Leslie Barrett, PE, JD, MBA, DBIA

Experience

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  Cretex Pressure Pipe

  Jan 1986 - Jan 1989

  Design Engineer
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  J. F. Shea Co. Inc.

  Sept 1989 - Oct 1991

  Managed a number of large public construction projects including highway construction, tunnels, pipelines and buildings. Experience includes project estimating, bidding, negotiation, contract management, budgeting, scheduling, labor supervision, safety, negotiating and problem solving so as to finish multi-million dollar construction projects on time and within budget.Notable Projects Project, engineering and safety manager on a number of large construction projects in Chicago, Washington D.C. and Los Angeles

  • Engineer, lead supervisor and safety manager

    Aug 1989 - Oct 1991

  • Project Manager

    Sept 1989 - Sept 1991
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  MWD

  Oct 1991 - Feb 2006

  Engineering Program Manager

  Notable AccomplishmentsDiamond Valley Reservoir, Largest reservoir built in Southern California, which also included construction a marina, permitting and rough grading for a 85-acre recreation park, swimming complex and museum; and land entitlement for a 3000+ unit housing development in the City of Hemet.Alameda Corridor Transportation Project - responsible for project permitting, design and construction of a $17 million utility relocation project. Negotiated complex legal agreements on scheduling and funding of construction costs with various utility agencies, the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority, local cities and state and federal authorities. Led an inter-agency committee that secured a $6.65 million federal grant. Real Property Management - responsibility for purchasing, managing and selling of real properties; granting and acquiring easements; reviewing development and environmental impacts to Metropolitan's real property assets; managing and negotiating leases; and preparing and managing personnel, budgets and schedules.Substructures Section Manager - With up to 20 employees, responsible for responding to all requests for use of Metropolitan's property holdings; preparing responses to environmental notices; and protecting conveyance systems and property assets. Show less

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  Xiamen Lota International

  Jan 2006 - Dec 2008

  National Account Manager

  Top global sales performer recognized for the ability to build successful partnerships with key international manufacturers and distributors, coupling strong presentation, negotiation and communication skills with engineering project management tools.Achievements:Surpassed peers as company's #1 sales associate for 2007 with over $160m in receipts.Accelerated sales growth 40% year-over-year from 2006 to 2007.Account Manager for our company's largest customer and for all US west coast sales.Responsible for implementing business strategies that continue to capture market share, increase product awareness and company profitability.Effectively managing product development with close attention to customer's needs, schedules, quality, product specifications, regulations, budgets and shipping schedules. Show less

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  Xiamen Lota International Corp

  Jan 2006 - Dec 2008

  General Counsel

  Responsible for ensuring that all company transactions are in compliance with both US and International law. Managed the scope of work and retention of outside counsel. Also responsible for negotiating and writing various long-term customer contracts, primarily in the US and Europe. Achievements:Renegotiated long term contracts with all of our largest customers to include key provisions for transferring market risk and volatility, stabilizing pricing mechanisms and forecasting, and promoting business growth.Authored and implemented confidentiality and exclusivity agreements with customers and suppliers.Prepared all legal documentation and opinion as requested by management.Provided legal advice on all employment and labor law issues.Coordinated and prosecuted intellectual property and patent approvals.Managed outside legal counsel agreements reducing legal costs by over $600,000 in the first year.Court appearances and negotiated settlements on outstanding litigation. Show less

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  Wind Energy, Inc.

  Jan 2009 - Aug 2011

  Director of Project Development
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  Celtic Energy Corporation

  Feb 2009 - May 2015

  President

  President of a large-scale renewable energy development company with numerous project sites in prime solar and wind resource areas in Southern California. Also provide energy development consultancy services for the wind, solar and water energy sector.Proficient in all stages of Solar and Wind Energy Projects Acquisition and Development, including:• Site Selection (Landowners Title Work and Lease Negotiation)• Solar/Wind Resource Assessment, terrain and other constraints analysis, transmission etc. • Met Tower Placement • Solar/Wind Farm Layout Design, Energy Output Optimization, Constructibility Analysis, Topo maps, Grading Plans• PPA Bidder Package preparation and negotiation • Financial Modeling and Project Cost Estimates • Permitting with local, state and federal governing authorities, environmental agencies, regional planning departments, GIS mapping, FAA approval, DOD/E Radar solutions• Grid Interconnection Request preparation, feasibility studies, tariff compliance, system impact studies, facility studies, FERC policies, ISOs forms, IA negotiations.• Community Outreach programs development and coordination, town councils and stakeholders.• Fatal Flaws Analysis• BLM ROW Plan of Development Preparation• Phase I, Initial Study, EIS/EIR, EA preparation coordination • CEC, CPUC, DOE certifications and approval coordination• EPC, BOP estimates preparation and negotiation• Entire Project Financing placement• Turbine Supply Agreement procurement, O&M, warranties, QC, transportation• Wind Data Assessment Reports analysis, • Investors, permitting agencies, manufactures negotiation meetings • Financial Pro Forma preparation and energy output calculation• Project marketing material preparation and presentation, Project Description, Schedule, photos, video, maps, Online Data Room upload• ITC/PTC calculations and application preparation Show less

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  Mainstream Renewable Power

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2013

  Consultant Project Manager
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  BRC-Equals3, Inc.

  Sept 2012 - Feb 2014

  Senior Project Manager

  As a premier small business entity with over 20 years of environmental consulting experience, my role is to represent the company as project and business development manager. Duties include document preparation, marketing, managing work scope, budget and schedule for various projects, developing existing and new client relationships, outreach, conferences, regulatory appearances, knowledge of environmental law and resource issues, participated in the preparation of conservation plans, land use plan amendments, CEQA and NEPA documents, ESA, CAA and CWA concerns, incidental take permits, mitigation, conservation banks, water rights, biological surveys and reports, Native American coordination and environmental compliance.• Detailed understanding and active participant in the development of the Desert Renewable Energy Conservation Plan. • Member of the Desert Advisory Council for the California desert.• Supported the preparation of numerous terrestrial and avian biological technical reports.• Cultivating strong relationships with clients to position BRC-Equals3 to win new work.• Collaborating with the marketing team in preparation of proposals.• Developing capture strategies in the pursuit of significant opportunities• Participating in creating market sector budgets, projections, opportunity targets, and other planning activities.• Securing, negotiating and contracting for required services of BRC-Equals3 sub-consultants.• Representing BRC-Equals3 at agency meetings and public hearings.• Developing a high profile corporate and personal presence in client settings, through event participation and individual client contacts.• Supervising total effort to ensure each project is constructed in accordance with the approved design, budget and schedule.• Managing both internal and external resources required to successfully complete each project including coordination and supervision of onsite functions. Show less

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  Desert Advisory Council

  Aug 2014 - Aug 2017

  Chairman

  Appointed by the Secretary of the Interior to the Desert Advisory Council. The Desert Advisory Council was established by Congress through the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976. The Desert Advisory Council is responsible for advising the federal government and coordinating public input on the best management policies for use, recreation, environmental protection and limited development of public lands in Southern California.

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  Los Angeles Unified School District

  May 2015 - Sept 2017

  Sustainability Program Manager

  Program Manager for Sustainability at the Los Angeles Unified School District. Managing all sustainability initiatives, environmental awareness, education and outreach, energy efficiency and water conservation programs, building design and retrofits, turf removal, pilot studies, energy analysis, community use agreements, networking, contracting, budgeting, pursuing grants, rebates and donations, planning, reporting and management presentations. The Los Angeles Unified School District is the second largest in the United States of America with over 1000 school campuses and 650,000 students. Show less

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  Vanir Construction Management, Inc.

  Feb 2018 - now

  For Program and Project Management to Construction Management, Vanir serves clients in seven unique market segments: K-12 Education, Higher Education, Healthcare, Justice Facilities, Water/Waste Water, Public Buildings and Transportation. We are consistently ranked as one of the top CM firms in the nation by Engineering News Record. Our expertise lies in our ability to serve the unique needs of each market segment and ensure each need is met in the most optimal way. Whether it's a minor renovation or a major new building program, we will take your project all the way from initial conception and design through construction and occupancy. Our client-oriented team will utilize their extensive expertise and our state-of-the-art technology and communications systems to walk you through each phase of the process. We will focus on ensuring a quality project that meets your unique needs – delivered on time and within budget. Show less

  • Vice President & Executive Director

    Mar 2021 - now

  • Southern California Area Manager

    Feb 2018 - Mar 2021