Christopher L. Logsdon
3224 5th Street S.
Arlington, VA 22204
Home Phone Number: 703-979-5977
Work Phone Number: 571-221-2227
Cell Phone Number: 571-221-2227
E-mail: clogsdon[at]hlcontracting.com

Active: DoD SECRET CLEARANCE

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Project Manager; HL Contracting, Arlington, VA
11/01/2007 to Present

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Direct the day-to-day schedule and execution of construction activities for the remodeling of residential and commercial properties.

Planning and Coordination: Plan and coordinate construction activities, including establishing project phases, scheduling and coordinating daily actions. Oversee bid processes and material orders to ensure quality control. Acquire all required project information from all relevant sources and effectively communicate with clients, subcontractors and associates prior to and during all phases of construction. Study plans and specifications to obtain construction requirements, recommend needed addenda or changes, and schedule and delegate contractors to facilitate quality work with minimal waste. Determine the most cost-effective use of building materials, plan and schedule all required construction site activities into logical steps and budget the time required to meet established deadlines.

Construction and Project Management: Manage all aspects of home and commercial space remodeling for projects ranging from $500 to $20K, perform estimations and sales and supervise the completion of remodeling, rehabilitation and restoration activities. Supervise the activities of up to 10 personnel and oversee the safe use of $5K in construction equipment. Coordinate and supervise construction process from initial site development through final construction, ensuring quality and completion on time and within budget. Interpret plans and specifications for field personnel to ensure construction methods meet requirements of contract specifications. Conduct detailed inspections of construction activities and coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with plans, specifications and contract requirements.

Construction and Building Processes: Review and interpret the requirements of plans and specifications and oversee layout of work and inspection of all work in progress. Oversee site preparation, including land-clearing and earth-moving, sewage systems, landscaping, and driveway and building construction to include excavation and laying of foundations and the erection of the structural framework, floors, walls, and roofs. Manage the installation of building systems, including fire protection, electrical, plumbing, air conditioning and heating. Direct the delivery and use of materials, tools and equipment; monitor project productivity, safety and the quality of construction. Coordinate several major activities simultaneously while analyzing and resolving specific construction problems as they occur. Provide for and perform surveillance and inspection of contractor activities on-site and work closely with customers to ensure satisfaction.

Administrative and Support Activities: Maintain job site safety by enforcing Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures and ensure adherence to all environmental regulations, monitoring and reviewing materials, events and the environment to detect and assess problems. Make recommendations concerning personnel, materials, shortages, and other problems affecting work progress. Prepare reports and data covering payment estimates, progress reports and other field and office reports. Ensure the obtainment of all necessary permits and licenses and enforce building and safety codes, regulations and requirements.

Assistant Project Manager; HITT Contracting, Fairfax, VA
06/01/2007 to 11/01/2007

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinated activities of work crews involved in the construction of a major parking garage project valued at approximately $10 million.

Project Planning and Coordination: Initiated schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities based on work priority, equipment availability and skill of personnel. Participated in establishing job processes Request for Information, submittals, and pay applications) and ensured quality control. Computed job costs for materials, labor and outside contractors, ensured necessary permits and licenses were acquired and posted and applied building and safety codes. Worked with superintendent to formulate the project plan and coordinated subcontractor activities; ensured the efficient use of materials, tools and equipment. Evaluated completed work to verify conformance to work standards and specifications and examined tools and equipment to detect unsafe conditions or violations of procedures or safety rules.

Administrative and Support Activities: Approved pay applications, managed the closeout process, and ensured fair treatment of subcontractors. Set up initial document flow, maintained and distributed meeting minutes, and managed project files. Prioritized paperwork and submittal process, maintained material delivery status, and archived contract records. Compiled operational and project records, including time and production records, and monitored inventory of supplies and material. Ensured job site safety by enforcing OSHA policies and procedures and adherence to environmental regulations.

Superintendent; EYA Inc., Bethesda, MD
06/01/2004 to 06/01/2007

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Led operations for the construction of various residential properties, directing the activities of various trades to ensure completion at the best possible cost and within minimal production time.

Project Planning and Coordination: Planned and coordinated construction activities related to the building of residential structures valued from $650K to $900K and a 52-unit low-income apartment project (HopeVI Project) valued at $10.4M. Evaluated blueprints, sketches and building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required. Initiated orders for materials, coordinated the schedule of each phase of construction and delivery of services and monitored all schedules from initial to final project segments. Determined labor requirements and arranged for the delivery of materials, tools, and equipment. Maintained completion schedules and operations according to established budgets and compiled accurate weekly and monthly production reports.

Construction Management: Supervised from 20 to 30 personnel and led the erection of building frameworks, siding, drywall and insulation and the completion of Heating, Air Conditioning, and Ventilation (HVAC) systems. Oversaw trade contractors, ensuring all work was completed on schedule, enforced safety rules and regulations and maintained a safe and clean environment. Oversaw the safe use of scaffolding and ladders, ensured the proper operation of $50K of construction equipment and enforced the use of safety equipment. Monitored and directed the removal of damaged or defective materials and waste from the job site. Led the construction of more than 20 $900K townhomes in 2005 and 2006 and in 2006 and 2007, supervised the construction of another 20+ homes worth an average of $650K. During HopeVI Project, patrolled each unit in order of delivery, provided daily checklists via a tablet computer to all subcontractors and maintained a phone log to document phone conversations and daily weather conditions, successfully delivering 100+ units of the highest quality on time.

Assistant Construction Manager; Toll Brothers Inc., South Riding, VA
11/01/2002 to 05/01/2004

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Managed construction activities concerned with the construction of residential structures, facilities, and systems.

Planning and Coordination: Planned and budgeted construction activities, participated in project scheduling, determined labor requirements and managed subcontractors. Determined the most cost-effective use of building materials, planned project site activities into logical steps, and managed time required to meet deadlines. Interpreted and explained plans and contract terms to construction workers. Studied job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods, implemented quality-control activities, and budgeted time required to meet deadlines.

Leadership and Accomplishments: Supervised from 15 to 20 subcontractor personnel performing various aspects of construction of homes worth an average of $500K, including more than 70 units. Accounted for more than $30K in construction equipment and tools. Initially managed townhome projects, then assigned to troubled- and single-family projects to utilize proven scheduling techniques and subcontractor relations to get project back on track; within six months, settled the entire backlog of homes and on course for the timely completion of the remaining homes for the year. Based on exceptional performance, assigned the Lead Superintendent position for another single-family project within the same development. Regularly met with homeowners to resolve problems and issues, consistently receiving excellent customer survey scores.

Construction Management: Assisted in the supervision of all on-site construction, including the scheduling of subcontractors, resolving day-to-day job site problems and inspecting all work during construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Coordinated and supervised construction process from the initial site development stage through final construction, ensuring project was completed on time and within budget. Managed the installation of building systems, electrical, plumbing, air conditioning and heating. Obtained all permits, ordered all materials and worked with the Construction Manager and Project Manager to set up and monitor the construction schedule. Led monthly meetings honoring subcontractors that displayed a high regard toward site safety.

Superintendent; Design-Tech Builders Inc., Silver Spring, MD
01/01/2002 to 11/01/2002

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Performed construction management of three separate communities consisting of million-dollar homes, overseeing subcontractor scheduling and management, quality inspections, and homebuyer communications.

Project Planning and Coordination: Managed construction activities, including scheduling, inspections, supervision of all required staff members and completion of required paperwork for 900K projects. Determined schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities based on work priority, equipment availability and skill of personnel. Read specification sheets to ensure all beam depths and widths were maintained; inspected bracing and shoring of concrete forms for stability prior to and during pouring. Computed estimates and actual costs of factors such as materials, labor and outside contractors. Ensured all necessary permits and licenses were acquired and posted and applied building and safety codes.

Leadership and Supervision: Supervised the activities of up to 10 subordinates, addressed work-related issues and provided assistance to correct job-skill deficiencies. Compiled operational and personnel records, such as time and production records, inventory data, repair and maintenance statistics and test results. Implemented and enforced safety policies and procedures and monitored the use of hazardous material and waste to ensure adherence to environmental regulations. Led subcontractor meetings to discuss issues related to construction schedule delays and to emphasis site safety. Verified work conformed to standards and specifications, accounted for $10K worth of equipment, ensured the efficient use of materials and equipment and addressed unsafe work conditions.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Marketing), West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, 123 Semester Hours, Graduated 1993

Osbourn High School Manassas, VA 1988

OTHER INFORMATION:

TRAINING:

Class B Contractors License Course (8 hrs), 12/2007; Virginia Contractors Basic Business Course (8 hrs), 10/13/2007; OSHA Course (10 hrs), 07/2006; Mold Detection and Mold Remediation in Residential Construction Course (6 hrs), 08/2005

Honors, Awards, and Commendations:

Received $10K Bonus for completing a HopeVI Project in Alexandria Virginia on time and on budget; the project won Project of the Year from Builder Magazine in 2006.

EXPERIENCE SUMMARY:

Professional Profile: Dedicated and enthusiastic professional, offering leadership experience in construction management, project management, and customer service. Possess advanced knowledge of construction procedures, trade practices, building costs, project scheduling, project cost control, and safety procedures. Demonstrate exceptional skills in solving complicated time-sensitive problems using innovative approaches and ideas, ensuring a high degree of resource availability. Currently hold a Class-B Contractors License, License Number2705-118831, Commonwealth of VA Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, 12/31/2007.

Project and Construction Management: Apply knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources (HR), leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Apply knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to perform effective project and construction management and to complete projects on schedule. Apply knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of commercial and residential buildings and other structures. Utilize technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Leadership and Supervision: Lead support operations, applying effective management principles to implement processes, expedite operations, and increase effectiveness. Motivate, develop, and direct people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. Plan and adjust workloads and assignments to meet constantly changing organizational needs, arrange priorities, and prepare timelines to complete assignments on schedule. Managed a low-income apartment project (HopeVI Project) valued at $10.4M.

Customer-Service and Communication Skills: Skillfully and effectively relay information verbally and in writing, arranging thoughts and judgments to clearly project ideas and achieve maximum results. Adapt level of presentation to suit the audience, ensuring participation and comprehension. Highly responsive to requests for help and information, effectively listen to concerns of customers, and resolve complaints and concerns promptly.

Computer and Communications Expertise: Windows Operating Systems; Microsoft (MS) Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer); MS Project; Schedule Builder; MS Tablet PC