STEVEN J MCCREIGHT
Commerce,Texas
Summary
Results-driven Site and Project Manager with extensive experience in Operations and Maintenance (O&M) self-performance and contract management. Expertise in project integration and EPC construction management, ensuring adherence to contract terms through precise progress tracking and deliverable management. Specialized in renewable energy operations, successfully executing projects in wind and solar sectors while managing multiple timelines and stringent schedules.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Regional Contract Supervisor
WEC Energy Group
08.2025 - Current
- Ensured compliance for over 1GW solar assets across Texas, Illinois, Ohio.
- Supervised contract compliance and regulatory standards across multiple solar projects.
- Coordinated project timelines and resources to maximize workflow efficiency.
- Negotiated favorable subcontractor terms, enhancing contract conditions and project outcomes.
- Mentored team members in contract management and risk assessment best practices.
- Achieved vegetation management compliance at four solar assets within eight weeks.
Plant Manager
Ørsted North America, Inc
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Ensured regulatory compliance, enhancing operational safety at 573MW solar facility.
- Oversaw operational budget, collaborating with asset management on financial initiatives.
- Achieved performance objectives by managing O&M provider contractual obligations effectively.
- Resolved warranty claims, ensuring timely submission throughout the warranty duration.
- Executed maintenance plans for inverters and PV systems, optimizing Ørsted solar fleet performance.
- Identified DC health issues, implementing improvements to prevent future PV system losses.
Solar Site Manager
Enel North America, Inc
03.2020 - 04.2024
- Executed daily operations for a 500MW solar facility, ensuring safety.
- Oversaw budget and schedule completion for multiple projects in assigned region.
- Collaborated with Maintenance Planner to optimize personnel and Work Orders scheduling.
- Reviewed monthly KPI results, analyzing Planned vs Actual performance metrics.
- Developed processes and procedures for knowledge management and document storage.
- Planned site start-up, including vendor setup, staffing, and equipment readiness.
Assistant Wind Site Supervisor
Enel North America, Inc
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Ensured safe site operations, enhancing compliance with regulatory standards and obligations.
- Conducted regular inspections, maintaining project timelines and adherence to specifications.
- Cultivated stakeholder relationships through detailed, consistent project updates and communication.
- Performed QA/QC inspections on substations and wind turbine generators for quality assurance.
- Managed spare parts inventory, ensuring accurate accounting and availability on-site.
- Facilitated predictive maintenance compliance and NERC program adherence across wind facilities.
Wind Technician III
Enel North America, Inc
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Ensured peak performance of 150 MW wind facility through safe operations.
- Troubleshot wind turbines effectively, adhering to company safety standards.
- Led maintenance team for annual and semi-annual servicing of turbines.
- Executed lock-out/tag-out procedures to enhance workplace safety.
- Completed essential documentation and paperwork for compliance and records.
- Mentored junior technicians to improve skill sets and operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance, ensuring reliability and performance of turbine systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues promptly, minimizing turbine downtime.
Wind Technician II
Enel North America, Inc
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Ensured peak performance of 150 MW wind facility through safe operations.
- Reduced downtime by diagnosing mechanical issues and implementing timely repairs.
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance on wind turbine systems for optimal performance.
- Supported troubleshooting efforts for GE 1.79 wind turbines, enhancing operational reliability.
- Conducted annual and semi-annual maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering skill development and operational excellence.
Lead Wind Turbine Technician
Sky Climber Renewables
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Enhanced operational efficiency by leading on-site resource travel teams at wind sites.
- Directed maintenance on Vestas V-90 and Suzlon S-64 wind turbines effectively.
- Developed daily maintenance plans to streamline team operations and schedules.
- Ensured timely maintenance completion while adhering to company safety standards.
- Served as primary contact for O&M site managers and customers.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical and mechanical issues in turbine systems promptly.
- Conducted routine safety inspections to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Managed inventory of tools and parts for maintenance operations effectively.
Lead MV Cable Splicer/Terminator
Mortenson Construction
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during medium voltage terminations.
- Executed medium voltage terminations in wind farm collection systems efficiently.
- Managed padmount transformer T-body and junction box terminations effectively.
- Conducted QA/QC paperwork, enhancing overall project quality and accountability.
- Performed PD and VFL cable testing to verify system integrity.
- Trained junior splicers in safety procedures and technical best practices.
Wind Turbine Electrical Technician
Wanzek Construction
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Achieved compliance with electrical specifications through effective project team collaboration.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for installation and safety protocols.
- Secured MV cable installation along tower ladder using brackets and zip-ties.
- Conducted detailed inspections, documenting and resolving identified punch list items.
- Terminated MV cable at tower base switchgear, ensuring proper functioning.
- Prepared nacelles with essential components, including communication cables and FAA lights.
Lead MV Cable Splicer
FNS, Inc. Wind Power Division
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during medium voltage terminations.
- Executed medium voltage terminations for wind farm collection systems effectively.
- Performed T-body terminations for padmount transformers and junction boxes.
- Conducted underground in-line splices and substation riser terminations.
- Completed QA/QC paperwork to maintain project quality standards.
- Executed PD and VFL cable testing to ensure reliability.
Education
Electrical Safety - NFPA 70E, Substation Switching, Maintenance I & II, Electrical Safety & Utilities
AVO Training Institute
Dallas, TX01.2023
Tech Essentials - Qualified Electrical Worker
Danish Wind Power Academy ApS
Enid, OK01.2020
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Time management
- Strategic negotiation skills
- Active listening
- Time allocation planning
- Financial budget oversight
- Quality control processes
- Proficient in Microsoft 365
- Contract administration
- Dispute resolution
- Legal compliance
- Cost control
Timeline
Senior Regional Contract Supervisor
WEC Energy Group
08.2025 - Current
Plant Manager
Ørsted North America, Inc
04.2024 - 08.2025
Assistant Wind Site Supervisor
Enel North America, Inc
09.2021 - 10.2022
Wind Technician III
Enel North America, Inc
11.2020 - 09.2021
Solar Site Manager
Enel North America, Inc
03.2020 - 04.2024
Wind Technician II
Enel North America, Inc
03.2020 - 11.2020
Lead Wind Turbine Technician
Sky Climber Renewables
06.2019 - 02.2020
Lead MV Cable Splicer/Terminator
Mortenson Construction
01.2019 - 06.2019
Wind Turbine Electrical Technician
Wanzek Construction
08.2018 - 01.2019
Lead MV Cable Splicer
FNS, Inc. Wind Power Division
08.2014 - 08.2018
Tech Essentials - Qualified Electrical Worker
Danish Wind Power Academy ApS
Electrical Safety - NFPA 70E, Substation Switching, Maintenance I & II, Electrical Safety & Utilities
AVO Training Institute