Joseph M. Beck, P.E.

Experience

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  Northrop Grumman Ship Systems

  Jan 2003 - Jun 2006

  Mechanical Engineer

  Duties included performing calculations, system design, AutoCAD drafting, and specification development of climate control systems for various classes of naval ships.

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  CRS Engineering and Design Consultants

  Jul 2006 - Jun 2007

  Production Engineer

  Duties included performing calculations, system design, AutoCAD drafting, and specification development of mechanical systems for new construction and renovations. Design of HVAC systems: direct expansion, chilled and heating water, variable and constant volume air-handling

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  URS Corporation

  Jul 2007 - Mar 2010

  Supervising Discipline Engineer

  Serves as supervising discipline engineer and design leader; responsible for design of HVAC for heavy industrial projects; reviews drawings and specifications, acts as consultant to designers and engineers, makes design calculations, and makes cost and materials estimates; writes specifications and selects equipment for purchase; coordinates designs with other engineering sections.

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  KBR

  Mar 2010 - Jun 2010

  Principal Technical Professional

  Involved in the preparation of numerous cost proposals for HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Suppression system design.

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  Enercon Services

  Jun 2010 - May 2012

  Mechanical Engineer

  Responsible for technical design in the mechanical engineering department specifically related to HVAC systems. Acts as a consultant to junior engineers and designers for the development of design calculations, HVAC system design, and equipment specification. Additional duties include providing energy management services and energy savings strategies to existing facilities.

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  Southern Nuclear Operating Company

  May 2012 - Oct 2014

  Project Manager - Nuclear Project Management Oversight

  • As a subject matter expert for Project Management principles, developed and refined the tools and processes while providing oversight of the proper use of these tools.• Responsible for managing feasibility studies and alternatives analysis for capital projects across the Southern Nuclear fleet. ­ • Led project teams, including Project Engineer, Construction Lead, Cost Estimator, Cost Analyst, Project Scheduler, and other internal project members.­ • Managed outside engineering firms in the support of project deliverables. ­ • Developed and maintained communication links with project stakeholders, as well as plant and corporate management.• Managed the transition of the Project Management function from a centralized office to the individual sites.­ • Led a team that included site Project Supervisors and Project Controls Supervisors.­ • Developed process to ensure that critical project information was not lost during transition from corporate project managers to site project managers. • Led performance improvement activities such as self-assessments and benchmarks. • Served as liaison between SNC Projects and E&CS PMO to promote commonality within Southern Company. Show less

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  Southern Company

  Oct 2014 - Aug 2017

  Supported projects for Miller Electric Generating Plant in response to the Coal Combustion Residuals rule and Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards. Served as a subject matter expert in the E&CS Project Delivery Process (PDP) and project management. Provided support to E&CS project portfolio in execution of process requirements. • Responsible for acquiring and confirming required technical documentation to support the Process Safety Management (PSM) program for Plant Ratcliffe (Kemper County IGCC).• Provided recommendations and support for alternative processes to satisfy documentation requirements.• Led PSM Engineering and Supplier Documentation team of 13 individuals. • Provided mechanical design services which include calculations, drawings, specifications and materials lists to support retrofits projects for the Southern Company Fleet.• Supported Project Engineering with regard to scope control, schedule development and adherence, and cost estimating and tracking.

  • Assistant Project Manager

    Oct 2016 - Aug 2017

  • Project Support Engineer

    Mar 2016 - Oct 2016

  • PSM Engineering and Supplier Documentation Lead

    Mar 2015 - Mar 2016

  • Senior Engineer - E&CS Mechanical Design

    Oct 2014 - Mar 2015
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  Alabama Power Company

  Aug 2017 - Feb 2022

  Principal Engineer

  Responsible for the development and management of energy savings projects for Alabama Power customers in the federal, municipal, education, and healthcare markets. Develops the project scope, energy savings analysis, and construction bid documents for customer consideration for implementation. Manages the bid process, procurement, construction, startup, and closeout activities for selected projects. Responsible for the development of over $100MM in guaranteed energy savings projects.

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  Southern Company

  Feb 2022 - now

  Directs the Sales & Development organization within the Federal Services portfolio. Provides strategic direction to Segment Sales Managers, the Engineering Manager, and their teams, ensuring the achievement of aggressive sales targets and significant net income. Oversees the sales and development of over $1 billion in revenue. Creates and executes comprehensive sales strategies aligned with business goals. Establishes and optimizes sales processes tailored to federal customers, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Maintains strong relationships with external and internal customers. Show less

  • Sales & Development Manager

    Aug 2024 - now

  • Regional Manager - Federal Services

    Jun 2022 - Sept 2024

  • Project Manager - Federal Services

    Feb 2022 - Jun 2022