JOSH A. RATTNER

I am a third generation Electrical Contractor/Electrical Engineer. My diverse experience has brought me from driving vans and delivering material to Directing a division for the second Largest Electrical Contractor in New York City. Due to my upbringing in the trades, I find that being involved in a project from estimating through completion is my best pathway to a successful job. I also tend to “own the job”; take full accountability for my projects and manage them in that manner. My duties have included not just estimating and project management, but overseeing the purchasing and financial aspects of my whole division.

I have over 20 years of experience in estimating and managing electrical projects varying from Fire Alarm Upgrades to Skyscrapers and Medium Voltage Power Plants. Additionally, I hold degrees in Building Construction Management and Electrical Engineering.

Listed below are a few jobs that I have overseen either as Project Executive or Project Manager:

North Yonkers Pump Station Rehabilitation (Westchester County DPW) – Complete rehabilitation of existing 25,000 sq ft pump station inclusive of all lighting, motor control centers, distribution equipment, and service transformer. North Yonkers Pump Station is one of the main facilities servicing all of Westchester County and therefore prolonged outages to the pumps were not permitted. This required a new service tie-in during 3 consecutive work shifts and to utilize temporary switchgear and generators. $3,500,000

Oakhill Capital LLC. – Complete 30,000 sqft office fit out with trading floor in Stamford, CT. This project included a short timeframe for fit out and high end lighting. Additionally, the main conference rooms and CEO’s offices required extensive re-design on the electrical work without impacting the move in date. $ 1,000,000

Queens Museum of Art (NYC-DDC) – Conversion of a 94,000 sq ft ice rink into an Art Museum. The project consists of architectural lighting systems, security system, a telecommunications system, site lighting, new switchgear, new distribution panelboards, and a new back-up generator. This was a Prime electrical contractor project. $6,500,000

Bowery Bay Emergency Cable Replacement (NYC DEP) –This was a mission critical and time sensitive project. Due to failure of various 5kV distribution lines, the DEP declared a state of emergency, requesting replacement of approximately 60,000 feet of 5kV cable that powers the heart of the plant’s operations. Keeping the plant in operation during these emergency installations, while dealing with a congested site and a demanding owner, are only some of the challenges we faced daily. $4,000,000

Hunts Point Waste Water Digester & Polymer Refurbishment (NYC DEP) – Electrical work upgrades include selective demolition to existing infrastructures; power and distribution systems upgrades, new lighting and branch wiring installations, along with extensive control wiring sensor input/outputs upgrades to plant Distributed Control Systems . Completing the work on time and in accordance with design requirements is something I take very seriously. $6,000,000

Metro New York DDSO Generators (DASNY) –Furnished and installed emergency generators at the Manhattan and Bronx DDSO locations. These facilities were occupied during the construction and shutdowns had to be coordinated so as not to interrupt daily operations.

$1,000,000

Empire City – Yonkers Raceway – New Fire Alarm System – Installation of a complete fire alarm system for the existing Clubhouse building and the new 5,500 video lottery terminal Empire City Casino. The complex fire alarm system included interconnections with the HVAC equipment, lighting systems, paging systems, FM-200 suppression systems and Pre-Action systems in various locations. Additionally, we provided design/build services for the expansion of the fire alarm system into the existing Grandstand area and Simulcast areas. All work associated with the Grandstand and Simulcast areas were performed while the facility was occupied and extreme coordination was required to avoid any disruption to normal operations. $9,000,000

Metro-North Harmon Yard Shop Replacement – The Harmon Yard construction upgrade includes a new 15kV distribution loop, all new Third Rail power distribution, new track Snow Melting Systems, Site Communications, and Site Lighting throughout the entire 1 mile long site. The infrastructure supports two new Metro North repair facilities – a new Locomotive repair shop and a new Coach repair shop. Additionally, several new track segments were installed as well as all 700VDC track segmenting and switching schemes.

$10,000,000

Bedford Hills Correctional Facility (NYS OGS) – I worked as a general contractor employing multiple trades to provide a new 3 mega-watt generator plant. The scope included civil work and mechanical work in addition to the complex electrical package. Two 1500kW, 15kV generators and a paralleling switchgear line-up were provided on this project. The plant provides back-up power to the entire prison and boiler plant. The scope included having to modify existing 15kV outdoor switchgear with minimal interruption to this occupied maximum security facility.

$3,000,000

Pump Station Monitoring and Alarm Upgrade (Westchester County DPW) This fast track project involves upgrading the current PLC and Alarm panels and remote instruments at 41 pump stations throughout Westchester County. The new equipment will allow centralized monitoring via a new countywide SCADA system. All work was performed at operational pump stations. Shutdown times were minimal and all pumping had to resume as scheduled with no exceptions.

$2,000,000

Cross County Shopping Center Rehabilitation – Installation of all new canopy lighting, roof-top power distribution and fire alarm systems at this 1,000,000 sq ft shopping center. All work was performed while the center remained open for business. $2,000,000

World Trade Center – Tower 2 – Installation of all infrastructure to support the proposed 76 story tower. Work included furnishing and installing all 15kV spot Networks which power towers 2, 3 and 4. In addition to the 15kV service, all fire, security and branch circuitry from the sub basement to the 5th floor of tower 2 had to be completed. $22,000,000

Hard Rock Stadium- Project Executive responsible for the complete electrical renovations of the common areas of the stadium.

$15,000,000

Hard Rock Stadium - Façade Lighting – Project executive responsible for the installation, aiming, and integration of the new outdoor building lighting.

$3,000,000

Hard Rock Stadium – Site Lighting – Project Executive responsible for the installation of all new site lighting and up lights.

$3,000,000

Hard Rock Stadium – Miami Open - Project Executive and Engineer involved in the design and construction of the new Miami Open Tennis Facility. I was involved in the design, came up with the main event on the football field and oversaw project managers daily.

$10,000,000

Hard Rock Stadium – Gondola- I was contracted to be the Design/Builder of the Gondola. I oversaw the design, submittals, subcontractors and installation of the new Gondola.

$1,000,000

Hard Rock Stadium – Training Facility – I worked closely with Feller Engineering on the Electrical Design of the new training facility. I also was the Project Executive for the installation of the training centers Data/Comm work.

$3,000,000

Aventura Mall Expansion – Project Executive for the 250,000sqft food court expansion. I was onsite daily as the owner (Turnberry) had daily changes to the project. Delivered the project on time and within their budget.

$ 8,000,000

North Regional WWTP – I was the Project Executive and oversaw the installation of a new 15kv sub station and complete site electrical upgrades.

$12,000,000

Central District WWTP - I was the Project Executive and oversaw the installation of a new 15kv sub station and complete site electrical upgrades.

$8,000,000

Virginia Key WWTP - I was the Project Executive and oversaw the installation of a new 15kv sub station and complete site electrical upgrades.

$10,000,000

Employment:

1995-2004 – Yonkers Electric Contracting Corp. – Yonkers, NY – Estimator/Project Manager

-Started in warehouse while attending school. Moved up to Junior Estimator, then Estimator. Final position was Project Manager overseeing projects ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000. I started out performing take-offs for mostly water treatment projects. I then began performing full estimates for this work and bascule span bridges. All work was bid as a prime contractor and to public agencies.

I then began running work that I had estimated. Projects included the Metropolitan Ave. Bridge ($5,000,000) in Brooklyn, NY and Peekskill Waste Water Treatment plant Electrical Upgrades in Peekskill, NY ($3,000,000) under the supervision of a senior project manager.

2004-2012 – E-J Electric Installation Co. – Long Island City, NY – Director of Public Works

-Started as Project Manager in the Fairfield County, CT office. After completion of several successful projects, I started E-J’s Public Works Division based out of Mount Vernon, NY. As Director of Public Works, I oversaw projects in Westchester County, NY and NYC focusing mainly on Water Treatment and Heavy Infrastructure. Prices ranged from $1,000,000 to $20,000,000. Responsibilities included estimate review, negotiations with general contractors, change order negotiations, monthly Job Profit Analysis reporting, and bi-annual Division profitability analysis reporting. I directly managed a team of 2 estimators, 3 project engineers (CAD Operators), 8 project managers and a field crew of 100 Local #3 electricians. Specific projects included:

- Oversaw estimator during bid phase and prepared and presented proposal to general contractor for the electrical site work at the Metro-North Harmon Yard project. Work included 700vdc traction power, new dc substations, 100’ site lighting poles, snow melter systems and temporary 480v services to accommodate other projects within the 1 mile long project site. I conducted final negotiations with the general contractor/designer consortium to close deal. Upon award I was project executive and oversaw two project managers, 1 engineer and the field manpower. I also prepared all change orders and negotiated directly with the general contractor. Electrical value $10,000,000.

-Prepared a competitively bid proposal for the County of Westchester Pump Station and Monitoring project which upgraded 41 existing pump stations. Upon successful bid, I became project executive and oversaw the project manager and engineer. I prepared change orders and negotiated directly with the County DPW. Electrical value $2,000,000.

- Prepared estimate and presentation for the installation of a complete fire alarm system for the existing Clubhouse building and the new 5,500 video lottery terminal Empire City Casino. The complex fire alarm system included interconnections with the HVAC equipment, lighting systems, paging systems, FM-200 suppression systems and Pre-Action systems in various locations. Additionally, I provided design/build services for the expansion of the fire alarm system into the existing Grandstand area and Simulcast areas. I prepared all change orders and negotiated with the general contractor. I oversaw the project manager, assistant project manager and project engineer

for this job. After completion of the project, I was able to get additional work directly with the owner of the facility. Electrical value $9,000,000.

-Oversaw and prepared final presentation for the World Trade Center Tower 2 project. I negotiated the final price with the general contractor. Upon award I was project executive and oversaw 2 project managers, 2 project engineers and project clerk. I negotiated change orders directly with the general contactor and attended all BIM training and meetings. I also negotiated the major equipment buy outs. Electrical value $ 22,000,000.

2005-Current – RLJ Electric Corp/J.A.R. Consulting – Vice President

-Work as an electrical consultant on large projects including the Waldorf~Astoria Hotel Renovation, World Trade Center PATH project and NY Eye and Ear Rehabilitation. Currently we focus on the Waste Water and Water Treatment market which makes up 90% of the company revenue. Our commitment to detail on the niche water market has made us a long standing contractor for the Westchester County DPW and DEF. My specific duties include estimating, purchasing and engineering. Day to day operations and field direction is handled by the President of the Company.

2015 – 2018 – ION Electric – Project Executive

Pompano Beach, FL

Responsible for managing 5 Project Managers and Customer Relations.

2018 – 2020 – Fisk Electric – Project Executive

Medley, FL

Responsible for growing the WWTP division and work with the Miami Dolphins.

2020-2022 – Cupertino Electric – San Jose, CA – Project Executive

-Oversaw all electrical estimates for the Waste Water Division ($500M)

-Oversaw project managers and project engineers on the SFPUC New Headworks Project ($85M)

-Oversaw project manager on the Delta Diablo water treatment plant ( $10M)

-Traveled to CA monthly for site walks, meetings and client interaction

Education:

Saint Luke’s Preparatory School, New Canaan, CT. – High School Diploma

New York University – Building Construction Management

Kennedy Western University – Bachelor’s of Science – Electrical Engineering

Related Skills:

Fluent in McCormick, Accubid and ConEst Estimating Software

Prepare Annual Corporate Budget, Projections and Business Plan

Prepare and analyze Quarterly financials versus Annual projections

Prepare and Review all Monthly Job Profit Analysis Reports

Familiar with Primavera P3

Fluent with MS Project/Suretrak Scheduling Software

OSHA 10 Certified

Confined Space Certified

Affiliations:

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

NECA

Freemasons

Construction Association of South Florida

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