NICKESHA P. CARROL
Clermont,FL
Summary
I am a multi-talented Engineer and Project Manager offering over 16 years of experience orchestrating operations activities, financial support and resource management to achieve project objectives. Poised and cooperative in driving stakeholder meetings to determine estimates and build financial forecasts. Determined and motivated professional recognized for fostering positive morale among project contributors.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager – Distributed System Platform
Consolidated Edison Company
New York
10.2021 - Current
- Successfully manages a team responsible for grid modernization to enhance DER proliferation and operational flexibility
- Financially responsible for the Distribution System Platform Portfolio with a $60M budget
- Portfolio covers various projects to support clean energy initiative goals; Modernizing Protection Relay+SCADA, Volt-Var Optimization, Conservation Voltage Optimization, Grid-Edge, Demand Response Management
- Subject Matter Expert during Con Edison’s 2022 Rate Case filing
- Representative for Con Edison during Public Service Commission budget meetings
- Manage cross functional team to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Worked with colleague to conceptualize and implement a Make Ready DER plan to benefit low income customers.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
- Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of a project in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
Project Specialist – Distributed Generation Ombudsman Team
Consolidated Edison Company
New York
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Responsible for aligning internal departments with SIR process
- Addressing developers inquiries and complaints associated with DER deployments
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
- Leveraged Excell skills to input and compile data gathered from various sources.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Project Specialist – Advanced Metering Infrastructure
Consolidated Edison Company
New York
06.2016 - 06.2020
- Responsible for supervising the installation of network equipment with Con Edison’s overhead department
- Supervised over 100 CWA union technicians responsible for installing electric meters and gas modules for Westchester County, New York
- Worked closely with Itron in remediating non-communicating meters in Westchester.
- Collaborated with internal departments to ensure resources were allocated efficiently in order to meet deadlines.
- Arranged property repair requests with company-approved vendors.
- Inspected buildings to determine quality of work and need for corrections to meet project standards.
- Developed product specifications, negotiated contracts and managed timelines.
- Maintained accurate records of activities related to each project including documentation, costs, timelines, invoices.
- Monitored project performance against established goals, making adjustments as needed to ensure successful completion of tasks.
- Established effective relationships with clients by responding promptly to inquiries and offering professional advice whenever necessary.
- Created presentations for senior leadership on the project's objectives and achievements.
Technical Assistant to the Vice President of Engineering and Planning
Consolidated Edison Company
New York
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Merit based, year long special assignment
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Specially selected for this assignment because of my work ethic, job performance, and commitment to excellence
- Managed multiple high level projects
- Prepared numerous executive level presentations for the board of directors, New York Public Service Commission, Japan Power Cable Accessories Association, Battery Storage to Investors, and New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology.
- Acted as technical resource for internal and external customers by answering inquiries and coordinating responses.
Customer Project Manager (CPM)
Consolidated Edison Company
New York
11.2012 - 06.2015
- Managed over 40 projects concurrently including the new Tappan Zee Bridge, Lawrence Hospital, and Monroe College
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Organized and facilitated regular meetings with team members to review project milestones and deadlines.
- Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
- Gained greensheet certification which enabled me to sign a customer’s contractor authorizing them to commence utility work
- Managed numerous solar, electric, and gas service installations
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Gained gas fusion pipe inspector certification
- Mentored and trained new CPMs.
Engineer- Transmission Planning (Standards & Compliance)
Consolidated Edison Company
New York
11.2009 - 11.2012
- No violations and 100% on time reporting to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Northeast Power Coordinating Council (NPCC) during my tenure
- Completed three NPCC/NERC audits successfully preventing multimillion-dollar fines being levied at Consolidated Edison
- Managed the Transmission Planning Standards and Compliance SharePoint Website.
- Evaluated existing processes and technology solutions for improvement opportunities.
- Researched industry trends in order to identify potential areas of improvement.
Associate Engineer- Transmission Planning (Standards & Compliance)
Consolidated Edison Company
New York
10.2007 - 11.2009
- No violations and 100% on time reporting to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Northeast Power Coordinating Council (NPCC) during my tenure
- Completed three NPCC/NERC audits successfully preventing multimillion-dollar fines being levied at Consolidated Edison
- Managed the Transmission Planning Standards and Compliance SharePoint Website.
Educator and Dean
Bronx Engineering and Technology Academy (BETA)
Bronx, New York
09.2001 - 10.2007
- While at BETA, I was responsible for ensuring that all school regulations were adhered to
- In cases where there were infarctions, I would design corrective measures to avert future occurrences, and ensure that a safe and productive atmosphere is maintained
- Helped at risk students meet and exceed requirements of the highly specialized curriculum
- Taught math and technology
- Communicated with parents and guardians about student daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the individual needs of students.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Planned classroom activities to enable students to work independently, in small groups and in large groups.
Systems Test Engineer
Lucent Technologies
Red Bank, New Jersey
06.2000 - 06.2001
- Wrote technical reports on test and analysis results and presented findings to stakeholders.
- Wrote and updated manual test cases for team use, maintaining optimal organization for maximum productivity.
- Responsible for testing telecommunication routers.
- Monitored systems after installation or upgrade for proper functioning according to specifications.
- Created and submitted detailed bug reports about encountered anomalies in builds.
- Executed acceptance tests to verify that the application is meeting customer requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering/Telecommunications
Fu Foundation School of Engineering, Columbia University
01.2000
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering/Applied Math & Statistics
Stony Brook University
01.1999
Skills
- Time Management
- Proactive and assertive
- Flexible and approachable
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Stakeholder Communications
- Staff Management
- Performance Improvements
- Project Management supervision
- Team Work managing high performing engineering team
- Organizing and planning
- Schedule Management
- Compliance Monitoring
- Cost Control
- Contract Management
- Purchasing and Procurement
- Budget Preparation
- Presentations
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Financial Coordinator, Responsible for maintaining, on target and on budget, $60M budget for various projects.
- Technical Assistant to the Vice President, one individual is chosen annually for this merit based special assignment
- Monroe College Project, Letter of commendation sent by contractor to Con Edison due to my extemporary project management and customer service skills
- North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Prevented multimillion-dollar fines by successfully completing audits with no violations
Volunteer Experience
Habitat for Humanity, Build homes for veterans and recruited new volunteers. Volunteer tutor
References
- Shaun Smith, Director, Distribution Planning, 917-935-2457, smithsha@coned.com
- Joe White, Section Manager, DG Ombudsman, 917-841-4214, whitejoe@coned.com
Affiliations
- Volleyball and Tennis player
- Praise and worship leader
Languages
English
Full Professional
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
Timeline
Project Manager – Distributed System Platform
Consolidated Edison Company
10.2021 - Current
Project Specialist – Distributed Generation Ombudsman Team
Consolidated Edison Company
06.2020 - 10.2021
Project Specialist – Advanced Metering Infrastructure
Consolidated Edison Company
06.2016 - 06.2020
Technical Assistant to the Vice President of Engineering and Planning
Consolidated Edison Company
06.2015 - 06.2016
Customer Project Manager (CPM)
Consolidated Edison Company
11.2012 - 06.2015
Engineer- Transmission Planning (Standards & Compliance)
Consolidated Edison Company
11.2009 - 11.2012
Associate Engineer- Transmission Planning (Standards & Compliance)
Consolidated Edison Company
10.2007 - 11.2009
Educator and Dean
Bronx Engineering and Technology Academy (BETA)
09.2001 - 10.2007
Systems Test Engineer
Lucent Technologies
06.2000 - 06.2001
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering/Telecommunications
Fu Foundation School of Engineering, Columbia University
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering/Applied Math & Statistics
Stony Brook University
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