Juliana Cesar
Calgary
Summary
Dynamic environmental leader with a proven track record of successful project development, excelling in strategic planning and relationship building. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced client satisfaction and secured key partnerships, while mentoring teams to boost performance. Expertise in project management and regulatory compliance drives successful outcomes in complex environmental projects.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Environment, Society and Regulatory
Pesca Environment
09.2022 - Current
- Proposed and implemented strategic initiatives for the business outside of Quebec, in alignment with the company's leadership.
- Responsible for the business development outside of Quebec (existing and new clients).
- Led proposals preparation until contract signature.
- Acted as Project Director and Account Manager for several clients and projects.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
- Structured the department organization and processes, including the connections with the support areas in Quebec.
- Built and led a team for the environmental projects in AB, BC, ON, NB and other provinces (3 employees plus subcontractors).
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Key role in the corporate annual gatherings, facilitating workshops and delivering presentations to promote innovative thinking.
Sr Environmental Professional - Project Director
Pesca Environment
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Led project planning and execution for environmental projects outside of Quebec, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed and nurtured client relationships.
- Prepared successful proposals, streamlining the process and meeting clients expectations.
- Project management supervision, ensuring project deliverables were prepared within time and budget constraints.
- Mentored junior staff on project methodologies, fostering professional growth and team cohesion within the department.
- Enhanced team productivity through regular progress tracking and performance evaluations.
- Improved client satisfaction rates by effectively addressing concerns and incorporating feedback into future processes.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement, implementing changes that led to increased efficiency within the organization.
- Hired and managed consultants, contractors and sub-contractors to complete project tasks.
Environmental Planner
Pesca Environment
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Led environmental assessments to identify project impacts and compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw budget allocation for environmental projects, ensuring resource optimization and cost-effectiveness.
- Led a multidisciplinary team to develop innovative solutions for complex environmental challenges.
- Completed renewable energy project permit applications in AB.
- Supported environmental operations management in ON and BC.
Environmental Scientist
Ciera Group
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Proposal preparation for international environmental projects funded by Multilateral Development Banks.
- Environmental and Social Due Diligence (gap analysis, correction plan) of projects in acquisition and divestment processes, providing support to a development bank in their decision-making process regarding funding.
- ESDDs of projects in India, Pakistan, Finland, Chile.
- Application of several MDB's environmental and social standards.
- Project management of a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) of the oil and gas sector (confidential client) in Colombia.
Environmental Manager
Petrobras SA
07.2006 - 11.2016
- Acted as Environmental Permitting Manager for the Gas and Power Business Unit, and then as Environmental Liability Manager.
- Supported the development and implementation of environmental management systems to ensure compliance with regulations, including internal audits.
- Prepared and implemented corporate environmental standards for more than 30 operational sites (thermal power plants, pipelines, gas processing plants, LNG facilities, fertilizer plants, wind farms, solar and hydro projects).
- Leadership in the preparation of environmental and social assessments of diverse projects to identify risks and support decision making, from the identification of opportunity (including several different alternatives) to the construction phase.
Environmental Assessments Manager
Habtec Environmental Engineering
08.1996 - 06.2006
- Multidisciplinary teams leadership in the preparation of EIAs and other environmental studies, plans and programs (more than 30 projects).
- Limnology and water quality monitoring of large reservoirs of hydropower plants.
- Environmental permitting coordination.
- Public consultation and hearings.
- Aquatic biology specialist.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Santa Úrsula University
Rio De Janeiro, BrazilDiploma - Environment
Federal University of Rio De Janeiro - UFRJ
Rio De Janeiro, BrazilMaster of Science - Environmental Science
State University of Northern Rio De Janeiro - UENF
Rio De Janeiro, BrazilSkills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving
- Analytical thinking
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration and building
- Coaching and mentoring
Accomplishments
Increased annual revenue from the main client in 130% in 2 years.
Expanded services and knowledge from Alberta to 3 other provinces.
Led process with DFO resulting in $2.5 million in savings for the client.
Managed a project portfolio of $1.2 million in the last 2 years.
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Certification
- Certified Environmental Professional (EP), Environmental Management Specialization - EcoCanada
- Canada Environmental Law and Compliance, Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications
Timeline
Director, Environment, Society and Regulatory
Pesca Environment
09.2022 - Current
Sr Environmental Professional - Project Director
Pesca Environment
05.2022 - 08.2022
Environmental Planner
Pesca Environment
09.2019 - 04.2022
Environmental Scientist
Ciera Group
03.2018 - 08.2019
Environmental Manager
Petrobras SA
07.2006 - 11.2016
Environmental Assessments Manager
Habtec Environmental Engineering
08.1996 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Santa Úrsula University
Diploma - Environment
Federal University of Rio De Janeiro - UFRJ
Master of Science - Environmental Science
State University of Northern Rio De Janeiro - UENF