Christopher H. Email & Phone Number

Denver Metropolitan Area

Lumin8 Transportation Technologies is headquartered in Denver, Colorado and has become an industry leader serving customers across the United States in the Transportation and Infrastructure market. Lumin8’s mission is clear: To become the single best provider of intelligent traffic solutions, from data collection to installation and maintenance, to increase life safety and efficiency, while lowering the carbon footprint.

Boise Metropolitan Area

Estimate and manage Traffic Signal, Street lighting, Intelligent Transportation Systems and related equipment for the Western region.

Anaheim, California, United States

Promoted from Operations Manager in 2022. Oversaw and managed the daily operations of preventative maintenance and repairs for the Southern California Traffic Signal/Intelligent Transportation Systems Maintenance Division including 21 team members. Approves and supervises all projects, ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations as well as company policies. Delivers projects on time and within budget consistently. Develops and maintains division P&L, ensuring profitability by analyzing expenses, billings, labor, and material costs versus revenue. Approves estimates and proposals, working with suppliers and subcontractors as needed.

Anaheim, California, United States

▸ Exceeded bottom line revenue consistently through 2019, 2020, and 2021.▸ Awarded the Excellence in Field Services for exceeding all goals in business development, revenue growth, gaining contracts and improving operational efficiencies in 2020.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Analyzed labor wage rates, costs, materials, and time requirements to competitively estimate Los Angeles area airport and traffic signal projects. Provided accurate estimates for change and work orders. Coordinated subcontractors, suppliers, and surveyors as well as quality assurance/quality control firms to complete projects in a timely manner.▸ Estimated LAX Taxiway P project; created pricing models, submitted RFI’s, and negotiated with material suppliers and subcontractors.▸ Assessed Van Nuys Runway Rehab project.

Vista, California, United States

Handled all traffic/light signal maintenance contracts as well as field technicians. Completed work orders (both emergency and owner requested) successfully, on time, and within budget consistently. Provided bi-monthly checks, USA mark-outs, and billings. Delivered electrical design quotes and guidance to engineers, consulting firms, city inspectors, and contractors, meeting requirements and safety standards.▸ Managed multiple new constructions projects simultaneously; served the El Cajon, Santee, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and El Centro areas.▸ Oversaw Ballpark Village project (44% profit margin); installed new traffic signals in a downtown area including a light rail.▸ Supervised UCSD Osler Parking Structure project (29% profit margin) consisting of a new design/build of traffic signals and integrating into existing signals.▸ Managed notable projects such as the W. Mission Bay Bridge, Inland Rail Trail, N Coast Segment.

El Cajon, California, United States

Owned and operated an electrical construction company focused on setting up and maintaining traffic signals and streetlights. Purchased materials for all projects. Supervised employees, promoting a timely, accurate, and efficient work ethic.▸ Estimated and managed the PHR Undercrossing project (36% profit margin) involving decorative pedestrian, bridge, and landscape lighting installations.▸ Oversaw numerous traffic loop installation projects throughout San Diego (average 21% profit margin).▸ Assessed and oversaw Midland Road Improvements project (15% profit margin) consisting of underground conduits, city street lighting, new service connections, and wiring.▸ Estimated and managed Greenfield Drive Improvements project (20% profit margin), installing underground conduits, street lighting, video detection cameras, radar feedback signs, and wiring.

Santee, California, United States

Estimated projects competitively, negotiated change orders, and managed all awarded projects. Supervised office employees responsible for estimating, payroll, project management, purchasing and administrative tasks. Conducted monthly status reviews with Project Manager and Superintendent, ensuring estimated project return on each project.▸ Doubled revenue consistently year over year; grew team from 8 to 40 employees.▸ Estimated and managed the 8th Street Revitalization project (22% profit margin) consisting of traffic signal modifications and improvements along with decorative street lighting installations.▸ Assessed and supervised Traffic Signal Improvements at 4th and F Streets (34% profit margin) involving new traffic signal poles, gear, controller, cameras, conduit, and wiring.▸ Estimated and oversaw Hawk Pedestrian Safety project including the first overhead flashing systems for the city of Chula Vista.▸ Valued and managed the Community Corridor Enhancements project (18% profit margin) involving new decorative street lighting and enhancements to vehicle and pedestrian safety signs.

San Diego County, California, United States

Acted as Visit Board Search and Seizure (VBSS) Team Leader and Engineer, responsible for team operations and readiness. Seen as technical shipboard expert on oily-water separator systems, ensuring compliance with regional/international wastewater environmental laws. ▸ Confirmed safety measures and personnel qualifications were met as the Divisional Training and Safety Officer.▸ Awarded Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for professional achievement as VBSS, displaying exceptional courage and resourcefulness while serving on the team during operations while supporting the global war on terror from 2006-2007.