Lauren Verdone
Carlsbad,California
Summary
Results-driven Project Manager with experience leading multimillion-dollar commercial solar, EV charging, and grid-tied infrastructure projects. Proven track record in utility interconnection coordination, NTP processes, and cross-functional team management from pre-construction through commissioning. Thrives in fast-paced, high-ambiguity environments — building scalable processes from scratch in early-stage operations. Strong background in contractor management, stakeholder coordination, and process optimization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AZ Licensed Realtor
Del Oro Real Estate
Arizona
02.2022 - Current
- Manage residential and commercial transactions, from client acquisition to closing
- Negotiate contracts and advised clients on market trends and investment opportunities
Deployment Manager, EV
EV Passport
Remote
02.2024 - 03.2026
- Lead deployment of EV charging infrastructure across multiple sites, managing projects from planning through installation and activation
- Coordinate contractors, site readiness, and permitting to ensure on-time delivery across concurrent deployments
- Partner with Customer Success and Engineering teams to activate and migrate systems post-installation
- Track project timelines, budgets, and risks, ensuring alignment with client and company objectives
- Developed and standardized deployment workflows from the ground up, reducing delays and increasing operational efficiency
Project Manager, Commercial Solar
Standard Solar
Remote
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed commercial solar projects from pre-construction through final completion, including utility interconnection coordination
- Coordinated with utility stakeholders to track interconnection status and resolve issues impacting project schedules
- Oversaw EPC contractors, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget
- Developed project budgets and tracked financial performance against forecasts
- Coordinated across engineering, procurement, and asset management teams
- Delivered consistent project updates and maintained accountability for key milestones
Project Coordinator + AZ Licensed Realtor
Apex Real Estate
Arizona
06.2020 - 02.2022
- Supported project operations by coordinating vendors, contractors, and client communications
- Managed documentation, proposals, and project tracking systems
- Improved operational efficiency through data tracking and reporting
Project Manager, Commercial + Community Solar
Borrego Solar
San Diego + Chicago
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Coordinated utility infrastructure requirements and managed relationships with utility project managers to advance projects through interconnection milestones
- Supported NTP processes by ensuring utility due diligence, engineering deliverables, and regulatory requirements were met prior to construction
- Collaborated with engineering teams to complete utility-required studies and documentation for grid interconnection approval
- Managed full lifecycle of commercial solar projects, including rooftop and ground-mounted systems
- Directed subcontractors and field teams to meet aggressive timelines and quality standards
- Maintained project budgets and improved profitability through cost control strategies
- Built strong vendor relationships, expanding network by 25+ organizations
- Implemented process improvements aligned with Kaizen/continuous improvement principles
Accounting Coordinator / Staff Accountant
Borrego Solar Systems
San Diego
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Managed project financial tracking, cost reporting, and budget reconciliation for commercial solar projects prior to transitioning into project management
- Built foundational knowledge of solar project economics, contractor billing, and financial controls that directly informed later PM roles
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
California State University San Marcos
Skills
- Operations Oversight
- NTP Process Management
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Contractor & Vendor Management
- Scheduling & Risk Mitigation
- Renewable Energy
- Utility Interconnection
- Grid Capacity Coordination
- Procurement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Process Development & Optimization
- Strong communication skills
Affiliations
Board Co-Chair — B Local San Diego
Certification
- Accounting Certificate — UC San Diego Extended Studies
- OSHA 30
Timeline
Deployment Manager, EV
EV Passport
02.2024 - 03.2026
Project Manager, Commercial Solar
Standard Solar
04.2023 - 01.2024
AZ Licensed Realtor
Del Oro Real Estate
02.2022 - Current
Project Coordinator + AZ Licensed Realtor
Apex Real Estate
06.2020 - 02.2022
Project Manager, Commercial + Community Solar
Borrego Solar
06.2017 - 06.2020
Accounting Coordinator / Staff Accountant
Borrego Solar Systems
09.2014 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
California State University San Marcos