Renewable Energy
Jairo Betancourth
Mechanical Engineer
San Pedro Sula
Summary
Skilled, experienced and self-motivated Consultant with more than 12 years of experience, serving as an effective Project Manager in renewable energy projects (photovoltaic solar energy), energy efficiency and climate change. More than 100 projects managed in the industrial, commercial, residential and government sectors in Central America and USA. Expert in all aspects of project management, including planning, budget management and coordination and monitoring of all stages of the project. Experienced in working directly with clients, acting as an advisor who ensures that the objectives of the project are achieved according to the previously defined scope, time and budget.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Independent Consultant of Photovoltaic Solar Projects
Self-employed
5 2021 - Current
- Developing each stage, either individually or together, of the implementation of solar photovoltaic projects as Project Manager under the concept of EPC (Engineering: Engineering (Design), Procurement (Management of purchase and acquisition of equipment) and Construction (Construction))
- Including performance testing and management with government entities for the reception of projects
- Pre-feasibility and feasibility studies of the implementation of photovoltaic solar projects
- Evaluation of the design of projects already developed for end customers or financial institutions
- Monitoring, preventive and corrective maintenance of photovoltaic solar projects
- Performance tests to solar photovoltaic projects already installed
- Energy efficiency studies for cost reduction and compliance with ISO 50001.
- Handled confidential customer business and operational information.
Director of Construction and Engineering
Atlas DC
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Worked with the overall mission of Atlas DC in mind and seeks to effectively convey and promote its purposes
- Reported directly to the group of Owners of the company
- Served as an advisor to the client in the evaluation and development of their requirements
- Used excellent time and project management skills to successfully monitor and manage them from conception to completion
- Led the management of the stakeholder group in the different stages of the Projects (Client, equipment and service providers, government agencies and the Atlas team itself).
- Improved safety records by enforcing rigorous safety protocols and conducting regular site inspections.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential issues early in the project planning stage, mitigating potential setbacks later on.
Director of Operations / Project Manager
Smartsolar
07.2013 - 04.2021
- Worked with Smartsolar's overall mission in mind and sought to effectively convey and promote its purposes
- Reported directly to the CEO of the company
- Served as an advisor to the client in the evaluation and development of their requirements
- Collaborated with clients in obtaining the loan to develop their project
- Used excellent time and project management skills to successfully supervise and manage them from conception to completion
- Led the management of the Stakeholder group in the different stages of the Projects (Client, financial institutions, equipment and service providers, government agencies and the Smartsolar team itself).
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
Energy Analyst
Pepsi Bottling Plant (Embotelladora De Sula)
08.2011 - 07.2013
- Worked collaboratively with the CEO, Reengineering Manager and other key Managers of the Corporation to define the goals of the Overall Energy Efficiency Project and establish the timeline and plan to develop it
- Led the development and implementation of the energy efficiency policy through the Corporation, based on ISO50001
- Evaluated the quantity, type (Electrical and thermal) and area in which the energy was being consumed in each installation of the Corporation
- Researched the state of the art in energy efficiency with the purpose of implementing it through the Corporation
- Collaborated with cross-functional work teams to achieve project goals in a timely and effective manner
- Evaluated the financial aspects of each energy-saving project
- Was the intermediary between the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Corporation in obtaining a loan of 10 million dollars to be used in several energy efficiency and renewable projects
- Managed the integral management of the workflow in the implementation of the energy policy and the energy saving projects.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing detailed reports on energy consumption and cost-saving opportunities.
- Championed the adoption of best practices in energy management, contributing to a culture of environmental stewardship and sustainability within client organizations.
Professor
National Autonomous University Of Honduras (UNAH)
06.2008 - 06.2011
- Worked in the Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Created a powerful and engaging classroom curriculum for his students in steam plants, refrigeration, metrology and turbomachines classes, and promoted an open and interactive classroom environment to enhance learning
- Taught the use of the Engineering Equation Solver (EES) program for the design and simulation of the performance of steam plants, cooling systems and turbomachines
- Coordinated technical visits to real power plants so that students become familiar with them in a real way.
- Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
Climate Change Consultant
United Nations Industrial Development Organization UNIDO
03.2010 - 06.2010
- Establish the basis for the project: 'Plan and Management of the Elimination of HCFCs (Hydro-chloro-fluoro-carbons)' in the country
- Conduct a nationwide survey to identify the type, quantity, and sector in which HCFCs are used
- Identify the amount of HCFCs that are imported into the country
- Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner
- Worked collaboratively with the other team members to achieve the goals of successful area
- Supervised and participated in specialized training for staff in technical evaluation techniques, as required.
Climate Change Consultant
Secretariat Of Natural Resources And Environment
06.2009 - 12.2009
- Establish the basis for the project: 'Plan and Management of the Elimination of HCFCs (Hydro-chloro-fluoro-carbons)' in the country
- Conduct a nationwide survey to identify the type, quantity, and sector in which HCFCs are used
- Identify the amount of HCFCs that are imported into the country
- Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner
- Worked collaboratively with the other team members to achieve the goals successfully
- Supervised and participated in specialized training for staff in technical evaluation techniques, as required.
Professor
Defense University Of Honduras
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Worked in the Department of Military Engineering in Mechatronics
- Created a powerful and engaging classroom curriculum for his students in Thermal & Hydraulic Machines, Thermotechnics I and Thermotechnics II classes, and promoted an open and interactive classroom environment to enhance learning
- Taught the use of the Engineering Equation Solver (EES) program for the design and simulation of the performance of steam plants, cooling systems and turbomachines
- Coordinated technical visits to real power plants so that students become familiar with them in a real way.
- Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
Programmer Analyst and Developer
Guanajuato University
11.2005 - 03.2008
- While I was studying my master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Orientation in Thermal Energy) at the Guanajuato University, I was called to be part of the Research Department to develop the following activities:
- Programmer analyst and developer of Thermo-economic Diagnosis Software - University of Guanajuato - TECO Guatemala called: Development and Commissioning of the 'Software' that Contains a Diagnosis and Monitoring System of Production and Efficiency of SAN JOSE POWER STATION, ALBORADA POWER STATION AND TEMSA, Mexico (January 2008 - March 2008)
- Programmer analyst and developer of Thermo-economic Diagnosis Software in project Guanajuato University & Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) denominated: Integrative Platform of Diagnosis Information, Monitoring and Control of the Thermal Regime. Application to 6 Thermoelectric Units. Mexico (June 2007 - December 2007)
- Programmer Analyst of Thermoeconomic Diagnostic Software - University of Guanajuato & Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) Mexico (June 2006 - December 2006)
- Technical Management and Purchase Personnel in Project: 'Technical-Economic Feasibility Study for the Generation of Ethanol from Regional Biomass', University of Guanajuato, Mexico (April 2006 - December 2006)
- Design of Cooling Rings for Fuel Storage Tanks for Petróleos Mexicanos (PEMEX) Celaya, Querétaro and León, Mexico (November 2005 - December 2005).
- Worked closely with clients to establish specifications and system designs.
- Contributed to successful project completion with effective time management and prioritization skills, meeting tight deadlines consistently.
Supervisor's Engineer
Luz Y Fuerza De San Lorenzo (Lufussa) Power Plant
11.2003 - 04.2004
- Trained to be supervisor's engineer for the installation and operation of a Cogeneration Power Plant based on a Diesel Cycle (267.4 MW).
- Improved team productivity by providing technical guidance and mentoring junior engineers and technicians.
Service Station Supervisor
Distribuidora De Productos De Petróleo S.A.
04.2002 - 03.2003
- Lead and supervise the gas station staff (fuel sales), convenience store staff (sale of various products), carwash staff and administrative staff. A total of 30 people on average
- Train new staff in their respective activities
- Proper handling of service station supplies (fuel, oils, food, etc.)
- Maintained cleanliness standards throughout the facility by assigning tasks responsibly among staff members.
- Conduct inventories as required
- Make financial cuts to staff each shift
- Serve suppliers and customers, according to their requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Sciences)
University of Guanajuato
Salamanca, Mexico 05.2004 - 05.2007
Industrial Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
National Autonomous University of Honduras (UNAH)
Tegucigalpa, Honduras, C.A 01.1995 - 05.2001
Middle Technician in Automovil Mechanics - Automovil Mechanics
Instituto Técnico Honduras
Tegucigalpa, Honduras, C.A. 01.1994 - 05.1994
Technical Bachelor's in Industrial Mechanics - Industrial Mechanics
Instituto Técnico Honduras
Tegucigalpa, Honduras 01.1992 - 05.1993
Enphase Storage Installation Training Certificate - Solar Photovoltaics
Enphase
USA 05.2001 -
Enphase Storage Design Training Certificate - Solar Photovoltaics
Enphase
USA 05.2001 -
Enphase Solar Installation Training Certificate - Solar Photovoltaics
Enphase
Virtual - USADevelopment Project Management (PM4R) - Project Management
Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)
Virtual, USA05.2021
Microsoft Project 2013 - Project Management
EduSystems
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, C.A.Specialization in Project Management - Project Management
ADEN - The George Washington University (USA)
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, C.A.11.2014
Finance For Non-Financiers, - Finance
INCAE BUSINESS SCHOOL
Nicaragua, C.A03.2013
Photovoltaic Systems - Tools And Techniques For Operation And Maintenance - Solar Photovoltaics
Solar Energy International
Colorado, USABattery-Based Photovoltaic Systems Certificate - Solar Photovoltaics
Solar Energy International
Colorado, USA01.2017
Certificate of Residential And Commercial Photovoltaic Systems, - Solar Photovoltaics
Solar Energy International
Colorado, USA12.2013
PVSYST - Software For The Design of Solar Systems - Solar Photovoltaics
PVSYST
Ginebra, SwitzerlandNFPA 70B (Recommended Practice For Electrical Equipment) - Electrical Safety
IPC/FUNDETEC
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, C.ANFPA 70E (Workplace Electrical Safety Standard) - Electrical Safety
PC/FUNDETEC
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, C.AUsing Smart Metering To Reduce Energy Costs - Energy Efficiency
Association of Energy Engineers
USAEnergy Efficiency in Refrigeration Technologies, - Energy Efficiency
GIZ Program 4E - ANDI
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, C.A.Energy Efficiency - Eergy Efficiency
Chamber of Commerce And Industries of Cortés & MKS
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, C.AHome Automation Workshop - Energy Efficiency
IEEE
Tegucigalpa, Honduras, C.A.International Expert in Energy Management (ISO 50001) - Energy Efficiency
DQS
San Pedro SUla, Honduras, C.A.Plan And Management of Refrigerants - Global Warming
INFOP-SERNA
Tegucigalpa, Honduras, C.ATraining in Hydrocarbon Conversion in Domestic Refrigerators - Global Warming
Ministry of Natural Resources And Environment
Tegucigalpa, Honduras, C.ASkills
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Project Management
- Interpersonal Communications
- Multitasking skills
- Problem Solving
- Effective Time Management
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Project
- PVSYST Certified
- Enphase Certified
- Scanifly Knowledge
- Operations Management
Publications
- Sensitivity of the Exergy Costs due to Changes in the Most Relevant Variables of a Diesel Cycle-Based Cogeneration Power Plant, 2007 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, 11/11/2007, Seattle, Washington, USA
- Thermoeconomic Costs of Production Analysis of a Diesel Cycle-Based Cogeneration Power Plant, 2006 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, 11/05/2006, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Análisis de Costos Exergéticos de una Planta de Cogeneración Basada en Motores Diesel. Parte I: Análisis Exergético, XII Congreso Internacional Anual de la SOMIM, 09/2006, Distrito Federal, México
- Análisis Exergético de una Planta de Potencia de Cogeneración Basada en un Ciclo Diesel, 4to Congreso Internacional de Electromecánica y Sistemas en Ingeniería, 11/14/2005, Distrito Federal, México
References
- Jesmy Gómez, Financial Controller, Ayuda en Acción, jgomez@ayudaenaccion.org, 3151-6659
- Elman Padilla, Teacher, Faculty, Applied Communications, Higher Colleges of Technology, Dubai Women's College, P.O. Box 16062 Dubai, United Arab Emirates, epadilla@hct.ac.ae, 971 02 2064135, 971 561940970
- Gerardo Pineda, Software Project Management, MGI Pineda Torres and Associates Accounting and Consulting Group, Chiba, Japan, Gerardo.pineda@cpapt.com, +81 070-3184-8165
Interests
Solar Photovoltaics
Energy Efficiency
Timeline
Director of Construction and Engineering
Atlas DC
11.2021 - 06.2022
Director of Operations / Project Manager
Smartsolar
07.2013 - 04.2021
Energy Analyst
Pepsi Bottling Plant (Embotelladora De Sula)
08.2011 - 07.2013
Climate Change Consultant
United Nations Industrial Development Organization UNIDO
03.2010 - 06.2010
Climate Change Consultant
Secretariat Of Natural Resources And Environment
06.2009 - 12.2009
Professor
Defense University Of Honduras
01.2009 - 12.2009
Professor
National Autonomous University Of Honduras (UNAH)
06.2008 - 06.2011
Programmer Analyst and Developer
Guanajuato University
11.2005 - 03.2008
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Sciences)
University of Guanajuato
05.2004 - 05.2007
Supervisor's Engineer
Luz Y Fuerza De San Lorenzo (Lufussa) Power Plant
11.2003 - 04.2004
Service Station Supervisor
Distribuidora De Productos De Petróleo S.A.
04.2002 - 03.2003
Enphase Storage Installation Training Certificate - Solar Photovoltaics
Enphase
05.2001 -
Enphase Storage Design Training Certificate - Solar Photovoltaics
Enphase
05.2001 -
Industrial Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
National Autonomous University of Honduras (UNAH)
01.1995 - 05.2001
Middle Technician in Automovil Mechanics - Automovil Mechanics
Instituto Técnico Honduras
01.1994 - 05.1994
Technical Bachelor's in Industrial Mechanics - Industrial Mechanics
Instituto Técnico Honduras
01.1992 - 05.1993
Independent Consultant of Photovoltaic Solar Projects
Self-employed
5 2021 - Current
Enphase Solar Installation Training Certificate - Solar Photovoltaics
Enphase
Development Project Management (PM4R) - Project Management
Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)
Microsoft Project 2013 - Project Management
EduSystems
Specialization in Project Management - Project Management
ADEN - The George Washington University (USA)
Finance For Non-Financiers, - Finance
INCAE BUSINESS SCHOOL
Photovoltaic Systems - Tools And Techniques For Operation And Maintenance - Solar Photovoltaics
Solar Energy International
Battery-Based Photovoltaic Systems Certificate - Solar Photovoltaics
Solar Energy International
Certificate of Residential And Commercial Photovoltaic Systems, - Solar Photovoltaics
Solar Energy International
PVSYST - Software For The Design of Solar Systems - Solar Photovoltaics
PVSYST
NFPA 70B (Recommended Practice For Electrical Equipment) - Electrical Safety
IPC/FUNDETEC
NFPA 70E (Workplace Electrical Safety Standard) - Electrical Safety
PC/FUNDETEC
Using Smart Metering To Reduce Energy Costs - Energy Efficiency
Association of Energy Engineers
Energy Efficiency in Refrigeration Technologies, - Energy Efficiency
GIZ Program 4E - ANDI
Energy Efficiency - Eergy Efficiency
Chamber of Commerce And Industries of Cortés & MKS
Home Automation Workshop - Energy Efficiency
IEEE
International Expert in Energy Management (ISO 50001) - Energy Efficiency
DQS
Plan And Management of Refrigerants - Global Warming
INFOP-SERNA
Training in Hydrocarbon Conversion in Domestic Refrigerators - Global Warming
Ministry of Natural Resources And Environment
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