Professional Summary

Professional Overview

Paulo Montenegro is an accomplished sustainability and compliance professional with over 15 years of experience in the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) domain. As the Head of Sustainability at Grupo ROCA and the Sustainability and Compliance Manager at Elastri Engenharia, he spearheads strategic initiatives to drive sustainable practices, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote environmental stewardship.

Experience Summary

Current Roles

Head of Sustainability, Grupo ROCA (2025-01-01 to Present)

Responsible for developing and implementing Grupo ROCA's comprehensive sustainability strategy, aligning with global ESG frameworks

Oversees the implementation of sustainable practices across the organization, including energy efficiency, waste management, and renewable energy initiatives

Collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability principles into business operations and decision-making processes

Serves as a trusted advisor to the executive leadership team, providing strategic guidance on sustainability-related matters

Sustainability and Compliance Manager, Elastri Engenharia (2019-02-01 to Present)

Manages the company's sustainability and compliance programs, ensuring adherence to local and international environmental regulations

Leads the implementation of robust environmental management systems, including ISO 14001 certification

Develops and delivers training programs to enhance employee awareness and engagement in sustainability initiatives

Represents the company in industry associations and sustainability forums, actively contributing to the advancement of sustainable practices

Career Progression

Prior to his current roles, Paulo Montenegro has held various positions in the EHS field, including:

Consultant at PSM Gestão Sustentável (2017-01-01 to 2019-02-01)

Occupational Safety Engineer at Brookfield Incorporações, Odebrecht, Seta Engenharia, and Hospital Sao Francisco (2011-06-01 to 2016-11-01)

Environmental Engineer at Corplan Consultoria Ambiental (2007-07-01 to 2011-06-01)

Occupational Safety Technician at Bioseg - Clínica de Medicina e Segurança do Trabalho and Prefeitura Muncipal de Concórdia (2003-05-01 to 2007-06-01)

Throughout his career, Paulo has demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainable development, compliance, and workplace safety, consistently driving positive change within the organizations he has served.

Academic Background

Paulo Montenegro holds a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering from the Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC) and a postgraduate degree in Occupational Safety Engineering from the Universidade do Vale do Itajaí (UNIVALI).

Areas of Expertise

Sustainability strategy development and implementation

Environmental management systems and compliance

Occupational health and safety program management

Stakeholder engagement and partnership building

Cross-functional collaboration and project management

Policy and regulatory framework analysis

Continuous improvement and performance optimization

Professional Impact

Instrumental in achieving ISO 14001 certification for Elastri Engenharia, enhancing the company's environmental management practices

Led the implementation of energy efficiency and waste reduction initiatives at Grupo ROCA, resulting in a 20% decrease in carbon emissions and 15% increase in waste diversion

Served as a member of the Advisory Board for the Brazilian Association of ESG, contributing to the development of industry-leading sustainability standards

Recognized as a distinguished member of the European Academy of Senior Management for his exceptional contributions to the field of sustainability and compliance

Conclusion

With his extensive experience, deep technical expertise, and proven track record of driving sustainable change, Paulo Montenegro is a respected leader in the sustainability and compliance field. He is committed to empowering organizations to achieve their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and responsible business practices.