Jose Gallego | Project management | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Jose Gallego | Project management | Best Researcher Award

Projects Director at ARDITEC, France.

Juan-JosĆ© Manzano is a seasoned architect and sustainability expert with over 20 years of experience in corporate strategy, project management, and eco-design. He is the founder of ARDITEC, focusing on sustainable development, and has been involved in numerous EU projects promoting sustainability. He is also a technical advisor for the French ecolabel NF HABITAT/HQE, advising on high-quality environmental standards. His portfolio includes self-sustaining buildings, eco-designed hotels, and residential projects, demonstrating his dedication to sustainable architecture. šŸŒšŸ—ļøšŸ’”

Professional ProfileĀ 

Education & ExperiencešŸŽ“šŸ’¼

  • 2021: Technical Advisor, NF HABITAT / HQE, QUALITEL, France šŸ†
  • 2007: Master 2 International Project Management, UniversitĆ© Paris Dauphine, France šŸŽ“
  • 2004: Architecture, Universidad del Valle, Colombia šŸ›ļø
  • 1998: Scientific Preparatory Class, Patrick County High School, USA šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø
  • 1997: Scientific Baccalaureate, St. Antonio Ma. Claret, Colombia šŸŽ“

Professional DevelopmentšŸŒšŸ”¬

Juan-JosĆ© Manzano has evolved into a multifaceted professional with expertise in sustainable architecture, project management, and finance. As a founder of ARDITEC, he leads R&D efforts in sustainable development, while managing multiple eco-design projects that integrate energy efficiency and bio-based materials. His technical advisory role for NF HABITAT/HQE ecolabel further reflects his commitment to promoting high environmental standards in architecture. He has successfully directed large-scale projects globally and participated in numerous EU-funded research initiatives. His interdisciplinary approach blends architecture, sustainability, and business management. šŸŒ±šŸ”šŸ’¼šŸ“Š

Research FocusšŸ§‘ā€šŸ’»āš—ļø

Juan-JosĆ©’s research primarily focuses on sustainable development, eco-design, and environmentally friendly construction. His work bridges the gap between architecture and sustainability, with a strong emphasis on bio-based materials, energy efficiency, and self-sustaining buildings. He participates in EU-funded research projects related to nanotechnologies, green construction techniques, and renewable energy integration. His contributions aim to advance eco-friendly building practices, offering solutions to reduce the environmental footprint of urban development. His research is central to improving sustainability standards in construction and urban planning. šŸŒ±šŸ šŸ”¬šŸ’”

Awards & HonorsšŸ†šŸŽ–

  • Best Student of the class of 2004, Universidad del Valle, Colombia šŸŽ“šŸ…
  • Best Student Scholarship, St. Antonio Ma. Claret, Colombia šŸ†šŸŽ“
  • Master 2 International Project Management ā€“ Honors, UniversitĆ© Paris Dauphine, France šŸ†šŸŽ–ļø

Publication Top Notes

  • “An economic and environmental comparison between forest wood products ā€“ Uncoated woodfree paper, natural cork stoppers, and particle boards,” published in the Journal of Cleaner Production in 2021.
  • “Social Life Cycle Assessment of Pulp and Paper Production ā€“ A Portuguese Case Study,” published in Computer Aided Chemical Engineering in 2020.