Nicholas Francis
Meriden,CT
Summary
Experienced with planning and executing comprehensive project plans. Utilizes strong leadership and organizational skills to guide teams and ensure project milestones are met. Track record of implementing efficient processes and achieving project goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Project Manager - Lighting
Brightcore
02.2024 - 05.2025
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- File paperwork with subcontractors, reconcile scope of works, and approve changes.
- Manage day to day administration work for projects.
- Review close-out documentation for accuracy and assist in any questions between site supervisors, billing, or superiors.
- Document scope changes during install of Lighting equipment and forward to customer for documentation or approval.
- Work with lighting design team to create lighting layouts for spaces, and scope of works.
- Creatively problem solve lighting layouts in tough installation areas with complexities in accessibility, sensor coverage, and lighting equipment.
- Research lighting equipment, sensors, and other relevant information to assist site workers in installation and project design.
- Updating Bill of Materials accordingly based on information from site supervisors.
Project Administrator
ELC Energy Solutions
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Build proposals for assigned account locations from Project Manager Scope of Works.
- Organized critical documentation for easy access and retrieval, increasing team productivity.
- Research applicable sales tax, Utility Incentives, and Misc costs.
- Put together proposal presentation for sales team.
- Build Lighting Retrofit, Residential Solar, and Commercial Solar proposals.
- Gather signatures and submit to utilities and subcontractors.
- Go to locations as needed and conduct lighting assessments for proposals and utility inspections.
- Gather paperwork for utility post installation submissions.
Lead Project Developer / Account Manager
Greenleaf Energy Solutions
03.2017 - 07.2023
- Optimized resource allocation for timely project completion and reduced operational costs.
- Built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget by consistently applying best practices in project management.
- Review all Scope of Works that come in from Project Managers or sales team.
- Presented regular status updates to senior management, reinforcing stakeholder confidence in project direction.
- Complete yearly performance evaluations for Project Development Team.
- Research new products as industry continues to grow.
- Boosted overall team performance through effective coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
- Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
- Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
Education
BS - Business Administration/Accounting
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT01.2014
Skills
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project planning and development
- Project scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Schedule management
- Client relations
- Customer relations
- Advanced problem solving
- Staff management
- Project estimation and bidding
Timeline
Development Project Manager - Lighting
Brightcore
02.2024 - 05.2025
Project Administrator
ELC Energy Solutions
07.2023 - 02.2024
Lead Project Developer / Account Manager
Greenleaf Energy Solutions
03.2017 - 07.2023
BS - Business Administration/Accounting
Southern Connecticut State University
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