SAMUEL HUNTINGTON
Kailua Kona,HI
Summary
A results-driven Assistant Project Manager and Engineer with 3+ years of comprehensive experience managing utility-scale renewable energy projects from development through commercial operations. Proven expertise in EPC project delivery for solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and grid interconnection projects ranging from 15 MW to 150 MW. Skilled in full project lifecycle management, including design, procurement, contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, stakeholder coordination, and budget oversight. Experienced in managing cross-functional teams, coordinating with utilities and permitting agencies, and delivering projects on schedule within $50M+ budgets, while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Project Manager/Project Engineer (Contracted for project)
Site Constructors Inc.
Hawaii, Hawaii
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Led engineering and construction oversight for 120 MWh BESS installation and 30 MW solar PV facility, managing $10M procurement activities.
- Coordinated engineering, procurement, and construction across five disciplines, including electrical and mechanical teams.
- Supervised all aspects of 30 MW solar PV construction while integrating TESLA Megapack BESS for hybrid system efficiency.
- Designed cable routing systems for TESLA Megapack BESS and solar PV arrays, ensuring effective PCS integration.
- Directed project procurement valued at $10M, overseeing vendor relations, contract negotiations, and supply chain logistics.
- Approved electrical wiring drawings for transformer alarms and solar interconnection, achieving compliance with IEEE standards.
- Managed fiber optic infrastructure procurement and installation, executing precise splicing and testing processes.
- Developed Excel-based project tracking system to monitor materials and milestones, ensuring adherence to project schedule.
Project Engineer (Promoted from Field Engineer)
MYR Energy Services, Inc.
Henderson, Colorado
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed construction and commissioning of two 100 MW+ solar PV facilities and two 50 MWh FLUENCE BESS systems.
- Oversaw construction across four utility-scale projects, optimizing resources and schedules for timely delivery.
- Designed tracking systems for daily reports, commissioning protocols, and quality control documentation.
- Coordinated project schedules integrating material deliveries, contractor availability, and permitting requirements.
- Led technical coordination between solar PV arrays and FLUENCE battery storage systems for grid compliance.
- Resolved SCADA and network communication failures during commissioning to maintain grid reliability standards.
- Collaborated with local AHJs and utility representatives on compliance documentation for interconnection agreements.
- Facilitated weekly progress meetings with contractors and internal teams to ensure alignment on milestones.
Project Engineer
JWright
Murray, Utah
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed preconstruction and construction phases for multiple utility-scale solar projects totaling 125 MW across Utah and Nevada.
- Transformed conceptual design drawings and municipal specifications into detailed construction work plans
- Resolved GPS and 3D modeling equipment issues on-site, ensuring continuous survey operations and maintaining construction schedule adherence.
- Developed 3D earthwork models for large-scale projects, identifying optimization opportunities that improved grading efficiency and reduced overall project timelines through optimized site preparation plans.
- Drafted and managed subcontracts across engineering disciplines including geotechnical, environmental, and electrical, ensuring scope alignment and compliance.
- Provided on-site technical support during construction, resolving design conflicts and coordinating with prime contractors to maintain project momentum.
Education
Engineer in Training (EIT) - FE -
NCESS
Hawaii06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
The University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT06.2021
Skills
- Project management and lifecycle oversight
- Budgeting and cost control
- Procurement and contracting
- Stakeholder engagement
- Technical expertise in renewable energy
- Power systems engineering
- Engineering software proficiency
- Regulatory compliance and risk management
- Field operations management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Project Manager/Project Engineer (Contracted for project)
Site Constructors Inc.
12.2023 - 03.2025
Project Engineer (Promoted from Field Engineer)
MYR Energy Services, Inc.
08.2022 - 12.2023
Project Engineer
JWright
07.2021 - 07.2022
Engineer in Training (EIT) - FE -
NCESS
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
The University of Utah
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