Garștea Mariana

About

Mariana Garștea is a remarkable leader in Romania's construction industry, holding the position of CEO at Sixense România, a subsidiary of the global Sixense group, specializing in monitoring the long-term behavior of structures through advanced digital solutions. With over 17 years of experience in the field, she promotes high standards of quality, sustainability, and structural safety, emphasizing the importance of decisions based on real data for the long-term maintenance of infrastructure. Under her leadership, the company has achieved significant growth, such as a turnover of 2.9 million euros in 2025 and a doubling of its team in one year, and has been involved in major projects like the Lugoj-Deva highway or the Arcul de Triumf National Rugby Stadium. As president of the Professional Association for Geotechnical and Structural Monitoring (APMGS), the first of its kind in Romania, Mariana Garștea actively collaborates with public and private authorities to implement best practices in geotechnical and structural monitoring. She advocates for the integration of digital technologies, such as real-time and satellite monitoring, into critical infrastructure projects, criticizing the practice of postponing supervision work in public projects. Among her achievements are the award for female management in the construction industry at the Capital Women of Success Gala and contributions to the digital transformation of the sector, including the opening of an office in Cluj to cover the western region of the country. Although details about her personal life remain private, Mariana Garștea emphasizes the importance of professional balance and values such as integrity and authentic leadership, inspiring through her personal example. Arriving in Romania in 2007 by a fortunate coincidence, she has transformed industry challenges into a mission to promote a safe and resilient built environment, prepared for climate risks and operational pressures.