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Christian M. Self

Christian M. Self

BAS Manager/Engineer
Prosper

Summary

Professional with deep knowledge in system integration and solution design. Strong background in analyzing client needs, developing innovative solutions, and streamlining processes. Skilled in collaborating with teams to ensure seamless project execution and adaptability to changing requirements. Known for technical proficiency in cloud services, software development, and customer communication.

Experienced with integrating complex systems and creating custom solutions tailored to client requirements. Utilizes collaborative approach to solve technical challenges and enhance project outcomes. Knowledge of client relationship management and technical troubleshooting.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Technology Solutions Engineer

Mckinstry
08.2022 - Current
  • Provide troubleshooting support for BAS performance issues
  • Provide technical support and oversight of BAS contractors and client technicians for BAS-related workflow
  • Leverage knowledge of BAS networks to ensure that remodeled systems are optimized to maximize data throughput
  • Ensure stable architectures to support the demanding needs of healthcare, critical facilities, higher education and K-12

Branch Installation Manager

Johnson Controls Inc.
03.2017 - 08.2022
  • Manage the Branch delivery teams that include the Controls, Equipment and Mechanical Installation teams
  • Assists management in revenue forecasting, billings, collections and resource planning
  • Assigns projects and ensures appropriate engineering, commissioning and mechanical resources are assigned to those projects
  • Ensure work performed is in compliance with state, local, federal, and legal requirements and operates with the highest of ethics
  • Ensure staff adheres to all safety standards
  • Develops and builds contractor, customer, consultant, and subcontractor relationships in the community

Controls Systems Integrator III

SmartWatt Inc.
03.2016 - 03.2017
  • Support the deployment of commercial control systems, mechanical and electrical systems, comfort and energy management strategies, products and solutions
  • Responsible for implementing advanced building control systems from assisting in the sales and development process, to designing, programming, and creating user interfaces, through training and working with customers
  • Typical projects include HVAC and Lighting control in commercial, industrial and educational facilities
  • Other energy efficiency projects may develop per customer needs

Sr. Project Engineer

Tieche Engineered Systems
07.2013 - 01.2015
  • Provide effective engineering and facilities management products and solutions to clients worldwide
  • Specialize in Building Automation & Control Systems, Energy Management Systems, Power Monitoring & Sub-metering, Intelligent Alarming Systems and People Counting Solutions for facilities in a number of industries
  • Create web based solutions that enables clients to analyze and manage their facilities remotely and make informed decisions to meet the operational and financial objectives of their organizations

Integration Specialist

TD Industries
12.2010 - 07.2013
  • Act as the on-site project leader to plan, execute and complete HVAC controls systems projects
  • Manages tasks assigned as required to execute and fully complete assigned projects including: hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system coordination, system and network commissioning and project closeout
  • Provide work direction to subcontractors, technicians, designers, and administration as necessary
  • Complete loading, device verification, and commissioning of all system controllers as required
  • Validate complete system functionality and troubleshoot problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation
  • Ensure owner/operator has been trained

Systems Team Leader

Johnson Controls Inc.
10.2007 - 12.2010
  • Manage the Branch Systems delivery teams
  • Assist management in revenue forecasting, billings, collections and resource planning
  • Assign projects and ensures appropriate engineering and commissioning resources are assigned to those projects
  • Ensure work is performed in compliance with state, local, federal, and legal requirements and operates with the highest of ethics
  • Ensure staff adheres to all safety standards
  • Develop and build contractor, customer, consultant, and subcontractor relationships in the community
  • Manage the overall execution and performance of assigned Installation delivery teams
  • Ensure Branch goals and objectives are met
  • Goals and objectives are aligned with Branch Manager and from a priority include EBIT, cash flow, backlog growth, SGA, productivity improvements, succession planning etc
  • Establish goals and development plans for all direct reports
  • Evaluate employee performance and performs salary management
  • Drive asset management including, cost control, billings, collections, and payables
  • Recruit Leads Systems Specialists with the appropriate skills and competencies to meet the needs of the Branch

Lead Systems Specialist II

Johnson Controls Inc.
03.2005 - 10.2007
  • Manage, plan, execute, and complete HVAC controls systems projects with assigned customers
  • Perform and delegate tasks as required to execute and fully complete assigned projects including: hardware specification, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning and project closeout
  • Responsible for the overall financial results of assigned projects including: costs, project billings and collections
  • Maintain an effective balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results
  • Actively pursue selling change orders
  • Coordinate communications with customers during all phases of the project
  • Delegate work direction to subcontractors, technicians, designers, and administration as necessary

Senior Installation Specialist

Logical Solutions Inc.
02.2004 - 03.2005
  • Project level responsibility for installation, commissioning, system start up and checkout of medium to large scale building automation systems
  • Responsible for day to day project management including schedule control, interface with customer personnel, general contractor and sub-contractor personnel

System Specialist

Logical Solutions Inc.
10.2002 - 02.2004
  • Responsible for commissioning and system start up/ checkout of building automation systems
  • Provide technical assistance to installation team during system installation phase

Education

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

Skills

Application support

Customer support

Business process improvement

Sales support

Project management

Technical training

Training program development

Educationcertifications

  • Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 3 years
  • LON Certified
  • Tridium Certified
  • Tridium Access Security Certified
  • Reliable Controls Certified
  • Tridium N4 Certified
  • Tridium N4 Certified Level 2

Timeline

Senior Technology Solutions Engineer

Mckinstry
08.2022 - Current

Branch Installation Manager

Johnson Controls Inc.
03.2017 - 08.2022

Controls Systems Integrator III

SmartWatt Inc.
03.2016 - 03.2017

Sr. Project Engineer

Tieche Engineered Systems
07.2013 - 01.2015

Integration Specialist

TD Industries
12.2010 - 07.2013

Systems Team Leader

Johnson Controls Inc.
10.2007 - 12.2010

Lead Systems Specialist II

Johnson Controls Inc.
03.2005 - 10.2007

Senior Installation Specialist

Logical Solutions Inc.
02.2004 - 03.2005

System Specialist

Logical Solutions Inc.
10.2002 - 02.2004

Texas Tech University

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