Responsible for a development portfolio of ~7700MWh of utility scale Battery Energy Storage Projects and ~1000MW in PV Solar throughout CAISO and PJM.Current success rate- >90% of projects proceeding> $1 Billion in anticipated budget with > $250MM committed Managed CAISO interconnection process for 11 projects in various stages and processes. Successfully completed: 3 Cluster processes (1- C13, 2- C14 Phase 1s), 3 ISPs, 8 MRs, 4 MMAs, 3 LGIAs. Managed PJM interconnection process for 7 incremental expedited cluster processes and 8 SIS processes.Negotiated contracts for:EPCBattery, solar, and inverter procurementIntegration/ controls supportDirect responsibility for the Development department including:12- Professionals who manage specific scope including permitting, land, engineering, procurement, execution, and new resource implementation (CAISO NRI).

Current responsibilities include acquisition O&M diligence, integrating operations of acquired facilities, and managing operations and maintenance of a fleet of power plants owned by affiliates of Avenue Capital, a multinational Private Equity fund with more than $11 billion in assets under management. Currently, the portfolio consists of 12 natural gas-fired plants and 2 coal plants with a combined capacity of over 4300MW.Responsible for a portfolio of: 48 Turbines/ ~3,600MW with 160 employees.Review and give direction on over $150 million in budgeted annual O&M, and major maintenance.Participate in Operations and Environmental diligence efforts for potential acquisitionsManage portfolio property and casualty insurance policy and associated claims with a Total Insured Value of over $2 billion. Optimize maintenance cost and cash impacts by negotiating and managing maintenance contracts including 2 Long Term Service Agreements.Reorganize facilities to streamline business and influence maximum performance from managers and individual contributors.Minimize staffing costs while maximizing effectiveness within HR laws and company policies.Responsible for reorganization efforts that have resulted in quantifiable performance improvementsat High Desert (35 FTE), Midway (2 FTE), and CalPeak (6FTE).Review operational and maintenance records and implement necessary improvement programs.Manage projects, contracts, and budgets for high impact projects.

Adjunct Faculty at Gonzaga University’s School of Engineering and Applied SciencesLead Senior Design groups mainly focused on research methods, project management, and leadership.

Directly responsible for managing a portfolio of power plants and LNG sites around the United States- 47 Turbines/ ~2,500MW/ 1 LNG production facility with 80 employees and 6 direct reports:6- Plant Managers with care, custody, and control of various facilities.Responsible for the standup and commissioning of a ~$60 million greenfield Liquified Natural Gas facility in Pennsylvania.Review and give direction on over $100 million in budgeted annual O&M, and major maintenance.Reorganize facilities to streamline business and influence maximum performance from managers and individual contributors.Minimize staffing costs while maximizing effectiveness within HR laws and company policies.Responsible for reorganization efforts that have resulted in quantifiable performance improvements at Quail Run, Hazleton, High Desert, and CalPeak.Review operational and maintenance records and implement necessary improvement programs.Manage projects, contracts, and budgets for high impact projects on behalf of private equity ownership group.Oversaw plant management of ~$45million forced outage at a large combined cycle.Led investigative effort on behalf of NAES of ~$45million dollar insurance claim at the large combined cycle to provide ownership and insurer with highly detailed evidence supporting insurability. Manage and direct Plant Managers of assigned plants on matters relating to NAES performance in all appropriate areas, ensure all contractual requirements are met and power is produced in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner.Encourage team building and employee development to develop a bench of future leaders.

Manage services for power plants on behalf of investment firms that own them.Encourage revenue growth by inspiring clients to purchase needed additional services.Serve as a reliable point of contact for each customer to establish a strong business relationship.

Project duties include managing technical and contractual projects at power generating assets (renewable and non-renewable)Executed multiple renewable projects internationally:Part of commissioning a 330MW geothermal power plant in IndonesiaConsultant at power plant and water desalination plant in SingaporeStationed in Caribbean to consult on efficient operation on a wind power on Bonaire.

Developed comprehensive and proven operational programs and procedures. Technical responsibilities included the review, assessment and development of detailed operating procedures, flow diagrams, policy manuals, and preventive maintenance plans. Management Responsibilities include labor forecasting, budgets, and schedules.

Fossil Generation Engineer I N.E.O. (New Engineer in Operations)Stationed at Redhawk, a Combined Cycle 4 Combustion Turbine/ 2 Steam Turbine Natural Gas fired power plant, zero liquid discharge facility. My job tasks include learning and performing tasks that are critical to plant operation and providing engineering support: (July 2012- March 2014)