Armen Petrosyan

About the Candidate

ARMEN PETROSYAN
605 – 570 LAURIER AVENUE W., OTTAWA ON, K1R 1C8, CANADA
Telephone: [613] 263-2487
E-mail: armen.ptrsn@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/8/17a/b19

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

• Strategic thinker with over 20 years of experience in real estate services, facility management, and renewable energy projects.
• Proven track record in client relationship management, vendor management, and project delivery.
• Strong leader with a focus on process improvement, team development, and achieving corporate objectives.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

General Director

Energy Invest Holding CJSC, Yerevan, Armenia
April 2016 – June 2024

• Managed a diverse portfolio, including renewable energy projects, vocational training, and hospitality.
• Directed operations and service delivery across multiple sectors, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and client expectations.
• Collaborated with vendors and contractors to optimize performance and improve service delivery.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully led the construction and commissioning of Armenia’s first utility-scale solar power plant (434.7 kW), driving innovation and sustainability.
• Managed the feasibility study for the Shnogh Hydro Electric Project (124 MW), involving international consultants and financial institutions.
• Oversaw the construction of the Kamsar Hotel and Training Center, including vendor management, procurement, and staff development.

Director of Business Services

American University of Armenia, Yerevan, Armenia
April 2012 – April 2016

• Directed non-academic services, including facility management, special events, and auxiliary enterprises.
  Developed and implemented service delivery processes, ensuring compliance with quality standards and client satisfaction.
• Managed vendor relationships, including contract negotiations, performance monitoring, and compliance management.

Key Achievements:

• Outsourced key university services, including cafeteria and hotel operations, significantly increasing revenue and improving service quality.
• Coordinated logistics for high-profile international conferences, ensuring exceptional client experiences and seamless operations.

Associate Director of Administrative Services

American University of Armenia, Yerevan, Armenia
August 1995 – April 2012

• Managed faculty and office services, including health clinics, food services, and special events.
• Oversaw facility rentals and marketing campaigns, increasing occupancy and revenue.
• Led compliance audits and field inspections to ensure regulatory standards and client requirements were met.

Key Achievements:

• Improved operational efficiency and reduced costs by implementing quality assurance systems across various services.
• Successfully developed and implemented marketing strategies that boosted the university’s rental income and food service revenue.

Advisor to the General Director on Strategic Development

Dzoraget Hydro LLC, Yerevan, Armenia
July 2023 – June 2024

• Advised on strategic development and performance management, focusing on process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Conducted in-depth analysis of energy market trends and regulatory changes, aligning company strategy with industry best practices.

EDUCATION

• Master of Comparative Legal Studies
  American University of Armenia, Yerevan, Armenia
• Master of Business Administration
  American University of Armenia, Yerevan, Armenia
• System Programmer
  Armenian State Engineering University, Yerevan, Armenia

TRAINING

• Train-the-Trainer, University College London’s Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources
• Project Management Essentials, American University Extension Program
• E-Marketing, American University Extension Program

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, and real estate management software.

LANGUAGES

• Fluent in Armenian, Russian, and English (IELTS overall band score of 8.0)
• Proficient in French (B1.2 level)