William Kolbuk
Renewable Energy Development Manager @RWE
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WORK HISTORY
Renewable Energy Development Manager @RWE
Chicago, IL, US
DEVELOPMENT:Manage the development of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects with RWE Clean Energy\'s Central Development Region
EDUCATION
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering-Structural Emphasis
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Concentrations: Strategic, Operations, General, and Marketing Management; Finance
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Master's degree, Structural Engineering
ABOUT WILLIAM KOLBUK
I am an MBA graduate and Renewable Energy Development Manager in the power and energy industry. I am passionate about constructing utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects for the power grid. I work with teams made up of both internal and external stakeholders to bring projects from initial concept through construction.Previously, I worked at Sargent and Lundy (S&L), a global leader in power and energy with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, and nuclear/fossil power. I managed cross-functional engineering teams with an eye towards seamless execution and professional growth for team members, and I leveraged my quantitative and industry background to inform decisions. Utilizing my 12+ years of experience in the power and energy field, I developed innovative solutions using cutting-edge technologies to help answer my clients’ biggest questions.Key Strengths:Deep Energy Expertise [General] – experience with generation, utility, and green energy/battery storage developer operations as well as regulatory requirements for projects. Knowledge of different regional transmission organizations (RTO) and independent system operators (ISO) throughout the U.S.Technical and Commercial Instincts [S&L] – managed cross-functional teams across various engineering disciplines including electrical, structural, and civil; monitored project completion versus budget to ensure profitability Operational Excellence [S&L] – established new processes to improve efficiency in design, decrease errors, provide consistent deliverables to the client, and ensure the preservation of institutional knowledgeAdaptability [S&L] – first structural engineer in history of group to shift to Responsible Engineer role (Project Manager); stepped into business development role normally reserved for senior leadership
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