Experience

Lighthouse Electric LLC
• United States
• Consumer Services
• Chief Electrical Estimator

  • May 2022 - Present


Expanse Electrical Co.

• United States
• Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Electrical Estimator

  • Aug 2020 - May 2022

  Electrical career has 10 years of electrical project estimation and planning experience. Provides electrical and instrumentation estimating services for commercial, industrial, oilfield, alternative energy and line electrical work, along with support for planning, organizing, and evaluating construction projects per schedule, specifications, and budget. Submitted over 130 estimates in last 19 months, ranging from $15,000 to $12,900,000; with average project valued at $693K Completed ConEst Intellibid Level 100, 200 & 300 courses Proficient with ConEst software, along with electrical calculators Responsibilities • Prepare bid proposals for commercial, oilfield, industrial, line, and construction projects • Interpret customer RFQs for projects and E&C applications • Control all request for proposals from companies • Attend bid walks and job showings • Figure labor, equipment, and material estimates • Finalize and submit complete package proposal to company • Handoff project budgets and schedule upon award • Use current pricing agreements to develop unit price and T&M estimates • Receive field data to compile estimates and set AFE’s for projects currently under contract • Select components and materials for quotation and pursue supplier pricing and delivery times • Handoff project budgets and schedule upon award • Track estimates and WIP’s to develop historic data to be archived for future use • Maintain and control distribution of all project documents and records Show less



SNC-Lavalin

• Canada
• Civil Engineering
• 700 & Above Employee

• Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer

  • May 2012 - Apr 2020

  Performed engineering duties on skid module designs and balance of plant instrumentation, electrical and control systems on standard and custom process & treating natural gas plants. Executed work on multiple Cryogenic Gas Processing Plants (60MMscfd, 120MMscfd & 200MMscfd), Refrigerated JT plants, Compressor stations, Stabilizer, Amine and Fuel Gas systems, as well as liaison manager of third-party engineering firms utilized for design, inspection, fabrication and construction on various projects - domestic & international.Utilizing AutoCAD, process data, and sizing software, created specification datasheets for control and shutdown valves, relief valves, regulators, pressure, flow, level and temperature transmitters and indicators, as well as gas chromatographs and moisture analyzers.Designed electrical layout and component configurations for motor control center, plant equipment, transformers, lighting, and control panels, with ranges from low-voltage DC to medium voltage. Developed standard installation details for instrumentation devices.Additional duty of Safety Program Manager for 50 employees assigned to area office and warehouse facility during period of 2012-2014; efforts were recognized with Excellence in Safety Award, 2014 Show less

• Project Manager

  • Dec 2011 - May 2012

  Provided oversight and performed numerous project management functions, such as drawing reviews, status reports, meeting with third party contract support, generating requisitions for major equipment, schedule updates, purchase order tracking, BAF updates, field support, fabrication shop inspections and training new project coordinators.Assigned/Supported Projects:* 200MMSCFD GSP Cryogenic Gas Processing Plant w/ 800GPM Amine System, Targa Energy, Decatur, TX* 60MMSCFD Cryogenic Gas Processing Plant, Superior Pipeline, Tonkawa, OK* 60MMSCFD Cryogenic Gas Processing Plant, Atlas Pipeline, Velma, OK* 30MMSCFD SCORE Cryogenic Expander Plant, Termoyopal, Columbia SA* Strategic Inventory for long lead items on standard cryogenic gas plants (200MM, 120MM & 60MM SCFD) Controlled $11 million in assets. Show less



RAE Corporation

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Training & Development Specialist

  • Aug 2011 - Dec 2011

  Updated employee handbooks, evaluated work flows and initiated new system for Wiring Department to track material on all projects.Trained new hires on proper wiring installation methods.

• Wiring Specialist

  • Aug 2011 - Dec 2011

  Worked in Wiring Department to perform electrical installation of power and control circuits on numerous Commercial and Industrial HVAC units. Assisted in Quality Control to ensure AC units operated properly during function testing.



United States Air Force

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Superintendent, Honor Division

  • Jun 2008 - May 2011

  Center for Character & Leadership DevelopmentCompetitively selected for special duty position in the Center for Character & Leadership Development at the US Air Force Academy (USAFA). Led 99 cadets and 50 permanent party members for character development through USAFA Honor Code & System. Oversaw three Honor Remediation programs, directly impacting 147 cadets over the course of assignment, efforts involved counseling, mentoring, evaluating progress and making personnel assessments and recommendations to USAFA Commandant. Further contributed to character development through facilitation duties in quarterly seminars, specifically targeted for specific cadet level groups. Provided myriad logistical support to bi-annual Falcon Heritage Forums and the Center’s flagship program, The National Character & Leadership Symposium. Show less

• Academy Military Trainer

  • Apr 2005 - Jun 2008

  18th Cadet Squadron, 2nd Training Group, Commandant of Cadets, United States Air Force AcademyInstructed and supervised military training for 114-person cadet squadron and responsible for daily operation of unit. Provided leadership and counseling to members on variety of professional and personal subjects; to include training, adherence to standards, inspections, human relations, safety, security and dormitory issues. Evaluated cadets, made recommendations on leadership, disciplinary actions, commissioning and retainability. Conducted mentoring sessions, managed personnel files and computer systems, enforced military standards, supported human resource functions and unit morale.Project leader & manager for travel card system, security clearances, and taught professional military education. Show less

• NCOIC, Electrical Systems Support & Electrical Systems Craftsman

  • Jun 2000 - Apr 2005

  90th Civil Engineer Squadron, F. E. Warren Air Force Base, WY(*Noncommissioned Officer in Charge=Lead Manager)Managed, directed, coordinated and scheduled activities for 33 electrical technicians covering the interior and exterior fields, fire alarm and security systems, overhead cranes and cathodic corrosion protection systems. Ordered materials, tools and equipment required to perform all manner of electrical work on the base. Operated $700K budget and oversaw all shop assets. Installed and maintained overcurrent protection systems on power equipment, as well as the entire lightning protection system on nuclear facilities. Planned projects, applied National Electric Codes, interpreted wiring diagrams, blueprints, and schematics. Maintained and repaired high & low-voltage overhead and underground devices, cables, sectionalizers and transformers. Troubleshooted electrical distribution failures, motor control system malfunctions, faults and power outages. Responsible for coordinating/conducting upgrade training and safety meetings for shop personnel. Air Force Expeditionary Force team member, prepared for immediate worldwide deployments and contingencies.Notable Experiences:Spearheaded complete wiring project for Habitat-for-Humanity.Pre & Post 9/11 deployments for contingency Civil Engineer operations directly supporting Global War on Terrorism - Operations DESERT SPRING, NOBLE EAGLE and ENDURING FREEDOMTechnical expertise led to placement on Overhead Crane Maintenance Team – Responsible for 40 cranes used in lifting/moving nuclear weapon systems and intercontinental ballistic missile components. Show less

• NCOIC, Electrical Shop & Electrical Systems Journeyman

  • Oct 1991 - Jun 2000

  772nd Civil Engineer Squadron, Tinker Air Force Base, OKSupervised and managed integrated interior electrical maintenance shop of 17 military and civilian technicians. Maintained 223 facilities valued in excess of $250 million, throughout area of responsibility. Installed, serviced, troubleshooted, repaired and maintained the electrical distribution systems and associated industrial equipment of the Oklahoma Air Logistics Center. Designed, scheduled, requisitioned materials and coordinated new electrical projects and executed from cradle to grave. Prepared grounding reports, service documents, and electrical requirements for electrical outages. Purchased tools, equipment and materials. Utilized hand tools, power tools, man-lifts, bucket trucks, and equipment for use on electric shop work orders. Operated Recurring Work Order Program on various electrical components and machinery. Additional duties include, security manager, hazardous material manager, and shop safety manager.Notable Experiences:Responded to rescue and recovery efforts following the aftermath of the May 3, 1999 tornado, which devastated the Oklahoma City metropolitan area and surrounding communities.Deployed to Middle East region with Civil Engineer units directly supporting military Operations SOUTHERN WATCH & DESERT THUNDERMember of Base Honor Guard Unit, performing official ceremonial duties for military functions and civilian events statewide. 1995 Newcomer & Member of Year, 1996 Flight Commander of the Year. Show less

• Electrical Systems Apprentice

  • Sep 1989 - Sep 1991

  3rd Civil Engineer Squadron, Clark Air Base, Republic of the PhilippinesCompleted Apprentice and Journeyman academic course work during assignment and learned on-the-job skills under journeyman electricians (civilian and military). Duties included installation, repair and maintenance of base interior distribution systems and related equipment.Notable Experience:Member of Mission Essential Team during Operation FIERY VIGIL, remaining behind massive evacuation, to reclaim the base after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Pinatubo. Worked in extremely hazardous conditions for an extended period, efforts were crucial in restoring mission capabilities and ensuring protection of life and property. Show less

• Airman

  • Jul 1989 - Aug 1989

  3743rd Basic Military Training Squadron, Lackland Air Force Base, TX