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CHRISTY PEDRAZA

Whittier,CA

Summary

Experienced leader with over a decade of team management, mentorship, and employee development skills. Proven track record in fostering growth and productivity. Recognized for quickly learning, enhancing efficiency, and providing innovative solutions. Strong communicator who builds solid relationships with peers and leadership. Highly organized professional with a knack for managing large-scale projects. Known for analytical skills and adaptability in driving initiatives to successful completion while ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Aurora Blue Consulting and Design
08.2022 - Current
  • Lead dry utility consulting services for large-scale residential and commercial developments, overseeing utility design, permitting, and coordination.
  • Manage client portfolios and act as primary point of contact with developers, architects, civil engineers, and utility providers.
  • Direct and mentor project teams, reviewing deliverables for accuracy, compliance, and quality standards.
  • Coordinate with major utility companies (e.g., SCE, PG&E, Frontier, Spectrum) to facilitate design approvals and resolve conflicts.
  • Drive project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to meet client deadlines and reduce delays.
  • Prepare utility service applications, construction packages, and permitting documents in line with agency standards.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and drive project success.
  • Developed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies for multiple concurrent projects.

Utility Designer

Aurora Blue Consulting and Design
10.2020 - 08.2022
  • Performed structural analysis on utility poles using Ocalc, ensuring compliance with GO95 and utility-specific requirements.
  • Generated pole loading reports and technical documentation for use in design and permitting.
  • Worked closely with engineers to optimize pole use and reduce material costs while maintaining safety standards.
  • Assisted with quality assurance by reviewing load data and correcting discrepancies in GIS and field data.

Planner

California Traffic Control
08.2020 - 10.2020
  • Create traffic control plans that align with safety protocols and guidelines
  • Create multiple plans efficiently while following each city's guidelines
  • Work with the Engineers to insure proper planning and safety procedures

Power Engineering Technologist I

Pike Corporation, PG&E
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Create safe and cost-effective designs for projects of a moderate to difficult nature
  • Prepare project packages that include material lists, requisitions, site drawings and construction drawings for installation of electrical facilities in a cost-effective and timely manner
  • Coordinate with construction personnel and client to resolve jobsite issues related to project
  • Ensure project loadings are within safety specifications using Ocalc and standards specific to the project's region
  • Coordinated major/ and multiple minor projects while providing leadership and development of peers

Returns Lead

NRI Distribution
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Establish and delegate daily and weekly task to team of 4+
  • Create clear pathway of communication with clients by logging data daily onto newly created spreadsheets
  • Become Returns Lead within three months of hiring
  • Increase production by 50% within 1 month of promotion by streamlining returns process
  • Create a safe and productive environment which lead to an increase in productivity
  • Maintain client relationships and assist or manage conflict resolution

Receiving Manager

Beverages and More
01.2014 - 09.2018
  • Gain a thorough understanding of i5 receiving program
  • Refine and expedite receiving process using i5 program
  • Train other receivers at different stores and districts
  • Receive merchandise in an efficient and timely manner which lead to the lowest shrink percentage in the store's history
  • Establish and maintain open communication with merchandisers, supervisors, staff, and customers

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physics

California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA
12.2014

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • OCalc, SPIDA Calc
  • SAP Bilingual (speaking, reading, writing): Spanish
  • Project planning
  • Scope management
  • Client relationship management
  • Client relations
  • Training and mentoring
  • Project management

Certification

  • Qualified Applicant Designer, Southern California Edison- 2022
  • New Quest Leadership and Performance Development Training Program - 2019

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Aurora Blue Consulting and Design
08.2022 - Current

Utility Designer

Aurora Blue Consulting and Design
10.2020 - 08.2022

Planner

California Traffic Control
08.2020 - 10.2020

Power Engineering Technologist I

Pike Corporation, PG&E
08.2019 - 03.2020

Returns Lead

NRI Distribution
09.2018 - 08.2019

Receiving Manager

Beverages and More
01.2014 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Physics

California Polytechnic State University

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