Andy Lopez Franquiz
Los Angeles
Summary
Experienced operations and development professional with over a decade of success in the renewable energy and home improvement industries. Background includes permitting, utility compliance, project management, marketing, and business development. Proven ability to lead teams through complex renewable energy projects, including solar, battery storage, and related upgrades. Skilled in managing construction workflows, navigating regulatory environments, and coordinating with cities, counties, and utility providers across multiple states. Additional experience includes developing high-impact proposals, hosting corporate engagement events, and building strategic partnerships with contractors, agencies, and funders. Committed to driving practical, scalable solutions that advance clean energy and business goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Development Consultant
GRID Alternatives Greater Los Angeles
05.2024 - Current
- Lead the development and submission of $6M+ in grant proposals supporting solar workforce equity and inclusive clean energy access
- Drive cross-functional collaboration between program, outreach, and executive teams to align funding strategy with organizational goals
- Build and manage relationships with philanthropic foundations, corporate sponsors, and public agencies to secure multi-year support
- Design and implement systems for tracking deliverables, outcomes, and reporting requirements across multiple funding streams
- Host and coordinate corporate volunteer workdays to strengthen funder engagement and community partnerships
- Develop compelling narratives, impact data, and proposal materials to showcase program outcomes and promote equity-driven initiatives
- Represent GRID GLA in strategic meetings, funder briefings, and collaborative planning sessions with regional stakeholders
Permitting and Utility Department Manager
Solar Optimum
07.2020 - 05.2024
- Managed the processing of 100M+ annual construction permits
- Reviewed blue print plans for solar / energy storage systems / and panel upgrade construction projects
- Supervisor for utility meter spots, disconnect/reconnects, meter unlocks, gas meter relocations, and all of utility/gas company compliances
- Sets goals and KPI's for department personnel
- Reviewed government entity contracts (SoCalGas, SDG&E, more upon request) before approving work orders (trenching, relocations, gas line extensions, clearances to main service panels/gas meters, etc.)
- Engineered proposals for field alternatives to minimize costs for homeowners and sub-contractors
- Expert for recommendations regarding field corrections issued by all government organizations (post permitting): city, county, fire department, or utility/gas inspectors
- Improved company SOP's and drafts scaling reports for new offices
- Completed managerial tasks of a wide variety relating to business expansion (more details upon request)
Permit Specialist
City of Santa Monica
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Issued construction building permits for City of Santa Monica
- Calculated and invoiced building and safety permit fees (plan check and final fees)
- Specialist for tenant improvements, seismic retrofitting (mandatory & voluntary), commercial and residential demolitions, single trade and combination trade projects
- Routed plan checks to Building & Safety, Planning, Public Works, Mobility, RRR, and other various city departments for review
- Trained on CSLB regulations, ProjectDox, Geographic Information Systems, Citizen Access, Accela, and other government software
- Lead permit technician assessing and processing permit renewals and permit extensions
- Answered public inquiries and point of contact for various projects on behalf of the city
- Spanish speaking liaison for the permit services team
Energy Operations / Production Manager
Treeium Energy, Formally SolReliable
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Managed home improvement projects from initiation to completion
- Oversaw day to day company activity and funding predictions
- Ensured company protocol, CSLB, and legal compliance
- Implemented new processes for a more efficient and effective flow of operations
- Responsible for measuring and achieving KPI's (COGS, service, quality, timeline)
- Processed employee payroll, subcontractor payroll, and front lined company accounts receivable
- Conducted business development meetings and industry research
- New employee on-boarding and training
- Marketing data review
Operations Manager
SolReliable
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Reported to CEO & CFO
- Managed home improvement projects from initiation to completion
- Oversaw daily company activity and various sub departments
- Ensured company protocol, CSLB, and legal regulations were upheld
- Implemented new processes for a more efficient and effective flow of operations
- Responsible for meeting funding and project deadlines set forth by CEO
- Processed employee payroll, subcontractor payroll, and front lined company accounts receivable
Marketing Associate
Keller Williams Realty
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained company social media accounts (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook)
- Designed marketing proposals and plans for realtor events
- Set branch goals, and brainstormed for customer and realtor outreach plans
- Assisted with branding for an established realtor
- Reviewed intern projects and provided feedback
- Engineered posters, edited videos, and distributed them through various marketing software
- Responsible for crafting and executing networking events
Compliance / Permit Manager
SunTime Energy Builders
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed direct contact with clients from project initiation to completion
- Thoroughly drafted and reviewed home improvement/solar contracts and enforced company policy
- Supported Customer Service Manager with contract translation and marketing
- Managed a team of 15 employees and completed weekly reports
- Liaison between Sales Managers and Project Coordinators
- Contacted Northern, Central, & Southern county/city jurisdictions for submission, revision, and issuance of construction and building permits
- Solar & Battery Interconnection manager for all utility companies in California (where applicable)
University Resident Advisor
California State University
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Developed, planned, and implemented developmental programming for 54 residential students
- Trained in applied crisis intervention skills such as Question-Persuade-Refer (QPR) & Suicide Prevention Training
- Conducted mediations of residents to facilitate conflict resolution
- Managed an allocated budget per semester
- Conducted fire, health and safety inspections twice a year
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
California State University, Northridge
05.2001 - 05.2018
Skills
Successful management of teams of 20 employees
Budget management
Drafting plans & proposals
Flexible team player and thrives in environments requiring ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects
Advanced communications skills
Proficient in creating and maintaining relationships (B2B,B2C, C2C, C2B)
Computer-literate performer with extensive software proficiency covering a wide variety of applications (CAD, Word, PowerPoint, Dreamweaver, Excel, Adobe, Outlook, DropBox, DocuSign, and more upon request)
Certified by the following finance companies: HERO, Benji, California First, SunPower, SunRun, and GreenSky (more available upon request)
Fluent in Spanish and English (writing and verbal skills)
Timeline
Development Consultant
GRID Alternatives Greater Los Angeles
05.2024 - Current
Permitting and Utility Department Manager
Solar Optimum
07.2020 - 05.2024
Permit Specialist
City of Santa Monica
10.2019 - 07.2020
Energy Operations / Production Manager
Treeium Energy, Formally SolReliable
10.2018 - 10.2019
Operations Manager
SolReliable
01.2018 - 10.2018
Marketing Associate
Keller Williams Realty
01.2017 - 01.2018
Compliance / Permit Manager
SunTime Energy Builders
01.2015 - 01.2018
University Resident Advisor
California State University
01.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
California State University, Northridge
05.2001 - 05.2018
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