Christopher Young
Concord
Summary
Experienced Project Manager with expertise in managing security operations and regulatory compliance, adept at overseeing large teams and optimizing processes. Skilled in client relations, coaching, and relationship building to drive team performance and operational efficiency. Eager to leverage proven leadership abilities to support and grow within a new project management role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Chenega Security California Corporation
07.2022 - Current
- Oversee the application of institutional and regulatory requirements, including LBNL, DOE, building policies, and University directives, ensuring full operational compliance
- Managed a cost-efficient operation aligned with the Statement of Work (SOW), ensuring full compliance with DOE directives and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations
- Led performance management of subcontractor personnel by monitoring and reporting key workforce metrics, including attrition, attendance, and other indicators of organizational health
- Monitored and enforced compliance with DOE orders and all Protective Force operational guidelines, including General Orders, Post Orders, and Emergency Response Procedures
- Led hiring efforts by interviewing candidates and sustaining a pipeline of qualified part-time staff for contingency and operational support
- Manage union grievances and communicate with union representatives as appropriate
- Implemented and upheld structured record-keeping practices to support audit readiness and operational efficiency
- Maintained regular communication with the PF Security Manager regarding operational performance and subcontractor activities
- Provide management and technical oversight to staff members and perform related supervisory functions (e.g., performance evaluation, administration of leave, discipline, training, awards, and recognition)
- Coordinated additional security support ranging from basic special events to high-level on site visits
- Demonstrates skill in time management and prioritization, record keeping and management by objectives
- Serve as a first-line manager in a dynamic environment, responsible for assigning posts and duties, setting operational priorities, monitoring and evaluating guard performance, approving schedules and time off, mentoring and developing team members, issuing disciplinary actions, assisting with budget forecasting and resource allocation and resolving daily operational issues
Shift Supervisor/Basic Security Officer
Chenega Security California Corporation
01.2018 - 07.2022
- Delivered formal shift briefings to Security Officers, including critical pass-down information, security events and safety issues to ensure situational awareness and operational readiness
- Ensured continuous post coverage by assigning qualified replacements as needed, maintaining operational integrity across all shifts
- Provided immediate backup and on-scene support to Security Officers during incidents, escalating to the PF Security Manager when additional response was required
- Oversaw Security Officers' knowledge and adherence to post-specific duties and responsibilities to maintain compliance and effective coverage
- Assisted the Project Manager with Limited Scope Performance Tests (LSPTs) and Alarm Response And Performance Tests (ARAPTs) to assess operational effectiveness and compliance
- Submitted security incident reports and related documentation while on duty, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in coordination with the Project Manager
- Maintained accountability and control of master key sets, ensuring proper turnover between shifts
- Conducted thorough pre-post inspections of Security Officers, verifying uniform compliance, credentials, equipment readiness, and overall fitness for duty
- Verified physical and cognitive fitness of all on-duty personnel, prohibiting post assignment for those under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication, and confirmed knowledge of current orders
- Monitored and directed responses to all building security alarms, ensuring timely and appropriate action was taken to resolve incidents
Security Officer/Emergency Medical Technician
Allied Universal
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities to law enforcement
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures
Emergency Medical Technician
Raging Waters
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Leveraged comprehensive knowledge of emergency medicine to assess, treat, stabilize and transfer care of seriously ill or injured patients to the next level of care
- Calmed and reassured patients and family members, enabling accurate gathering of crucial information (e.g. allergies, medications, pain levels) to aid in care decisions
- Enforced constant situational awareness for all participants on scene in order to ensure overall scene safety
- Took command and control of all medical emergencies, directing on duty life guards to assist within their scope of work
- Ensured timely and accurate patient care transport to local EMS agencies when transport was required
- Conducted mock drills and participated in emergency preparedness exercises to maintain readiness for mass casualty incidents
- Instructed lifeguards on CPR and basic first aid techniques
Education
Fire Technology
College of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA12-2014
High School Diploma -
Carlmont High School
Belmont, CA06-2009
Skills
- Project Management
- Client Relations
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Relationship Building
- Customer Service
- Processes and Procedures
Certification
- MIT-111, BASIC INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
- PFT-110, BASIC SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING
- IS 100.C, IS 200.C, IS 700.B, IS 800.D
- WILDFIRE S-130, S-190
- HAZMAT OPERATIONS
- CONFINED SPACE AWARENESS
Timeline
Project Manager
Chenega Security California Corporation
07.2022 - Current
Shift Supervisor/Basic Security Officer
Chenega Security California Corporation
01.2018 - 07.2022
Security Officer/Emergency Medical Technician
Allied Universal
01.2017 - 01.2018
Emergency Medical Technician
Raging Waters
01.2014 - 12.2016
Fire Technology
College of San Mateo
High School Diploma -
Carlmont High School
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