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JON FARRUGIA

Bellmore,NY

Summary

Dedicated and focused Project Management Specialist with over 25 years of experience excelling at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously and following through to achieve project goals. Flexible, detail-oriented and adaptive team player with expertise in electrical construction, staff training and development, customer service and process improvements.

Experience in many different facets of the Electrical Industry. I have been directly involved hands on in the installation, estimation, project management, design, from pre-bid to close out, in commercial, retail, industrial, infrastructure, substations, and municipal projects. Based on OSHA, NEC, NESC, NYC, AREMA construction codes, construction methods, and industry standards. Implementing value-engineering, contract negotiations, and labor union relations. Working knowledge of construction budgeting & managing labor costs. Coordinate with clients/project management teams/program management teams for the successful delivery with contract schedules. Participate in all phases of projects from constructability reviews, procurement, selection, execution, and closeout of projects with the ability to directly oversee one or multiple projects simultaneously.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr Project Manager - PANYNJ JFK RUGCT -Electrical

Skanska Civil Northeast
New York , NY
01.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members in order to maintain productivity levels.
  • Provided guidance to team members on how to overcome obstacles during the course of a project.
  • Maintained up-to-date records for all current and past projects.
  • Assessed resource requirements and allocated personnel accordingly.
  • Managed project scope, timeline and budget in alignment with company objectives.
  • Identified potential risks associated with projects and developed mitigation strategies.
  • Negotiated contracts with third-party vendors when necessary.
  • Analyzed data from completed projects in order to identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to develop realistic expectations for deliverables.
  • Provided training sessions to staff on new processes or systems related to projects.
  • Coordinated internal resources and third parties and vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
  • Evaluated performance metrics for ongoing projects in order to assess progress towards goals.
  • Liaised between senior management, project team members and clients to ensure effective communication throughout the duration of the project.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations during all stages of a project's lifecycle.
  • Implemented process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency within the organization.
  • Established best practices for managing complex projects successfully.
  • Monitored progress of projects against established timelines and budgets.

NYC DEP 2000KW Generator Upgrade

John P Picone Inc
Jamaica Queens, NY
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Maintained daily communication with subcontractors and inspectors to drive forward progress of project.
  • Planned, organized and managed crews and subcontractors through expert communication and handling of work orders and purchase orders.
  • Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers.
  • Completed projects on time and within allocated budget.
  • Estimated construction costs accurately, achieving consistent business profits.
  • Established relationships with construction manager and contractors to align priorities, goals and objectives.
  • Managed submittals and processing of Requests for Information between general contractor, owner and owner's consultants.
  • Built relationships with engineering staff and coordinated with vendors and contractors to align timelines, phases and work to be performed across projects or shutdowns.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by resolving issues effectively and efficiently.
  • Implemented quality assurance and safety standards and maintained compliance with construction contract documents and contractor safety program.
  • Liaised with contractors, engineering teams, designers and clients to drive success of project.
  • Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.

T&D/LIRR High Tension/Backbone Project Manager

John Picone Construction
Long Island , NY
07.2018 - Current
  • Responsible for Day to day field operations & coordination, design build review, supervising and daily coordination of the work and efforts of field personnel, subcontractors to ensure that the requirements of the project are met with respect to safety, schedule, quality control, and cost controls and constructability of 8 new traction power substations (69kv/33kv & 13.2kv) & PSEG transmission & distribution relocations and LIRR feeders
  • LIRR Backbone Comms/Signals installations
  • Support the requirement to provide construction management, general contracting, & design services that meet or exceed the expectations of our client
  • Help to develop, update, modify (as required), and maintain the project schedule
  • Attend Design coordination meetings with other trades for constructability
  • Attend and contribute to design meetings for electrical systems & substations
  • Perform blue beam design review and mark up on 20,60,90% drawing and see them through RFC
  • Assure the implementation and continuous maintenance of corporate safety program requirements in all of the day to day operations on the project
  • Schedule and plan equipment & material deliverables to coincide with contract service shutdowns and outages
  • Train and develop the skills of junior engineers & college trainees
  • Conduct weekly safety meetings, regular “toolbox talks”, and safety pre-task meetings as required
  • Review CWP’s & SWP’s generated prior to client submission
  • Coordinate labor force and PSEGLI utility management during existing transmission & distribution in support of civil construction
  • Assure daily construction reports are prepared in a thorough and timely manner.
  • Monitored site Electrical safety and promoted adherence to required OSHA protocols.
  • Managed resources, created project schedules and maintained department budgets.
  • Prepared daily project status updates to inform staff and document project changes.
  • Discussed engineering projects and products with both clients and other engineers.
  • Reviewed design specifications for newly engineered components and processes.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Audited work plans and recommended adjustments and improvements to reduce costs.
  • Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety.
  • Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
  • Conducted walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with contractors & client.
  • Resolved issues during construction and commissioning phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
  • Coordinated utility service providers according to project schedules.
  • Trained construction teams on site-specific requirements, techniques and procedures.

SR ELECTRICAL SUPERINTENDENT

DELTA / STV INC, LaGuardia Airport
Queens, NY
01.2017 - 06.2018
  • Managed teams of as many as 20 skilled professionals completing daily operations and Task.
  • Supervised job site operations to maintain consistent safety and hazard-free work area.
  • Oversite of Electrical contractors performing construction activities daily, addressing issues proactively and coordinating activity schedules to maintain progress and meet deadlines
  • Schedule, coordinate and pick up Utility Clearances in specific work locations as required.
  • RES 27KV SUBSTATION & ELECRICAL SYSTEMS
  • Terminal C & D at, Responsible for directing and supervising the work and efforts of subcontractors to ensure that the requirements of the project are met with respect to safety, schedule, quality control, and cost controls
  • Support the requirement to provide construction management/general contracting services that meet or exceed the expectations of our clients.
  • Help to develop, update, modify (as required), and maintain the project schedule.
  • Conduct weekly safety meetings, regular “toolbox talks”, and safety pre-task meetings as required.
  • Assure daily construction reports are prepared in a thorough and timely manner.
  • Serve as liaison with labor representatives on the project, and with the community in the areas where the project is being performed.
  • Oversaw production efforts to guarantee timely and budget-conscious completion.

RESIDENT ENGINEER / CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

PSEG LI / GANNETT FLEMMING
Long Island , NY
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Transmission & Distribution system rehabilitation and upgrades in various projects with in the system. Multiple projects managed simultaneously.
  • Verified and enforced compliance with regulatory agency standards and specifications.
  • Completed frequent inspection reports and daily documentation for assigned projects.
  • Conducted weekly status updates while collaborating with unions, workers and inspectors.
  • Managed and directed material analysis actions to test for durability, brittleness, flex and porousness.
  • Supervised execution of contracts and prepared invoices for projects.
  • Managed red-lining and closeout for as-built drawing creation.
  • Picked up and Held NRA's & Clearances.

ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION MANAGER, ENGINEER, CM/PM/RE/ Electrical

Port Authority of NY & NJ/ JFK
Queens, NY
12.2015 - 03.2017
  • Maintained timely and accurate oral and written technical reports of engineering activities.
  • Oversaw roadway milling, paving, drainage, utilities, traffic control and depth replacement.
  • Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
  • Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety.
  • Managed team of 3-4 general contractors and reported project progress to project director.
  • Led subcontractor meetings to convey project requirements, scope, milestones and regulatory compliance.
  • Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.

Senior Electrical Engineer/Field Manager

JACOBS ENGINEERING, EAST SIDE ACCESS
New York, NY
02.2015 - 12.2016
  • Managed the team in troubleshooting efforts that alleviated errors.
  • Determined major alterations to project that could affect cost, completion date and customer relationship.
  • Uncovered issues that could arise as result of project and provided effective solutions.
  • Oversaw quality control checks.
  • Assessed construction techniques and troubleshooting processes to foster consistent development.
  • Utilized knowledge and skills in root cause failure analysis.
  • Supervised activities of contractors.

Senior Electrical Field Manger & Engineer

MICAHAEL BAKER ENGINEERING
Queens, NY
01.2011 - 02.2015
  • Initiated meeting of electrician contractors to improve communications and convey project expectations and requirements.
  • Provided troubleshooting and analysis for discovered electrical faults, offering potential solutions.
  • Responded to requests for information for general and specific power line design requirements.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory guidelines and safety rules set forth by OSHA.
  • Collaborated with other engineering disciplines to construct complex projects.
  • Oversaw production efforts to guarantee timely and budget-conscious completion.
  • Oversaw installation of designed systems into existing facilities and new construction.
  • Supported design and construction of overhead and underground power line projects.

Senior Electrical Field Superintendent & Engineer

CROTON WATER TREATMENT PLANT, DEP
BRONX, NY
01.2011 - 01.2011
  • Collaborated with other engineering disciplines to construct complex projects.
  • Analyzed technical components for integration into personally designed and third-party systems.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory guidelines and safety rules set forth by OSHA.
  • Determined appropriate cables, fuses and electrical elements to use during installation phase of systems.
  • Supported design and construction of overhead and underground power line projects.
  • Oversaw production efforts to guarantee timely and budget-conscious completion.

Electrical Project Manager

PLAZA CONSTRUCTION – BRONX TERMINAL MARKET
BRONX, NY
03.2009 - 01.2011

Project Manager

CAMPBELL & DAWES ELECTRIC
QUEENS, NY
09.2008 - 03.2009

Project Manager & Field Supervisor

ROLANDS ELECTRIC, DEEP
Long Island , NY
07.2006 - 09.2008

Project Manager & Field Supervisor

GRODON L SEAMAN ELECTRIC – BOHEMIA
Bohemia, NY
03.2002 - 07.2006

Journeyman Electrician

IBEW
, NY
09.1996 - 03.2004

Education

OSHA 30 Hr Course -

OSHA
01.2023

Site Safety Manager -

NYC DOB
03.2023

PMP Exam PDU - Project Management

UDEMY
06.2023

NICET Fire Alarm Certification LV 1 -

NICET
01.2014

LIRR Track Training & blue card -

01.2018

Estimating 40 Hr Course - Estimating

ACCUBID
New York, NY
01.2004

SWAC Member -

01.2016

SIDA Approved -

PANYNJ
01.2016

Utility Mark Out Procedures - Excavation

811 / Call Before You Dig
07.2018

CPR, AED and Basic First Aid Trained -

01.2011

Hazardous Waste Certified – -

01.2010

Arch Flash 10 Hour Course -

01.2009

Confined Space Trained & Certified -

01.2009

40’ & Above Scaffold Certified – -

01.2009

Harness Trained – -

01.2009

Lock Out Tag Out Trained – -

01.2008

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Cost Analysis
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Budget Control
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Troubleshooting and Testing
  • Electrical System Maintenance
  • Team Leadership
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Project Goals and Milestones
  • Material and Labor Scheduling
  • Resource Allocation
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Project Planning
  • Project Management
  • Design Coordination
  • Value engineering
  • Schedule development
  • Vendor coordination
  • Deadline management
  • Operations management
  • Schedule management
  • Construction oversight

Timeline

Sr Project Manager - PANYNJ JFK RUGCT -Electrical

Skanska Civil Northeast
01.2025 - Current

NYC DEP 2000KW Generator Upgrade

John P Picone Inc
01.2022 - 01.2025

T&D/LIRR High Tension/Backbone Project Manager

John Picone Construction
07.2018 - Current

SR ELECTRICAL SUPERINTENDENT

DELTA / STV INC, LaGuardia Airport
01.2017 - 06.2018

RESIDENT ENGINEER / CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

PSEG LI / GANNETT FLEMMING
01.2017 - 12.2017

ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION MANAGER, ENGINEER, CM/PM/RE/ Electrical

Port Authority of NY & NJ/ JFK
12.2015 - 03.2017

Senior Electrical Engineer/Field Manager

JACOBS ENGINEERING, EAST SIDE ACCESS
02.2015 - 12.2016

Senior Electrical Field Manger & Engineer

MICAHAEL BAKER ENGINEERING
01.2011 - 02.2015

Senior Electrical Field Superintendent & Engineer

CROTON WATER TREATMENT PLANT, DEP
01.2011 - 01.2011

Electrical Project Manager

PLAZA CONSTRUCTION – BRONX TERMINAL MARKET
03.2009 - 01.2011

Project Manager

CAMPBELL & DAWES ELECTRIC
09.2008 - 03.2009

Project Manager & Field Supervisor

ROLANDS ELECTRIC, DEEP
07.2006 - 09.2008

Project Manager & Field Supervisor

GRODON L SEAMAN ELECTRIC – BOHEMIA
03.2002 - 07.2006

Journeyman Electrician

IBEW
09.1996 - 03.2004

OSHA 30 Hr Course -

OSHA

Site Safety Manager -

NYC DOB

PMP Exam PDU - Project Management

UDEMY

NICET Fire Alarm Certification LV 1 -

NICET

LIRR Track Training & blue card -

Estimating 40 Hr Course - Estimating

ACCUBID

SWAC Member -

SIDA Approved -

PANYNJ

Utility Mark Out Procedures - Excavation

811 / Call Before You Dig

CPR, AED and Basic First Aid Trained -

Hazardous Waste Certified – -

Arch Flash 10 Hour Course -

Confined Space Trained & Certified -

40’ & Above Scaffold Certified – -

Harness Trained – -

Lock Out Tag Out Trained – -

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