Chris G.

Experience

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  CONTECH Construction Products, Inc

  Jun 2006 - Jun 2010

  Design Engineer

  Worked in supporting role to CONTECH Project Consultants for MD and District of Columbia. Responsible for inside sales and providing customers with stormwater management design deliverables. This role was heavy on CAD drafting, hydraulics and hydrology computations and delivery of completed BMP designs. Engagement of customer was primarily by phone. Specific Responsibilities included: ● Absolute immersion in local regulatory requirements and consultative assessment for Civil Engineers ● Database management to track project information and process manufacturing orders ● Project management with production team ● Worked with new product development team on the design and marketing launch of stormwater treatment system ● Due to high aptitude and employee performance on large projects such as MD‐200 InterCounty Connector project, I was promoted to Project Consultant after 4 years in Design engineer role Show less

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  VUSP Villanova University - Urban Stormwater Partnership

  Aug 2006 - Jun 2007

  Student Lab Assistant

  Worked with VUSP as undergraduate aid for Graduate Research programs including:1) Remote monitoring for the Urban Stormwater BMP practices2) Working in lab to setup and cleanup experiments and trials3) Catalog and inventory VUSP equipment

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  CONTECH Engineered Solutions, LLC

  Jun 2010 - Feb 2013

  Project Consultant

  (Full‐Time Civil Engineering Consultative Sales) Managed the Northern VA territory, the DC suburban area that generates $6‐7 Million in annual revenue. Primary focus, the generation of project‐based sales in civil design and construction market through marketing and project support. In this capacity, worked face‐to‐face with major civil consulting firms and developers on private development projects. Worked with numerous local and federal agencies in engineering review, business development and public projects.During that time, managed to keep key existing accounts, while adding new accounts and business relationships. Specific Responsibilities included: ● Establish and execute yearly marketing and business plan ● Organized and conducted 3morning breakfast Technical Seminars for various product segments with 150+ attendees. ● Direct face‐to‐face customer interaction to show credibility and drive sales ● Getting design commitment on projects and closing contracts for procurement. ● Technical consultation on strategies to meet local stormwater management and stream crossing requirements ● Project Management to guide project from initial concept with Contech internal engineering team for design submittals, guide production team for manufacturing of structures, and ensure flawless execution of installation with operations and field team. ● Overall year over year growth in sales and future pipeline generation. Key mechanisms for success: Market identification, penetration and promotion; relationship development; consultative assessment and recommendation; guiding project to completion, onsite technical consultation during installation. Show less

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  Alion Science and Technology

  Feb 2013 - Mar 2014

  Senior Civil Engineer/ Construction Manager

  Worked contract with Department of Interior, National Park Service - , Office of Design & Construction Oversaw day to day construction activities for the Government as onsite Construction Manager.Managed communication between various Government agencies and Law Enforcement to facilitate access and coordination of construction activities on a National Historic site and active Federal facility.Key duties and responsibilities included: - Project Management- Contract Oversight- Construction Management- Scope of Work and Specification- Onsite Field Observation- Interagency Coordination- OpSec- Secure files and information- Proposal Writing and Review- Quality Assurance and Review of General Contractor's Work.-Consultant Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Skills Gained:Inter agency Coordination, Briefing and PlanningGovernment Contracting process/execution in accordance with FARUnderstanding Contract Officer work flows for project managementActing as Contracting Officer's delegated representative and taking actionsKnowledge of the National Park Service and Dept. of Interior's project delivery and construction management processes and conduitsClearance Required to be obtained/ maintained for this position. (please contact me for further details) Show less

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  CodaOctopus Products Ltd

  Mar 2014 - May 2015

  Construction Account Manager/ Sales Engineer

  Coda Octopus is an established leader in innovation and forward looking technology and software.The Echoscope is the 21st Century's first Live 3D underwater imaging system that uses sound waves, instead of light to see objects and features. It is also an effective situational awareness tool that provides mission teams unprecedented knowledge of the underwater environment and the capability to react in real time.Account Manager/ Sales Engineer tasked with expanding brand awareness and technology utilization of the Echoscope 3D imaging sytem in the following market segments in the Americas:● Marine Construction● Oil/Gas Offshore Operations● Ports and Harbor Maintenance and Inspection● Marine Salvage and Dredging● Environmental Remediation and Dredging● Marine Wildlife Monitoring● Offshore Renewable Energy● DOT Bridge Inspection, Maintenance, Construction and Scour RemediationSpecific Responsibilities include: ● Establish and execute yearly marketing and business plan ● Direct face‐to‐face customer interaction and drive sales● Educate owners and end users( Government, Public/Private Agencies, Contractors) on the technology and its broad benefits for Operations and Maintenance. ● Getting commitment on projects and closing contracts for procurement. ● Technical consultation on strategies to meet project specific challenges and requirements ● Absolute immersion in Industry to create lasting business partnerships and relationships Show less

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  Oldcastle

  May 2015 - Jun 2016

  Technical Sales Engineer

  Oldcastle Precast is the leading manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete and plastic products in the United States. With more than 80 locations nationwide, no project is far from one of our precast plants and provides civil construction projects all the benefits of accelerated construction.As Part of the Southeast Texas Precast team, the Sales Engineer manages accounts and generates project‐based sales in civil , energy and electrical construction markets through marketing and project support. In this capacity, working face‐to‐face with major consulting firms and contractors on private development projects. Working with numerous local and federal agencies in complex engineering concepts, business development and support to facilitate accelerated construction methods. Continuous dedication to delivering the most cost-effective and innovative precast solutions.Specific Responsibilities include: ● Manage existing accounts and add new business to support territory and revenue growth● Establish and execute yearly marketing and business plan ● Organize and conduct small and large scale technical presentations to educate and promote the benefits of precast concrete to support accelerated construction ● Direct face‐to‐face customer interactions to enhance Company visibility and credibility ● Getting design commitment on projects and closing contracts for procurement. ● Technical consultation on strategies to meet local stormwater management and stream crossing requirements ● Project Management to guide project from initial concept to manufacturing and ensure flawless execution of delivery and installation. ● Active involvement in local professional societies and organizations (ASCE, AGC, GHBA, HCA, SPE, MTS)Key mechanisms for success: Market identification, penetration and promotion; relationship development; consultative assessment and recommendation; guiding project to completion, onsite technical consultation during installation. Show less

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  Oldcastle Stormwater Solutions

  Jun 2016 - Nov 2017

  Stormwater Territory Manager - Chesapeake Region

  Responsible for growing Oldcastle's Stormwater brand awareness and presence in the Mid-Atlantic Region, primarily the Chesapeake Bay states of Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, West Virginia and the District of Columbia.Key Roles: - Developing Sales and Marketing Plans- Supporting Local Engineers and Developers to provide industry leading services and engineering solutions - Working with local government regulatory agents and plan reviewers to agreed consensus- Building a team of experts for the Region in "common sense" and value-based approach to meeting local requirement for Stormwater Treatment, Runoff Reduction and Volume Control.-Year zero revenue was $200k. After 18 months revenue was $3.5M with a future pipeline of $5M.-Launched new product in previously unserviced market with organic marketing campaign from $0 sales to $2.5M.-Gained product approval for stormwater treatment system (PerkFilter) in the most regulated municipaility in the Country, Montgomery County, MD -Started 4-year process for Product approval process with the Virginia DEP.-Hosted 3-hr technical sales seminar in Northern Virginia with 100 attendees-Scheduled and gave (75) 1-hr Lunch N’ Learn Presentations across MD, DC and VA in 18 months. Show less

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  Markon Solutions

  Oct 2017 - May 2021

  Senior Manager

  Working with Civilian Portfolio and Markon corporate team to grow client base for Professional Construction Management Services in the National Capital Region.Leading team of 14 CM/PM Professionals in 2 locations with NPSActively recruiting new talent for new requirements and onboarding them to Markon and our client site.

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  National Park Service

  Oct 2017 - May 2021

  Construction Management Representative (CMR), Team Lead

  Construction Manager with Markon Solutions under contract with National Park Service Design and Construction Office.As team lead for our contractor team, I was responsible for onboarding new staff, resolving challenges on contract with personnel, and being client's main point of contact.Oversee day to day construction activities for the Government as onsite Construction Manager.Manage communication between various Government agencies to facilitate access and coordination of construction activities on a National Historic site and active Federal facility.Key duties and responsibilities include:- Project Management- Contract Oversight- Construction Management- Scope of Work and Specifications- Onsite Field Observation- Interagency Coordination- Security Management- Security Design Implementation- Logistics and Access Control- Proposal Writing and Review- Quality Assurance and Review of General Contractor's Work- Pay Request Review - RFI, Submittal and Alternative Proposal Review- Consultant Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Show less

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  LBYD Engineers

  May 2021 - Jul 2022

  Program Manager - Civil

  Program Manager supporting Federal Client's multi-year multi-billion dollar construction program in Huntsville, AL as resident Civil Engineer.

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  LBYD Federal

  Jun 2022 - May 2024

  Senior Civil Project Manager

  Senior Civil Engineer and Project Manager, working on Federal design and construction projects across the USA, supporting various Federal Agencies. Member of Design/Build teams and traditional project delivery.Working to provide the Private Sector service to Government clients.

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  BRPH

  May 2024 - now

  Project Executive

  Project Executive at BRPH working with clients to provide proposals for design and construction services. Working with internal design-construction team to manage schedule, budget, cost and quality of services.