Carlos Dominguez
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Project manager orchestrating solar battery energy storage and electric vehicle infrastructure initiatives across commercial, industrial, and multifamily sites.
Overview
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Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Interconnection & Permitting Specialist
Centrica PLC
Sacramento, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Supported end-to-end utility interconnection and permitting for nationwide portfolio of complex commercial, industrial, and multifamily distributed energy projects, including solar PV, BESS, and EV infrastructure.
- Helped build local utility approval plans by reviewing tariff structures, export limits, net metering rules, and utility service setups to improve project feasibility.
- Reviewed and updated engineering packages, including single-line diagrams, site plans, and load data, to maintain code compliance and reduce utility rejections and technical deficiencies.
- Flagged project risks early by checking transformer capacity limits, service upgrade needs, telemetry requirements, and possible failed screening scenarios to support smoother execution.
- Coordinated with AHJs and city permitting offices to align structural and electrical drawings with local building codes and utility requirements.
- Managed field installers and subcontractors during construction to keep installations aligned with approved designs, project scope, and timelines.
- Supported affordable housing project compliance through SOMAH audits, load justification analysis, and accurate incentive documentation to secure approvals and funding.
Sr Project Manager
Spectrum Energy Development Inc.
Sacramento, CA
11.2016 - 05.2025
- Directed concurrent portfolio of 60 active solar/BESS and energy projects from initial engineering design through final commissioning and PTO, achieving significant capacity expansion.
- Accelerated project delivery timelines by building strong operational relationships with California utilities, engineering teams, and affordable housing developers.
- Managed comprehensive project financials and operations, including budgeting, phase construction, material procurement, localized permitting, and subcontractor field performance.
- Enforced strict QA/QC and building science standards by aligning all construction phases with California Title 24 compliance and utility interconnection requirements.
- Specializing in low-income multifamily housing developments, establishing expertise in design and VNEM navigation across multiple utilities while serving as key contact for California SOMAH program requirements.
Energy Specialist
203K Construction /Energy Consultant / HERS Rater / BPI Analyst
02.2006 - 11.2016
- Executed energy efficiency assessments and audits through a consulting business, delivering tailored recommendations to improve energy performance for clients.
- Executed HERS testing, Title 24 verifications, and solar/energy audits for residential and commercial property portfolios throughout California.
- Conducted technical building diagnostics, including HVAC testing, duct diagnostics, building envelope analysis, and combustion safety metrics.
- Managed all aspects of phase construction and energy improvements for 203K HUD FHA rehabilitations, enhancing property performance and compliance.
- Authored compliance documentation and energy models for state-level green rebate programs, FHA 203k inspections, and real estate assessments, ensuring regulatory adherence and facilitating client access to incentives.
F/A-18 Aircraft Troubleshooter / Aviation Machinist Mate
United States Navy
02.1997 - 01.2006
- Led aviation maintenance teams in managing F/A-18 jet engines, hydraulic systems, and mechanical subsystems during high-pressure deployments, ensuring mission readiness.
- Served as a Certified CDI/QA Inspector overseeing technical teardowns, structural rebuilds, and performance testing compliance, maintaining high standards of safety and reliability.
- Served on active duty in military operations, ensuring readiness and support for various missions.
Education
Sustainable Facilities Management Certification -
California State University
SacramentoSkills
- Utility interconnection
- Tariff analysis
- Single-line diagrams
- Load analysis
- Utility compliance
- Program management
Certification
Building Performance Certifications | Building Performance Institute (BPI), Certified Building Analyst | Building Shell Specialist | Multifamily Analyst, Building Performance Contractor Training Program | CalCERTS, Inc., Advanced Technical Training (F/A-18 Systems & Maintenance) | Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT), Pensacola, FL
Timeline
Interconnection & Permitting Specialist
Centrica PLC
05.2025 - Current
Sr Project Manager
Spectrum Energy Development Inc.
11.2016 - 05.2025
Energy Specialist
203K Construction /Energy Consultant / HERS Rater / BPI Analyst
02.2006 - 11.2016
F/A-18 Aircraft Troubleshooter / Aviation Machinist Mate
United States Navy
02.1997 - 01.2006
Sustainable Facilities Management Certification -
California State University