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Eric McDonald
Sr. Director at NextEnergy and Certified Energy Manager
Eric McDonald is a seasoned professional in the energy and construction industry, currently serving as the Chief Technologist at NextEnergy in Detroit, Michigan.1 With over 20 years of experience in managing construction projects, he has established himself as an expert in energy management and sustainable building practices.
Professional Qualifications
Eric holds two significant certifications:
These certifications demonstrate his expertise in energy efficiency and sustainable building design.
Career Highlights
Current Role: At NextEnergy, Eric is responsible for overseeing all infrastructure operations and projects as the Chief Technologist.2 His duties include:
- Developing infrastructure for alternative energy and distributed energy projects
- Creating estimates and budgets for facility and infrastructure upgrades
- Implementing plans to demonstrate commercialization of product innovations
- Assisting organizations in increasing energy efficiency of assets and properties1
Previous Experience: Eric's career spans various roles in the construction and energy sectors:
- Senior Project Superintendent at Barton Malow Company (2005-2009)
- Project Superintendent at Skanska USA Building Inc. (2000-2005)
- Construction Manager at Grandmont Rosedale Development Corp. (1998-2000)
- Building Inspector for Canton Township and City of Detroit
- Civil Construction Inspector at University of Michigan Facilities Planning & Design1
Expertise
Eric specializes in:
- Managing construction projects across commercial, educational, industrial, civil, and environmental sectors
- Utilizing scheduling software like Primavera
- Working with CAD software including Revit, AutoCAD, and MicroStation
- Implementing various construction delivery methods such as construction management, general contracting, design-build, and owner's representation1
His extensive experience and technical skills make Eric McDonald a valuable asset in the field of sustainable energy and infrastructure development.
