John Abrera

About John Abrera

Design and implementation of Big Data Platform and IOT (Internet-Of-Things) solutions for water and wastewater utility sector and industrial environments. Includes both the pilot testing and final implementation of solutions, including device and data platform deployment. Also includes the implementation of cloud solutions to support IOT, as well as interfaces for data storage/aggregation/analysis. Implementation of predictive analytics in Operations and Maintenance for utilities.Collaboration with manufacturers of sensors and communications devices for implementation of Internet of Things solutions for internal operations and clients.Involved in Smart Utilities and Smart Cities initiatives for implementation of IOT solutions.Implementation and Operation of IT Infrastructure and Applications that included Finance/Accounting, Revenue, Public Works, Community Development, Court and Public Safety (Police and Fire).Management of more than 65 union personnel in maintenance of treatment and pumping facilities.Management of more than 50 personnel in Information Technology at a regulated water utility operating in 17 states.Management of Customer Service for municipal operations operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with a monthly call volume of calls.Specialties: Big Data Platform, Utility Operations, IOT (Internet Of Things), Information Technology Management for Utilities, Municipalities and County Agencies.Environmental Compliance expertise in the Operational area of Industrial Pretreatment, Laboratory Analysis related to Water and WastewaterComputerized Maintenance Management with expertise in Infor Datastream, Maximo, Maintenance Connection, Lucity, Cartegraph, Infor Hansen, Avantis Pro and CityworksAsset Management with experience in municipal public works assetsExpertise in Utility Billing of more than accounts

Experience

1. Vice President - Operational Analytics Leader

   Stantec

   Nov 2021 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Defining, developing and implementing operational analytics using AI/ML in support of water and wastewater utility operations, maintenance and engineering. This includes the development and use of predictive analytics to solve specific issues or create efficiencies. Work with utilities, companies and agencies to help define the business case for implementation of solutions. Provide oversight on projects for implementation of these technical solutions.

Education

• University of Southern California

  BS, Engineering

  1980 — 1984

Skills

• Stormwater Management
• Accounting
• Maximo
• Environmental Awareness
• Water Treatment
• Wastewater Treatment
• Civil Engineering
• Facilities Management
• Contract Management
• Management
• Water
• Environmental Compliance