DIEGO CASTRO
Nashville,TN
Summary
Results-driven Electrical Superintendent and Tennessee Master Electrician with 12 years of experience in managing diverse construction projects from preconstruction to closeout. Skilled in estimating, budgeting, procurement, and project execution, with a strong track record in leading teams and maintaining safety and profitability. Expertise in coordinating healthcare infrastructure requirements and delivering projects up to $5 million with a focus on client satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Superintendent
INTERNAL SOLUTIONS ELECTRIC, LLC
Nashville, Tn
2024.09 - Current
- Supervise electrical installation projects ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Supervised a team of electricians in performance of daily tasks related to project completion.
- Trained junior electricians in best practices and safety protocols, enhancing team safety and performance.
- Promoted safety and work site awareness by identifying and removing potential hazards and effectively training team members in safety protocols.
- Managed master project scheduling and created plans for materials and work assignments for job completion.
- Prepared labor forecasts, project budgets, and scopes of work, managing project execution from preconstruction through closeout.
- Obtained proper permits to carry out electrical work on facility and construction projects.
- Identified areas where efficiency could be increased through improved processes or technology upgrades.
- Generated productive cycle times for labor, equipment, and materials, identifying job cost reduction strategies.
- Reviewed blueprints and technical drawings for accuracy before implementation.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high work standards on-site.
- Meticulously tested installations to check continuity of circuits and compatibility and safety of components using test equipment such as ohmmeter, amp meter, voltmeter and oscilloscope.
- Performed quality assurance checks on completed installations prior to commissioning.
- Resolved production challenge including supply shortages and inclement weather delays.
Electrical Superintendent
FOUNDER ELECTRIC
Nashville, Tennessee
2022.03 - 2024.10
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, overseeing budgeting, procurement, forecasting, workforce planning, scheduling, purchasing authority, subcontractor coordination, and project execution to ensure timely delivery and adherence to project specifications.
- Supervise electrical installations for healthcare, commercial, tenant improvement, and specialty construction projects valued up to $5 million.
- Led teams of up to 15 personnel and coordinated MRI, CT, and X-Ray infrastructure installations while utilizing Procore to support project communication, documentation, and coordination activities.
- Reviewed plans, designs, and schematics for accuracy, ensuring compliance with project requirements and facilitating smooth implementation.
- Meticulously tested installations to check continuity of circuits and compatibility and safety of components using test equipment such as ohmmeter, amp meter, voltmeter and oscilloscope.
- Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
- Monitored safety practices among personnel, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and promoting a safe work environment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting process control systems to determine root cause of problems.
Construction Manager
APEX CONSTRUCTION & RESTORATION
Nashville, Tn
2020.10 - 2022.01
- Directed estimating, budgeting, procurement, scheduling, subcontractor management, quality assurance, and client relations while overseeing projects from planning through final turnover.
- Managed luxury residential renovation and restoration projects valued up to approximately $1.5 million.
- Developed project schedules and budgets for efficient resource allocation.
- Oversaw on-site operations to ensure quality workmanship and adherence to plans.
- Facilitated communication between clients, architects, and team members for clarity.
- Reviewed architectural plans and specifications for accuracy before execution.
- Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors and other professionals involved in construction processes.
- Coordinated the delivery of materials to job sites and supervised subcontractors to ensure quality control.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors for each project.
- Worked closely with city officials regarding permits required for various types of construction projects.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources, and staff scheduling for simultaneous jobs.
- Directed the preparation of the site before construction, including land clearing and grading.
- Fostered relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and securing future business opportunities.
- Prepared detailed project reports, documenting phases, milestones, and final outcomes.
- Utilized project management software to plan, track, and manage construction activities efficiently.
Electrician → Lead Electrician → Foreman
CGI ELECTRIC
2013.01 - 2020.08
- Progressed through increasingly responsible leadership positions through technical expertise, project execution, and workforce leadership.
- Led crews in diverse projects across healthcare, commercial, educational, hospitality, government, multifamily, and tenant improvements, coordinating labor, materials, inspections, and quality control to ensure timely project completion.
- Assisted in training junior electricians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Led safety meetings to promote best practices among team members on job sites.
- Diagnosed electrical issues with testing equipment and troubleshooting techniques, contributing to swift resolution of system failures.
- Collaborated with contractors to meet project specifications, enhancing communication and project alignment.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Evaluated electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify and resolve defects and safety risks.
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
- Executed installation of conduit, wires, and motor controls to ensure operational efficiency.
- Connected electrical wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components for system integration.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Executed trenching and hole creation to facilitate conduit pulling and support installation.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Installed grounding system per NEC code requirements.
- Responded to emergency callbacks and provided onsite support.
- Selected equipment and fixtures to draft wiring layouts and develop plans for installation according to project specifications.
- Maintained current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.
- Placed and installed safety systems and set up emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Worked with building management to optimize system performance.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled electrical work while collaborating with fully qualified professionals for guidance.
- Interpreted engineering drawings related to low voltage wiring diagrams.
Education
Electrical Engineering -
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, Tn 2020.08 - 2020.12
Cane Ridge High School
Nashville, TNSkills
- Electrical management
- Microsoft Excel & Preconstruction
- Estimating
- Cost management
- Workforce Planning/Management
- Quality Assurance
- Risk Management
- Vendor management
- Procore
- Microsoft Word
- Client Relations
- Team Leadership
Representative Project Experience
MRI Imaging Suites, CT Imaging Suites, X-Ray Facilities, Medical Offices, Dental Clinics, Healthcare Renovations, Government Buildings, Educational Facilities, Hospitality Facilities, Restaurants, Retail Facilities, Commercial TI, Mixed-Use Developments, Luxury Residential Renovations, Restoration Projects, Outdoor Living Spaces, Custom Residential Construction
Licenses And Professional Development
- Tennessee Master Electrician License
- NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm & Signaling Code Training
- Tennessee Business & Law Management
- Loxone Automation Bootcamp
Timeline
Electrical Superintendent
INTERNAL SOLUTIONS ELECTRIC, LLC
2024.09 - Current
Electrical Superintendent
FOUNDER ELECTRIC
2022.03 - 2024.10
Construction Manager
APEX CONSTRUCTION & RESTORATION
2020.10 - 2022.01
Electrical Engineering -
Trevecca Nazarene University
2020.08 - 2020.12
Electrician → Lead Electrician → Foreman
CGI ELECTRIC
2013.01 - 2020.08
Cane Ridge High School