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Joe Nunez

El Paso

Summary

A position which will allow me to demonstrate organization, communication, customer service and an opportunity to learn new skills, where experience and abilities would be an advantage to the growth of my employer and me.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Construction Manager

HDR
Reno
01.2024 - Current
  • Owner's Representative overseeing Sierra Solar & BESS - 400MW Phase 1 in Reno, Nevada
  • Provide leadership and technical oversight during all construction phases, ensuring compliance with design, budget, and schedule
  • Manage daily site operations, contractor performance, and subcontractor coordination to maintain project efficiency
  • Ensure quality control and adherence to safety regulations, mitigating risks and resolving site challenges
  • Oversee installation, commissioning, and operational integration of solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS)
  • Collaborate with engineers, project stakeholders, and construction teams to optimize project execution
  • Monitor and validate contractor schedules, cost control measures, and material procurement strategies
  • Review and approve EPC contractor deliverables, including invoices, change orders, and punch list completion
  • Maintain constant communication with project teams, ensuring timely completion and successful handover

Construction Manager/Mechanical FE/Owner's Representative

Invenergy
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Onsite owner's representative monitoring utility-scale solar PV & BESS systems
  • (Samson & Delilah 1 & 2) - Dallas, TX | 600MW Solar Project
  • (Rio Grande Extraction Project) - Utility-Scale Renewable Development
  • (YUMAA770) - Yuma, AZ | 75MW Solar & BESS Project
  • Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion
  • Provide expert consultation on design, value engineering, cost estimation, and scheduling
  • Monitor general contractor and subcontractor compliance with contract terms and specifications
  • Ensure the preparation and execution of time schedules to track project milestones
  • Evaluate project risks and implement mitigation strategies to prevent delays
  • Conduct quality assurance inspections to maintain compliance with regulations
  • Facilitate communication between stakeholders, engineers, and contractors
  • Provide recommendations on project delivery methods, contractor scopes, and cost control strategies
  • Manage site-specific challenges, ensuring adherence to safety standards and operational efficiency
  • Oversee BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) and renewable energy integration

Construction Manager (Owners Rep)

AES Clean Energy
Dateland
08.2020 - 01.2022
  • Onsite owners representative monitoring utility scale solar PV & BESS Systems
  • (McFarland A)PV/BESS - 325 MW
  • (McFarland B) PV/BESS - 325 MW
  • (McFarland C) BESS - 145 MW DC Coupled
  • Experienced in Fluence Bess Systems
  • Proper knowledge of development in Array ATI & Nextracker systems
  • Inverter developments - Sungrow, GP Tech, CEN
  • Review draft invoices with 3rd party EPC Contractor and sign off on work completed
  • First line of defense against proposed change orders; escalating to internal Project Manager as necessary
  • Proactively communicate and manage an ongoing punch list with 3rd party EPC Contractors managing final punch list from Mechanical Completion to Substantial completion
  • Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion
  • Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs
  • Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations as well as quality standards
  • Coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors
  • Manage the procurement related activities, select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory
  • Meet contractual conditions of performance
  • Review the work progress on a daily basis
  • Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status
  • Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging operational challenges and identify work process improvements
  • Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses
  • Analyze, manage and mitigate risks
  • Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other specialists, and hire full-time and part-time subcontractors and laborers, and coordinate their schedules
  • Attend coordination and progress meetings; make regular trips to sites during construction including bid walks, pre-construction walks, in-progress site visits, punch walks, and construction closeout
  • Conduct and document quality assurance and safety inspections throughout the construction process, assuring working environment is maintained at acceptable levels, and tools and equipment are in good working condition
  • Maintain and update SOW and preconstruction documents, and monitor contract obligations with a goal of building relationships with reliable contractors and vendors
  • Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other project disruption
  • Perform regular check-ins with job site managers to gauge project progress
  • Review activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas for cost reduction and program improvement, facilitate a 'lessons learned meeting' after project completion to document areas of improvement and excellence
  • All other assignments and special projects, as requested by Management
  • Makes certain that the company is being represented in accordance with AES Clean Energy's corporate
  • Collaborates with the safety department to ensure all safety goals are the highest & main priority
  • Provides excellence in the management and delivery of the project, in-line with the companies expectations
  • Creates a culture of continuous improvement
  • Prepare and manage the project execution plan, co-ordinate and host the project kick off meetings, and prepare and manage effective project close out
  • Work with the Commercial Manager to ensure all contracts (prime and sub-contracts) are effectively managed, including change orders and documentation of variances
  • Proven ability to motivate others inside or outside the organization
  • Team player providing support to both team members, as well as members of the extended team
  • Ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization
  • Ensure that site development is appropriate & finalized for Operations handover

Quality Manager (EPC)

DH Blattner & Sons
Daggett
12.2018 - 07.2020
  • (Daggett Solar) Phase 1 & 2 PV/Bess - 645 MW
  • Experienced in Fluence Bess Systems
  • Proper knowledge of development in Array ATI & Nextracker systems
  • Inverter developments - Sungrow, GP Tech, CEN
  • Lead and conduct comprehensive quality inspections and tests on mechanical, electrical, and civil construction activities at all project stages
  • Review and validate construction documents, including plans, specifications, and shop drawings, for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
  • Perform visual inspections and measurements to verify the quality of workmanship and adherence to project requirements
  • Identify and document any deviations or non-compliance issues
  • Conduct thorough inspections of equipment and materials, ensuring they meet project requirements and comply with quality control procedures
  • Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to resolve complex quality issues and provide technical guidance
  • Prepare accurate and detailed inspection reports, including findings, recommendations, and corrective actions
  • Assist in the development and improvement of quality control procedures and documentation
  • Stay updated on industry best practices, standards, and regulations related to solar construction quality assurance
  • Participate in internal and external quality audits and assist in implementing continuous improvement initiatives
  • Identify and document deviations from established quality standards and recommend corrective actions to address any deficiencies
  • Conduct inspections of equipment and materials to ensure compliance with project requirements
  • Maintain accurate and organized documentation control practices, including the preparation of inspection reports, non-conformance reports, and other quality-related documentation
  • Supervises daily production and costs for major work items by ensuring production, cost data and safety are collected from prior day
  • Responsible for accurately preparing and analyzing daily cost reports to be reviewed with supervisors for purposes of comparison analysis and planning
  • Manages, coordinates, and schedules subcontractors, vendors and material suppliers
  • Develops and maintains a good working relationship with clients, subcontractors, vendors, landowners, co-workers, etc
  • To strengthen company position
  • Represents the company in a professional manner; and documents conversations with subcontractors, vendors, etc., to protect Blattner's interests
  • Reviews and approves subcontractor progress payments through Textura payment process
  • Prepares, reviews, and approves supplier purchase orders
  • Understands the owner contract and subcontract documents to understand the inclusions/exclusions for the purpose of invoice payment
  • Validates, reconciles, and maintains accurate quantities for billing purposes and communicates differences to project management
  • Identifies out of scope work for the purpose of changes orders
  • Collaborates with Site Manager, Trade Superintendents and Project Construction Coordinator to appropriately staff all project positions by following established hiring policies and working with local job services

Quality Assurance Superintendent

BHI
Vernal
07.2016 - 11.2017
  • Onsite owners representative monitoring utility scale solar PV & BESS Systems
  • (Clover Creek Solar) - PV Phase A&B 455 MW AC
  • (Raceway/Estrella) - PV/Bess 230 MW DC
  • Experienced in Fluence Bess Systems
  • Proper knowledge of development in Array ATI & Nextracker systems
  • Inverter developments - Sungrow, GP Tech, CEN
  • Support the Construction Manager with day-to-day inspections, and verifications of civil, mechanical and electrical tasks completed by the EPC Contractor
  • Perform daily inspections and log any issues against quality checklist
  • Collaborate with other onsite inspectors for consolidation of information to a central collection point
  • Oversee EPC Contractor's QAQC process of Posts, Racking system/Trackers, Modules, Harness system, Inverters, AC/DC wiring systems, Substation, Fencing, etc
  • Enforces site specific quality requirements and trade specifications
  • Collaborate with EPC Contractors in addressing and mitigating any quality related deficiencies
  • Oversee EPC Contractor's Commissioning process and collaborate with the onsite Commissioning Consultant to minimize corrective work and associated delays
  • Manage the punch list and inspection process for efficient project closeout
  • Performs other related duties as assigned
  • Remained up-to-date with new engineering specifications to maintain access to adequate inventory of all equipment
  • Compared colors, shapes, textures, and grades of products and materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards
  • Oversaw maintenance, calibration, and control of inspection, measuring, and all test equipment
  • Recommended changes to assembly and production lines based on repeat product issues
  • Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products

QA/QC Technician

First Solar, Inc.
Phoenix
02.2013 - 11.2015
  • Assemble, install, or maintain solar PV systems on structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics
  • Use appropriate hand tools/ equipment to perform a variety of functions to install PV modules in accordance with codes and standards
  • Lay out, assemble, and install solar modules, panels or support structures, as specified
  • Identify and resolve any deficiencies in PV system installation or materials

Education

High School Diploma -

Paso De Norte Academy
El Paso, TX
12.2012

Skills

  • Precision measuring instruments
  • Assembly
  • Technical writing
  • Drywall
  • Construction Management
  • Electrical experience
  • Project management software
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Handyman
  • Leadership
  • Quality control
  • Supervising experience
  • Blueprint reading
  • Carpentry
  • Climbing
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Skilled
  • Data collection
  • NEC
  • Contracts
  • Project management
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Quality Management
  • Expert
  • Solar installation
  • Bluebeam
  • Computer skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Continuous improvement
  • Microsoft Project
  • Conflict management
  • QA/QC
  • Root cause analysis
  • Project scheduling
  • Primavera
  • General labor
  • Communication skills
  • Construction laborer
  • OSHA
  • Computer literacy
  • Calibration
  • Quality Inspection

Certification

  • Driver's License
  • Electrical License
  • Forklift Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • OSHA 30
  • OSHA 10

Timeline

Construction Manager

HDR
01.2024 - Current

Construction Manager/Mechanical FE/Owner's Representative

Invenergy
01.2022 - 01.2024

Construction Manager (Owners Rep)

AES Clean Energy
08.2020 - 01.2022

Quality Manager (EPC)

DH Blattner & Sons
12.2018 - 07.2020

Quality Assurance Superintendent

BHI
07.2016 - 11.2017

QA/QC Technician

First Solar, Inc.
02.2013 - 11.2015

High School Diploma -

Paso De Norte Academy

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