Christopher Devine
1st Engineer Battalion
Winston-Salem
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Experienced with engineering project management and operational efficiency. Utilizes analytical skills and technical expertise to drive project success and optimize processes. Knowledge of team collaboration and adaptability ensures reliable and effective outcomes.
Work History
Battalion Maintenance Officer
1 Year 6 Months- Lead 70-person Maintenance Control Section overseeing maintenance of 368 pieces of rolling stock.
- Managed reporting on combat readiness of 368-vehicle fleet, ensured timely maintenance completion, and directed training program for maintenance and operational readiness of all soldiers.
- Assessed requirements and realigned fleet of 368 vehicles into 28 sections for services; improved predictability of vehicle service times; synchronized training schedule with services, optimizing maintenance throughput/readiness.
- Analyzed maintenance requirements for 28 platoons, collaborated with 35 team chiefs/platoon leaders to create service schedule for 368 vehicles, and synchronized operations of 3 maintenance teams.
- Developed Maintenance Leadership Professional Development program for 531-person battalion, training over 70 personnel weekly on maintenance operations to enhance proficiency and efficiency across 7 companies.
- Rated by commanders as “#3 of 15” staff officers in battalion and “versatile leader and invaluable asset to team.”
- Completed Project Management coursework; projected PMP Exam Summer 2025.
Task Force Engineer / Operations Officer
10 Months- Liaised with Armor Battalion to synchronize engineering operations for 500-person Engineer Battalion; planned, developed, and briefed senior leaders on engineering operations while tracking and coordinating efforts in mobility, counter-mobility, and survivability.
- Led 60-person cell supporting brigade headquarters during three warfighter exercises; managed planning, battle tracking, and reporting over three 2-week periods, contributing to successful execution of 3 defensive operations and 2 gap crossing operations.
- Trained and mentored 6 junior Lieutenants in staff operations to enhance their skills.
Battalion Plans Officer
1 Year 4 Months- Led 3-person team planning, resourcing, synchronizing and executing operations including training and modernization for 531-person Engineer Battalion. Coached, taught and mentored 2 Lieutenants.
- Planned, resourced, and synchronized 12 asset fielding projects, resulting in modernization of equipment post 9-month deployment.
- Led development and execution of fitness assessment for Expert Soldier Badge, contributing to unit readiness and awarded Army Commendation Medal.
- Completed 6-month Engineer Captains Career Course and 5 months full-time graduate work, enhancing leadership and technical skills for future assignments.
Executive Officer
1 Year 2 Months- Served as second-in-command of 133-person Headquarters Company, leading 20-person operations section to manage supply and readiness of 500+ pieces of equipment valued at over $16 million, coordinating with higher, adjacent, and supporting units to resource training and operations, and ensuring equipment readiness for deployment to Europe.
- Mentored 11 Second Lieutenants as officers-in-charge for weapons ranges and convoys, reviewing and rehearsing briefings, providing feedback to enhance base level of knowledge and readiness for leading platoons.
- Mentored 11 Second Lieutenants as officers-in-charge for weapons ranges and convoys; reviewed and rehearsed briefings and provided feedback, ensuring effective base level of knowledge and readiness to lead platoons.
- Rated by commander as in “top 10%” of 33 First Lieutenants with “superb leadership”; noted for early promotion.
Platoon Leader of Horizontal Construction platoon
1 Year- Led 30-person Engineer Construction Platoon. Planned/resourced training and operations to maintain overall readiness of platoon to provide mobility, counter-mobility, survivability, and general engineering support to 1,000-person battalion. Accounted for, employed, and maintained 3 facilities and equipment worth over $20 million.
- Formulated plan based on analyzed requirements, ensuring timely completion of 1,500-meter trail improvement project.
- Led platoon through field exercises and National Training Center rotation, constructing 19 vehicle positions, 400 meters of anti-vehicular ditches, and 3,600 meters of berm to ensure safe and effective training execution.
- Rated by commanders as “#6 of 21” Platoon Leaders and “in top 15% of peers” with “outstanding performance.”
Battalion Assistant Personnel Officer-in-Charge
1 Year 5 Months- Managed operational support programs for personnel deployment for 1,000-person Engineer Battalion. Allocated incoming and outgoing personnel to ensure proper manning for 7 companies. Led 13-person leave and finance section to maintain readiness of all soldiers. Advised battalion commander on personnel actions.
- Audited unit funds, corrected finance reports, and developed flexible duty roster, enhancing accuracy and process efficiency.
- Successfully finished a 7-month Engineer Basic Officer Leadership Course.
Education
BS - Civil Engineering
Certificate - Project Management
MS - Engineering Management
Fundamental Engineer Exam (FEE)
Skills
Project management
Leadership and people development
Decision-making
Operational planning
Team coordination
Team mentorship
Accomplishments
- Created a service schedule for 368 vehicles across 28 sections utilizing 3 maintenance teams.
- Led 60-person cell supporting brigade headquarters for 3 exercises; led planning, battle tracking and reporting of cell activities over three 2-week periods; enabled 3 defensive operations and 2 gap crossing operations.
- Led 30-person Engineer Construction Platoon completing two civil construction projects, twelve range operations and National training center rotation.
Certification
- Engineer in Training (EIT)- 2018
- Certified CSC Inspector, Joint Container Management (JCM) System - 2019-2023
- Project Management Professional Training - 2024
Timeline
Battalion Maintenance Officer
1st Engineer Battalion
03.2024 - 09.2025Read More
Task Force Engineer / Operations Officer
2-34 Armor Battalion
05.2023 - 03.2024Read More
Battalion Plans Officer
1st Engineer Battalion
01.2022 - 05.2023Read More
Executive Officer
Headquarters Company, 19th Engineer BN
11.2020 - 01.2022Read More
Platoon Leader of Horizontal Construction platoon
15th Engineer Construction Company, 19th Engineer BN
11.2019 - 11.2020Read More
Battalion Assistant Personnel Officer-in-Charge
Headquarters Company, 19th Engineer BN
05.2018 - 10.2019Read More
Fundamental Engineer Exam (FEE)
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United States Military Academy
BS from Civil Engineering
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1st Infantry Division Danger's Voice Signal University
Certificate from Project Management
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Missouri University of Science & Technology
MS from Engineering Management
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