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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Connor Bentley

Connor Bentley

Elmira,ON

Summary

Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend knowledge and skills to provide value and tackle new problems. Operates well in individual and team capacities, leveraging unbeatable work ethic and positive attitude to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for learning, growth, and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-Construction Manager

SunGrid Solutions Inc
03.2024 - Current
  • Proven ability to learn rapidly in fast-paced, high-performing environment.
  • Subject Matter Expert for SunGrid's BESS product and Micro grids.
  • Worked and coordinated with the pre-construction team and other departments such as engineering, supply chain, integration, project estimation, project management & execution, and senior leadership to create bid packages in response to formal RFPs and RFQs.
  • Extreme task-driven mentality. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining organized, adaptable, and flexible. Led team with over 1300+ tasks completed in 2023.
  • Responded quickly to meet customer needs, resolve problems, and build long-lasting relationships.
  • Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes in quickly evolving technical industry.
  • Met aggressive deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
  • Managed and coordinated multiple projects & opportunities while ensuring timely completion.

Solutions Lead

SunGrid Solutions Inc
06.2023 - 03.2024
  • Increased client satisfaction by developing customized, innovative solutions tailored to their specific needs.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and timelines for new solution implementations.
  • Subject Matter Expert for SunGrid's BESS product and Micro grids.
  • Utilized task-driven methodology to efficiently manage opportunities from conception to finalized sale. Led team with 1300+ tasks in 2023.
  • Optimized workflows through automation techniques while ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
  • Tracked, investigated, and resolved customer questions and issues of varying complexity by phone, email, and in-person.
  • Created and maintained training manuals, help guides, and documentation for use by teammates and clients.
  • Negotiated terms and contracts with clients, securing successful business outcomes.
  • Consulted with clients to understand pain points and desired outcomes.

Energy Storage Analyst

SunGrid Solutions Inc
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, finance, engineering, and operations.
  • Subject Matter Expert for SunGrid's BESS product and Micro grids.
  • Led design, procurement, integration, and installation of 12kW / 12kWh Micro grid system including Solar, Generators, Batteries, and Controls
  • Successfully project-managed integration of multiple BESS systems (12kW - 500 kW)
  • Coordinate and managed SunGrid's host sponsor event in Austin Texas (Energy Storage Summit USA)
  • Identified support issues and initiated actions for resolution.
  • Assisted in development of analytical models and frameworks.
  • Conducted market research to support strategic decision-making.

Retail Sales Associate

The Village Pet Food Shoppe
09.2018 - 08.2021
  • Handled customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in order to effectively interact with customers.
  • Developed strong customer relationships and loyalty through effective communication.
  • Maintained knowledge of company products to provide helpful suggestions and recommendations to customers.
  • Utilized problem-solving techniques to identify solutions for complex customer inquiries.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Renewable Energy Technology

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON
12.2021

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Excellent Communication and Coordination
  • Strategic Sales Planning and Execution
  • Project Management
  • Leadership Skills and Team Development
  • Networking and Relationship Management
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Task Management and Execution
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Unbeatable Attitude and Work Ethic

Accomplishments

  • As a Solutions Lead, I spearheaded and successfully secured business opportunities, culminating in over $7MM USD in revenue in 2023 - all new clients. My role as the 'quarterback' of the opportunities involved coordinating a cross-functional collaboration among engineering, estimating, supply chain, and senior leadership teams, alongside managing pivotal relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and clients. This comprehensive leadership and strategic oversight drove the opportunities from inception to triumphant closure, underscoring my accountability for their success.
  • Championed the end-to-end orchestration of a state-of-the-art Microgrid project, encompassing a cutting-edge battery energy storage system, an efficient photovoltaic array, high-performance inverters, and a robust emergency backup generator. My leadership in the design, integration, and installation phases ensured seamless operation of the controls, delivering a critical lifeline of uninterrupted power to the residents year-round utilizing sustainable energy solutions.
  • I was a key member of the Solutions Team that helped boost our revenue by over 400% from last year. Our teamwork and smart strategies made a critical difference in our company’s earnings.
  • I took the lead in organizing SunGrid’s host sponsor conference in Austin, Texas, which was a resounding success. The event significantly enhanced SunGrid’s image as an authority in the electrification sector and has led to a continued investment in the role of host sponsor.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Certification

ACUTE - Working at Heights, 2021

Timeline

Pre-Construction Manager

SunGrid Solutions Inc
03.2024 - Current

Solutions Lead

SunGrid Solutions Inc
06.2023 - 03.2024

Energy Storage Analyst

SunGrid Solutions Inc
02.2022 - 06.2023

Retail Sales Associate

The Village Pet Food Shoppe
09.2018 - 08.2021

Certificate of Technical Studies - Renewable Energy Technology

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Connor Bentley