Smart Water Institute

Digital Water Leadership

Arturo Parra Quispe leads digital water projects worldwide, connecting SCADA, IoT, smart metering and operations to deliver measurable, resilient utility transformation.

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Digital Water Leadership

Leading digital water projects from strategy and SCADA integration to smart metering, commissioning, and operational improvement.

Digital Water

A person with a striped shirt and a cap is standing in front of a computer screen displaying data and analytics. Another laptop is open on a desk below the monitor, and a large metallic tank with a pressure gauge is nearby.

SCADA & IoT

Leading digital water projects from initial scope through commissioning, combining governance, technical delivery, stakeholder coordination and operational readiness.

A setup of interconnected pipes and meters mounted on a brick wall, with a series of horizontal red beams. Vertical yellow pipes contrast against the red structure and the dark brick background, housing several utility meters and valves.

Smart Metering

Connecting SCADA, IoT, smart metering, GIS and analytics to help water utilities improve visibility, efficiency and informed decision-making.

The image features a construction site by a river with metal barriers and various equipment, including pumps and pipes. In the background, there are buildings and leafless trees under a clear sky. Graffiti is visible on some barriers, and there is signage related to the construction work.

Project Leadership

Managing international teams, suppliers and contractors across complex environments, with close attention to cost, schedule, quality, risk and compliance.

Common Questions

What does your digital water work cover?

I lead digital water projects from initial scope through engineering, commissioning, operations, and continuous improvement.

Which technologies do you specialize in?

My expertise includes SCADA, IoT, smart metering, AMI/MDM, GIS, digital twins, analytics, and IT/OT integration.

How do you lead complex projects?

I coordinate multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and partners across international, complex delivery environments.

What project responsibilities do you manage?

I manage budgets, schedules, risks, contracts, procurement, quality, compliance, change, FAT/SAT, and project governance.

Where have you delivered international projects?

My experience spans Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the United States, and Latin America.