Christine Da Costa
About Christine Da Costa
Christine Da Costa is a Project Coordinator at Swell Energy in New Orleans, LA, with extensive experience in managing photovoltaic and battery installation projects. She has previously held roles at various companies, including Citadel Roofing & Solar and Bosley Electric Company.
Current Role at Swell Energy
Christine Da Costa serves as a Project Coordinator at Swell Energy, a position she has held since 2020. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, she manages over 200 photovoltaic and battery installation projects simultaneously. Her role involves collaborating closely with design, operations, and installation teams to ensure smooth project execution. She also assists Operations Managers in updating and maintaining project schedules, ensuring that all aspects of the projects are on track.
Previous Experience in Project Coordination
Prior to her current role, Christine Da Costa worked at Citadel Roofing & Solar as a Solar Project Coordinator from 2019 to 2020. In this capacity, she was responsible for overseeing solar installation projects. Additionally, she served as a Special Projects Assistant at the same company for three months in 2020. Earlier in her career, she held the position of Assistant Project Manager at Bosley Electric Company for one month in 2019 and worked as a Project Administrative Assistant at Underground Construction Co., Inc. from 2014 to 2015.
Educational Background
Christine Da Costa studied at the University of the Pacific (UOP), where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business with a focus on Communications from 2009 to 2013. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in business principles and effective communication strategies, which she applies in her project management roles.
Skills and Tools Utilized
In her project coordination roles, Christine Da Costa utilizes Salesforce and internal customer database systems to efficiently manage project workflows. She maintains detailed records of project communications and correspondence, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and aligned throughout the project lifecycle. Her organizational skills contribute to the successful execution of complex projects.
Career Development in the Construction Industry
Christine Da Costa has developed her career in the construction and renewable energy sectors, gaining experience in various roles. She worked as an Estimating Coordinator at Wulff Electric, Inc. for six months in 2017, where she contributed to project estimation processes. Her diverse background in project management and coordination has equipped her with the skills necessary to handle multiple projects effectively.