Jack French, CEM, CMVP

Senior Manager, Energy Analytics at GridPoint

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

About

A client-facing energy efficiency professional using data-driven strategies to deliver comprehensive energy usage solutions for commercial and industrial buildings. Well-practiced in group-oriented work and leadership roles through career experiences in data analytics, energy management systems, measurement & verification, and IT consulting. Passionate about multiple topics within science and technology, especially energy efficiency and sustainability.

Experience

  • GridPoint (Full-time · 10 yrs 1 mo)
    • Senior Manager, Energy Analytics
      Mar 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 4 mos

    • Manager, Energy Analytics
      Apr 2020 - Mar 2022 · 2 yrs

      Energy Advisory Services: Analytics, Proactive Monitoring, and Data Validation > Delivering data integrity, reliability, and accuracy > Adherence to IPMVP criterion in generating energy conservation deliverables > Tuning control strategies to align with varying customers' requirements > Configuring smart building algorithms to promote dynamic energy efficiency > Thorough analysis of granular data and trends to develop operational insights > Query optimization and automation for enhanced delivery of actionable analytics > Directly engaging with customers to strategize energy savings opportunities, facility management improvements, and identification of exceptions > Mapping processes and designing workflows to increase the efficiency and efficacy of analytics offerings

    • Energy Data Analyst
      Jun 2016 - Apr 2020 · 3 yrs 11 mos

      > Optimizing efficiency, comfort, and equipment lifespan through applied analytics and control strategies > Querying (SQL Server, PG Admin/Postgres, Snowflake), leveraging business intelligence tools (MicroStrategy), validating data, and creating interactive visualizations > Statistical modeling adhering to IPMVP methodology to support avoided usage figures > Advising customers on strategies to reduce energy consumption and meet project goals > Working alongside product management to enhance current offerings and brainstorm new energy management tactics > Composing and providing input on marketing collateral to highlight energy efficiency offerings and industry best practices

  • Associate Consultant at Revenue Solutions, Inc.
    Jun 2014 - Jun 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Missouri Department of Revenue Tax Integration Project: Compliance and Functional teams - Providing implementation support services to the Missouri DOR on IT-related engagements - Assisting with writing and implementing unit test plans and debugging processes - Executing scripts, data preparation deliverables, and system integration tasks - Writing and maintaining algorithms to identify non-compliant behavior and generate revenue - Designing, configuring, and coding functional business rules for Missouri state tax forms - Verifying migration artifacts from development to testing environments and resolution of failures

  • Physical Science Teaching Assistant at James Madison University
    Jan 2014 - May 2014 · 5 mos

    Traditional concepts covered in introductory physics courses encompassing: motion, forces and energy conservation, thermodynamics, light, waves, magnetism, and electricity. Staging and supervising laboratory exercises, instructing students on experimental procedures, assisting in data preparation and analysis.

  • Pharmacy Technician at CVS Pharmacy
    Jun 2012 - Sep 2013 · 1 yr 4 mos

    Entering prescription and patient information, knowledge of brand/generic interchange, pharmacy process, quality control, state and federal compliance maintenance, customer service, team-focused mentality

  • Sales/Consulting Intern at Victaulic
    May 2013 - Aug 2013 · 4 mos

    Manufacturer of grooved mechanical piping solutions including couplings, fittings, and valves. - Gained understanding of commercial HVAC systems - Learned how to identify key influences and build customer relationships - Effectively schedule, facilitate, and close a sales call - Analyze specifications and CAD drawings to determine company opportunity - Create pricing sheets using Microsoft Excel