Results-oriented leader enthusiastic about taking on new challenges. Successful at developing innovative strategies to capitalize on dynamic project and scope conditions. Strategic planner and clear communicator with an adaptable approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Vegetation Program Manager
ACRT Pacific LLC
Sonora
06.2021 - 11.2024
Managed a team of 16 Estimating Arborists from four vendors in Sonora, Mariposa, and Oakhurst districts.
Managed vegetation scope for PG&E System Hardening projects (both overhead and underground).
Coordinated and supervised tree work with 3 tree vendors.
Beta-tested and implemented Field Maps for estimating arborists and tree crews to streamline EC tag work.
Led improvements in pre-inspection efficiency using Getac tablets and back-office systems.
Supplied vegetation data to environmental teams for compliance and planning.
Collaborated with PG&E leadership to develop system hardening workflows and procedures. Developed and maintained reporting dashboards using Power BI to track project progress and estimating output.
Facilitated cross-division networking to improve communication, planning, and project execution.
Senior Consulting Utility Forester Estimating Arborists & System Hardening
ACRT Pacific LLC
Sonora
04.2020 - 06.2021
Worked closely with construction managers, engineers, estimators, line crews, tree crews and PG&E customers.
Provided vegetation estimates for maintenance and construction (e.g., pole replacements, service upgrades).
Coordinated with estimating arborists and tree crews to ensure vegetation work was identified and completed prior to construction work.
Collected vegetation data, documented work with photos, and issued detailed work requests.
Conducted field checks on EC tags and post-work inspections to verify completion and compliance.
Contract Forester
ACRT Pacific LLC
Sonora
11.2018 - 04.2019
Issued vegetation work orders and coordinated execution of vegetation work with general foremen for tree vendor.
Handled customer issues, ensured proper cleanup was completed, and closed out all completed projects with PG&E.
Audited fuel reduction projects for scope compliance.
Collaborated with auditors and crews to address any issues related vegetation scope.
Conducted aerial patrols by helicopter to assess hazard tree risks during storm and PSPS events.
Education
Associate of Science - Natural Resources / Watershed Mgmt
Columbia Junior College
Columbia, CA
05-2006
Skills
Effective communication
Problem solving
Cross-functional collaboration
Process improvement
Work Planning and Prioritization
Team training and development
Vendor relationship management
Compliance enforcement
Project coordination
Policy and procedure improvements
Influencing skills
Team management
Relationship building
Quality control
Certification
ISA Certified Arborist (2010-Present)
TRAQ Certified (2023-2028)
Additional Information
More detailed work history available upon request.
References
Katrina Saubolle, (559) 365-8267, klsv@pge.com
Nathan Monroe, (707) 494-5636, nhm3@pge.com
Raul Perez, (559) 240-8380, rperez@acrtinc.com
Timeline
Contract Vegetation Program Manager
ACRT Pacific LLC
06.2021 - 11.2024
Senior Consulting Utility Forester Estimating Arborists & System Hardening
ACRT Pacific LLC
04.2020 - 06.2021
Contract Forester
ACRT Pacific LLC
11.2018 - 04.2019
Associate of Science - Natural Resources / Watershed Mgmt
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