Victor Edwardo Avila
Richmond,TX
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at Elawan Energy, excelling in project management and subcontractor oversight. Spearheaded the successful construction of over 250 MWs of Solar PV, enhancing productivity and ensuring compliance. Bilingual in Spanish, I thrive in collaborative environments, leveraging technical expertise and strong communication skills to drive project success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Elawan Energy
Houston, Texas
04.2025 - Current
- Reviewed and approved change order requests for all construction areas.
- Approved and cataloged all RFI requests from EPC and subcontractors regarding project construction.
- Evaluated EPC project milestones to ensure payments aligned with contract terms and field percentage completions.
- Approved materials, subcontractors, and processes via Procore platform.
- Facilitated weekly progress meetings with EPC and subcontractors, distributing meeting minutes within 24 hours.
- Managed QA/QC process throughout project lifecycle to ensure acceptable product delivery by EPC.
- Updated project schedules to reflect material availability and contractor progress.
- Executed contractual agreements through in-field observations and effective subcontractor management.
Solar Field Engineer
Elawan Energy
Houston, Texas
05.2022 - 04.2025
- Acted as owner representative for construction of over 250 MWs of Solar PV.
- Conducted thorough review of civil, mechanical, and electrical drawings for compliance with work procedures.
- Ensured EPC possessed necessary documentation for successful project completion.
- Coordinated project closeout functions, including punch lists and testing/commissioning, with EPC.
- Spearheaded local and federal permitting process for upcoming 500+ MW projects involving BESS, Wind Repower, and PV.
- Secured bids from EPC and environmental consultants to advance projects in pipeline.
Commissioning and Troubleshooting Technician
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
Lubbock, Texas
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Executed advanced troubleshooting for electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Provided technical support across US Southwest Region to enhance production fleetwide.
Business Excellence Champion
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
Lubbock, Texas
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Increased site productivity from 89% to 98% between 2020 and 2022.
- Developed company-wide work procedures to enhance turbine longevity.
- Maximized employee performance through hands-on training and mentoring.
Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
Lubbock, Texas
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Proactively led crews to complete annual and semi-annual maintenances of 74 G114 turbines.
Wind Turbine Technician
Wanzek Construction
Amarillo, Texas
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Performed routine maintenance on Siemens, Vestas, and GE wind turbines to ensure operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Wind Energy
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas08.2018
Study Abroad Experience
Texas Tech University
Seville, Spain12.2015
Skills
Technical schematic interpretation
Project management and scheduling
EPC and consultant acquisition
Subcontractor oversight
Construction planning
Quality assurance
Technical report writing and presenting
Field experience in Solar/Wind
Certification
CAPM, Project Management Institute, 07/26
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Project Manager
Elawan Energy
04.2025 - Current
Solar Field Engineer
Elawan Energy
05.2022 - 04.2025
Commissioning and Troubleshooting Technician
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
08.2020 - 05.2022
Business Excellence Champion
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
03.2020 - 05.2022
Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
06.2019 - 08.2020
Wind Turbine Technician
Wanzek Construction
05.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Wind Energy
Texas Tech University
Study Abroad Experience
Texas Tech University