CHRISTOPHER A. WORKMAN, P.E.
Director of Investigative Engineering

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering, 1983 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

REGISTRATION
Professional Engineer, 1990, Commonwealth of Virginia License # 0402 021227

AFFILIATIONS
American Society for Nondestructive Testing – Current Section
Secretary; Past Treasurer; Vice Chairman; and Chairman
American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC/V) - Member
Company Representative; Program Committee Chairman
Investigative Engineers Association, Inc. - Member

CERTIFICATIONS
Humboldt Nuclear Safety (8 hour course)
Confined Space Entry and Rescue - (8 hour refresher course)
API 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector - 1995 (expired)
Various technical courses and seminars through ASNT (Ultrasonic, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Radiographic, Eddy-Current, Acoustic Emission and Visual Testing), SSPC (Industrial Painting), AISC (Steel Erection), FDM (Confined Space Entry and Rescue)

EXPERIENCE
Mr. Workman has over 19 years experience in investigative engineering, consulting, administration, management, and inspection of engineering projects.

MeadWestvaco, Richmond, Virginia-Project managed the evaluation of numerous product storage tanks and processing vessels, including confined space entry and non-destructive testing. Project managed the removal, demolition and disposal of deteriorated product storage tank. Designed and project managed the fabrication and installation of a new product storage tank. Prepared a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment for the Cofer Road Facility.

Amica Mutual Insurance-Investigated water damage at a condominium and at a private residence.

First Market Bank, Richmond, Virginia-Prepared a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment.

Claims Service Corporation-Performed an engineering evaluation of a residential water purification system.

Life Path Project, Henrico County, Virginia-Prepared a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment.

Cunningham and Lindsey-Investigated water damage and mold growth in a mobile home. Worked with an Industrial Hygienist to collect and test mold samples, and recommend repairs and cleanup.

Christopher Newport University, Newport News, Virginia-Prepared Environment Impact Reports for the proposed Parking Facility, Residence Hall IV, Gosnold Hall, Student Center, Library, and Storm Sewer construction and renovation.

Custom Claim Service, Inc.-Investigated foundation settlement in a home.

Turner Family Properties, L.L.C., Richmond, Virginia-Prepared a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment.

Federated Mutual Insurance Company-Investigated cracking of a large residential basement floor slab.

Ryan Homes, Richmond, Virginia-Prepared a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment.

Great American Insurance-Investigated a fire in a tractor trailer cab.

Harleysville Mutual Insurance Company-Performed an engineering evaluation of a broken brake line in a Ford pickup.

Robinson and Associates, Inc.-Performed an engineering evaluation of a refrigerator ice maker valve. Services included microscopic examination. Performed an investigation of water intrusion at Kilmarnock Antique Gallery.

Selective Insurance-Investigated a residential oil-fired furnace fire, a residential hot water heater fire, and a residential electrical fire. Videotaped an automotive accident reconstruction utilizing three video cameras. Investigated a home with major termite infestation.

St. Paul’s Insurance-Performed an evaluation of a wooden truss collapse. Investigated water damage attributed to a malfunctioning water cooling tower. Performed investigations of water intrusion.

State Farm Insurance Company-Investigated a residential fire and performed an engineering evaluation of the basement structure.

Zurich Insurance-Performed and engineering evaluation of a failed residential retaining wall.