MARIEL GARZA
Tesla
Lake Jackson,Texas
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Language
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Certification
15
years of professional experience
Accomplished Electrical & Instrumentation Construction Manager with 27 years of experience in industrial and commercial projects. Expertise in project planning, subcontractor coordination, cost control, scheduling, quality assurance, and code compliance. Delivers projects on time and within budget while fostering effective collaboration among teams. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Work History
Sr. Electrical Construction Manager
11 Months- Developed cost estimates, budgets, and project schedules to ensure project alignment with financial and timeline goals
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and design teams to ensure project alignment.
- Directed contractor coordination across civil, structural, MEP, and utility scopes for fast-paced construction delivery.
- Managed permitting, inspections, and compliance alignment with project requirements and jurisdictional standards.
- Reviewed drawings, RFIs, submittals, and change orders to maintain constructability and schedule integrity.
I&E Construction Manager
1 Year 4 Months- Document installation and service quality of I&C equipment to ensure compliance with project standards
- Develop and implement inspection standards and QA procedures to enhance equipment reliability
- Coordinate with construction teams to resolve technical and schedule issues, ensuring project timelines are met
- Document installation and service quality of I&C equipment
Quality Assurance
1 Year- Executed QA inspections to ensure compliance of I&C installations with quality standards
- Recorded installation quality to maintain compliance and facilitate project accountability
- Developed inspection standards and reporting procedures
- Partnered with construction teams to identify and rectify deficiencies, enhancing overall project quality
Sr. Controls Construction Manager
1 Year 5 Months- Developed cost estimates, budgets, and project schedules to guide project execution
- Monitored project progress and reported budget and schedule status
- Monitored project progress, reporting budget and schedule status to stakeholders
- Ensured compliance with safety codes and legal requirements
- Ensured compliance with safety codes and legal requirements to mitigate risks
I&C Superintendent
6 Months- Oversaw installation of instrumentation and controls, enhancing operational readiness for BIW, Casting, and Stamping facilities
- Coordinated contractors to align project execution with Tesla standards and specifications, ensuring quality and consistency
I&E Superintendent
2 Years 11 Months- Supervised I&E installation for ME Global project
- Coordinated project plans and specifications to ensure compliance with standards
- Processed FCOs, RFIs, and submittals, facilitating communication with general contractor
- Maintained adherence to schedules, specifications, and drawings
- Completed project closeout documentation in accordance with contract requirements
I&E Inspector
2 Months- Conducted QC inspections of I&E installations
- Presented inspection findings to project manager for informed decision-making
- Supported project execution by coordinating tasks and resources.
Planner / Coordinator
4 Months- Planned and coordinated construction activities during plant turnarounds
- Coordinated project support from planning through execution to ensure alignment with objectives
- Communicated project progress and issues to project manager to facilitate timely decision-making
- Provided accurate progress reports to project management
- Maintained project schedules and installation plans to ensure adherence to timelines and deliverables
- Processed RFIs and field change orders
- Estimated small to medium-sized projects
I & E Superintendent
2 Months- Directed electrical supervisors to install medium and low voltage equipment, cable tray, and conduit on PCR buildings, ensuring adherence to project specifications.
- Facilitated processing RFI's, submittals and change order to the general contractor.
- Ensured compliance with code on all projects by utilizing drawings and specifications, maintaining quality and safety standards.
Electrical Instrumentation Supervisor
7 Months- Supervised electrical and instrumentation crews, aligning daily work with safety procedures and production priorities..
- Coordinated lockout/tagout, permit-to-work, and energized work controls for maintenance and repair activities.
I & E Superintendent
7 Months- Facilitated processing of RFIs and FCOs for general contractors, ensuring timely communication and resolution.
- Staid consisted of project schedules and plans for all installations.
- Provided accurate status information on project progress to project manager.
- Director of electrical supervisor on Installation of electrical and instrumentation equipment.
- Estimated small and medium size projects.
I & E Superintendent
3 Years 8 Months- Led installation of I&E on multiple projects including pipelines, tank farms, and docks.
- Coordinated plans and specifications using marketing programming standards..
- Processed RFIs, submittals, and change orders for the general contractor..
- Stayed consistent with project schedules and plans for all installations.
- Estimated costs for small and medium-sized projects.
Education
A.A.S. - Construction Management Specialty
- Basic Project Management Certification
- 27 credit hours completed
Skills
Instrumentation construction
Cost Estimating & Budget Control
Cost control
Quality Assurance & Inspections
RFIs
Submittals & Change Orders
Project documentation
Safety Management
Risk Management
Problem Solving & Time Management
Leadership Development
Software: MS Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Primavera P6
Languages: English & Spanish (Fluent)
Certification
Journeyman Electrician – Texas State License, Industrial Journeyman – NCCER, Supervisor – NCCER, Raychem High Voltage Termination, Industrial & Commercial Project Management Certification
Languages
English & Spanish (Fluent)
Timeline
Sr. Electrical Construction Manager
Tesla
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
I&E Construction Manager
TF Electrical LLC
07.2024 - 11.2025Read More
Quality Assurance
Samsung
07.2023 - 07.2024Read More
Sr. Controls Construction Manager
Tesla
02.2022 - 07.2023Read More
I&C Superintendent
Belcan
08.2021 - 02.2022Read More
I&E Superintendent
Turnkey I&E
08.2018 - 07.2021Read More
I&E Inspector
QCS
05.2018 - 07.2018Read More
Planner / Coordinator
TGE Industrial
11.2017 - 03.2018Read More
I & E Superintendent
Meitec I & E
09.2017 - 11.2017Read More
Electrical Instrumentation Supervisor
ZACHRY
07.2016 - 02.2017Read More
I & E Superintendent
Peterson Electric
11.2015 - 06.2016Read More
I & E Superintendent
TURNKEY I &E
02.2012 - 10.2015Read More
Brazosport College
A.A.S. from Construction Management Specialty
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