David De Andrade, Pmp
About David De Andrade, Pmp
David De Andrade is the Vice President of Operations at EVgo, where he has significantly improved operational efficiency and project management capabilities. He has extensive experience in engineering and project management, having held various positions at companies such as Worley and Technip Energies.
Work at EVgo
David De Andrade currently serves as the Vice President of Operations at EVgo, a role he has held since 2023. Prior to this position, he was the Senior Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure at EVgo, he played a significant role in the company's acquisition by LS Power in 2020 and the subsequent SPAC merger in 2021. He led the rollout of major programs, including the General Motors program in 2021 and the Pilot Flying J program in 2022. His initiatives have resulted in substantial improvements in operational efficiency and project funding processes.
Education and Expertise
David De Andrade holds a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from Grenoble INP - Ense3, where he studied from 1999 to 2002. He also pursued studies in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering at Arizona State University and Iowa State University, although these were for shorter durations. His extensive background in engineering and project management is complemented by his Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, which underscores his expertise in managing complex projects and operations.
Background
David De Andrade has a diverse professional background with significant experience in engineering and project management. He worked at Worley in various roles, including Deputy Engineering Manager, Deputy Program Manager, and Senior Project Manager, accumulating over four years of experience in the Greater Los Angeles Area. His earlier career includes positions at Technip Energies as a Senior Control Systems Engineer and Project Engineer, as well as roles at Schneider Electric and Yokogawa in France. This extensive experience has equipped him with a strong foundation in instrumentation, controls, and project execution.
Achievements
Throughout his career, David De Andrade has achieved notable milestones, particularly at EVgo. He implemented Sitetracker, establishing the company's first Project Management Office (PMO) and enhancing operational efficiency by 75%. He also integrated Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) capabilities using Tableau, which enabled live reporting from Sitetracker and NetSuite. His leadership has increased EVgo's Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) capabilities by 450% and improved the project funding decision-making process significantly.