Eileen Marquez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Experienced Project Manager with a strong background in the Department of Defense and oil and gas sectors, leading multidisciplinary teams in renewable energy and infrastructure projects. Skilled in project budgeting and regulatory compliance, driving operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Energy Management and Utilities/ Energy Manager
Department of Defense
10.2020 - Current
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians to execute energy management initiatives for a large-scale government installation.
- Managing energy-related projects, including the development of renewable energy and battery storage projects (ranging from $1M to $15M), tracking project budgets and schedules.
- Oversaw energy management projects at Edwards Air Force Base, ensuring compliance with regulations and project objectives.
- Identified and implemented energy-saving upgrades and retrofits, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Provided input on SCE interconnection agreements and conducted coordination studies to optimize service delivery for base power demand.
Facilities Engineer / GIS Analyst / Permitting Support / Land Support
Sentinel Peak Resources/ FMOG/DPSI/ CEI
Bakersfield, CA
01.2016 - 09.2018
- GIS & Permitting: Created and managed a comprehensive GIS database to support engineering and permitting activities. Developed site plans and exhibits for drilling and facility permits, ensuring compliance with Kern County Oil & Gas ordinances.
- Project Manager: Managed a $5.6 million water injection system, including the installation of transformers, MCCs, VFDs, power lines, fiber, PLCs, and RIOs.
- Contributed to SCADA Factory Acceptance Test review meetings and loop checks, ensuring system integrity and compliance.
- Developed and implemented pipeline management plan to meet jurisdictional requirements; analyzed inspection data and provided recommendations for risk assessment and maintenance strategies.
- Reviewed third-party technical designs for new facilities, well pads, and pipelines; prepared AFEs, RFQs, and bid summaries to facilitate project execution.
- Bakersfield, CA
Engineering Coordinator /Engineering Assistant-Civil
Parsons / T.J. Cross Engineers, Inc.
Bakersfield, CA
04.2013 - 08.2016
- Coordinated project progress and budgets for multiple civil engineering projects, acting as primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and internal teams.
- Managed and prepared the scope of services, cost estimates (engineering and construction), material take-off (MTO), work-man-hours, project change notice, schedules, and milestones.
- Delivered design and construction support for civil projects, focusing on grading, drainage, erosion control, secondary containment, and SWPPP development.
- Supported fieldwork, site evaluations, inspections, design, permitting, and construction activities.
- Acted as a technical research assistant for the beneficial reuse of oil field by-product water, researching water quality requirements, entitlements, and potential reuse partners.
- Prepared datasheets of calculations from the information and data gathered.
- Bakersfield, CA
Data Entry/CAD Tech/Quality Assurance/Quality Control/RRS Specialist
Valley Industrial X-Ray – APPlusRTD
Bakersfield, CA
08.2011 - 04.2013
- Performed quality control on autoCAD drawings, DRT crew images, data reports, and final web-based reports, and created mechanical drawings for tanks, vessels, and pipelines.
- Entered and managed field data in the inspection data management system to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
- Trained coworkers on the use of data management software and analyzed results.
- Applied knowledge of radiation techniques in oil fields, including procedures for radiography, ultrasonics, guided ultrasonics, and magnetic flux leakage inspections.
- Write technical reports and post them on clients’ websites.
- Worked in Bakersfield, CA, assisting with various inspections and data management tasks.
Civil Engineer Assistant (Intern)
Cannon Associates
, CA
06.2004 - 01.2007
- Prepared drawings for grading, street improvements, storm drains, sanitary sewers, water lines, and as-builts. Calculated estimates for basic earthwork, drainage, grading, and elevation analysis.
- Conducted field observations and inspections, collecting critical data to support project development and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to clarify project requirements and streamline office procedures, enhancing overall workflow.
- Bakersfield & San Luis Obispo, CA
AutoCAD Operator/Technician (Engineer Intern)
Kern County Water Agency
Bakersfield, CA
05.2003 - 09.2003
- Converted paper drawings into electronic format for pipelines and architectural, mechanical, and structural designs, improving accessibility and accuracy of district facility plans.
- Operated water wells on Kern River Parkway Projects to conduct pump testing and analyze data for performance evaluation.
- Measured hydraulic head-loss in water wells and pipelines to support system efficiency assessments.
- Field located water wells and piezometers using Global Positioning System (GPS) survey equipment and updated the district’s Geographic Information System (GIS) map.
AutoCAD Operator/Technician (Engineer Intern)
Kern County Water Agency
Bakersfield, CA
06.2002 - 08.2002
- Converted paper format drawings into electronic media for pipelines and architectural, mechanical, and structural drawings of district facilities using optical and digital vertical survey equipment, enhancing accessibility and usability of design documents.
- Surveyed and measured hydraulic head-loss in water wells and pipelines, providing critical data for system efficiency assessments.
- Field located water wells and piezometers using Global Positioning System (GPS) survey equipment and update the district’s Geographic Information System (GIS) map.
- Operated water wells on Kern River Parkway Projects to conduct pump testing and collect data, summarizing findings to support project decision-making.
Education
B.S. - Civil Engineering
California State University, Northridge
M.B.A. - Project Management
California State University, Bakersfield
Skills
- Renewable energy projects
- Project management
- Project budgeting
- Risk management
- Regulatory compliance
- Permitting processes
- Infrastructure planning
- Data analysis and reporting
- SCADAs and controls
- Resource management
- Project prioritization
- Team leadership
- Client relations
- Resilience planning
- Incentive programs
- Civil engineering practices
Affiliations
Member of National Society of Leadership and Success
References
References upon request
Timeline
Chief of Energy Management and Utilities/ Energy Manager
Department of Defense
10.2020 - Current
Facilities Engineer / GIS Analyst / Permitting Support / Land Support
Sentinel Peak Resources/ FMOG/DPSI/ CEI
01.2016 - 09.2018
Engineering Coordinator /Engineering Assistant-Civil
Parsons / T.J. Cross Engineers, Inc.
04.2013 - 08.2016
Data Entry/CAD Tech/Quality Assurance/Quality Control/RRS Specialist
Valley Industrial X-Ray – APPlusRTD
08.2011 - 04.2013
Civil Engineer Assistant (Intern)
Cannon Associates
06.2004 - 01.2007
AutoCAD Operator/Technician (Engineer Intern)
Kern County Water Agency
05.2003 - 09.2003
AutoCAD Operator/Technician (Engineer Intern)
Kern County Water Agency
06.2002 - 08.2002
B.S. - Civil Engineering
California State University, Northridge
M.B.A. - Project Management
California State University, Bakersfield