SILVIA BARBOSA
San Francisco
Summary
Trilingual Senior Environmental Engineer with over 15 years of leadership in water and waste management, recognized for a proven track record in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and leading high-stakes audits for large-scale governmental agencies. Currently specializing in Water Resources Regulation and Environmental Geography at the doctoral level, focusing on the integration of ESG principles and ISO standards into critical infrastructure projects. Possesses a solid foundation in engineering, adept at implementing sustainable practices and ensuring regulatory compliance while fostering collaborative team environments that drive impactful results. Reliable and adaptable, equipped with key skills in project management and environmental impact analysis, consistently valued for a strategic approach and unwavering integrity.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Environmental Engineer – Audit Department
EMPRESA BAIANA DE AGUAS E SANEAMENTO S.A. (EMBASA)
Brazil
10.2013 - Current
- Executive Oversight: Leading the Audit Sector in evaluating water and sanitary sewage services across 7 regional units to ensure operational integrity and regulatory alignment.
- Compliance Leadership: Directing technical audits for over 120 projects annually, ensuring 100% adherence to state EHS regulations and ISO 9001/14001 standards.
- Governance & ESG: Serving as Secretary of the Corporate Equity Commission (ESG) and Vice President of the Internal Committee for Disasters Prevention (EHS).
- Led cross-functional teams to implement sustainable water management solutions.
- Developed and optimized environmental compliance programs for wastewater treatment facilities.
- Conducted comprehensive environmental impact assessments to support project approvals.
- Analyzed data from environmental monitoring systems to drive regulatory compliance and improvements.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to integrate innovative technologies into existing water treatment processes.
- Collaborated with stakeholders during public meetings, addressing concerns related to proposed projects and their potential impacts on the environment.
- Strategic Planning: Spearheaded the development of the City Plan of Basic Sanitation Services for 6 municipalities.
- Policy Negotiation: Facilitated high-level Cooperation Agreements between municipal governments and federated entities to secure long-term water resource management goals.
- Performance Monitoring: Managed quarterly engineering meetings to analyze and notify procedures for regional sanitation units.
Environmental Engineer
BECK DE SOUZA ENGENHARIA / FLORAM ENGENHARIA
Brazil
04.2012 - 02.2013
- High-Value Permitting: Developed protocols for environmental licensing in infrastructure projects valued at R$8M+.
- Regulatory Compliance: Managed water management programs and conducted field assessments to ensure EHS permitting accuracy.
- Led environmental assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and promote sustainable practices.
- Developed and implemented remediation strategies for contaminated sites, enhancing ecological restoration efforts.
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams to execute environmental projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
- Conducted data analysis using GIS tools to identify environmental impact and inform decision-making processes.
Environmental Analyst
AGB PEIXE VIVO / JM ENGENHEIROS CONSULTORES
Brazil
09.2009 - 03.2012
- Collaborated with diverse stakeholders, including government, civil society, and water users, to mitigate conflicts and preserve the integrity of the São Francisco River Basin.
- Conducted in-depth analysis and support for environmental licensing processes and administrative regularization studies to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Conducted environmental impact assessments to evaluate project compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential areas for sustainability improvements.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYST
Topazio Imperial Mineiracao,
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
08.2007 - 02.2009
- Conducted environmental impact assessments to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainable practices.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential environmental risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement sustainability initiatives.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing findings, recommendations, and compliance status for stakeholders.
- Documented and communicated corrective procedures implemented for atmospheric emissions and waste management in biannual reports submitted to environmental agencies.
- Achieved successful completion of environmental impact studies and reports, enhancing project compliance. Delivered effective environmental control plans and reports, improving regulatory adherence. Facilitated recovery plans for degraded areas, promoting environmental restoration.
Environmental Engineer
ISB –Intelligent Systems for Business & Universidade Federal De Ouro Preto
Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
05.2006 - 05.2007
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities in project execution.
- Streamlined waste management processes, reducing operational costs while improving overall efficiency in resource usage.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop environmental policies that align with corporate sustainability goals and community needs.
- Evaluated new technologies for pollution control, driving innovation in environmental engineering solutions within the organization.
- Facilitated communication with ISB to establish a strategic partnership for creating software that adheres to federal environmental regulations.
- Analyzed and organized solid waste data from steel industries in conjunction with federal, state, and city regulations for inclusion in a software database.
ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATOR
RESICOM Residuos Industriais
Contagem, Minas Gerais, Brazil
12.2005 - 04.2006
- Oversaw a four-member team to enhance and expand the industrial waste segment of the company.
- Designed and implemented training materials aimed at improving the knowledge and performance of team members and interns.
- Developed and implemented environmental management systems to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted audits and assessments to identify improvement opportunities in waste management practices.
- Designed and integrated waste management strategies following ISO 9001/14001 guidelines to promote best environmental practices.
- Created and integrated comprehensive environmental management systems to facilitate adherence to regulations.
- Analyzed waste management practices through audits and assessments to identify areas for operational enhancement.
- Coordinated efforts with cross-functional teams to enhance sustainability initiatives within operational frameworks.
- Developed and delivered training sessions on environmental policies and procedures, promoting staff awareness and compliance.
Education
Ph.D. - Geography (Environmental Studies)
UFBA, POSGEO
05-2026
M.S. - Professional Management & Water Resources Regulation
UFBA
01-2023
Post-Baccalaureate - Water Resources Environmental Management
IFCE
01-2018
B.S. - Environmental Engineering
UFOP
01-2005
Skills
- Strategic Leadership: ESG Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Inter-agency Negotiations
- Compliance & Risk: Senior Auditor for ISO 9001/14001, EHS Regulations, Environmental Permitting
- Technical Expertise: Water Resource Management, Basic Sanitation Planning, Waste Management Systems
- Environmental policy development
- Waste management
- Water quality management
- Environmental compliance
- Environmental auditing
- Environmental data analysis
- Recycling
- Compliance inspections
- Waste disposal
Certification
Internal Auditor ISO 9001/14001, Water Losses Management, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Law.
CERTIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Languages: English (Fluent), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Native).
Timeline
Senior Environmental Engineer – Audit Department
EMPRESA BAIANA DE AGUAS E SANEAMENTO S.A. (EMBASA)
10.2013 - Current
Environmental Engineer
BECK DE SOUZA ENGENHARIA / FLORAM ENGENHARIA
04.2012 - 02.2013
Environmental Analyst
AGB PEIXE VIVO / JM ENGENHEIROS CONSULTORES
09.2009 - 03.2012
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYST
Topazio Imperial Mineiracao,
08.2007 - 02.2009
Environmental Engineer
ISB –Intelligent Systems for Business & Universidade Federal De Ouro Preto
05.2006 - 05.2007
ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATOR
RESICOM Residuos Industriais
12.2005 - 04.2006
M.S. - Professional Management & Water Resources Regulation
UFBA
Post-Baccalaureate - Water Resources Environmental Management
IFCE
B.S. - Environmental Engineering
UFOP
Ph.D. - Geography (Environmental Studies)
UFBA, POSGEO
CERTIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Technical Tools: QGIS, Microsoft Office Suite, Field Data Management.