Steve Gabbitas
Assistant Project Manager and Project Engineer
Years of Industry Experience: 8+
Steve Gabbitas serves as an Assistant Project Manager and Project Engineer at Faraday Microgrids, where he contributes to the successful execution of complex microgrid projects. His responsibilities include managing multimillion-dollar projects, coordinating with stakeholders, analyzing project data, and implementing strategic solutions to optimize outcomes. Steve’s keen attention to detail and analytical approach have been instrumental in driving cost efficiencies and ensuring project success.
Professional Background:
Steve brings a wealth of experience in renewable energy systems and project management. Before joining Faraday, he worked as a Solar Operations Lead at Infinity Energy, where he led a team to eliminate a one-year backlog by streamlining processes and improving cross-functional communication. His career began as a Solar Installation Technician at Vivint Solar, where he gained hands-on technical expertise by installing residential solar systems with a focus on quality and efficiency.
Education:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA), Boise State University (2023)
- GPA: 3.96
- Capstone Project: Delivered $20,000 in monthly cost savings for a national chain’s distribution center.
- Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, University of California, San Diego (2020)
- GPA: 3.83, Cum Laude & Provost Honors
Skills:
- Languages: Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish
- Technical Expertise: Microsoft Excel, Tableau Data Visualization, SQL, Hubspot CRM, MailChimp Email Marketing
Personal Attributes:
Steve is recognized for his leadership and communication skills, mentoring team members to achieve excellence and fostering cross-functional collaboration. His dedication to operational efficiency and his ability to deliver results make him a valuable asset to Faraday Microgrids.
Steve’s multilingual capabilities, technical acumen, and proven track record in renewable energy systems uniquely position him to drive the success of Faraday’s advanced microgrid projects.
Project Experience
Faraday Microgrids Projects
Managed four multimillion-dollar renewable energy microgrid initiatives, driving significant cost savings through strategic solutions and meticulous project coordination.
Infinity Energy Projects
Supervised a team and developed training materials, leading cross-functional collaboration to eliminate operational backlogs and enhance project efficiency.
Residential Solar Installations
Gained foundational expertise in solar energy systems at Vivint Solar by delivering high-quality installations with minimal callbacks.
