Rick Grohman
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Experienced electrical operations and project management professional with 30+ years in commercial electrical construction and facility infrastructure, including leadership roles as Foreman, Project Manager, and Operations Manager. Extensive experience managing critical electrical infrastructure, occupied building renovations, large electrical distribution systems, building automation systems (BAS/BMS), and subcontractor management. Combines extensive electrical expertise with college coursework in Computer Science and Business Management, providing a strong foundation for managing electrical infrastructure, critical power systems, and facility operations. Seeking a Critical Facilities Manager, Data Center Operations Manager, Electrical Operations Manager, or similar mission-critical facilities leadership position.
Overview
1
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Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
ALL STAR ELECTRIC
San Antonio, Texas
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Directed electrical operations and managed up to 31 total employees across multiple simultaneous commercial projects.
- Increased employee retention from 68% to 87% through better benefits programs, regular team bonding activities, and company social events.
- Resolved scheduling conflicts and resource constraints, minimizing project downtime and equipment idle time.
- Implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to establish consistent operational and field processes.
- Developed methods of procedure (MOPs) outlining steps for complex electrical tasks.
- Developed emergency recovery procedures designed to provide a step-by-step response to unexpected, critical electrical and facility events.
- Provided high-level oversight of electrical infrastructure projects including critical backup power systems.
- Managed high-level QA/QC processes and reviewed subcontractor performance to ensure work met facility requirements, project specifications, code requirements, and quality standards.
- Coordinated specialized subcontractors, including medium-voltage contractors, and managed their integration with the electrical distribution system.
Project Manager
ALL STAR ELECTRIC
San Antonio, Texas
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Managed multiple commercial electrical projects ranging from $200,000 to $2.6 million.
- Supervised and coordinated teams of up to 27 electricians while maintaining project schedules, budgets, safety, quality, and client requirements.
- Managed projects involving large electrical distribution systems, large switchgear, emergency power systems, UPS systems, lighting controls, and building automation.
- Managed mission critical facility projects requiring detailed knowledge of emergency power systems and proper connection to designated emergency power sources.
- Managed installation of multiple UPS systems supporting critical systems and equipment for systems ranging from 80 kVA to 225 kVA.
- Oversaw installation of backup generators and automatic transfer switches to ensure reliable power supply during outages.
- Coordinated medium-voltage subcontractors and managed their work interfaces with the project's electrical distribution systems.
- Performed QA/QC inspections of subcontractor work to verify compliance with NEC requirements, facility standards, project specifications, and quality standards.
- Led complex electrical renovations in occupied facilities, coordinating shutdowns to maintain operations and minimize disruption to occupants.
Education
Computer Science & Business Management
Trinity University
San Antonio, Texas12-2000
Skills
- UPS Systems
- Backup Generators
- Electrical Infrastructure
- Building Automation Systems
- Critical Facilities Operations
- SOP Development
- MOP Development
- Emergency Recovery Planning
- QA/QC Program Development
- Subcontractor Management
- Project Management
- Budget & Schedule Management
- Vendor & Contractor Coordination
- NEC/NFPA 70
- NFPA 70E
- Facility Management
Certification
- Texas Licensed Master Electrician, 2008 - Current
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- NFPA 70E
Projects
- Fort Sam Houston Research Hospital, 2022, $2.6 Million, Managed major electrical modernization project at an occupied research hospital. Directed replacement of approximately 3,000 lighting fixtures. Managed implementation of modern lighting controls integrated with the facility's Building Management System. Coordinated construction while maintaining continuous facility operations. Managed work in classified areas requiring security clearances and controlled access. Coordinated personnel, subcontractors, schedules, QA/QC, facility requirements, and project execution.
- Clarity Child Guidance Center, 2023, Managed complete renovation of an existing medical care building. Directed installation of a 200 kW emergency generator and ATS. Managed new electrical distribution, lighting, lighting controls, electrical devices, and emergency power infrastructure. Coordinated project execution around healthcare facility requirements and applicable emergency power codes.
Timeline
Operations Manager
ALL STAR ELECTRIC
01.2023 - 01.2026
Project Manager
ALL STAR ELECTRIC
01.2015 - 01.2023
Computer Science & Business Management
Trinity University