Canada
PROFILE A project manager/engineer with extensive experience in engineering automation systems, power generation and variable renewable energy development such as solar + storage and wind power generation. Knowledgeable in strategic planning, resource integration as well as design, specification, implementation and general project administration. A proficient team player with proven abilities in general project control, involving technical and administrative follow ups, quality assurance, risk management, and with a passion to learn more. Holds a Bachelors’ degree in mechanical engineering, postgraduate in electrical engineering and PMI-PMP Certified. Fully licensed member of Engineers Nova Scotia (P.ENG) SUMMARY OF SKILLS • Process Management & Strategy Initiatives – Contract Management, Project Planning, Budgeting/ Cost Estimations, Quality Assurance and Occupational Health & Safety. • Facilitation & Communication skills – Strong Leadership and Interpersonal skills, Interdisciplinary work abilities, . • Stakeholder & Vendor Relationship Management – Entrepreneurship & Negotiations skills Project Monitoring/Controls and Excellent Communication Skills (Verbal & Written). • Documentation & Modelling Tools – Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, PMWeb, MS Project, • Soft Skills – Strong Analytical Skills, Result Oriented, Team player, Negotiation skills and Organisational Skills.
Responsible for managing the execution of utility scale battery (BESS) & Solar PV projects and coordination of related activities with various stake holders and internal departments. #MakeTheDifference
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• Evaluation of RFP and technical reviews of submissions by prospective vendors for the grid battery projects in Halifax. • Consultations with Authorities Having Jurisdiction, local communities on site acquisition including collaboration with other internal and external stakeholders. • Conducting Risk Review meetings and updating of the risk register on the PM Web platform. • Participated in the engagement and management of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and review of expert studies. • Collaborating with finance on financial management with respect to costs, budget and procurement related matters. • Schedule reviews and updates as the project progresses in phases with the availability of more information. • Creation and improvement of development and project management infrastructure along with standards development procedures • Preparation and assessment of technical documentation, interconnection study processes, transmission service capabilities and curtailment.
• Management of diverse project teams and collaboration with team members on project planning, execution, generation of cost estimates and development of general project parameters. • Updated management and Clients/Customer representatives and Stakeholders with timely reporting (KPI's), anticipated Project Risks and proposed mitigation approaches. • Provided management, direction and support to the project team while ensuring that activities adhered to guidelines of Authorities Having Jurisdiction. • Established strategic plans and operational overhauls, and recommended process improvement approaches during project execution complete with performance metrics. • Structured development plans with procedures and processes while supporting project delivery to meet up with milestones during execution. • Identification and mitigation of project risks by ensuring implementation of various control mechanisms.
• Monitored project performance and developed actions to address project risks and issues and ensures projects were on track and were delivered on-budget, on-schedule within scope. • Developed cost evaluation techniques with strong bearings on value engineering resulting in a consistent increase in company profit after tax. • ¬Performed administrative duties, liaised with regulatory authorities for necessary approvals and also ensured regulatory requirements were followed on projects. • Managed project resources, supporting team members and allocating tasks on established project functions to meet timelines and deliver on budget. • Detailed management and accountability for project functions including the key component areas like risk, budget, schedule and scope.