Donald James Flower
accu7z@r.postjobfree.com
Skills:
• Experienced team leader with ability to manage cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail, accurate, organized, self motivated and ability to multi-task
• Critical thinking, decision-making and problem solving
• Builds business relationships by listening, educating and providing effective solutions
• Analytical yet creative in dealing with complex assignments and projects
Experience:
Custom Energy and ConEdison Solutions - Overland Park, Kansas - November 2000 to July 2013
Measurement and Verification Manager, Services Manager
Department Management
• Strategic planning and presentation of department objectives nationally and locally
• Improved client reporting from 20% to 100% on time and monthly reporting
• Selected appropriate vendors and equipment for data collection and analysis
• Converted outsourcing of utility bill management to in house process
• Understanding of sensors, data collection devices and energy analysis software
• Human and material resource planning and budgeting
• Office energy and sustainability manager
Project Management
• Experience with energy management systems and energy efficiency calculations
• Company liaison and program manager for rebate projects in NY, NJ and TX
• Managed over $7.8 million in energy savings performance guarantees
• Managed project schedules and budgets for all post construction services
• National travel to meet with clients, vendors and oversee project implementation
• Coordinated technician, vendors and clients to perform field installation and troubleshooting
Business Development and Customer Relations
• Business Development - Sales and Support - Cultivated relationships with clients
• Attended trade shows and conferences in business development role
• Client research, lead generation and cold calls
• Participated in all sales bi-weekly meetings, MBDi Training and internal training sessions
• Developed company’s energy education and behavior management programs
• Presented energy education lessons and materials to company, clients and students
Olathe School District - Olathe, KS - August 1995 to October 2000
Certified Teacher - Third, Fourth and Sixth Grade
• Planned instructional lessons and activities
• Behavior management of students
• Fostered climate of accountability for ones actions and a safe learning environment
• Created an environment conducive to learning
• Allowed students to learn and be creative at their own pace and comfort level
• Met district curriculum and achievement objectives
• Promote district in favorable and positive image within community
• Created a positive interaction between the classroom and home
• Collaborate with teaching team at each grade level
• Coached freshman and sophomore soccer team
• Taught the value of team work and accomplishing goals in a competitive environment
Education:
• Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Nebraska Lincoln - Graduated May 1992
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• Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Nebraska Omaha - Graduated May 1995
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• Master of Arts – Curriculum and Instruction
University of Missouri Kansas City - Graduated May 1999
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Additional Skills, Certifications and Hobbies:
• Experienced in working with business software including Word, Excel, Power Point and Project
• Proficient in utility management software – Portfolio Manager, Metrix and SRS
• CEM (Certified Energy Manager) through the Association of Energy Engineers
• LEED o+m (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design - Operation and Maintenance)
Accredited Professional
• Volunteer coach - football, basketball and soccer
• Fitness activities, club sports and fundraising events