These four areas of service contribute to E&PM's mission of Building Value for Charlotte. Approximately 25 employees bring many years of experience, knowledge and skills in order to provide comprehensive service. Gina Shell serves as the Business Services Division Manager.
Contracting Services
The Contracting section is responsible for selecting and hiring the private consultants, contractors and other professionals needed to carry out E&P's business. They prepare the requests for qualifications (RFQ) and requests for proposals (RFP). City Council Agenda items and implementation of the City's Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program are also coordinated by this section. Please check back at a later date to find bid opportunities on-line.
Key contact: Bren Yett, 704-336-3633
Financial/Budget Services
This team prepares and administers the E&PM operating budgets, administration of payroll and benefits, human resources functions, accounts payable, revenue collection and other general services such as competition, privatization, and benchmarking.
Key contact: Ras Saucedo, 704-336-4557
Information Services
The Information Services team is responsible for the installation and operation of hardware, software, database management and support for E&PM business applications such as Kiva, Primavera, Computer Assisted Design (CAD) and Web applications.
Key contact: Tom Calhoun, 704-336-2946
Safety Services
E&PM's safety officer, Jim Emmons, administers the key business unit's Safety & Health Programs. He provides technical services such as safety program development, training, and evaluation. The safety officer also serves as the liaison between E&PM and North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in safety issues.
Key contact: Jim Emmons, 704-336-7275
