Joe Gomez
About Joe Gomez
Joe Gomez is a Senior Manager of Development at Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC, with over 25 years of experience in managing major capital projects across various sectors, including solar power generation. He has held several key positions at First Solar and Southern California Edison, focusing on project management and cost engineering.
Work at Leeward Renewable Energy
Joe Gomez currently serves as the Senior Manager - Development at Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on overseeing the development of renewable energy projects. Prior to this, he worked as the Senior Manager - Transmission at the same company from 2021 to 2022. His experience at Leeward Renewable Energy highlights his commitment to advancing renewable energy initiatives in the United States.
Previous Experience at First Solar
Joe Gomez has an extensive background at First Solar, where he held multiple positions over several years. He worked as a Senior Advisor - Transmission & Interconnection from 2018 to 2021 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Before that, he served as an EPC Senior Project Manager for one year in Tempe, Arizona, and as a Senior Project Manager - High Voltage from 2014 to 2017, also in Tempe. His roles at First Solar contributed to his expertise in solar power generation and project management.
Career Background in Engineering and Project Management
Joe Gomez has over 25 years of experience in managing major capital projects across various sectors, including solar power generation, petrochemical, and telecommunications. His career includes significant roles such as Program Scheduling Manager and Construction Manager at Southern California Edison from 2010 to 2012, and Lead/Supervising Cost Engineer at Jacobs Engineering from 2006 to 2009. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of project control principles and engineering practices.
Education and Expertise
Joe Gomez studied Telecom Management and earned a Bachelor of Science degree. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience, particularly in project control principles, including detailed cost tracking, earned value analysis, and risk management. His expertise is further enhanced by his hands-on experience in roles such as lead cost engineer, planner, and program scheduler.
Motivation and Commitment to Renewable Energy
Joe Gomez is motivated by the opportunity to contribute to projects that address the world's need for renewable energy. His career choices reflect a commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions, particularly in the solar power sector. This dedication is evident in his roles at Leeward Renewable Energy and First Solar, where he has played a significant part in developing and managing renewable energy projects.