JEFFREY HUNTLEY
Asheville
Summary
Experienced Construction Executive with expertise in pre-construction, project execution, commercial negotiations, contracts, and project development. Highly skilled at seamlessly transitioning into different roles and making immediate impactful contributions. Demonstrates extensive knowledge in the Solar industry and is dedicated to excelling in team development, process optimization, and achieving business objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Pre-Construction
Blue Ridge Power
01.2023 - Current
- Reported directly to the EVP of Pre-Construction and am responsible for reporting on project status and ultimate project approval by the C-Suite.
- Worked directly with a cross-functional team of estimators, schedulers, procurement, and contracting on all RFP bidding opportunities, proposals, and early stage short list processes with project owners.
- Managed a team of Pre-Construction managers to manage projects through early state engineering, long-lead procurement, up to contract execution and handoff to the project execution team.
- Served as the lead commercial negotiator on over $700M of EPC contracts for developers and IOUs with a key focus of creating an executable project with proper risk mitigation and profit potential.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives, team processes, and long term goals.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, and subcontractors to promote collaboration and long-term success.
Vice President of Construction
Pine Gate Renewables/Blue Ridge Power
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Responsible for over 1GW of solar project execution management.
- Played an instrumental role within the executive leadership team by contributing valuable insights and strategic input for organizational growth plans and initiatives.
- Worked in a team structure with Vice Presidents of Finance, Development, and Legal to bring projects from origination to project completion and operation.
- Managed a team of Project Managers and Construction Managers executing projects in multiple regions.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project delivery and ongoing partnerships.
- Championed change management efforts within the company to adapt to evolving market dynamics while maintaining a strong focus on core business objectives.
- Pine Gate spun off the EPC Division, creating Blue Ridge Power in 2021.
Senior Project Manager
Pine Gate Renewables
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
Senior Project Manager
Cypress Creek Renewables
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Senior project manager for both distributed generation and transmission scale solar projects, totaling 230MW installed.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Oversaw project budgets and schedules and ensured projects met key milestones and budget expectations
- Worked with the Procurement team on vendor selection and equipment purchases
- Managed the field construction management team, and associate project managers.
Project Manager
FLS Energy
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Successfully managed multiple portfolios of distributed generation solar projects, prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with CapEx budgets and Place-In-Service goals for company owned assets.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Project Analyst
The Energy Partners
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Manager of Energy Analysis and Auditing, Managed a team of multifamily and commercial energy auditors.
- Completed energy and financial models for energy improvement projects.
Operations Manager
Nappier & Turner Construction Co., Inc
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Managed all aspects of a small land development and new home construction business; oversaw all major operations, finance, marketing, sales, staff and production.
- Developed business strategies to position company for competitive advantage and financial success, and oversaw all new product development, plans, and specifications.
Regional Program Manager
Southface Energy Institute
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Managed and developed the EarthCraft House green building certification program in coastal GA and SC
- Trained homebuilders to build to Energy Star and EarthCraft House certifications and completed home certification audits and testing
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Appropriate Technology and Construction Technology
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC01.2004
Skills
- Contract negotiation and management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Client and vendor management
- Construction Management
- Team leadership
- Project planning and budgeting
- Project analysis
- Risk Mitigation
Timeline
Vice President of Pre-Construction
Blue Ridge Power
01.2023 - Current
Vice President of Construction
Pine Gate Renewables/Blue Ridge Power
01.2020 - 01.2023
Senior Project Manager
Pine Gate Renewables
07.2019 - 01.2020
Project Manager
FLS Energy
08.2015 - 01.2017
Senior Project Manager
Cypress Creek Renewables
08.2015 - 07.2019
Project Analyst
The Energy Partners
01.2011 - 01.2015
Operations Manager
Nappier & Turner Construction Co., Inc
01.2007 - 01.2010
Regional Program Manager
Southface Energy Institute
01.2005 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Appropriate Technology and Construction Technology
Appalachian State University
Master of Business Administration -
Western Carolina University