NIKOLA CURCIJA
CALGARY
Summary
Results-driven Interconnections Consultant with extensive experience in managing and coordinating 800 MW of solar, wind, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects through the Alberta Electric System Operator's (AESO) interconnection process. Adept at supporting the electrical, environmental, and stakeholder aspects of interconnection projects while ensuring compliance with Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) tariffs. Proven ability to navigate complex processes, optimize project design, and facilitate effective communication between stakeholders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager, Transmission
Maskwa High Voltage
2023.01 - Current
- Successfully managing 800 MWs of greenfield solar, wind, and BESS projects in Alberta by simultaneously prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with client drive goals.
- Created facility design documentation for renewable interconnection projects, specifying major substation and transmission infrastructure. Ensured compliance with Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) tariffs and Canadian Electrical Codes for all proposed equipment ratings.
- Provided detailed cost estimates for proposed substation and transmission infrastructure connections to the Alberta Electric System.
- Successfully identified 8 potential facility locations for Battery Storage Systems to connect to the Alberta Electric System, considering electrical, environmental, and stakeholder constraints.
Interconnections Specialist
HARDLINE ENGINEERING LTD
2022.04 - 2022.12
- Successfully managed 500 MW of interconnection projects concurrently by maintaining detailed MS Project schedules, ensuring consistent communication, and coordinating effectively with all project stakeholders.
- Achieved a 15% reduction in project costs for a transmission-connected project by leveraging a thorough understanding of the interconnection process and tariff regulations.
- Conducted comprehensive capacity and congestion assessments of the Alberta Electric Grid, helping clients mitigate economic and technical risks in project decision-making.
Junior Project Engineer
HARDLINE ENGINEERING
2019.07 - 2022.04
- Developed, implemented, and managed a hazard mitigation program for ENMAX's distribution, network, substation, and transmission infrastructure.
- Collaborated with ENMAX's Field Services, Engineering, Asset Management, Safety, and IT departments to develop cross-functional process requirements, resulting in a 50% increase in stakeholder engagement upon implementation.
- Oversaw the development of auditing dashboards in Power Bi, visualizing key preventative maintenance discrepancies. This resulted in the client cleaning up and updating 30,000 operating assets in Maximo.
Education
BACHELOR OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING - Electrical Engineering
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB06.2019
Skills
- ArcGIS
- Google Earth
- Maximo
- MS Projects
- Power Bi
- Visio
Timeline
Project Manager, Transmission
Maskwa High Voltage
2023.01 - Current
Interconnections Specialist
HARDLINE ENGINEERING LTD
2022.04 - 2022.12
Junior Project Engineer
HARDLINE ENGINEERING
2019.07 - 2022.04
BACHELOR OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING - Electrical Engineering
University of Calgary
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