Highlights:Successfully led the capital cost planning and estimation efforts for a major expansion project in the mining sector, managing a portfolio exceeding $100 million in investments. Delivered accurate forecasts, reduced financial risk, and optimized capital allocation through multidisciplinary coordination and strategic planning.

Skills:CAPEX Management, Capital Projects, Cost Estimation, Project Budgeting, Engineering Economics, Industrial Projects, FEL Methodology, Construction Estimating, Industrial Projects, Cost Control, EPC Projects, Feasibility Studies, Earned Value Management, Project Controls

Goal:To contribute my expertise in capital project engineering, cost estimation, and CAPEX management to industrial projects in the United States. My goal is to join an organization where I can deliver high-impact results through efficient planning and execution, while continuing to grow professionally in a global environment with long-term commitment.

Membership:Member – CREA-MG (Brazilian Regional Council of Engineering and Agronomy)

Certification:Project Management: Internal training and practical application (FEL methodology) International Project Management

Honor:Recognized for consistent excellence in project delivery and capital planning across multiple industrial initiatives. Commended by leadership for technical accuracy, initiative, and cross-functional collaboration.

Senior Cost & Budget Engineer / Mechanical Engineer 04/2021 - current
Mineração Morro do Ipê, Brumadinho, Minas gerais Brazil
Industry: Mining
Senior Mechanical Engineer responsible for CAPEX planning, cost estimation, and industrial project development in the mining sector.
• Led cost estimation and budgeting for capital investment projects, including both sustaining and expansion initiatives. • Developed and maintained CAPEX plans aligned with business objectives, supporting decision-making at strategic and operational levels. • Provided technical and financial coordination for multidisciplinary projects, applying FEL methodology and risk management practices. • Acted as the point of contact for project engineering and mechanical design, integrating procurement, construction, and commissioning interfaces. • Supported project controls and finance teams by delivering accurate forecasts, expenditure reports, and financial performance analysis. • Conducted critical reviews of third-party engineering deliverables and vendor packages, ensuring compliance and alignment with project scope. • Contributed to long-term asset improvement through capital efficiency, innovation, and structured project execution in a lean team environment.--
Senior Project Estimator 11/2017 - 01/2021
Paul Wurth, Belo Horizonte, Minas gerais Brazil
Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Mechanical Engineer involved in industrial EPC and turnkey projects, with temporary leadership of budgeting, contracts, and commercial coordination.
• Participated in the engineering and execution of large-scale industrial projects, primarily in the steel industry, within EPC and turnkey project frameworks. • Temporarily led the budgeting, contracts, and commercial areas, overseeing cost estimates, contract negotiations, and supplier interface for capital projects. • Developed and reviewed mechanical engineering deliverables, supporting design optimization and alignment with project requirements. • Collaborated with international teams and clients to ensure successful delivery of engineering packages, equipment procurement, and installation. • Conducted project cost control and supported bid development for strategic proposals. • Engaged in multidisciplinary coordination with electrical, civil, and automation teams for integrated project delivery. • Supported the development of schedules, scope definitions, and interface management between project phases.--
Senior Construction Estimator 08/2011 - 09/2017
MIP Engenharia, Belo Horizonte, Minas gerais Brazil
Industry: Construction
Mechanical Engineer responsible for supporting the electromechanical assembly of industrial plants, including site supervision and technical coordination.
• Provided on-site technical support for mechanical assembly in large-scale industrial construction projects, including equipment installation and piping systems. • Participated in multidisciplinary coordination between civil, electrical, and automation teams to ensure execution aligned with project specifications and timelines. • Supported construction management teams with scope verification, material checks, and technical interface with suppliers and subcontractors. • Assisted in reviewing mechanical drawings, installation procedures, and assembly plans for mining and industrial facilities. • Ensured compliance with safety, quality, and engineering standards during field activities. • Contributed to the efficient handover of mechanical systems to commissioning teams.--

Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) 03/2005 - 08/2011
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Mechanical Engineering
Completed a five-year Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering at UFMG, one of the most prestigious engineering schools in Brazil. The program included intensive coursework in thermodynamics, materials, structural analysis, mechanical design, and project management, with a strong focus on industrial applications and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Lucas Guastaferro 04/25 Mechanical Engineering, CAPEX Management, Cost Estimation, Capital Projects, Project Engineering, Industrial Projects, Mining Industry, Steel Industry, Project Controls, Budgeting, FEL Methodology, Construction Estimating, Project Execution, EPC Projects, Risk Management, Project Planning, Engineering Economics, Project Budgeting, Cost Control