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Milton Russell

Milton Russell

Nassau,The Bahamas

Summary

Dynamic engineering consultant with extensive expertise at Bahamas Electricity Corporation, specializing in project management and energy optimization.

Overview

51
51
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineering Consultant

NA Enterprises
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
01.2000 - 07.2025
  • Supervised subcontractors across diverse skills and disciplines.
  • Developed business plans from 2015 to present.
  • Constructed fuel storage facilities for BEC in Driggs Hill, South Andros.
  • Rehabilitated bulk fuel storage facilities for Texaco in Treasure Cay, Abaco.
  • Executed rehabilitation of bulk fuel storage facilities for Esso S.A. Ltd in Murphy Town, Abaco.
  • Completed rehabilitation of bulk fuel storage facilities for BEC in Betsy Bay, Mayaguana.
  • Managed roadworks budget preparation for Dignity Gardens Subdivision development in Nassau.
  • Coordinated roadworks budget preparation for Pride Estates and Acklins & Crooked Islands.

Senior Manager-Energy Supply Division

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
05.1998 - 05.2000
  • Executed development and negotiation of bulk fuel contracts.
  • Facilitated negotiation of bulk lubricating oils and greases contracts.
  • Managed procurement processes for bulk fuel and lubricating oils.
  • Conducted assessments of power plant operations across all locations.
  • Recommended replacements for outdated and inefficient generating plants.
  • Calculated and adjusted fuel costs and surcharges to optimize expenditures.
  • Advised committee on enhancing operational efficiency of generating power plants.

Station Manager-BEC Blue Hills Power Station

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
01.1994 - 01.1998
  • Managed oversight of Operations, Mechanical Maintenance, Electrical Maintenance, and Buildings & Grounds Services Departments.
  • Directed all new plant installations as Project Manager, ensuring timely completion.
  • Reviewed and upgraded staff retirement policies to enhance employee transitions.
  • Chaired negotiations with Trade Unions to address workforce concerns.
  • Oversaw staff welfare and training initiatives for subordinate employees.
  • Reviewed budgets across all departments for fiscal management.
  • Instituted safety policies to maintain a secure working environment.
  • Ensured safe, efficient operations of generating plant.

Mechanical Maintenance Manager-BEC Blue Hills Power Station

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
01.1990 - 01.1994
  • Directed Mechanical Maintenance Department, ensuring strict adherence to maintenance policies.
  • Oversaw staff training and welfare programs for Mechanical Maintenance team.
  • Managed Building Services section, optimizing operational efficiency across all units.
  • Coordinated scheduling of routine and major overhauls for Gas Turbine, Steam, and Diesel plants.
  • Advised on equipment upgrades and replacements to improve overall plant performance.
  • Prepared annual budgets for comprehensive maintenance activities across facilities.

Senior Operations Engineer

Texaco Bahamas Ltd (now Rubis)
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
01.1988 - 01.1990
  • Planned and developed new bulk fuel storage facilities to enhance operational capacity.
  • Designed and constructed new service station facilities for improved customer access.
  • Rehabilitated existing fuel bulk storage and service station facilities for optimal performance.
  • Trained Operations department staff to improve efficiency and safety compliance.
  • Implemented safety procedures to minimize risk and ensure regulatory adherence.

Chief Engineer

Commonwealth Brewery Ltd
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
01.1986 - 01.1988
  • Oversaw installation of site drainage, sewerage, and potable water facilities.
  • Commissioned Brewery facilities and managed start-up processes.
  • Supervised all Brewery facilities, including electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and wastewater systems.
  • Managed production processes alongside warehouse and laboratory operations.
  • Focused oversight on refrigeration/HVAC systems and 75k GPD R.O. Plant.
  • Conducted staff training and development programs to enhance skills.
  • Installed new facilities to improve operational capabilities.
  • Procured spare parts and replaced machinery as necessary.

Operations Manager Designate

Esso Standard Oil S.A. Ltd (now SOL)
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
01.1984 - 01.1986
  • Executed planning and development of new bulk fuel storage facilities.
  • Directed planning and development of new service station facilities.
  • Rehabilitated existing fuel bulk storage and service station facilities.
  • Facilitated training and development programs for Operations department staff.
  • Established safety procedures to enhance operational compliance.

Manager, Projects Engineering-Family Islands Division

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
01.1981 - 01.1984
  • Directed design and planning processes for new power stations and facilities.
  • Managed civil, mechanical, and electrical installations across all new power stations.
  • Oversaw installation of new power generating plants to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Supervised installation of building services, including HVAC, sewerage, and potable systems.
  • Coordinated staff and subcontractors for efficient execution of plant installations and civil works.
  • Provided general oversight of all building services to maintain operational integrity.

Station Manager-Clifton Power Station

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
01.1978 - 01.1981
  • Oversight and management of the plant Operations Department
  • Oversight and management of the Mechanical Maintenance Department
  • Oversight and management of the Electrical Maintenance Department
  • Oversight and management of the Buildings & Grounds Services Department
  • Oversight as Project Manager for all new plant installation at the site
  • Review and upgrade of policies related to staff retirement through attrition
  • Chair all in-house Trade Union negotiations
  • Staff welfare and training matters for all subordinate staff
  • Review of budgets for each fiscal year from all Departments
  • Institution of policies to create a safe working environment
  • Ensure safe and efficient operations of generating plant

Assistant Station Manager-Clifton Pier Power Station

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
01.1976 - 01.1978
  • Oversaw Mechanical Maintenance Department operations and policy implementation.
  • Directed training and welfare programs for all Mechanical Maintenance staff.
  • Managed Building Services section to ensure effective facility operations.
  • Predicted, downloaded, and scheduled major and routine overhauls for generating plants.
  • Advised on equipment upgrades and replacements to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Prepared annual budgets for plant maintenance activities, ensuring fiscal responsibility.

Engineer-In-Training

Bahamas Electricity Corporation
The Bahamas, The Bahamas
08.1974 - 07.1976
  • Completed four-month training in gas turbine generator manufacturing at John Brown Engineering in Clydebank, Scotland.
  • Acquired hands-on experience during six-month training at Central Electricity Generating Board in Northeast England.
  • Participated in 18-month engineering orientation program at Bahamas Electricity Corporation for graduate engineers.

Education

Business Management Policies - Bahamas

College of The Bahamas
Bahamas
01.1995

Teaming For Excellent Performance -

Casset Institute
01.1992

Industrial Hygiene - U.S.

Texas A&M University
U.S.
01.1986

MBA - Miami, Fla.

University of Miami
Miami, Fla.
06-1983

Associate of Applied Science - London, U.K.

Southeast London Polytechnic
London, U.K.
08-1974

Associate of Science - Kingston, Jamaica

University of The West Indies
Kingston, Jamaica
06-1971

Skills

  • Engineering services and project management
  • Energy management
  • Construction and contract management
  • Customer service and support
  • Team building
  • Contract negotiations
  • Business planning
  • Marketing strategies
  • Microsoft Office suite

Languages

English
Native
Native
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
C1

Certification

Milton Cecil Russell Sr, MBA, P.E., 06/12/25

Affiliations

Bahamas Professional Engineers Board-non financial status

Professional Experience

52 Years

Skills Competency

  • Engineering Services (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Power generation)
  • Energy Management
  • Project Management
  • Construction Management
  • Contract Management Services
  • Customer Service
  • KASET USA; Team Building Programs (Morale, Communication & Performance, Customer Relations)
  • Contract Negotiations (Industrial & Equipment Procurement)
  • Business Plans Development
  • Marketing
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Publishing, WIN Project

Education Other Training

  • University of The West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica, Natural Sciences, 09/01/69 - 06/30/71
  • Southeast London Polytechnic, London, U.K., HND Mech. Eng., 09/01/71 - 06/30/74
  • University of Miami, Miami, Fla., MBA, 09/01/80 - 06/30/83
  • Texas A&M University, Industrial Hygiene, 09/01/85 - 06/30/86
  • Casset Institute, Teaming For Excellent Performance, 09/01/91 - 06/30/92
  • College of The Bahamas, Business Management Policies, 09/01/94 - 06/30/95
  • Financial management & Budgeting, Ongoing
  • Construction Management & Design, Ongoing

Languages

  • English, Spoken & Native Language
  • Spanish, Reading/writing/conversational

Key Qualifications

  • 01/01/00, Present, NA Enterprises-Engineering Consultant, Development of Business plans, 01/01/15 - Present, Construction of fuel storage facilities for BEC, Driggs Hill, South Andros, Rehabilitation of Bulk fuel storage facilities, Texaco, Treasure Cay, Abaco, Bahamas, Rehabilitation of Bulk fuel storage facilities, Esso S.A. Ltd, Murphy Town, Abaco, Bahamas, Rehabilitation of Bulk fuel storage facilities, BEC, Betsy Bay, Mayaguana, Bahamas, Rehabilitation of Bulk fuel storage facilities, BEC, Nicholls Town, Andros, Bahamas, Roadworks Budget Prep., Dignity Gardens Subdivision development-Nassau, Bahamas, Roadworks Budget Prep., Pride Estates Subdivision development-Nassau, Bahamas, Roadworks Budget Prep., Acklins & Crooked Islands, Bahamas, Fuel pipeline diversion, Albany Resorts, Nassau Bahamas, Construction of Bulk Fuel storage facilities, BEC, Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas, MEP engineering consultant, PHA Critical Block, Nassau Bahamas, Dismantling and removal of No. 2 Gas Turbine Generator, BEC, Nassau Bahamas, Engineering Consultant and ER, North Abaco Port Project, Bahamas Government, 12/31/15
  • 01/01/98, 12/31/00, Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL), Senior Manager-Energy Supply Division, Bulk Fuel contracts development and negotiation, Bulk lubricating oils/greases contracts development and negotiation, Bulk fuel and lubricating oils/greases procurement and purchases, Generating power plant assessment for efficient operations, all plant locations, Recommendation for replacement of outdated/inefficient generating plant, Fuel costs and fuel surcharge calculations and adjustments, Advisory Committee on efficient operations of generating power plant
  • 01/01/94, 12/31/98, Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL), Station Manager-BEC Blue Hills Power Station, Oversight and management of the plant Operations Department, Oversight and management of the Mechanical Maintenance Department, Oversight and management of the Electrical Maintenance Department, Oversight and management of the Buildings & Grounds Services Department, Oversight as Project Manager for all new plant installation at the site, Review and upgrade of policies related to staff retirement through attrition, Chair all “In house” Trade Union negotiations, Staff welfare and training matters for all subordinate staff, Review of budgets for each fiscal year from all Departments, Institution of policies to create a safe working environment, Ensure safe and efficient operations of generating plant
  • 01/01/90, 12/31/94, Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL), Mechanical Maintenance Manager-BEC Blue Hills Power Station, Manage the Mechanical maintenance Department, Oversight and institution of all mechanical maintenance policies, Oversight of all Mechanical Maintenance staff welfare and training, Manage the Building Services section, Predict, download and schedule Gas Turbine, Steam and Diesel generating plant for routine/major overhauls and servicing, Advise on equipment upgrade and/or replacement, Prepare annual budgets for plant maintenance
  • 01/01/88, 12/31/90, Texaco Bahamas Ltd (now Rubis), Senior Operations Engineer, Planning and development of new bulk fuel storage facilities, Planning and development of new service station facilities, Rehabilitation of fuel bulk storage and service station facilities, Training and development of staff in the Operations department, Safety procedures
  • 01/01/86, 12/31/88, Commonwealth Brewery Ltd, Chief Engineer, Oversight of the installation of site drainage, sewerage and potable water facilities, Commissioning and start-up of the Brewery facilities, Oversight of all facilities at the Brewery, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, building services, completion of civil construction, and wastewater facilities (Sedimentation, Clarification etc.), Assist with management of the production process, warehouse and laboratory, Oversight (with particular emphasis) of the refrigeration/HVAC facilities & R.O. Plant, 75k GPD, Staff training and development, Installation of new facilities, Procurement of all spares and replacement of machinery as required, Staff welfare oversight
  • 01/01/84, 12/31/86, Esso Standard Oil S.A. Ltd (now SOL), Operations Manager Designate, Planning and development of new bulk fuel storage facilities, Planning and development of new service station facilities, Rehabilitation of fuel bulk storage and service station facilities, Training and development of staff in the Operations department, Safety procedures
  • 01/01/81, 12/31/84, Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL), Manager, Projects Engineering-Family Islands Division, Manage the Design and planning of new power stations and facilities, Manage the civil, mechanical and electrical installation of all new power stations, Oversee the installation of new power generating plant, Manage the installation of all new building services, HVAC, sewerage and potable, Oversee and direct staff/subcontractors carrying out plant installations and civil works, General oversight of all building services
  • 01/01/78, 12/31/81, Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL), Station Manager-Clifton Power Station, Oversight and management of the plant Operations Department, Oversight and management of the Mechanical Maintenance Department, Oversight and management of the Electrical Maintenance Department, Oversight and management of the Buildings & Grounds Services Department, Oversight as Project Manager for all new plant installation at the site, Review and upgrade of policies related to staff retirement through attrition, Chair all in-house Trade Union negotiations, Staff welfare and training matters for all subordinate staff, Review of budgets for each fiscal year from all Departments, Institution of policies to create a safe working environment, Ensure safe and efficient operations of generating plant
  • 01/01/76, 12/31/78, Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL), Assistant Station Manager-Clifton Pier Power Station, Manage the Mechanical maintenance Department, Oversight and institution of all mechanical maintenance policies, Oversight of all Mechanical Maintenance staff welfare and training, Manage the Building Services section, Predict, download and schedule all generating plant for major/routine overhauls, Advise on equipment upgrade and/or replacement, Prepare annual budgets for plant maintenance
  • 01/01/74, 12/31/76, Bahamas Electricity Corporation, Engineer-In-Training, Trained at John Brown Engineering, Strathclyde, Clydebank, Scotland, U.K., 4 months, Gas Turbine generators manufacture, Trained at the Central Electricity Generating Board, N.E. Region, Leeds, U.K., 6 months, trained at various generating power plants in Northeast England, Engineering orientation program at Bahamas Electricity Corporation, 18 months, Attended BEC’s in-house orientation program for graduate engineers

Personal Information

  • Age: 76
  • Title: Mechanical Engineer
  • Date of Birth: 02/18/49
  • Nationality: Citizen Of the Bahamas
  • Marital Status: Single (Widowed)

Timeline

Engineering Consultant

NA Enterprises
01.2000 - 07.2025

Senior Manager-Energy Supply Division

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
05.1998 - 05.2000

Station Manager-BEC Blue Hills Power Station

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
01.1994 - 01.1998

Mechanical Maintenance Manager-BEC Blue Hills Power Station

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
01.1990 - 01.1994

Senior Operations Engineer

Texaco Bahamas Ltd (now Rubis)
01.1988 - 01.1990

Chief Engineer

Commonwealth Brewery Ltd
01.1986 - 01.1988

Operations Manager Designate

Esso Standard Oil S.A. Ltd (now SOL)
01.1984 - 01.1986

Manager, Projects Engineering-Family Islands Division

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
01.1981 - 01.1984

Station Manager-Clifton Power Station

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
01.1978 - 01.1981

Assistant Station Manager-Clifton Pier Power Station

Bahamas Electricity Corporation (now BPL)
01.1976 - 01.1978

Engineer-In-Training

Bahamas Electricity Corporation
08.1974 - 07.1976

Business Management Policies - Bahamas

College of The Bahamas

Teaming For Excellent Performance -

Casset Institute

Industrial Hygiene - U.S.

Texas A&M University

MBA - Miami, Fla.

University of Miami

Associate of Applied Science - London, U.K.

Southeast London Polytechnic

Associate of Science - Kingston, Jamaica

University of The West Indies
Milton Russell