As the Vice President of Field Services at ExecuPOWER, I have transformed our firm into a prominent player in the utility sector. I oversee all aspects of field operations, including general contracting, construction management, quality control, EHS services, storm restoration support, outage planning, and testing and commissioning. Leading a dynamic team, I ensure flawless execution of public utility projects nationwide, focusing on safety and customer satisfaction.My role includes providing strategic direction, fostering team development, driving business and client growth, and managing multiple departments. I adapt to remote reporting structures, fostering innovation and developing robust processes. Active engagement in recruiting and developing talented staff ensures alignment with ExecuPOWER's values and success trajectory.Key responsibilities include providing vision for the Field Services division, aligning goals with organizational objectives, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. I drive initiatives to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities, contributing to growth while strengthening client relationships and seeking avenues for expansion. I manage and guide various departments, ensuring seamless collaboration and efficient operations through effective processes for remote reporting.I actively recruit top talent, focusing on staff development and mentorship. I strategize and implement expansion plans to increase service areas across the U.S., considering market dynamics and opportunities. Enhancing operational efficiency, I oversee project execution with a focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Providing financial oversight, I ensure fiscal responsibility and contribute to overall profitability. Additionally, I collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans, including engineering and project management, focusing on EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) opportunities.

As the Manager of Construction Management at ExecuPOWER, I led a team of Construction Managers in successfully executing a portfolio of overhead and underground electric utility projects across the Mid-Atlantic service territory. Pioneering the creation and growth of the construction management department, I transformed it from a startup into a thriving entity with 50 personnel.In this role, I implemented a proprietary and technological approach to project execution, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality in the Power Utility Industry. I developed and executed business development strategies that secured major contracts with large investor-owned utilities. My financial oversight, including managing budgets, invoicing, accruals, and ensuring the company’s rapid transition to a cash-positive state, was crucial to our success.I conducted the recruiting, hiring, and training processes, fostering a strong culture of talent and performance management. Utilizing project management skills on a large scale, I ensured the successful execution of overhead and underground electric utility projects during the execution phase. I also hired and developed a management staff, facilitating departmental scaling and efficient operations across multiple states, navigating regional variations to ensure consistent project success.My responsibilities included managing operations and teams across multiple states, developing and mentoring a management staff to support continued growth and operational scalability. I collaborated with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align departmental goals with overall organizational objectives, implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness, and explored additional revenue streams. This diversification expanded our capabilities and offerings to include safety oversight, QAQC inspection, outage coordination, and staffing.

As a Senior Construction Project Manager at Delmarva Power, I managed the oversight of centrally managed construction projects, ensuring all work was performed to standard, within budget, and on schedule. This involved assessing and mitigating risks to minimize adverse conditions affecting both projects and personnel. My work encompassed a variety of distribution, transmission, and substation projects, ranging in voltages from 4kV to 500kV.Responsibilities included managing contracted construction resources to maximize productivity, safety, quality, diversity, and cost savings. Performance of onsite resources was continuously monitored and evaluated to determine future use for Delmarva Power. Engineering design issues and field barriers were resolved promptly to prevent schedule delays.Acting as a liaison between contractors and project teams, I facilitated project schedule execution, controlled project scope, and managed change orders and on-site materials. I led job site walk-downs and coordinated meetings with engineering, construction, and project management personnel to ensure alignment and progress.Project safety was a top priority, with weekly safety audits conducted, participation in job briefings and daily tailgates, and assistance in Root Cause Investigations, Apparent Cause Evaluations, and operating incident reviews as required. Contractor quality assurance was reviewed and verified through quality audits and inspections.I also led construction progress meetings and provided detailed reports to the project team regarding daily site activities, ensuring transparency and accountability. Annotated redlines were provided at project close to document any changes and ensure project completion to the engineer's satisfaction.

As a Distribution Engineer II at Delmarva Power, I provided engineering design and technical direction for projects aimed at improving and expanding the electric distribution system. I ensured a reliable and competitive supply for current and future customers by coordinating projects with construction teams, departments, consultants, and contractors.I supervised union employees, overseeing design and quality control for new developments, reliability upgrades, and distribution automation. I handled electrical coordination, including recloser settings using time-current curves, and conducted engineering analyses for system studies and device coordination. I also commissioned small-scale renewable systems, such as solar and wind infrastructure.In addition to providing input on the capital budget and monitoring expenditures, I led capital improvement projects and system studies, including new customer load, overhead-to-underground conversions, cable replacement, and recloser deployment. I collaborated with key stakeholders, including internal teams and external contractors, to ensure project success.I conducted power quality analyses for customers with voltage issues and supported emergency work for trouble crews. I participated in department planning, provided budget recommendations, and monitored performance to achieve results. I offered technical training, mentorship, peer reviews, and guidance to colleagues. Additionally, I engaged with technical and industry societies to stay updated on new technologies and informed business decisions.

At Pepco, as a Distribution Engineer I, I engineered secondary services for new large residential and small commercial applications in Prince Georges County. I developed technical designs for primary facilities, including heavy up engineering for services that were inadequate for new load. Additional responsibilities also included the coordination of the immense permitting requirements of the area and oversight of union employees and quality control over union design.

During my internship at BASF, I participated in everyday facility maintenance and developed a Metrology Program for the Seaford location. The program included procedures for calibrated instruments, established operation tolerances, and managed instrument replacement protocols. I also trained existing employees on new equipment and the Metrology Program, ensuring compliance with documentation standards. Through this experience, I gained a thorough understanding of Foxboro equipment and control systems.

As an Engineering Intern at Zinger Enterprizes Inc, I supported the development and construction of OASIS (Ocean Atmosphere Sensor Integration System) and COBY (Coastal Bio-Optical Buoy) projects for NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. My responsibilities included designing wiring diagrams and handling the physical wiring of power systems and communication wiring between on-board monitoring equipment and accessories.