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Frank L. Ruffing

Pittsburgh

Summary

Dynamic Energy Program Director with a proven track record at Fazio Mechanical Services, Inc., driving significant cost reductions through innovative energy management strategies. Expert in project management and client communication, successfully implementing multi-million-dollar initiatives that saved clients hundreds of thousands. Adept at strategic planning and fostering strong relationships to achieve sustainability goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Energy Program Director/Project Manager

Fazio Mechanical Services, Inc.
Pittsburgh
06.2013 - 06.2025
  • Co-developed an Energy Management and Sustainability department within a large commercial mechanical company.
  • Responsible for developing and implementing energy and cost saving measures for commercial clients through the use of on-site audits, utility management, no-cost incentive programs and turn-key projects utilizing a network of resources.
  • Responsible for meeting with clients to discuss energy goals and methods to achieve goals at the least amount of up-front cost and capital expense.
  • Successfully saved clients hundreds of thousands of dollars on energy savings and cost offsets to projects and renovations.
  • Project Managed a multi-million-dollar rollout of Variable Speed compressors for a large supermarket chain.
  • Managed an Energy Management monitoring system rollout for Whole Foods, including gathering data through site visits, making decisions on which equipment needs monitored based on program specifications and implementing the rollout including Project Management and client communication.
  • Coordinated with power companies to shut down electric while installing monitoring devices on the main feed.
  • Worked with First Energy and Duquesne Light to implement and execute measures which provide no-cost energy upgrades and audits through programs such as the 'Small Business Program' and utility incentive programs developed under ACT 129.
  • Helped clients implement Demand Response programs to earn money through energy curtailment.
  • Managed the Refrigerant Conversion program, which required site-visits, pricing, proposals and managing the implementation and setting up contingency plans in the event of issues.

Energy Analyst & Account Manager

Encentiv Energy
Pittsburgh
06.2011 - 06.2013
  • Worked directly with utility companies for the implementation of programs developed for ACT 129.
  • Responsible for calculating savings based on the TRM, gathering equipment data, site visits to include auditing.
  • Managed large accounts, such as PNC, to ensure they were utilizing available programs and to meet with the Facility Heads and Energy Managers to go over results.

Program Manager

USDA (NRCS)
Greensburg
06.2009 - 06.2011
  • Assisted in the implementation of Conservation Programs offered through the U.S.D.A, primarily for Farmers and rural landowners.
  • Field work including surveying, mapping, and meeting with clients.
  • In office work required knowledge of Federal programs to develop conservation plans using a variety of methods such as GPS and Government specific computer software.

Project Manager

Informing Design, Inc.
Pittsburgh
09.2005 - 10.2007
  • This position was a combination of Project Management and field work to gather geographic information for the development of maps and wayfinding signage.
  • Responsible for traveling to various cities to gather site information, followed by developing and implementing wayfinding signage from highway to destination, along with meeting clients to discuss the development stage and execution.
  • Worked on larger projects for the Maryland Department of Transportation, Winnipeg Wayfinding System, Pittsburgh Wayfinding System and developing the official map of the Montreal Trucking Association.

Administrative Clerk

United States Veterans Affairs
Pittsburgh
03.2003 - 09.2005

Deployment Specialist - Embassy Contact

United States Air Force
09.1997 - 09.2001
  • Directly communicated with the U.S. Embassies abroad regarding humanitarian and operational missions to ensure all regional protocols were followed and personnel arrived safely.
  • Responsible for briefing base Squadron Commanders and Airmen on site, country and location details.

Education

Landscape Architecture

Chatham University
01.2011

Bachelor’s Degree - Architectural Studies

University of Pittsburgh
01.2009

Associate Degree - Electronics

New Mexico State University
01.2003

Skills

  • Project management and auditing
  • Utility management
  • Energy management
  • Data analysis
  • Cost reduction
  • Energy audits
  • Incentive programs
  • Client communication
  • Program development
  • Team collaboration
  • Strategic planning and research
  • Fieldwork and Microsoft Office
  • Business communication and leadership
  • Product development and account management
  • Accounting expertise
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Strategic planning
  • Problem solving
  • Process improvement
  • Relationship building
  • Compliance management
  • Expense control
  • Project management

Volunteer Experience

House of Waxx, Volunteer Coordinator and Youth Mentor

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Energy Program Director/Project Manager

Fazio Mechanical Services, Inc.
06.2013 - 06.2025

Energy Analyst & Account Manager

Encentiv Energy
06.2011 - 06.2013

Program Manager

USDA (NRCS)
06.2009 - 06.2011

Project Manager

Informing Design, Inc.
09.2005 - 10.2007

Administrative Clerk

United States Veterans Affairs
03.2003 - 09.2005

Deployment Specialist - Embassy Contact

United States Air Force
09.1997 - 09.2001

Landscape Architecture

Chatham University

Bachelor’s Degree - Architectural Studies

University of Pittsburgh

Associate Degree - Electronics

New Mexico State University

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