Accomplished, effective Project Manager with proven record of completing complex, cross-functional projects from initial budget through closeout. Achieving high level of performance in leading the engineering, design and construction of multiple concurrent projects. An effective problem solver consistently meeting customers’ and stakeholders’ expectations. Experienced in managing a project team and mentoring colleagues.
Project Engineer @ Responsible for capital projects to upgrade major facilities and equipment at several electrical substations. Maintain a close relationship with the end users and engineers to develop the project scope and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include:
• Development and monitoring of project schedules and budgets
• Procurement of equipment
• Contractor oversight and contract management
• Ensure all projects comply with regulatory requirements and meet the highest level of safety.
• Provide close oversight of construction contractors and prompt and cost effective solutions to emergent issues.
• Report project status to stakeholders and implement corrective actions to ensure projects are completed on budget and on schedule
• Ensure proper closeout of projects including turnover of as-build drawings and applicable documentation
• Personnel coaching From June 2002 to Present (13 years 7 months) Director Nuclear Oversight @ Managed numerous projects at electric power generating stations with an emphasis on streamlining and improving the quality of construction projects, operations and maintenance activities.
• Spearheaded timely completion of over 140 improvement initiatives resulting in excellent performance improvements and positive feedback from regulatory agency.
• Managed application for on-site dry storage of spent fuel From January 1997 to November 2000 (3 years 11 months) Program Manager @ Managed a project to develop and implement an Engineering Assurance program for a major electric generating station.
• Organized and coached engineering, project and construction management staff and managed several project.
• Implemented project management techniques and developed processes resulting in improved engineering and construction of major projects.
• Managed implementation of specific activities to review plant as-constructed conditions and design basis reducing costly design changes and construction delays. From January 1996 to June 1997 (1 year 6 months) Director, Project Engineering @ • Hired, coached and supervised a group of over 40 project engineers and construction managers.
• Responsible for management of all power plant capital projects from cradle to grave.
• Managed a $200 million capital improvement program. Developed project scopes, schedules, cost estimates, cost benefit analyses and obtained buy-in from station personnel (customer), senior executives and regulatory agencies. For all projects ensured activities were performed safely and efficiently in accordance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Other duties included: contract administration such as, preparation of RFPs, bid evaluations, vendor/contractor negotiations and selection, definition of cash flow requirements, budget preparation, project financial oversight including approval of all payments and change orders. Led regular project review meetings with stakeholders, regulatory agencies and other outside organizations to obtain permits and approvals. Some projects successfully completed include:
o Training Building - $28 million o Sewage Treatment plant - $2.5 million
o Administration Building $10 million o Fire protection upgrades $11 million
o 250,000 Sq. ft. Warehouse – $ 5 million o Plant Electrical Upgrade - $3 million From June 1989 to December 1996 (7 years 7 months)
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering, A @ Pratt Institute From 1972 to 1974 Leon PMP is skilled in: Power Generation, Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Power Plants, Power Distribution, Project Engineering, Engineering, SCADA, Smart Grid, Energy, Substation, Electric Power, Electricians, Commissioning, Nuclear