James Mazza
South Hadley,MA
Summary
As an innovative and goal-oriented leader in the dynamic energy industry, I have gained experience in both business and operational sectors. I am keen to advance my career and academic pursuits. My ambition is to assume progressively greater roles and responsibilities to enhance my contribution in developing energy generation, transmission, and execution in modernized methods to achieve a clean and renewable future of environmental sustainability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Construction Representative II
Eversource Energy
01.2022 - Current
- Oversee Execution of Transmission Line & Substation Capital Expenditure Projects
- Contribute to DER/Grid Modernization Major Projects
- Manage field construction activities utilizing contractor resources.
- Developed Construction Action Plans and Led Implementation
- Maintain adherence to Eversource legal requirements regarding codes and standards, work procedures, environmental policies, and engineered designs.
- Responsible for Critical Aspects of Project when in Construction (Cost/Productivity, Schedule, Best Practices, Eversource Policies/Procedures
- Read and Interpret Design Prints and Mapping to Ensure Proper Project Completion
- Identify & Analyze Problems During Construction and Lead Project Team in Development of Solutions
- Write Constructability Reviews to address viability of key project components and institute proper means and methods
- Assist with Contractor Performance Assessments and Bid Drafting/Selection Process
- On the Authorized Persons List – Have Ability to Take Controllership Over Segments of the Power Grid through Clearances, Permissions, and NRAs
- Develop Outage Sequences for Safe Construction Practices while Maintaining Grid Reliability.
- Lead a Cross-Collaborative Team of Stakeholders with High Complexity Project Outage Interests
- Facilitate Development, Execution, and Sustainment of Complex Organizational Outage Coordination Processes and Procedures
- Monitor and Track Extensive Budgeting and Scheduling for Project Scope Additions and Corrections During Contruction Execution
- Oversee Large-Scale Project Logisitics During Planning and Execution Phases
Emergency Response Field Coordinator
Eversource Energy
01.2022 - Current
- Serve as a part of the Resource Management Team while also fulfilling responsibilities as an Electric Operations Supervisor
- Effectively coordinated work activities for contracted primary line crews to ensure project completion
- Lead a team of contractors and internal Eversource specialists in the field.
- Coordinate Restoration Operations and Oversee Response Logistics.
Associate Construction Representative I Cohort Program
Eversource Energy
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Graduated from Transmission Rotational Training Program
- Took Part in Classes and In-Field Experiences to learn about all departments involved in Transmission Capital Projects
- Including, (Safety, Project Management, Environmental, Engineering, Overhead/Underground, Bulk Operations, Protection & Controls, Technical Substation Operations, Telecommunications, Project Services, and Project Services)
- Assisted Senior Construction Representatives with components of Large-Scale Projects
- Handled Small-Scale Projects under supervision of Senior Construction Representative.
Energy Efficiency Data Analyst
Eversource Energy
Westwood, MA
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Streamlined monthly reporting process across all MA Commercial & Industrial EE Programs
- Gathered and evaluated forecasting information pertaining to various Large C&I initiatives, leading to the creation of informative Status Reports
- Presented findings to Regulatory and Planning, highlighting variances in figures and outlining the causes behind them
- Analyzed and provided Implementation Management with performance insights on various team aspects and customer base at all granularity levels
- Calculated TTC data for customer usage and geographic location analysis in order to facilitate EEC reassignments
- Utilized various measures to track and assess EEC Performance for annual evaluations.
- Meticulously tracked and evaluated the progression of projects across all phases
- Created infographic reports showcasing C&I YTD performance for team gatherings
- Assisted in developing extracts and dashboards to display phase status, study status, collective savings, project intake, and deviations in project lifecycle to prevent delays.
Assistant Energy Efficiency Consultant
Eversource Energy
Westwood, MA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided support to Energy Efficiency Consultants in managing projects and programs.
- Ensured accurate review and approval of projects and programs involving analysis and calculations.
- Managed integration of activities among customers, program administrators, advisory consultants, and vendors
- Ensured accuracy and compliance of all Projects and Programs with Regulatory Guidelines.
- Verified project documentation and program applications for completeness and compliance with program participation requirements.
- Contributed to budgeting, invoicing, evaluation, and expense tracking.
Student Engagement Assistant
Berthiaume Center For Entrepreneurship
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided guidance and assistance to students interested in initiating or advancing business ventures
- Aided in the facilitation of various entrepreneurial events, both within the local community and on campus
- Educated, directed, and connected students with diverse resources available through Berthiaume and other campus organizations.
- Conducted campus recruiting campaigns for various Berthiaume programs including Innovation Challenge and Collegiate Summer Venture Program
- Represented Berthiaume at on-campus events, including HackUMass and HackHer413.
Teaching Assistant - Management 397 Corporate Entrepreneurship
Isenberg School of Management
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Implemented Corporate Style Structure for students' work experience preparation
- Played a key role in creating a comprehensive syllabus, ensuring effective organization of class materials and consistent course delivery
- Provided instruction on corporate innovation approaches employed in different sectors
- Took on the responsibility of facilitating a team project and serving as the Vice President overseeing project team management
Teaching Assistant - Mechanical and Industrial Engineering 564/664
UMass Department of Engineering
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Instructed engineering students (undergraduate and graduate) on the core concepts encompassing entrepreneurial and managerial prowess.
- Acquired knowledge of technical aspects related to engineering from peers
- Leveraged business expertise to enhance comprehension of engineering project management.
Entrepreneurial Leadership and Systemic Innovation Practicum and Independent Study
- Collaborated with Berthiaume Executive Director to cultivate peer leadership in the campus Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
- Sought out knowledge and expertise in employing systemic innovative and inventive thinking by manipulating system parts
- Drafted systemic innovation synopsis based on Closed World Principles.
- Analyzed entrepreneurial ecosystem functionality and identified areas for improvement
- Contributed to the development of strategies for improving student engagement
Education
Post Graduate Program in Project Management -
Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst
07.2024
PMP & CSM Exam Qualification Courses -
Project Management Institute (PMI)
05-2024
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Isenberg School of Management At UMass Amherst
01.2020
MBA - Business Administration With Finance Concentration
Isenberg School of Management: UMass Amherst
Amherst, MASkills
- Progress Reporting
- Planning and Design
- Project Documentation
- Construction Site Management
- Project Management (Traditional & Agile Methodologies)
- Organizational Process Systems Development & Implementation
- Data Analysis & Visualization Modeling
- Project Lifecycle Implementation
- Business Intelligence
- Cross-Collaborative Team Leadership
- Functional Management
- Change Management
- Lean Management (Continuous Improvement)
- Strategic Information Management
- Corporate Entrepreneurship
Certification
- PMI Project Management
- Agile Scrum Master
- Microsoft Project 2021
- Implementing a PMO
- Project Management Capstone
- Professional Risk Management
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB)
- Customer Centric Digital Transformation
- Professional Program Management
Timeline
Associate Construction Representative II
Eversource Energy
01.2022 - Current
Emergency Response Field Coordinator
Eversource Energy
01.2022 - Current
Associate Construction Representative I Cohort Program
Eversource Energy
01.2022 - 01.2023
Energy Efficiency Data Analyst
Eversource Energy
06.2021 - 07.2022
Assistant Energy Efficiency Consultant
Eversource Energy
01.2021 - 01.2022
Student Engagement Assistant
Berthiaume Center For Entrepreneurship
01.2019 - 01.2020
Teaching Assistant - Management 397 Corporate Entrepreneurship
Isenberg School of Management
01.2019 - 01.2020
Teaching Assistant - Mechanical and Industrial Engineering 564/664
UMass Department of Engineering
01.2019 - 01.2020
Entrepreneurial Leadership and Systemic Innovation Practicum and Independent Study
Post Graduate Program in Project Management -
Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst
PMP & CSM Exam Qualification Courses -
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Isenberg School of Management At UMass Amherst
MBA - Business Administration With Finance Concentration
Isenberg School of Management: UMass Amherst
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