Electrical and Automation Project Manager

NELSON ALVARADO.

*******.**@*****.*** Jacksonville, FL 954-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/nelson-alvarado PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Accomplished Electrical and Automation Project Manager with over 25 years of experience in managing electrical construction projects, specializing in MV & LV power distribution, switchgears, switchboards, MCCs, VFDs, Solar PV Systems, Storage Electrical Power Systems, BAS, EMS, automation systems, and SCADA. Skilled in project estimation, marketing, sales, and execution, with a strong focus on optimizing energy efficiency and electrical power control.

Experience accumulated in the institutional, residential, commercial and industrial sectors, with more than 15 years of managing and delivering complex engineering projects across Venezuela, Colombia, the Caribbean, and South Florida.

- Education and Continuing Professional - Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize Development. operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

- Managed Large-scale / high-complexity - Construction ERP solutions as an user, apps and builds, ensuring timely delivery within systems designed to integrate PM, accounting, budget constraints. procurement, and more, into a single platform,

- Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency. enhancing efficiency and control.

- English Professional working proficiency. - Advanced analytical and proactive-solving skills.

- Training and courses in International Org. in - Ability to work independently and self-directed. Project Management and Elect. Installations. - Advanced skills in Microsoft 365, Autocad 2D, Revit.

- Accubid Anywhere Change Management - Accubid Anywhere Estimating advanced beginner Competent user level. user level.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Position: Project Manager Federal & Commercial Construction Div. January 2025 – April 2025 IMC Electrical – IMC Construction Group. Jacksonville, FL.

+ Assistance and Technical Support for Main Project Manager in P806 115KV/12.3KV Substation DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY – NAVAL AIR STATION PENSACOLA.

* Project Estimating Management:

- Assisted in commercial project estimating using Trimble Accubid, and participated in project follow-ups

- Led, and supported management project for $16M high-complexity electrical project involving a 115KV/13.2KV switchyard, 13.2KV electrical switchgear, 13.2KV power distribution, and facility panelboards.

- Managed multi-phase electrical construction, ensuring adherence to project budget, schedule, and scope.

- Conducted project cost control, schedule tracking, and regular updates through project management software.

- Coordinated procurement of materials and managed vendor relations through Spectrum Application Software.

- Oversaw the preconstruction process, including takeoffs, prefabrication, and vendor management.

* Project Oversight & Coordination:

- Participated in and led project meetings with General Contractors (GCs), subcontractors, and stakeholders, including EHS and engineering handoff meetings.

- Established construction forecasts and reviewed initial job estimates to ensure alignment with budgeted projections.

- Monitored construction progress, ensuring schedules and milestones were met through updated project schedules and construction reports in PlanGrid Software.

* Engineering & Compliance:

- Ensured compliance with NFPA, Florida Building Code, and project-specific specifications for electrical installations.

- Addressed change requests from owners and subcontractors promptly and accurately.

- Worked closely with the Main Project Manager, Superintendent, and Foreman to maintain and update the construction schedule, manage procurement activities, and assess customer needs.

- Provided technical support for submittals, commissioning, NETA tests, and startup processes.

- Applied technical codes and standards, including NFPA 70, 70E, 70B, ANSI/NETA, and NFPA 780 for UL Certification inspections.

Position: Electrical Project Manager. Nov 2022 – December 2024 Fisk Electric – Tutor Perini Corp. Miami, FL.

Electrical Project Manager in Miami-Dade Waste Water Treatment Plant South, Central and North District. Projects $0.5M-$50M (Large-scale / high-complexity project 13.2KV, 4.16KV, 0.48KV Electrical Switchgears, 480V MCCs, 480V VFDs Panels, PLC Control Cabinets, SCADA.) Experienced Electrical and Automation Project Manager with a strong background leading multi-phase construction projects valued over $65M during 2 years, primarily in municipal infrastructure. Proven ability to manage full project lifecycles from preconstruction to closeout while ensuring safety, compliance, quality standards, and profitability. Key strengths include electrical estimating (Trimble Accubid), change order management, switchgear installations

(13.2KV to 24VDC), and coordination of cross-functional teams. Skilled in scheduling, procurement, subcontractor/vendor management, and client-facing communication. Strong command of NFPA codes, NETA testing, SCADA systems, and commissioning processes. Notable achievements include:

- Delivered projects on-time and within budget, meeting strict technical and scheduling requirements.

- Led engineering, procurement, and field operations teams to ensure code-compliant, high-quality installations.

- Led, and coordinated equipment layouts installations and conduits coordination with VDC-BIM team.

- Oversaw power distribution, control and automation systems integration including HVAC, generators, lighting, CCTV, and access control.

- Streamlined project documentation, RFIs/submittals, closing docs, and facilitated training and O&M handoffs. Position: Electrical & Automation Project Manager. January 2019 – November 2022 Solares Electrical Services. Miami, FL.

Electrical Project Manager in FDOT, Jackson Hospital System, and Miami-Dade Waste Water Treatment Plant South District.

Projects $0.25M-$7.30M (Large-scale 13.2KV, 4.16KV Gen, MV&LV Switchgears, MV&LV VFDs, 480V MCCs and Switchboards, Solar PV Systems, Storage Electrical Power Systems, PLC Control Cabinets, and SCADA.) Experienced in managing multi-phase electrical construction projects, including commercial, residential, hospital, and municipal infrastructure builds, valued at $14M+ during 4+ years. Skilled in estimating, project management, procurement, engineering, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and specifications. Expertise in overseeing electrical power distribution systems, control, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

- Estimating & Change Order Management: Utilized Intellibid (Con-Est) software to track orders and manage change orders.

- Project Management: Led and managed large-scale electrical construction projects, ensuring timely completion and coordination between clients, vendors, and subcontractors. Oversaw electrical switchgear installations

(13.2KV to 110VAC/24VDC) and coordinated project schedules to meet deadlines.

- Contract & Vendor Management: Negotiated and managed contracts with general contractors and subcontractors, including procurement of materials and vendor management.

- Budgeting & Forecasting: Reviewed initial estimates, prepared budget projections, and created schedules of values. Managed cost analysis and prepared monthly billings.

- Team Coordination & Scheduling: Led project teams, coordinated engineering handoff meetings, managed shutdowns, and implemented project management tools to ensure deadlines were met.

- Regulatory Compliance & Engineering: Ensured electrical and control installations met NFPA, Florida Building Code, and SCADA system standards. Supervised the preparation of as-built drawings, submittals, and RFIs. Managed quality control and testing, including NETA tests and commissioning.

- Engineering & Technical Support: Provided technical leadership and support for the installation team, ensuring systems like power distribution, grounding, lightning protection, HVAC, energy management, CCTV, and fire alarms were installed according to specifications and standards. Led functional, loop tests, and startup processes for system acceptance.

- Led and supervised the installations in large, complex control and electrical projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and quality throughout the project lifecycle. Position: Sales Associated and Electrical Project Manager. January 2015 – January 2019 Direct Digital Concepts. Miami, FL.

Electrical and Control Project Manager in Residential, Schools, Hotels, Hospital, and Commercial Construction Projects

* Bid Processes Management:

- Managed different jobs or multiple projects from pre booking to customer acceptance and ensured customer satisfaction.

- I was responsible for bid requests, plans and specifications for delivering proposals according to time frames and budgets.

- Prepared value-engineered alternatives for client's consideration.

- Maintained bid lists and CRM with mechanical contractors, electrical contractors, and consulting engineers accurately and provided all involved with timely updates.

* Engineering Management:

- I was responsible for electrical and control design for residential, commercial, retail, industrial, and institutional buildings according to NFPA Standards and the National Electric Code (NEC).

- Executed the design and controls of HVAC plant, management of energy, lighting control, access control, CCTV, smoke control, gas detection, and ventilation control systems.

- Designed sequences of operations, layouts, riser diagrams and schematic of control plans.

- Prepared Control Drawings issues, submittals issues and RFIs and O&M manuals.

- I was responsible for all necessary project coordination meetings and coordinating the work with the customers and other contractors and subcontractors.

*OTHER DUTIES:

- Coordinated the permits and inspections for the project.

- Closed the negotiation with providers and the delivery of all BOMs for employees and subcontractors.

- Updated the project schedule, as well as the scheduling of the day-to-day tasks for subcontractors and employees.

- Managed field labor.

- Created monthly project billing, manage the changes in contracts, as well as monitoring the project Maintained bid lists and CRM with mechanical contractors, electrical contractors, and consulting engineers accurately and provided all involved with timely updates. Actual vs. estimated cost.

- I was responsible for contract change orders and approving subcontractor invoices for payment.

- Managed and lead the closeout processes.

Position: Sales Account Manager January 2012 – January 2015 Electrical Project Consultant & Sourcing Material. Miami, FL. Ven Global Trading.

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Position: CO-Founder September 2007 – July 2014

COO – Installation Manger. Lecheria, Anz.-Venezuela. Venelec C.A.

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Position: Project Service Manager. October 2006 – August 2007 Emerson Process Management - Venezuela Barcelona, Anz.-Venezuela. See www.linkedin.com/in/nelson-alvarado

Position: Regional Sales Manager – O&G Market May 1995 – May 2006 Schneider Electric - Venezuela Barcelona, Anz.-Venezuela. See www.linkedin.com/in/nelson-alvarado

Position: Project Engineer. Oct 1990 – May 1995

Schneider Electric – Venezuela / Manufacturing Plant. Barquisimeto, Lara-Venezuela. See www.linkedin.com/in/nelson-alvarado

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business, Universidad Metropolitan. Puerto la Cruz, Venezuela.

• Grade: pending.

Bachelor’s degree in ELECTRONIC Engineer – Mayor in Power Control. Universidad Nacional Experimental Politécnica Antonio José de Sucre. Barquisimeto, Venezuela. Bachelor’s degree Certified by U.S. International Educational Consultants – Josef Silny & Associates, Inc. Courses: Miami Dade College - AutoCAD - Levels 1, 2, 3 Miami Dade College – REVIT 1 NFPA 70E Arc Flash Safety

/ Qualus University 2017 NFPA 70 NEC Code 2018 NFPA 70E Electrical Safety 2016 NFPA 110 Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems and NFPA 111 Standard on Stored Electrical Energy Emergency and Standby Power Systems NEC Navigator Online Training NECA - Introduction to Preplanning NECA – Job Kickoff Meetings

NECA - The Baseline Schedule NECA – Safety Preplanning NECA - Materials Management NECA – Tool and Equipment Management.

Project Management Institute (PMI) Certification Preparation: Completing training for the PMP Test application, with hands-on experience using the PMBOK 5th and 6th editions to manage projects effectively. In the process of completing all requirements to apply for PMP certification. Certifications: NEC CODE 2014 / PEN Foster Career School Licenses: OSHA 30-hours Construction Safety and Health Master Electrician – in progress

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