Brandon Stephens
About Brandon Stephens
Brandon Stephens serves as the Director of Project Management at Summit Ridge Energy, bringing over 12 years of experience in the solar industry. His background includes roles at Standard Solar, Third Sun Solar LLC, and SolarWorld, where he developed expertise in project management, facility design, and operations.
Work at Summit Ridge Energy
Brandon Stephens has been serving as the Director of Project Management at Summit Ridge Energy since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing project management activities, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and effectively. His position is based in Arlington, Virginia, where he leads a team to manage various aspects of solar energy projects. His extensive background in the solar industry supports his ability to direct project life cycles from initial feasibility through to project close-out.
Previous Experience in Solar Industry
Prior to his current role, Brandon Stephens worked at Standard Solar as a Project Manager from 2018 to 2022. He also held positions at SolarWorld as the Eastern USA Construction Project Manager and at Sunlight Solar Energy, Inc as a Designer. His experience spans over 12 years in the solar industry, focusing on facility design, installation, and construction project management. He has also worked as a Field Manager at Third Sun Solar LLC and has a background in coastal resource management from his time with the Peace Corps.
Education and Expertise
Brandon Stephens earned a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Technical Operations Management from Ohio University, where he studied from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he obtained an Associate of Science in Renewable Energy from Hocking College from 2005 to 2007. His educational background complements his expertise in budgeting, estimating, procurement, on-site supervision, implementation, and quality control within the solar industry.
Skills and Competencies
Brandon Stephens is recognized for his strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in strategic planning. He is experienced in directing project life cycles and has a team-based approach to project management. His skills extend to operations and maintenance of solar facilities, making him proficient in ensuring quality control throughout the project phases.