Chris Berg has over 10 years of experience in solar energy project management and operations management. He has overseen the successful completion of over 700 residential and commercial PV systems totaling more than 6 MW across multiple states and countries. Currently he is the Operations Manager at Independent Power Systems where he oversees operations, installation staff, budgets, and business development. He holds an NABCEP certification and various Sunpower University certificates.

1. Chris Berg
371 Tynan Drive, Erie, CO 80516
303-565-6391
cdbsolar@gmail.com
Experience
Independent Power Systems-Boulder, CO
Operations Manger February 2011-Present
• Oversee Operations and Installation staff of up to 18 employees
• Manage $5-10 million company budget
• Manage installation schedule, customer expectations, contracts, cash flow and
material procurement
• Collaboratively work with President on business development
• Recruit, hire and train new employees
• Conduct employee reviews
• Create and implement company processes and policies
Project Manager August 2009-Present
• Serve as primary point of contact with customers post-sale
• Manage system design, permitting, installation, inspection, commissioning, job
cost accounting and as-built information
• Overseen successful completion of over 700 residential and commercial PV
systems; totaling more than 6 MW in 4 states, 3 countries and over 40 AHJs
• Experience with grid-tied, battery back-up and off-grid systems
• Experience with roof mounts, ground mounts, TPM, dual axis trackers,
mechanically attached and ballasted systems
• Possess strong working knowledge of NEC
• Constantly improving installation best practices as technology changes and
improves
Installer/Electrical Apprentice June 2008-July 2009
• Installed residential and commercial PV systems while working under Master and
Journeyman Electricians.
• Experienced in wiring methods, racking installation and BOS equipment
Collegiate Painters-Boulder, CO
South Denver Branch Manager November 2005-December 2007
• Generated leads, estimated jobs, converted leads into sales, tracked accounts
payable/receivable and the hired and trained new employees

2. Crew Leader March 2000-October 2005
• Directed crew in daily tasks, recorded hours worked and ensured jobs were
completed neatly and on budget
Education
Ohio University
BA English
Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate
Solar Certifications
NABCEP PV Installation Professional
• Certification #091110-05
Sunpower University Certificates
• Master Level Designer (pending)
• Advanced Level Designer
• Advanced Level Installer
• Associate Level Designer
• Associate Level Installer
OSHA
• Renewable Energy Safety Certificate
• OSHA 10 Hour
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Intuit QuickBooks, Salesforce