Ruben Lara
Federal Way
Summary
Experienced electrical superintendent with 15+ years in commercial and residential electrical systems installation and supervision. Committed to delivering high-quality work outcomes and ensuring safe operating practices. Utilizes background in construction management to effectively manage multiple projects ranging from 2 million to 12 million electrical projects. Recognized for building successful teams and setting individuals up for success in supervisory roles.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Superintendent
D & S Elcectrical Contractors LLC
Greater Seattle Area
02.2023 - Current
- Monitored employee performance and adherence to job specifications to maintain quality standards and high client satisfaction.
- Used issue resolution and proactive communication to promote excellent client satisfaction.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Developed strong leadership skills with a low turnover rate.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
Construction Manager/Electrical Foreman
Solgen Power
Lakewood, WA
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Supervised crew of Solar electricians and installer's. Maintained a safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Monitored employee performance and adherence to job specifications to maintain quality standards and high client satisfaction.
- Used Software ex. Procore, Bluebeam, planGrid ,Salesforce
- Prioritized and distributed work assignments, selecting employees by strength in skills required for each task.
- Communicated with clients to assess needs, provide status reports informing of any potential delays.
- Trained and mentored subordinates on complex procedures and industry best
- Prepared 3-4 week projection reports.
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Supervised team of 30 Solar installers and electricians to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
Electrical General Foreman
DKD Electric
San Antonio, TX
01.2017 - 02.2022
- Oversaw Rooftop and Ground installations.
- Assigned daily duties to each employee based upon individual strengths, effectively completing 97% of solar installs jobs on time.
- Provided Layout of pad and switchgear.
- Did a 3-4 week look ahead
- Knowledge of DC and string wiring diagrams along with DAS systems, Inverter, combiner and disconnect knowledge.
- Read complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
- Facilitated work site safety by applying knowledge of safety protocol and awareness of potential hazards for 60+ employees.
- Resolved team and client challenges with proactive and actionable solutions.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
Electrical Superintendent/Assistant Project Manager
Titus Electrical Contracting
Austin, TX
05.2012 - 01.2017
- Developed and initiated projects, including managing costs, schedule and performance.
- Reviewed blueprints with attention on plan details regarding discrepancies and change orders.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by setting realistic timelines and checkpoints, weekly created look- ahead plan to execute projects on time.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with Senior project managers utilizing plan grid, Bluebeam, Bim software.
- Oversaw 8+ projects, meeting project deadlines while staying under budget ensuring accuracy and success at every development stage.
- Responding to clients' questions and concerns ensuring our customer is educated, informed and satisfied.
- Completed quality assurance and compliance reviews for every job.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
General Foreman/Electrician
JBI Electrical Systems Inc.
San Antonio, TX
01.2008 - 03.2014
- Managed teams of as many as 20+ skilled and semi-skilled professionals completing electrical projects.
- Oversaw master project scheduling, as well as plans for specific materials and work assignments required to complete each job.
- Communicated with clients to convey timelines, scope of work and potential challenges throughout the project timeline.
- Provided empowering leadership to ensure positive production outcomes and consistent team morale while engaging professionally with General contractors and customers to build rapport and nurture relationships.
- Mitigated operational risk, compiling performance, financial, headcount and AUM data to forecast outlook.
- Coordinated budgets, payroll and records.
- Checked compliance and quality of all work performed.
- Analyzed blueprints to determine where to run wires, install electrical outlets and connect wires to central circuit panels.
- Ensured that electrical crew members were properly licensed and followed all safety procedures.
- Reviewed electrical schematics and plans and followed according to specifications.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Riverside City College
Riverside, CASkills
- Administration and Management
- Multi-Project Coordination
- Blueprints and Schematics
- Safety Awareness
- Project Management
- Bluebeam,Procore, Plangrid
- Empowering Leadership
- Self Control and Integrity
- Stress Tolerance
- Customer Relations
- Commercial Project Expertise
- Hiring and Onboarding
- RFI's and ASI'S
- Client relation
- Subcontractor relations
- Electrical design
Certification
- 01 Washington State Journeyman
- Texas Journeyman
- NFPA70E
- Boom, Scissor lift
- Lockout Tagout
- OSHA 30-General industry
- OSHA 30-Construction
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Licensed Journeyman Electrician in 12 states
Held my Electrical Journeyman license IN 12 States.
Timeline
Electrical Superintendent
D & S Elcectrical Contractors LLC
02.2023 - Current
Construction Manager/Electrical Foreman
Solgen Power
04.2022 - 02.2023
Electrical General Foreman
DKD Electric
01.2017 - 02.2022
Electrical Superintendent/Assistant Project Manager
Titus Electrical Contracting
05.2012 - 01.2017
General Foreman/Electrician
JBI Electrical Systems Inc.
01.2008 - 03.2014
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Riverside City College