system development charges and infrastructure impact fees for accurate project budgeting.
  • Outlined primary responsibilities for project management and execution.

Senior Civil Engineer / Investment Manager

NATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION SECRETARIAT
, Brazil
10.2014 - 05.2023
  • Managed national airport infrastructure investment programs and aviation development initiatives across Brazil.
  • Key accomplishments:
  • Managed 50+ airport infrastructure partnership agreements, directing over $200M in improvements to aviation infrastructure, strengthening national aviation capacity
  • Coordinated federal investment programs to modernize airport infrastructure across multiple Brazilian states, enhancing regional connectivity
  • Coordinated airport operational readiness programs for the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games
  • Implemented aviation technology and passenger facilitation improvements including Fast Travel airport automation systems
  • Developed operational guidelines and procedural manuals for national airport infrastructure funding programs, ensuring compliance and effective implementation
  • Served as the National Civil Aviation Secretariat representative on the Environmental Management Committee of the Ministry of Infrastructure

Senior Civil Engineer

INFRAERO – BRAZILIAN AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE COMPANY
, Brazil
12.2011 - 09.2014
  • Planned and supervised airport infrastructure engineering studies and projects for multiple Brazilian airports.
  • Planning airport expansion and infrastructure renovation projects
  • Coordinated infrastructure development programs and airport facility improvements to enhance operational capabilities.
  • Led project planning and supervision activities to ensure timely and efficient execution.
  • Developed engineering budgets, implementation schedules, and technical documentation to support project objectives.
  • Supervising airport safety and facilities improvement programs across multiple airports

Education

Master - Air Navigation Management

École Nationale de l'Aviation Civile
France

MBA - Airport Management

Unileya
Brazil

Bachelor - Civil Engineering

University of Brasília
Brazil

Skills

  • Airport Infrastructure Development
  • Aviation Capital Improvement Programs
  • Project management
  • Construction Administration & Oversight
  • Budget, Schedule and Scope Management
  • Public Agency Coordination
  • Environmental and Permitting Processes
  • Permitting processes
  • Consultant and Contractor Coordination
  • Infrastructure Planning and Investment Programs

Certification

Airport Safety Professional, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

Languages

  • English
  • Portuguese, Native
  • English, Fluent

Timeline

Associate Project Manager – Aviation Infrastructure

HANSON PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
07.2024 - Current

Engineer I – Development Project Manager

TOHO WATER AUTHORITY
08.2023 - 06.2024

Senior Civil Engineer / Investment Manager

NATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION SECRETARIAT
10.2014 - 05.2023

Senior Civil Engineer

INFRAERO – BRAZILIAN AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE COMPANY
12.2011 - 09.2014

Master - Air Navigation Management

École Nationale de l'Aviation Civile

MBA - Airport Management

Unileya

Bachelor - Civil Engineering

University of Brasília
Marcus H. Pires