Marvin Battle
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Marvin Battle is a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in managing resources, facilities, and EPC projects up to $35M. He excels in leading PMO offices for project execution worth $20M, cross-functional team management, and work schedule planning.
Marvin is adept at interpreting electrical drawings, identifying critical paths, and deploying risk management strategies. He is proficient in budgeting, estimating, and achieving schedules, and is proactive in implementing project controls to ensure successful outcomes. Known for his diligence, professionalism, and task-oriented approach, Marvin is a valuable team member.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Business Operations
TTRS
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Executed a seamless migration by aligning processes and strategies with TTR's identity, collaborating with key stakeholders and Senior Leadership
- Implementing policies and procedural changes
- Enhancing customer relations, safety, and performance
- Developed operational strategies, managed IT infrastructure, handled contracts, demand forecasting, budgeting, financials, and established KPIs
- Covered estimating, planning, supply chain, inventory, resource allocation, recruitment, training, and demand/capacity management
- Provided Project Manager support for Greenfield Bellefield Gen-tie and Transmission Line Project Mojave
Utility Construction Engineer Manager
L2CMS/INTREN WEST
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Developed strong partnerships with PG&E Supervisors, managers, and field personnel, emphasizing urgency, responsibility, transparency, and accountability
- Provided significant construction and technical support, solving complex problems and prioritizing objectives
- Collaborated with program and project managers to align construction activities with contract objectives, schedules, and budgets, while supporting resource allocation and staffing
- Managed and coordinated the activities of Field Engineers, Construction Managers, Project Managers, Construction Specialists, and Project Coordinators
- Mentored Field Engineer Leads, developed continuous improvement training programs, and implemented Key Performance Indicators for competency
- Reviewed goals quarterly, resolved issues expediently, adjusted workloads, and provided resource load plans
- Evaluated performance through analysis and feedback, created onboarding manuals, and maintained strong relationships with PG&E Supervisors through regular meetings and touchpoints
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for Field Engineers, Construction Managers, and Project Managers, managing EPC programs such as Pole Hardening (2300 jobs) and System Hardening (14 jobs, 35.3 miles)
- Oversaw PMO programs including the Electric Motor Vehicle Pilot Program, BEI Hotel (12 DCFC chargers, 4 rectifiers), Islais Creek (15 DCFC dispensers, 8 rectification units), and Oakland Lot (11 DCFC dispensers, 4 rectification units)
- Trained and mentored staff in electric construction, led weekly meetings with utility companies and contractors, and ensured project goals were met
- Mitigated risks, resolved design issues, managed contract staff, and coordinated multiple power utility electric construction projects
- Maintained a safe working environment, ensured accurate documentation, communicated effectively, prepared routine forecast reports, and responded to work delays and emergencies
- Supported work/life balance and drove safety goals
Sr. Electrical Distribution Construction Manager
Progressive Global Specialist Staffing Services
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Promoted a positive safety culture, ensuring adherence to all safety rules and standards
- Successfully managed a portfolio of projects, ensuring safe design and construction on time, within budget, and scope, without adverse environmental or regulatory impacts
- Collaborated with the Click Scheduling Team to manage daily progress reports and directed daily construction activities to meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals
- Led job scope walk downs, conducted Contractor Weekly Forecast Construction Meetings, and reviewed packages and construction estimates
- Applied expertise across multiple disciplines, facilitated collaboration with stakeholders, and acted as a subject matter expert
- Utilized workload management databases, managed the full planning team process, and acted as the point of contact for construction contractors
- Accomplishments include enhancing the structural integrity of utility poles through the 07D Pole Hardening program, improving system robustness with the 08W Systems Hardening program, and coordinating utility relocations for High-Speed Rail projects
- Implemented electric vehicle infrastructure projects, including upgrades to the Boswell Substation and Ashland Substation, and optimized feeder lines for better distribution efficiency in the Webber Feeder Project
Field Construction Manager
Eco Engineering
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Conducted M&V readings at government sites and created audits for existing lighting to support engineering designs
- Implemented LED lighting control upgrades for the Modesto School District and supervised subcontractors for these upgrades
- Served as the Qualified Person for safety processes, including LOTO and efficiency protocols, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational efficiency
Testing Tech/Journeyman
Blattner Energy
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Designed and installed medium voltage and DC feeder duct banks, and set up conduit systems for electrical, communication, and control systems
- Tested medium voltage cables and DC feeders, developed PVIR testing procedures, and conducted QA/QC inspections on inverters
- Installed fiber patch panels in inverters, ensuring the project's electrical systems were efficiently and accurately implemented
Remediation Supervisor
First Solar
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Created remediation processes for training, oversaw teams for quality assurance and repairs, managed warranty work for defective modules, and provided weekly reports on warranty progress
- Coordinated the shipping of warranty modules, led weekly meetings with remediation and QA teams, and documented lessons learned to improve processes
Electrical Journeyman
Tradesmen International
Bakersfield, USA
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Installed emergency lighting systems, above-ground conduit for branch circuits, set up temporary power systems, and red-lined drawings, reviewing changes with project managers
Construction Project Manager
DH Electrical Services
Bakersfield, USA
02.2017 - 05.2018
- Coordinated with clients and contractors to ensure projects stayed on budget, prepared cost estimates, managed permits, maintained project documentation, resolved contract discrepancies, led contractor onboarding, negotiated contract terms, and ensured safety and compliance through audits and training
General Foreman
Contractors Southwest (CSW)
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed and trained a crew of 180 workers for large-scale solar power plant installations (150MW), ensured compliance with project specifications, and developed professional relationships with tradesmen and technical teams
Construction Electrical and Mechanical Specialist
Aera Energy
Bakersfield, USA
04.2013 - 06.2016
- Managed construction projects, coordinated with the engineering department and contractors, and liaised with local authorities to obtain necessary permits
- Oversaw the installation of low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems, directed the installation of conduit, devices, and circuits, and managed lighting and motor installations according to technical drawings and specifications
- Led the Plan of the Day process for contractors, ensured site safety, managed contractor milestone progress payments, and handled contractor timesheets for T&M target price contracts
- Ensured compliance with NEC, NETA, and IEEE standards, conducted contractor onboarding meetings, updated construction schedules, and developed and managed electrical and mechanical inspection test plans
- Collaborated with the engineering design team, inspected control-of-work permits, performed job walk-downs, coordinated electrical and mechanical shutdowns, and conducted inspections, daily tailgate meetings, and safety audits
- Managed daily construction site activities, implemented MOC processes, oversaw the commissioning process of high voltage and medium voltage systems, and inspected installations for quality and compliance
- Managed 12kV electrical distribution installations and mechanical gas pipeline projects, collected and finalized project documentation, managed upgrade installations in various plants, prepared project reports, tracked project progress, implemented management initiatives, performed contract administration, developed QA/QC plans, conducted daily inspections, facilitated site and material testing, generated project status reports, performed MTOs, conducted weekly project meetings, ensured safety and quality goals were met, provided troubleshooting and technical assistance, and managed energy control measures (LOTO) for contractor safety
Electrical and Mechanical Inspector
APPLUS RTD
Bakersfield, USA
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Examined electrical systems installation, ground grids, and equipment per blueprints and specifications
- Inspected new and existing wiring, lighting, motors, and generating equipment, documented findings in inspection reports, and communicated violations to the management team
- Issued stop-work orders for non-compliant installations, inspected wire harnesses, control panels, coaxial cables, and electrical jig boards for assembly quality and conformance to blueprints, checked wiring for accuracy, and performed continuity checks
- Compiled inspection reports, monitored assigned construction areas, submitted evaluations and recommendations for improvement per NETA Testing Standards, IEEE, and NEC codes, investigated code violations, and communicated requirements and recommendations to contractors
Electrical Instrumentation Sr. Foreman
KSI Industries
Bakersfield, USA
05.2011 - 02.2012
- Inspected, tested, adjusted, and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems in a power generating plant
- Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, and other instruments to locate defective components
- Performed diagnostics using test equipment such as pressure gauges, potentiometers, and voltmeters, and conducted troubleshooting diagnostics on solid-state and vacuum tube circuitry to locate defective parts
- Performed loop tests, calibrated transmitters by setting set-points, identified and repaired defective instruments, and conducted routine maintenance checks
- Installed conduit, signal wiring, tubing, fittings, transmitters, and devices for 24-volt and 120-volt systems, lubricated instruments, replaced defective wiring and tubing, and calibrated instruments to standards, adjusting phasing to ensure accuracy
- Maintained records of calibrations, parts used, and inventory, and prepared red-line schematic drawings and reports to reflect changes in instruments, circuits, and systems
Assistant Commissioning Manager
Ryan Corporation
Avenal, CA
10.2010 - 04.2011
- Coordinated the startup and transition between construction and operations by interfacing with OEM suppliers, EPC contractors, and resident engineering
- Developed and managed start-up schedules, commissioning testing procedures, and protocol mapping strategies to ensure timely contractual testing
- Created pre-commissioning procedures to meet scheduled timelines and budgets for electrical and mechanical disciplines and implemented pretesting procedures for combiner box commissioning, reducing failure rates from 35% to less than 5%
- Conducted Job Hazard Analysis for daily commissioning, trained and evaluated personnel on new protocols, maintained calibration records and parts inventory, and prepared red-line schematic drawings
- Performed daily QA/QC inspections, coordinated QA/QC processes, conducted weekly site meetings with subcontractors' QC teams, managed receipt inspections, and distributed relevant QA/QC documentation
- Verified that quality-related site activities complied with applicable codes, prepared QC reports to maintain OSHA, Federal, and State compliance, communicated material issues and warranties with vendors and suppliers, and oversaw inspections of electrical and mechanical contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with project specifications
Electrical Tester Level II
Power Systems Testing
Santa Ana, USA
07.2009 - 06.2010
- Performed acceptance and preventive maintenance testing at various U.S
- Government Facilities, Universities, and Schools
- Tested electrical systems and equipment to detect faulty wiring and ensure compliance with electrical codes and standards
- Computed and analyzed sample data, interpreted blueprints, and determined specifications and inspection procedures
- Inspected and tested new and existing systems, including sound and security systems, protection relay systems, wiring, lighting, motors, and generating equipment, ensuring conformance to specifications
- Recorded findings, reviewed them with contractors, and recommended solutions in compliance with NEC codes and IEEE standards
- Conducted inspections to prevent non-compliant installations, examined wire harnesses and control panels, and tested finished products for functionality and accuracy
- Generated formal inspection reports to facilitate site commissioning and start-up
Electrical Foreman
IBEW Local 100
Fresno, USA
04.2007 - 06.2009
- Led new construction projects including the Kettleman City Substation Upgrade, Underground Fuel Storage Plant, Panoche Power Plant Substation (400MW), Fresno State University Library Project, and Underground Fuel Storage System
- Assigned duties, inspected work for safety and code compliance, supervised crew members, maintained inventory, and provided quality control checks
- Recorded daily labor hours, inspected existing facilities, trained subordinates, estimated and ordered supplies, and reviewed work reports to recommend improvements
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating instrumentation such as circuit testers, power analyzers, and ground fault loop impedance testers, and was skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical documentation for electrical installations
Education
Graduate Degree - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
05-2020
Masters - Construction Management
New School of Architecture And Design
03-2014
BSBA - Business Administration/Project Management Minor
Colorado Technical University
06-2011
Electrical Apprenticeship - Interior Electrician
United States Air Force Electrical Apprenticeship Academy
Wichita Falls, TX01.1997
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Leadership
- Organization Skills
- Problem Solving
- Negotiation
- Adaptability
- Project Management Methodologies
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Forecast and Scheduling
- Risk Management
- Change Management
- Accruals and Invoicing
- Microsoft Suite
- Microsoft Project
- Primavera
- Microsoft Revit 3D
- Procore
- SAP
- Agile Scrum
- ED Web-Viewer
- Presentation skills
- Writing skills
Certification
- Certified Advanced Lighting Control Technician
- U.S. Department of Labor - OSHA 30 Certified
- Confined Space Trained
- CPR
- API and Welding Inspection (X-ray), Hydro Testing, and Pipe Coating
- Trenching Excavations and Soil Compaction
- USA Dig Procedures and Requirements; Equipment Rigging
- State of California Journeyman Electrician LC#127768 (2005)
- Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW); Electrical Inspector/QAQC
- Site Commissioning Manager and Start-Up; 3rd Party Testing and Check-Out
- NETA Trained Electrical Tester Level 2
- Field Engineer Trainer; Setting Clearances and Outages Distribution/Transmission
- Electrical Instructor: AC/DC Theory
- Instrumentation Instructor
- OSHA 30 Certification
- Developed Site Safety Management Program for Critical Hazard Standards for Operation
- Developed Comprehensive Project Manager, Construction Manager, and Field Engineer Training Program
- NFPA-70e (Certificate) Trained Arc-Flash Category 2 Standards with 40 Cal Gear
Volunteer Experience
- Youth Engagement with High School Community Sports Program
- High School Band Parents for my Junior's High School Band
Timeline
Director of Business Operations
TTRS
10.2024 - 03.2025
Utility Construction Engineer Manager
L2CMS/INTREN WEST
06.2021 - 08.2024
Sr. Electrical Distribution Construction Manager
Progressive Global Specialist Staffing Services
04.2020 - 04.2021
Field Construction Manager
Eco Engineering
09.2019 - 04.2020
Testing Tech/Journeyman
Blattner Energy
04.2019 - 08.2019
Remediation Supervisor
First Solar
11.2018 - 03.2019
Electrical Journeyman
Tradesmen International
07.2018 - 08.2018
Construction Project Manager
DH Electrical Services
02.2017 - 05.2018
General Foreman
Contractors Southwest (CSW)
07.2016 - 01.2017
Construction Electrical and Mechanical Specialist
Aera Energy
04.2013 - 06.2016
Electrical and Mechanical Inspector
APPLUS RTD
03.2012 - 03.2013
Electrical Instrumentation Sr. Foreman
KSI Industries
05.2011 - 02.2012
Assistant Commissioning Manager
Ryan Corporation
10.2010 - 04.2011
Electrical Tester Level II
Power Systems Testing
07.2009 - 06.2010
Electrical Foreman
IBEW Local 100
04.2007 - 06.2009
Graduate Degree - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Masters - Construction Management
New School of Architecture And Design
BSBA - Business Administration/Project Management Minor
Colorado Technical University
Electrical Apprenticeship - Interior Electrician
United States Air Force Electrical Apprenticeship Academy
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