A proven executive with a strong YOY record of profit improvement, I initiated and completed dozens of complex energy, utility and telecom projects for Fortune 500, as well as small to mid-size companies. An adept problem solver, I rescue struggling businesses and elevate successful ones to even greater prosperity. An astute decision-maker, my success in building businesses, negotiating complex contracts and maximizing organizational synergy has amplified each employer’s long-term performance. Recognized as a hands-on executive, I devise/execute strategic plans that translate to consistently strong bottom-line results, and develop management teams equally committed to superior performance. Specialties: Construction, solar, telecommunications, electrical, substations, civil, intelligent traffic systems, underground, project management, general contracting Multiple P&Ls, Integrations, Turnarounds, Change & Crisis Management, EPC, Continuous Process Improvement, Safety, Customer Relations, Business Development, Startups, ROI, Government Relations, Compliance, Contracts, Cost & Risk Control, Organizational Development

Senior Vice President @ From August 2015 to Present (3 months) Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina AreaExecutive Consultant @ Provide a wide range of strategic and tactical business services for clients in the construction and utility markets, with focus on boosting productivity and service quality while increasing revenues/profits. From March 2013 to Present (2 years 8 months) Chief Operating Officer @ SunStreet Energy Group delivers state-of-the-art solar systems without the high cost of ownership. As the Chief Operating Officer, responsible for all operational aspects of the company. From June 2014 to August 2015 (1 year 3 months) Aliso Viejo, CAExecutive Vice President @ Initiated new business strategy to lead their emerging division in the wireless communications market. From August 2013 to June 2014 (11 months) Lenexa, KSPresident @ RGS Energy, the Commercial and Utility Division of Real Goods Solar, is an EPC focused on private business, city, municipality, education, private development, federal and utility sectors of the solar market. From May 2012 to December 2012 (8 months) Louisville, COPresident of Construction @ Quanta Power Generation (QPG) is an EPC company focused on electrical generation in the solar, wind, gas and biomass markets. Utilizing Quanta Services vast capabilities to self-perform most of the work (whether engineering or construction). Over 160MW constructed or under construction to date. From January 2012 to May 2012 (5 months) Chief Executive Officer @ QCS was a sub-parent of Quanta Services, accountable for The Ryan Company, Manuel Brothers, Golden State Utility Co. and North Sky Communications. From January 2010 to January 2012 (2 years 1 month) President @ Based in Norton, MA, The Ryan Company is a nationwide construction company historically focused on public electric distribution and substation markets. In 2008, Ryan diversified into the construction of solar projects throughout the United States – ultimately becoming Quanta Services’ chosen solar contractor. From October 2008 to January 2010 (1 year 4 months) President @ Based in Ceres, CA, Golden State Utility Co. is a $35M full service OSP telecommunication contractor working primarily in the southwestern United States (capabilities include underground and aerial construction, splicing, utility locating and engineering for copper or fiber optics networks). From April 2006 to January 2010 (3 years 10 months) Executive Vice President @ • Full P &L responsibility for all seven divisions of GSU. • Developed and implemented project management standards focused on delivering consistent execution. From March 2005 to April 2006 (1 year 2 months) Vice President @ • Full P &L responsibility for four divisions of GSU. • Identified and implemented companywide Divisional Managers meetings to facilitate better communication, equipment utilization and resource sharing. • Retrained and retooled existing resources to capitalize on joint trench opportunities during the residential housing boom. From June 2003 to March 2005 (1 year 10 months) Regional Manager @ • P&L responsibility to Senior Vice President for three divisions of GSU. • Oversight of numerous service based contracts, as well as several large fixed price bid contracts. • Established new estimating procedures linked to operations necessary to supported market diversification. From April 2002 to June 2003 (1 year 3 months) Project Manager @ • Instrumental in diversification of GSU into public market. Leveraged existing equipment and resources to pursue fiber optic networks for various city, county and state projects. From April 2000 to April 2002 (2 years 1 month) Assistant Resident Engineer @ • Responsible for field inspection oversight, safety and quality assurance. • Appointed to lead utility relocation coordination efforts. • Managed all environmental mitigation projects required to facilitate master development plan. • Involved in contract negotiation and management. From June 1999 to April 2000 (11 months) Project / Office Enginner @ • Responsible for project controls – cost tracking, documentation, RFI’s, submittals, change order management, pay item management, etc. • Involved in constructability reviews on numerous pending projects. • Instrumental in PBCS obtaining ISO 9000 certification. From January 1997 to June 1999 (2 years 6 months)

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering @ California State University-Fresno From 1993 to 1996 Jeffrey Schmidt is skilled in: Contractors, Solar Energy, Electricians, Construction, Project Management, Strategic Thinking, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Construction Management, Problem Solving, Team Leadership, Team Building, Change Management, Photovoltaics, Energy, Engineering, Business Development, Project Planning, Management, Project Estimation, Leadership, Power Generation, Telecommunications, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Procurement, Renewable Energy, Operations Management, Cost Control, EPC, Risk Management, Executive Management, Project Control, Start-ups