Project Manager Business Development
Resume:
Stephen W. Mizia, PMP
*****@***.***
Shelton, CT
Senior Project Manager
Seasoned director/project management professional with over 25 years of experience leading and delivering complex construction projects in the energy sector. Proven track record of success in managing all phases of project lifecycles, from conception to completion, while ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, quality, and safety standards. Adept at overseeing interdisciplinary teams, fostering stakeholder collaboration, and driving projects to exceed client expectations. Skilled in contract management, budgeting, scheduling, risk mitigation, and procurement. Known for strategic problem-solving, effective communication, and maintaining strong client relationships. Committed to continuous improvement and staying abreast of industry trends.
Areas of Expertise
Project Management
Contract Management
Budgeting and Cost Control
Schedule Management
Construction Oversight
Risk Management
Engineering Coordination
Quality Control/Assurance
Safety Management
Interdisciplinary Communication
Utility Coordination
Commissioning and Close-Out
Procurement and Material Management
Client Relationship Management
Operations and Maintenance Oversight
Energy Audits
Accomplishments
Consistently delivered complex construction projects on time, within budget, and in adherence to quality and safety standards, showcasing your strong project management skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in contract assessment and management, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and minimizing risks associated with construction activities.
Implemented effective budgeting strategies and cost control measures, resulting in optimized project finances and efficient resource allocation.
Developed and maintained detailed project schedules using industry-standard software, facilitating efficient project execution and timely completion of milestones.
Established and maintained safe work environments by conducting regular safety meetings, enforcing safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, leading to incident-free project execution.
Successfully collaborated with engineering teams to refine project scopes, address technical challenges, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and project specifications.
Implemented rigorous quality control measures to uphold construction quality standards, resulting in the delivery of high-quality projects that meet client expectations.
Facilitated clear and effective communication among stakeholders, including clients, engineers, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies, fostering collaboration and alignment towards project objectives.
Secured necessary approvals from utility companies and coordinated utility-related aspects of projects, ensuring smooth installation and operation of utility infrastructure.
Orchestrated seamless project commissioning processes, effectively managing punch lists and close-out activities to ensure successful project handover to clients.
Optimized procurement processes and managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment, supporting project schedules and budget targets.
Maintained strong client relationships by addressing client needs, resolving issues promptly, and delivering projects that align with client expectations, resulting in repeat business and positive referrals.
Implemented effective operations and maintenance strategies for energy facilities, ensuring reliable and efficient post-construction operation, enhancing energy savings, and reducing environmental impact.
Contributed to long-term capital planning efforts by analyzing project risks, prioritizing investments, and optimizing project portfolios to achieve organizational objectives and maximize returns.
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through advanced education, training, and certification programs, staying updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies.
Managed nuclear projects in engineering, construction phases
Career Experience
Project Manager, BCE 1/2024 to Present
Developed administrative procedures for project/construction management firm, bidding & estimating projects to municipalities, governmental entities, and utilities. Implementing projects in engineering, construction, budgets and schedules.
Project Manager, Fuel Cell Energy Inc. 4/2022 to 12/2023
Responsibilities day to day site construction activities on a Fuel Cell project which entailed managing subcontractors, vendors, all the utilities, negotiated interconnect with electric utility and worked with the utility to electrical line to install the electrical lines to the substation along with the SACDIA communication
To NEW England ISO and two Utilities.
Budgets, schedule, safety, and change orders; in addition, developed the scope of work on the and preliminary estimates of the project with the assistance with our attorney. Hired the engineer
For development of the detailed engineering to place into bid documents to subcontractors. Software P6 was utilized on the project.
Project Manager, NORESCO (On Contract) Wallingford, CT 6/2021 to 4/2022
Oversaw the engineering and construction of all steam piping subcontractors to ensure adherence to contractual obligations, schedules, and budgets for a CHP Project in New York, reporting directly to the client (VA cognizant representative). Conducted daily safety meetings and supervised construction activities across various zones on the VA Campus. Utilized P6 to maintain and update the schedule on a weekly basis.
Consultant, Eversource Energy Inc., CT (On Contract) 1/2021 to 6/2021
Responsible for auditing and reviewing capital projects across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, focusing on Transmission, Sub Stations, and Distribution Projects from inception to full funding. Tasks included developing schedules and estimates for bid documents, managing multiple subcontracts, and evaluating the most suitable subcontractor for executing the defined scope of work, with the aid of Microsoft Projects. Collaborated closely with engineers to refine project scopes and oversee subcontractor performance.
Project Manager, Avangrid Orange, CT (On Contract) 4/2019 to 12/2020
Responsible for the engineering, construction, estimating, scheduling (utilized P6& Microsoft Projects) and commissioning on gate stations in the SCG/CNG gas companies includes retrofit, rebuild or new stations. Capital planning over a 10-year program on gas distribution facilities. Analysis of root cause of issues, prioritizing and organizing projects. Life cycle analysis of systems, risks and components, in addition bidding out to subs and maintaining the schedule, budgets and quality of the projects.
Successfully managed the engineering, construction, and startup phases of gate station program.
Developed and executed a comprehensive 10-year capital plan for gas distribution facilities.
Conducted thorough analyses of project risks and components, ensuring effective prioritization.
Managed subcontractor bidding processes and maintained project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
Contracts Manager, National Grid Melville, New York (On Contract) 7/2018 to 4/2019
Assessed contracts and change orders related to LNG facilities, gas projects, distribution, and transmission, as well as substations within construction activities. Monitored the performance of work specifically in Massachusetts.
Project Manager, AVANGRID CNG-LNG Facility (On Contract) 7/2017 to 7/2018
Accountable for contract verification, analysis of invoices/change orders, engineering tasks, scheduling (utilizing P6 software), punch list management, and commissioning document preparation. Facilitated communication among various groups within CNG (Rocky Hill Facility) and conducted meetings regarding the pump project. Conducted initial investigations and meetings regarding vaporization at the Stratford facility. Evaluated quality assurance/quality control plans of General Contractors.
Sr. Project/Construction Manger, Unison Energy, LLC Mamaroneck, NY (On Contract) 7/2016 to 7/2017
In charge of engineering and construction for combined heat and power projects in the New York/Connecticut Region, focusing on securing electrical interconnect approvals from utilities to substations. Responsibilities included developing engineering responses for regulatory agencies, overseeing construction, quality control, and operations and maintenance. Ensured contractor compliance with Federal, State, and Local safety programs, policies, and regulations. Negotiated claims with subcontractors and conducted forensic analysis on the project. Held daily briefings with subcontractors on safety, project status, and schedule (utilizing P6), coordinated delivery of equipment and materials, and managed project reconciliations and close-out activities upon project completion. These projects aimed at reducing pollution and increasing energy savings.
Project/ Construction Manager, Landmark, East Haven, CT 6/2010 to 7/2016
Oversaw the execution of multiple projects and managed an engineering group and subcontractors for retrofitting existing facilities to enhance layout and promote clean energy and efficiency, including boilers, chillers, co-generation, and gas lines. Projects encompassed developments such as hotels, condominiums, and senior citizens' facilities, with a focus on achieving commissioning. Directly liaised with clients, obtained permits, and interfaced with agencies. Directed subcontractors, facilitated integration with client personnel and engineers, and expedited procurement of equipment and materials. Developed and maintained client relationships, resulting in additional work opportunities. Interfaced with utilities, local, and state representatives. Managed change and resolution processes, ensuring projects were delivered within budget. Project sizes ranged from $2.0MM to $150MM, encompassing various energy initiatives.
Co Op- .5MW-2.5MW
Mini Mall-5MW-12.5MW
CCPP- 50MW- 100MW
Manager of Construction, American DG Energy, Waltham, MA 8/2007 to 6/2010
Led the development of performance-based projects and conducted facility surveys to define project scopes aimed at achieving energy savings through the implementation of clean energy equipment. Initiated change management, performed risk analysis, and resolved issues as they arose. Utilized software programs such as P6 and Microsoft Projects for project management. Managed all projects onsite alongside engineers and subcontractors. Ensured that contract field construction and maintenance at distribution facilities complied with industry standards. Developed commissioning plans, outage requests, and electrical systems clearances to facilitate construction projects. Project values ranged from $3.0MM to $6.0MM, particularly focusing on Co-Generation initiatives.
Engineers and subcontractors directly reported to me, with responsibilities including obtaining permits, overseeing inspections, and managing commissioning processes. Projects included:
0.5 MW project for the Housing Authority valued at $5.0MM
300KW project for a Co-Op valued at $2.5MM
150KW project for a Health Care Facility valued at $1.0MM
Leasing of Property with associated gas lines
Sr Project/Construction Manager, Con Edison Solutions, White Plains, NY 5/2003 to 4/2007
EPC on CHP/Co Gen/Boilers projects with the NY Housing Authority, Brooklyn VA, GSA, Saint Vincent’s Hospital, NY Marriott Marquies, interfaced with client, permitting agencies, engineer, subcontractors, and commissioning. Implemented quality requirements, schedule, budgets, and RFIs.
3.5MW Cogen/Boiler Modifications at Pepsi Cola Plant at $12MM
0.5MW Co Gen/Boiler Modifications at Old London Foods at $3.5MM
Project Manager, Durr Mechanical, NY, NY 4/2002 to 5/2003
Managed engineering interface, scheduling, estimating and construction of the plant piping & equipment at Con Edison’s 360MW, East River Project as a sub to Sansaka.
Project Manager, DMJM & HARRIS, NY, NY 4/1999 to 4/2002
Managed scheduling, estimating, engineering, contract negotiations, construction management, underground transmission/distribution, and substations on the following projects:
Program manager on NYPA & LIPA Peaking Units in NYC and LI (total units 17) each unit was 79.9 MW Phase I
Central Connecticut State University- Energy Complex which included boilers, chillers, Cogen and all the piping
LIPA Poet Jefferson 80MW power Project
Con Edison- 360MW Combined Cycle, Phase I
Stabilizing & Retrotting the American Express at the 9/11 site
Project Manager, Promatech Inc NY, NY 9/1997 to 4/1999
Managed Fire Life Safety Projects on three occupied and one unoccupied prison in NYC which included all mechanical, electrical, and structural/civil work.
Engineer, Sundeen Enterprises Inc., New Orleans, LA 5/1994 to 9/1997
Project financial & engineering analysis and construction on a100MW power in South America
Additionally, I oversaw the execution and monitoring of Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities for Co-Generation & power facilities.
Education
Master of Finance, University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science in Metallurgy
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Professional Development:
Completed training on a Liquid Metal Fast Breeder Reactor in the United Kingdom.
Completed Lean Sigma Course.
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