KRISTIAN DEZIREE PADILLA
Huffman
Summary
Dynamic Project Specialist with experience in managing project processes across various stages. Proven ability to deliver exceptional customer service while effectively multitasking in fast-paced environments. Skilled in utilizing software tools such as Excel, Microsoft Office and Salesforce, combined with strong adaptability and problem-solving skills, to achieve top production. Committed to continuous learning and helping teams succeed.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Specialist
GoodLeap
07.2025 - Current
- Coordinated and supported multiple projects across cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate completion
- Verified, reviewed, and processed project-related documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company and regulatory standards
- Managed secure document uploads and maintained organized digital records across internal systems
- Monitored project timelines, milestones, and deliverables while identifying risks and resolution strategies
- Served as a key point of contact between internal departments and external partners to maintain clear communication
- Maintained detailed project documentation, reports, and compliance records
- Assisted in process improvements to increase operational efficiency and reduce project delays
- Analyzed data and prepared reports to support decision-making and performance tracking
- Ensured adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Interconnection Coordinator Direct Sales
Sunnova Energy
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Handle and track interconnection requests and applications, ensuring timely processing.
- Communicate with developers, customers, and utility companies throughout the interconnection lifecycle.
- Efficient in TX, OK, NM, and CA Utilities.
- Manage and coordinate interconnection processes with project coordinators, field team, inspection team and permitting department.
- Track and understand utility interconnection requirements across various utilities.
- Research and document interconnection requirements and processes for various states and utilities.
- Assist in all stages of interconnection, including compiling, responding to deficiencies, and obtaining interconnection agreements with various utilities and obtaining PTO.
- Prepare, review, submit, and follow up on a high volume of documents for customers and their utility and incentive programs.
- Analyze technical design plans and project details for job readiness for utility application and installation or activation approvals.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.
- Skilled in using various software applications and programs including Microsoft Office, Excel, smartsheets, Sales Force and Adobe.
- Assisted in training new employees as required for all interconnection processes.
Adjunct Faculty
Santa Fe Community College, US
08.2015 - 05.2025
- Prepares, organizes, and writes college credit courses; Created outline and syllabus specific for each course taught
- Taught and instructed students using verbal cues along with physical instruction and examples
- Used to teaching large groups in a dynamic and engaging manner
- Ability to adapt to the needs and abilities of individual participants
- Motivational and energy to help people feel comfortable
- Dedication to helping others achieve their goals
- Conduct classes and practice sessions, along with ensuring the safety of students
- Instruct individuals or groups in sports rules, game strategies, and performance principles, such as specific ways of moving the body, hands, or feet, to achieve desired results
- Able to communicate, relay and teach swimming through verbal cues, physical examples, and verbal explanation
Interconnection Coordinator
Sunpro Solar (ADT Solar), US
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Responsible for handling the daily administration of solar project applications, conforming to the operations schedule and utility requirements
- Able to learn new Utilities quickly
- Interacts daily with internal departments in the company and external including customers and Utility Companies
- Vast knowledge in Interconnections processes through utility portals and by email submissions
- Responsible for high-volume residential solar projects at once
- Used to a fast-paced work environment
- Excel in multitasking
- Top producer for both Interconnections approved and PTOs granted
- Experience in all Texas Utilities; some experience with New Mexico and Oklahoma Utilities
- Excellent communication skills with team members and other departments
- Assisted with setting up meter swaps and final inspection dates with inspectors, utilities, and contractors
- Experience in training new hires on Utilities and their processes
- Familiar with Microsoft Office, Nitro Pro, and Salesforce for projects and document sharing
- Remote worker and 100% productive
Education
Associates Degree - Psychology
Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe, NM05.2015
Skills
- Assisted in managing multiple tasks efficiently Organized schedules and resources to support team objectives Coordinated activities to enhance workflow and productivity
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in dynamic work environments
- Executed problem-solving strategies to identify and resolve operational challenges
- Optimized scheduling and prioritization of tasks to enhance productivity
Timeline
Project Specialist
GoodLeap
07.2025 - Current
Interconnection Coordinator Direct Sales
Sunnova Energy
03.2024 - 06.2025
Interconnection Coordinator
Sunpro Solar (ADT Solar), US
06.2021 - 03.2024
Adjunct Faculty
Santa Fe Community College, US
08.2015 - 05.2025
Associates Degree - Psychology
Santa Fe Community College