Oversee/manage energy efficiency analysis and upgrades to existing buildings and infrastructure. Oversee/manage installation of renewable energy technology
Summary of Qualifications
- Department manager (1½ year) with a successful record of implementing multiple, complex projects on time and within budget
- Project management experience with energy and construction projects (4 years)
- Energy modeling experience for residential buildings in California (2 years)
- Successfully managed and implemented a complex solar PV system
- Experienced in data collection and analysis for solar PV, wind and other renewables
- Strong computer skills - proficient in MS Excel and Word, and Energy Pro v3 & v4. Working knowledge of AutoCAD 2002, AutoCAD LT 2005, Adobe Photoshop
Education
Sonoma State University, 2005
- BA in Environmental Studies, Energy Management and Design Program
- Fundamentals of electrical engineering and thermal engineering as well as broad exposure to energy industry standards and environmental science
- Highest grade ever given in passive solar design class
- 4.0 GPA in core curriculum, 3.94 GPA overall
Work Experience
Naitauba Trust, Fiji Islands
January 2006-August 2009
Development Department Manager January 2008-August 2009
- Oversaw a design and management staff of 8 to deliver all phases of construction projects on a remote island in Fiji
- Increased scope and scale of projects by raising construction crew numbers from 11 to 17
- Managed up to an additional 20 direct reports for special projects
- Prioritized the implementation of energy infrastructure pilot projects in addition to an already established queue of building projects
- Successfully lowered the diesel consumption of one village by 30% through the installation of a 3 phase grid tied 7.41 kW solar PV array. Used this project as "proof of concept" to allow senior island management to apply for funding for island-wide PV installations
- Initiated the construction of new infrastructure for an asynchronous generator which will give the capacity for the automatic paralleling of two generators without expensive automatic switch gear
- Maintained and expanded shipping and purchasing contacts throughout Fiji, the US, Australia and New Zealand
- Developed estimates and budgets for all project and equipment accounts, reviewed all expenses and wrote regular financial and progress reports to senior management
Project Manager January 2006-January 2008
- Worked with the staff engineer to build a comprehensive approach to energy self-sufficiency for the island
- Gathered and assisted with analyzing research and data on renewable energy options and electrical and butane load reduction options
- Helped to produce plans for island-wide solar PV systems which will reduce diesel use by 80%
- Installed NRG anemometer, direction vane and data logger for logging wind speed
- Undertook initial research studies for feasibility of tidal power and biomass gasifiers
- Documented all significant loads and identified cost effective strategies for lowering them
- Supervised the insulation of hot water pipes, adding of weather stripping and door shoes and upgrading of building insulation levels
- Consolidated air conditioning needs, installed energy recovery ventilator (air to air heat exchanger) and decommissioned air conditioners
- Assisted with design and installation of a passive solar hot water system
- Additionally, supervised general infrastructure projects, such as new water lines and engineered concrete construction
Energy Calc Company
February 2004-February 2006
Residential Title 24 Building Energy Analyst
- Became proficient in all aspects of residential building energy analysis, including the use of Energy Pro software
- Responsible for building take-offs, interacting with clients and understanding California's residential energy code
- Focused on modeling heat gain/loss through the building envelope, and devising best strategies for envelope design including window specifications and construction assemblies
- Built custom material profiles for unusual materials such as adobe and Rastra Blocks using measured R-value and specific heat for those materials
- Advised designers and homeowners on best approaches for using passive solar without excessive heat gain and glare
- Advised designers and homeowners on different types of energy efficient HVAC systems most suited to their situation
- Exposed to energy modeling for commercial lighting and mechanical systems
Self-Employed
November 1996-December 2003
Skilled Carpenter
- Worked for “green contractors†as well as standard building contractors and became proficient in all aspects of residential construction from foundations through finish work
- Focused on understanding and practicing energy efficiency through quality construction
- Exposed to electrical, HVAC and plumbing with some hands on experience
- Became self-employed in 2000 and worked directly for clients in the Bay Area managing renovations
- Experienced in all phases of construction project management from cold calling potential clients to establishing a network of reliable subcontractors, and resolving conflicts between sub-contractors and clients
- Maintained excellent client relationships and consistent repeat business
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