Peter Smith
Murrieta,CA
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with a California Electrical Contractors License (C-10), proficient in steering projects ranging from $25K to $1.5M+. Expertise in leading diverse teams of up to 50 members, successfully driving efficiency and profitability in departmental operations. Committed to enhancing knowledge across all phases of the commercial industry while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Technology Instructor
San Joaquin Valley College
Temecula, CA
12.2021 - Current
- Conducts training for students who are seeking a career in the electrical industry.
- Areas of focus are geared around residential, industrial, and commercial trade.
- Provides a knowledgeable foundation in electrical theory in Ohm's Law, conduit bending, residential and commercial wiring, and industrial troubleshooting, while teaching students to navigate around the NEC (National Electrical Code).
- Classroom sizes typically range from 15 to 20 students, maintaining a 95% grade average.
- Performs skills needed to size transformers, load calculations for sizing residential or commercial/industrial buildings, and equipment sizing related to voltage and ampacities.
Electrical Project Manager/Estimator
Cennox, Inc.
Temecual, CA
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Developed the EV Charging department focused on Level 2 and 3 EV chargers, streamlining the estimating process based on common assemblies and best practices.
- Communicated with multiple utility companies throughout the U.S. to facilitate EVSE installations per AHJ and NEC requirements.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Met with customers to identify electrical needs and recommended appropriate services and equipment.
Solar Project Manager
Sullivan Solar Power
San Diego, CA
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Customer Relationship Management ranges from 35 to 65 accounts monthly, from point of sale to PTO.
- During the pandemic, we continually deployed a monthly average of 130 kW in installs.
- Scheduling and forecasting of preconstruction meetings, PV and energy storage installations, customer payment collections, AHJ inspections, utility service upgrades, and subcontractors.
- Continually worked with design and install teams on technical focus related to both PV and energy storage.
- Oversee between 125 kW and 250 kW of installations per month to the customer orientation phase.
Electrical Project Manager
Dan Moore Electric
San Bernardino, CA
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Focused on implementing the scope of work detailed in the contract, avoiding additional costs while in direct contact with the PM, CM, or site superintendent.
- Expedited estimate breakdowns for each project, issued RFIs, COs for additional scope, and submittals to contractors while having response times within 48 hours.
- Maintained 15%–20% profit margins for each project while maintaining construction schedules with no delays.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Solar Project Manager
Baker Electric Solar
Escondido, CA
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Oversaw 250+ residential solar projects from design to closeout, with an average PTO of 45 days.
- Communicated to customers on special design needs, such as new roofs or roof improvements, main service panel upgrades, production guarantee assessments, pool thermal additions, smart home integration, and energy storage guidelines, while upselling these items.
- Prepared BOMs, change orders, utility meter spots, single line design, layout design, underground trenching report, and self-generation incentive program energy (SGIP) report, keeping the design process ongoing.
Regional Manager Site Survey
Vivint Solar
Lehi, UT
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Managed 12 offices in five states, totaling 30 Site Survey techs and two District Supervisors.
- Surveyed over 600 residences per week, with less than a 3% error rate.
- Monitored efficiencies by maximizing production, minimizing drive time, and limiting hours worked.
- Continued to innovate and improve the process by shortening wait times, and improving the customer experience.
Regional Operations Manager
SolarCity
San Diego, CA
11.2013 - 08.2014
- Increased average monthly kW installed from 400 kW in 2013 to nearly 1 MW in 2014.
- Implemented a four-day work week for six crews, keeping the amount of overtime concentrated low, while improving morale within the installation teams.
- Improved crews' average daily install increased from 5 kW per day to nearly 10 kW per day.
- Help pilot this first team of installers to launch the Energy Storage Tesla Powerwall.
- Stressed the importance of the safety program and maintained the low incident rate within SCTY, Southern California Region.
General Manager of Operations, RME
Verengo Solar
Torrance, CA
08.2009 - 10.2013
- Increased staffing support of monthly revenues from $400,000 per month to $9.5 million per month. Burgeoning volume of business required increasing staff from 50 to 900.
- Eliminated unnecessary steps on the job; ensured each crew had the proper tools for the assigned job, thereby eliminating wasted time.
- Trained and motivated employees to have a loyal and productive attitude. These improvements earned the company its reputation in the industry for the unparalleled, fast completion time.
- Created an installation manual encompassing system layout, roof penetration, racking installation, proper electrical grounding, module installation, circuit breaker installation, and safety.
Project Manager/Field Supervisor
Baker Electric
Escondido, CA
05.2000 - 05.2009
- Managed $15 million in electrical projects and $5 million in solar projects per quarter.
- I piloted the first residential solar projects within the company, from site survey, design, permitting, installation, inspection, to PTO.
- Introduced piecework into Union Local 569, thus improving processes and saving labor hours.
- Maintained profit margins between 20% and 30% for all projects being managed.
Electrical Foreman
Jamar Electric
Temecula, CA
05.1998 - 05.2000
- Acquired the skills necessary to be an electrical foreman and maintain project schedules by coordinating with the project superintendent.
- Lead teams of electricians on piece work in both rough and trim electrical work, while motivating others to improve.
- Basic understanding of processes in building a residential community.
Electrician's Mate Third Class
United States Navy, USN
San Diego, CA
05.1994 - 05.1998
- I served as a shipboard electrician in the engineering department and acquired skills to be an electrician. Awarded two Navy Achievement Medals.
- Worked in the E-Division, where it was important to provide preventative maintenance on all motorized electrical equipment on the ship.
- Continually stood watch at the switchboard while underway and still maintained daily duties as an electrician.
Education
Apprenticeship - Electrician Maintenance School
U.S. Navy Service School Command
Great Lakes, ILConstruction Management - Undergraduate Studies
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CAJourneyman - National Electrical Contractors Assocation
San Diego Electrical Training Center
San Diego, CAGeneral Journeyman Electrician - Division of Apprenticeship Standards
California Department of Industrial Relations
San Francisco, CACertificate of Completion - Computerized Estimating Level 100 & 200
Accubid Professional Development
San Francisco, CACertificate of Completion - Alliance Project Management (NECA)
Project Management For Electrical Contractors
San Diego, CALic# - 926127 - C-10 Electrical Contractors License
California State License Board
Sacramento, CASkills
- Safety,
- Project Management
- Team Management
- Expense Management
- Budgeting
- Customer and Subcontractor Relationship Management
- Collections
- Scheduled Forecasting
- Risk Management
- Incentivising
- Project Design
- SalesForce
- Quickbase
- Accubid
- Electrical Bid Manager
- Electrical Estimating
- Troubleshooting,
- National Electric Code Standards
- Jurisdictional Code Standards
- Utility Code Standards
- Quality Assurance
Timeline
Electrical Project Manager/Estimator
Cennox, Inc.
10.2022 - 07.2024
Electrical Technology Instructor
San Joaquin Valley College
12.2021 - Current
Solar Project Manager
Sullivan Solar Power
07.2019 - 06.2021
Electrical Project Manager
Dan Moore Electric
09.2018 - 05.2019
Solar Project Manager
Baker Electric Solar
11.2017 - 08.2018
Regional Manager Site Survey
Vivint Solar
01.2015 - 10.2017
Regional Operations Manager
SolarCity
11.2013 - 08.2014
General Manager of Operations, RME
Verengo Solar
08.2009 - 10.2013
Project Manager/Field Supervisor
Baker Electric
05.2000 - 05.2009
Electrical Foreman
Jamar Electric
05.1998 - 05.2000
Electrician's Mate Third Class
United States Navy, USN
05.1994 - 05.1998
Apprenticeship - Electrician Maintenance School
U.S. Navy Service School Command
Construction Management - Undergraduate Studies
San Diego Mesa College
Journeyman - National Electrical Contractors Assocation
San Diego Electrical Training Center
General Journeyman Electrician - Division of Apprenticeship Standards
California Department of Industrial Relations
Certificate of Completion - Computerized Estimating Level 100 & 200
Accubid Professional Development
Certificate of Completion - Alliance Project Management (NECA)
Project Management For Electrical Contractors
Lic# - 926127 - C-10 Electrical Contractors License
California State License Board
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