Choral singing
Jeane Nikolai
Executive Management
8 Suffering Lane, St. George's
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Director of Energy
Government Of Bermuda, Ministry Of Home Affairs
08.2009 - Current
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the Department's overall achievements.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
Facilities Manager
Government of Bermuda, Ministry of Education
05.2003 - 08.2009
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop capital improvement plans that aligned with organizational goals and budgets..
- Utilized benchmarking data to identify best practices in the educational facilities sector, leading continuous improvement initiatives with the facilities management team
- Oversaw facility renovations, ensuring ADA compliance where required and adherence to local building codes.
- Coordinated space planning efforts to optimize facility usage and accommodate changing business needs.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance plans and streamlining work order processes.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
Technical Officer, Architecture
Government of Bermuda, Ministry of Works and Engineering
04.2001 - 05.2003
- Collaborated with clients to refine design concepts based on their preferences, needs, and budget constraints.
- Supported overall project success through thorough research into emerging technologiesand integration into architectural designs when appropriate.
- Delivered high-quality technical drawings using AutoCAD and Revit software, ensuring accurate representation of architectural designs.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues across various disciplines to support collaborative working environments.
- Ensured compliance with local zoning laws, building codes, and regulations throughout project development stages.
- Improved project timelines with effective coordination of multidisciplinary teams during the design process.
Designer
Hamma Galleries, Bermuda
03.1999 - 04.2001
- Produced high-quality mockups for client approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
- Presented creative solutions to client challenges, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
Architectural Intern
Barker and Linberg Architects, Bermuda
08.1997 - 02.1999
- Assisted in the preparation of construction documents, ensuring accurate representation of design intent.
- Collaborated with project teams to develop design solutions for various building types and scales.
- Conducted site visits and documented existing conditions for use in project development.
- Managed multiple deadlines simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables for clients and supervisors.
Architectural Intern
Conyers and Associates Architects, Bermuda
02.1994 - 07.1997
- Assisted in the preparation of construction documents, ensuring accurate representation of design intent.
- Collaborated with project teams to develop design solutions for various building types and scales.
- Conducted site visits and documented existing conditions for use in project development.
- Gained proficiency in a wide range of software programs such as AutoCAD and MS Office Suite.
Education
Master of Architecture -
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA 09.1990 - 05.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Barnard College of Columbia University
New York, NY 09.1984 - 05.1988
Skills
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbalExcellence in public speaking, having dealt with media as well as in-house groups
Contract Management
Logistics Management
Staff Development
Project Management
Budget Control
Contract Negotiation
Speaking Engagements And Workshops
- Guest Faculty for the University of Florida's Public Utility Research Center/World Bank International Training Program on Utility Regulation and Strategy, June 2018
- Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum 2017- Miami FL- October 2017- Panelist
- Cayman Transitional Energy Conference- Grand Cayman, May 2017 - Panelist
- Platt's 17th Annual Caribbean Energy Conference- Dominican Republic, January 2017- Guest Speaker
- Bermuda Cabinet Steering Committee, October 2016- presentation on project governance and best-practices in large project procurement
- Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum 2016, Miami FL- October 2016- panelist on waste-to-energy
- Canada-Caribbean Renewables Investment Workshop, Halifax, NS- September 2016- panelist on policy and legislative development in Bermuda
- Bermuda Energy Summit, June 2016- panelist on legislative and regulatory development
- Greenrock Green Buildings Forum, July 2015- presentation on electricity rate cases in Bermuda
- Organization of Caribbean Utilities Regulators Conference- November 2014- Roseau, Dominica- presented on proxy comparators and comparative rates in the Latin American and Caribbean region
- United Nations Economic Committee for Latin America and the Caribbean- November 2013- Energy Efficiency and Conservation in the region- invited to contribute to a regional training manual in this workshop
- Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum- October 2013- Aruba- Invited speaker on the state of renewable energy development in Bermuda
- Greenrock Green Buildings Forum, September 2013 - Invited speaker on Building Rating Systems for Bermuda
- In the Know- Bermuda television talk show- invited guest speaking on efficiency and conservation in Bermuda
- Caribbean Electric Utility Service Corporation (CARILEC) - September 2012- Invited speaker on energy policy development in Bermuda
- Jamaica Power Summit - April 2012 - Kingston, Jamaica- invited speaker on renewable energy in Bermuda
- Barbados Power Summit- April 2012 - Bridgetown, Barbados- invited speaker on renewable energy in Bermuda and enabling rate structures
- In the Know- Bermuda television talk show guest- discussed the Energy White Paper 2011
- Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum- October 2011 - San Juan, Puerto Rico - invited panelist on waste-to-energy solutions for Bermuda
- Conference on Caribbean Renewable Energy Finance - May 2011 - Montego Bay, Jamaica- Keynote address
- Indoor Air Quality in our Schools- Bermuda Industrial Union- January 2007- conducted a workshop for industrial workers in Bermuda
Certification
Certified Facilities Manager
Interests
Cooking
Archery
Scuba Diving
Watercolour Painting
Timeline
Director of Energy
Government Of Bermuda, Ministry Of Home Affairs
08.2009 - Current
Certified Facilities Manager
04-2007
Stitt Feld Handy Certified Negotiator
06-2006
Facilities Manager
Government of Bermuda, Ministry of Education
05.2003 - 08.2009
Technical Officer, Architecture
Government of Bermuda, Ministry of Works and Engineering
04.2001 - 05.2003
Designer
Hamma Galleries, Bermuda
03.1999 - 04.2001
Architectural Intern
Barker and Linberg Architects, Bermuda
08.1997 - 02.1999
Architectural Intern
Conyers and Associates Architects, Bermuda
02.1994 - 07.1997
Master of Architecture -
University of Pennsylvania
09.1990 - 05.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Barnard College of Columbia University
09.1984 - 05.1988