Nick Parkins
About Nick Parkins
Nick Parkins is a Senior Cost Analyst specializing in Transmission Estimating at American Electric Power, with over a decade of experience in the utility industry. He has strong analytical skills and is proficient in various software tools, currently working in Columbus, Ohio.
Work at American Electric Power
Nick Parkins has been employed at American Electric Power since 2012, where he currently holds the position of Cost Analyst Senior in Transmission Estimating. His role involves analyzing costs associated with transmission projects and ensuring accurate financial assessments. Prior to this position, he worked as a Generation Project Accountant for 11 months in 2012 and as a Generation Cost Technician from 2007 to 2012. His experience at American Electric Power spans over a decade, contributing to his expertise in the utility industry.
Current Role at Barnhart Crane & Rigging
Since 2020, Nick Parkins has been serving as a Project Planner at Barnhart Crane & Rigging in Decatur, Alabama. In this role, he is responsible for planning and coordinating project activities, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and effectively. His background in cost analysis and risk management supports his ability to oversee complex projects within the utility sector.
Education and Expertise
Nick Parkins studied Business Administration with a focus on Management at West Virginia State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from 2003 to 2007. He completed his secondary education at Saint Albans High School from 1998 to 2002. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in cost analysis and risk management, equips him with the necessary skills to excel in the utility industry.
Background and Skills
Nick Parkins possesses strong analytical and complex problem-solving skills, which are essential in his roles within the utility industry. He is proficient in various software tools, including PeopleSoft, Power Plan, Business Objects, and Asset Suite. His ability to communicate effectively across all levels of teams, including upper management, enhances his capacity to lead and influence project environments.
Professional Experience at Rsi Entech, Llc
In addition to his roles at American Electric Power and Barnhart Crane & Rigging, Nick Parkins has been working as a Senior Project Controls Specialist at Rsi Entech, Llc since 2019 in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This position further demonstrates his expertise in project controls and cost management within the utility sector, contributing to his overall professional development.