JOHNNIE CHRISTOPHERSON
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CONSTRUCTION MANAGER ● PROJECT MANAGER
Goal-oriented Project Manager adept at ensuring details are attended to in a timely manner, such as determining production schedule, acquiring all permits, and ensuring compliance with all levels of regulation, including environmental requirements for renewable resource projects. Cost-focused Project Engineer expert in contract management, negotiating and evaluating bids with finesse, and assessing project life-cycle for maximum cost savings. Authoritative Supervisory Engineer with thorough monitoring throughout project for swift issue resolution and crucial quality assurance.
Areas of expertise:
Project / Program Management Facilities Programming New Capital Planning & Construction Funds Management Project Phasing & Scope Development Project / Design Engineering Design & Construction Criteria Energy Conservation /Efficiencies Site Investigations / Surveys Hazardous / Toxic Waste Evaluation / Remediation Soils Testing Arctic Engineering Logistics Liaison Change Orders Cost Estimates Material Control Design-Build Annual Budget Technical Support Value Engineering Alternatives & Change Proposals Final Inspection Renovation / Repair / Maintenance Performance Evaluation Civil / Structural Engineering Electrical / Mechanical Engineering Microsoft Project Primavera AutoCAD
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CEMS Inc Walla Walla, WA 2017-2018
CHRISTOPHERSON ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC.
Engineering Support
Provided engineering support as requested by MSA Engineering Manager. Approved eBOM (electronic Bills of Material) for MSA activities on the Hanford Site. Developed Management Assessments for Configuration Control, Training Procedures. Reviewed Facility Modification Packages for construction operations. Reviewed and coordinated resolution of IIFs. Prepared Statements of Work and engineering specifications for contract support of construction, inspections, and Engineering Support projects, and submitted for award through Asset Suites Program. Coordinated technical requirements with other engineering support groups to ensure all requirements were identified in contract Scopes of Work. Tracked and managed all Blanket Master Agreements (BMA) and RFP contracts for vendor submittals, reviews, and approval of vendor submittals. Designated as Buyers Technical Representative (BTR). Preformed weekly conference calls to review progress of vendor activities and provided guidance on construction activities, mitigating design problem and schedule delays. Developed and coordinated with functional engineering groups, functional and requirements documents, and functional design criteria documents. Performed Site Inspections for new projects being contracted to vendors and acceptance inspections of completed projects. Developed Preventative Maintenance Procedures, updated Operational Procedures as required for changing needs of the organization.
RCECM, Richland, WA 2017-2017
Engineering Support
Provided engineering support as requested by MSA Engineering Manager. Approved eBOM (electronic Bills of Material) for MSA activities on the Hanford Site. Developed Management Assessments for Configuration Control, Training Procedures. Reviewed Facility Modification Packages for construction operations. Reviewed and coordinated resolution of IIFs. Prepared Statements of Work and engineering specifications for contract support of construction, inspections, and Engineering Support projects, and submitted for award through Asset Suites Program. Coordinated technical requirements with other engineering support groups to ensure all requirements were identified in contract Scopes of Work. Tracked and managed all Blanket Master Agreements (BMA) and RFP contracts for
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vendor submittals, reviews, and approval of vendor submittals. Designated as Buyers Technical Representative (BTR). Preformed weekly conference calls to review progress of vendor activities and provided guidance on
construction activities, mitigating design problem and schedule delays. Developed and coordinated with functional engineering groups, functional and requirements documents, and functional design criteria documents. Performed Site Inspections for new projects being contracted to vendors and acceptance inspections of completed projects. Developed Preventative Maintenance Procedures, updated Operational Procedures as required for changing needs of the organization.
BECHTEL NATIONAL, INC, Richland, WA 2014-2016
Senior Engineer
Served as Senior Engineer on the River Protection Project-Waste Treatment Plant in the HLW Mechanical Systems Engineering Group. Prepared and Reviewed Engineering Calculations, P&IDs, Isometrics, and support other design activities as requested.
CEMS, INC., Walla Walla, Washington 2008-2012
CHRISTOPHERSON ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC.
Project Management and Construction Management firm. (Inactive 2012 to 2017)
Project Manager
Serve as Project Manager / Construction Manager on 5-year Bonneville Power Administration project to construct Energy Conservation / Efficiency projects at Bangor Sub-base. Act as Construction Site Representative to liaise with Navy personnel and sub-contractors in developing design and constructing multiple projects, including boiler controls and HVAC direct digital control systems. Research wind power at numerous locations to determine renewal energy resources. Review and approve designs for construction. Supervise construction, approving changes and processing invoices for payment. Release completed projects to Navy.
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SRI TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Randle, Washington 2005-2008
Technical Support enterprise
Project Manager (Contract)
Oversaw installation of 125,000 lb/hr boiler and 4 double-track drying kilns at Hampton Mills in Randle, Washington. Monitored project from concept start. Developed site. Selected boiler manufacturer, kiln manufacturer, support facilities and utilities. Obtained permits from Lewis’ County building department. Teamed with Amgen Pharmaceutical in facilities group to develop “life safety” projects in production area and facilities. Designed, developed and built lab renovations for research departments. Met medical gases, water, drainage and HVAC requirements to ensure a fully functioning research lab.
AMERESCO, Anchorage, Alaska & Bremerton, Washington 2003-2005
Largest independent energy services company in North America, serving government, healthcare, public and education sectors with cost-saving energy management, efficiencies and solutions.
Project Manager
Managed energy conservation projects in Alaska and Washington, serving as Contractor. Oversaw supply side of energy purchasing and power production. Directed boiler installation, lighting retrofits, water conservation and overall utility savings.
Management Accomplishments:
• Managed $50M de-centralization project of Elmendorf AFB, AK Central Heat and Power Plant, recruiting Design firms and negotiating with Design teams to solve issues and shorten schedule, and fulfilling Design-Build project (130 facilities with 21 month schedule) early to save $5M+.
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• Demolished central plant of IAII military facilities, and installed individual boiler plants, natural gas lines to facilities, and a new electrical sub-station, and negotiated Engineering and Sub-contractor contracts for equipment design / installation and deactivated facilities demolition.
• Directed Washington’s Northgate Mall installation of 4 boilers.
• Fulfilled Shoreline School’s execution of multiple ECMs of 8 boilers in 4 schools, retrofit lighting in 21 facilities, low water usage valves / fixtures retrofit plumbing, and occupancy sensors / economizers. Developed project scope and negotiated design with Design Engineers. Initiated/ evaluated electrical / mechanical sub-contractor bids, managed contracts / change orders & conducted final inspections. Measured pre- / post-installation consumption to confirm savings.
RAFN COMPANY, Puget Sound, Washington 2001-2003
Leading commercial general contractor in sustainable building industry in Puget Sound area.
Project Engineer
Directed technical support and management of multiple projects. Processed submittals, changed orders, and designed changes. Oversaw material take-offs / buy-out, equipment rental, evaluation plans and specifications for constructability, technical adequacy, Value Engineering alternatives, and Quality Assurance inspections. Liaised with Sub-contractors and suppliers on issue resolution. Determined cost estimates for change orders. Assessed project alternatives and Value-Engineering.
ASCG INSPECTIONS, INC., Anchorage, Alaska 2000-2000
Provides Non-Destructive inspection services to oil and chemical companies.
Project Manager
Managed Non-Destructive Testing Contract with BP for Prudhoe Bay facilities. Directed Field Technicians. Assessed project resource requirements. Developed project plans to implement Contract Scope of Work / AFE projects. Liaised /served as POC for client representatives, support contractors, vendors & other agents. Marketed Non-Destructive Evaluations throughout oil industry.
UNITED STATES NAVY, ARMY AND AIR FORCE
Supervisory Mechanical Engineer (Navy) 1989-1999
Prepared program plans & annual budgets. Determined program implementation goals /objectives. Directed Production Control staff for Torpedo Maintenance Department. Estimated costs, scheduled production and defined material control / logistics requirements for Depot Repair of 3 major torpedo programs and multiple R&D projects. Coordinated facility requirements, personnel and equipment resources. Led development and review of Sponsor’s overall program schedule for Navy Torpedo Depot maintenance. Forecast Depot repair workload and Proof & Test Support of major programs. Assessed and solicited technical support contract proposals from private contracting firms.
Chief Program Management, Supervisory General Engineer (Army) 1980-1982, 1985-1989
Regional Civil Engineer, Supervisory General Engineer (Air Force) 1982-1985
Teamed with military leaders / Command Sponsors to determine scope of projects and disseminate design and construction criteria for training centers, fire stations, housing, aircraft hangars, runways, community centers, dormitories and other facilities. Coordinated design / construction criteria with construction agents and briefed Command Principals on progress. Prepared programming documents, issued design directives, conducted construction inspections, negotiated contracts, managed change orders and delivered final acceptance. Confirmed code and customer specification requirements met, and assessed life-cycle cost. Monitored Value Engineering Change Proposals submitted throughout design and construction to ensure incorporation.
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Engineering Accomplishments:
• Managed Navy Heavyweight Torpedo Program.
• Served as Army representative for Military Construction Program & oversaw Division program.
• Oversaw design and construction of Air Force Military Construction Program in Alaska.
EDUCATION
Licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer in Alaska and Washington
Master in Public Administration
Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
Arctic Engineering
University of Alaska, Anchorage, Alaska
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
Commercial Pilot
United States Air Force Non-Morse Intercept Operator
Honorable Discharge