Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote operational excellence/organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
UCAN Workplace Program Manager
Netflix
09.2020 - Current
Led Building Infrastructure team which included overseeing daily engineering operations, keeping equipment online, assisting with MEP guidelines, capital projects and implementing network systems to have 24/7 oversight of critical systems in Los Gatos, Los Angeles and New York
Develops strategic plans, sets clear objectives for RFPs and reorgs to enhance efficiency to drive cost savings north of $1M
Seamlessly integrates teams and work processes with cross functional partners including the Integrations Office, EHS, GSOC, FinOps, Space Planning, Labor Relations, HR, Legal and other key partners collaborating to drive results of operational excellence
System architect and lead instructor on global asset management tool, IBM Maximo, designed to maintain assets, manage preventative/corrective maintenance as well as forecast equipment end of life and costs
Maintains business continuity and leads next steps during potential business impacts such labor strikes
Established and maintains partnership between Netflix and Los Angeles Trade Tech Community College to expose students to real world corporate experiences while making the connection to their respective studies of electrical, HVAC or construction
Continuously achieving milestones in sustainability such as receiving the LA Better Buildings Challenge Award, LADWP Zero by Design Rebate Incentive (Egyptian Theater) and implementing automation measures to mitigate equipment running 24/7
Director of Operations
NBCUniversal
08.2014 - 09.2020
Managed operations and maintenance of Universal Studios Hollywood and NBCUniversal Studio Operations leading teams of over 200+ union employees
Maintained multi-million dollar budget supporting maintenance and repairs. Projected annual forecasting as well as the scope and expenditures of special projects
Implemented Archibus software by creating an efficient maintenance repository for tracking and prioritizing both space planning and facilities requests which improved occupant response times
Increased safety standards by enforcing comprehensive safety protocols for all facilities such as lock out/tag out
Director of HVAC/Energy Management
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2010 - 08.2014
Managed $40 million electricity, gas and water utility budget for over 300 facilities
Led team of approximately 85 non-union employees in Energy Management Systems and HVAC division
Negotiated energy purchase contracts for electric power and presented annually to District's Board of Trustees and Administration. Procured district's electricity contract generating a savings of over $25M over 40 months
Responsible for technical evaluations which included strategic equipment selection focusing on eliminating the use of CFCs to minimize the district's carbon footprint
Established a culture of continuous improvement in line with the school district's principles by fostering open communication channels
Building Efficiency Engineer
Johnson Controls
05.2008 - 07.2010
Directed detailed development of energy-efficient HVAC projects in schools throughout North Texas; provided expert analysis, selection, purchase and installation of chiller plant and building automation equipment.
Led transition meetings with Operations team to define project scope and objectives, coordinated equipment delivery, installation, schedule and logistics
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
08.2002
Skills
Proven Strong Leader
Crazy focus on excellence
Strategic/Out of the Box Analytical Thinker
Detail Oriented
Experienced in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Principles