Jennifer Moore

Substation Upgrade

Substation Upgrade & Expansion-Project Engineering Oversight

The Mesa PMO team had the opportunity of managing the project engineering of a $55 million project that achieved significant milestones across its substation, line, and communications components, marking notable advancements in enhancing delivery and reliability for the client. A key to success was the incorporation of advanced technologies such as substation automation and SCADA […]

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Process vs. Action: Why the Right Language Matters in Project Management

Are you using “action” when you really mean “process”?  It might seem like a small distinction, but in project management, precision in language is key to driving clarity, efficiency, and execution. What you are trying to convey and what your audience thinks you mean can result in divergent paths  So, what’s the difference?  Action is a

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Spotlight: Shana Bullock on Daring to Lead

Project management is more than just tracking deliverables and meeting deadlines. It’s about leadership, resilience, and creating an environment where teams feel supported and empowered.  For Shana Bullock, stepping into project management was never part of the plan. Leadership felt daunting, especially when making tough decisions and navigating difficult conversations. Over time, she realized that

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Project Engineering – Fiber Optic Installation

Fiber Optic Cable Projects represent innovation by offering high bandwidth communication, unparalleled reliability, and secure data transmission. The Mesa PMO Team is currently working with a large Midwest Utility Company to enhance the security and reliability of the communications network through underground fiber optic installation. Due to the detailed installation, meticulous planning, geotechnical testing, foundation

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Systems Over Stress: The Key to a High-Functioning PMO

Last time, we explored why PMOs struggle: fighting fires, chasing documentation, and constantly being reactive. But what if we flipped the script? What if we built a system where projects run smoothly, documentation is easy to find, and teams executive with clarity? Here’s How We’re Strengthening Our PMO: By implementing structured systems, we’re reducing project delays,

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Edwardsville Training

Empowering Our Team: Insights from IEC61850, GOOSE Messaging, and Digital Substation Training

Ten associates from our Edwardsville, KC, and Chattanooga offices recently completed IEC61850, GOOSE messaging, and Digital Substation Design Training in Nashville, TN.  The PDS (Substation) associates that attended represented a mix of Testing and Commissioning Engineers, System Protection Engineers, P&C Engineers and Project Managers, and Program Managers. During the training, team members discussed the benefits

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Is your current maintenance schedule primarily time-based?

A good Asset Management program requires some time-based activities, such as filter changes and lubrication events. The challenge is in performing scheduled maintenance activities on time to keep a low-risk profile. Skipping or deferring maintenance items will increase problems over time. In Hydro Generation, if air cooler fouling is left untreated, daily operations can be

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