General Contractor & Construction Professional
Christopher
Bucklin
Versatile and highly skilled General Contractor with over 15 years of hands-on experience in residential and commercial construction, high-end remodeling, and property development. Adept in all facets of building — from ground-up structural framing and foundation work to advanced electrical, plumbing, and luxury finish carpentry.
A proven track record of independently managing complex, large-scale projects — including an off-grid two-story cabin built entirely solo, full-home luxury remodels, and complete electrical rewires. My work speaks for itself: I have never needed to advertise, operating entirely on word-of-mouth referrals throughout my career.
End-to-End Execution
From architectural planning and permitting through final inspection — no handoffs, no gaps.
Code Compliant
All electrical, plumbing, and structural work meets or exceeds local building codes and passes inspection.
Self-Sufficient
Fully equipped with professional-grade tools (Dewalt, Makita, Milwaukee) and a dedicated work truck.
100% Referral-Based
15+ years of continuous work without a single advertisement — reputation built entirely on results.
Professional
Experience
Lead General Contractor
Riverine Property Design / POP
- Led full-scale residential remodels from initial architectural design through final completion and client handover.
- Independently rewired entire residential homes, ensuring all electrical systems met code and passed municipal inspections.
- Executed complete home transformations: structural layout changes, window/door installation, custom cabinetry, tile work, and bespoke trim.
- Managed and supervised a small crew, coordinating daily operations to maintain timelines, quality, and efficiency.
- Coordinated directly with building inspectors and communicated with clients to align project vision, budget, and execution.
Spearheaded a full home remodel from start to finish — complete electrical rewiring, structural reconfiguration, and full interior/exterior renovation.
Lead Installer
Sound View Windows & Doors
- Directed residential window and door installations including demolition, weatherproofing, casing, and finish work.
- Acted as the primary on-site point of contact, coordinating with homeowners and ensuring flawless installation to spec.
- Supervised and trained apprentice installers, enforcing rigorous quality and safety standards.
- Installed flashing, trim, caulking, and finishes to deliver a paint-ready product on every job.
Home Repair Lead
Gaspar's Construction
- Performed a wide array of residential repair and light remodeling work across Seattle — carpentry, drywall, plumbing, and electrical.
- Served as the primary client liaison: conducted site walk-throughs, scoped jobs, and managed client expectations.
- Operated independently with a company van, managing daily logistics, tool inventory, and detailed daily reporting.
Independent Contractor & Developer
Self-Employed
- Specialized in comprehensive home remodeling, repairs, and renovations — from minor fixes to full-scale remodels.
- Built a continuous pipeline of work strictly through word-of-mouth referrals, never advertising once in 15 years.
- Currently executing architectural planning, permitting, and groundwork for a major top-floor residential addition.
- Completed a full upstairs remodel (living room, dining room, hallway, kitchen) entirely solo.
General Contractor — Luxury Home Remodel
Independent
- Assumed control of a stalled high-end remodel during COVID-19 shutdowns while the homeowner was stranded overseas.
- Coordinated new subcontractors and personally executed key trades: framing, electrical, plumbing, tile work, and finish carpentry.
- Delivered a luxury-level transformation featuring custom finishes and modern design elements — on time.
Head Maintenance Technician
40-Unit Apartment Complex
- Oversaw all maintenance, repairs, and renovations for a 40-unit residential complex.
- Conducted full apartment remodels during tenant turnovers: new kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, drywall, and lighting.
- Managed preventative maintenance schedules and rapidly resolved tenant work orders for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry.
Independent Developer — Full Duplex Remodel
Self-Employed
- Autonomously remodeled a duplex from the ground up, handling every aspect of the renovation solo.
- Designed and installed new electrical and plumbing systems, including full-home rewiring and optimized plumbing layouts.
- Installed new walls, subflooring, insulation, drywall, siding, windows, doors, deck, and all interior finishes.
General Contractor's Apprentice
Various Projects
- Assisted in diverse residential and commercial construction projects under experienced tradesmen.
- Gained foundational expertise in framing, electrical, plumbing, roofing, and finish carpentry.
- Developed skills in blueprint reading, structural assessments, and project planning.
Skills &
Capabilities
Construction & Structural
Electrical & Plumbing
Finish & Interior
Project Management
Fully Self-Equipped
Owns a complete professional-grade tool inventory covering nearly any construction, remodeling, or repair scenario. Cordless tools in both Dewalt and Makita; corded tools primarily Milwaukee and Makita for heavy-duty applications. Capable of transporting 4×8 sheets and 16' lumber with a dedicated work truck.
Signature
Projects
Off-Grid Two-Story Cabin
Designed and constructed a two-story off-grid cabin entirely solo, managing all aspects from concept to completion. Executed foundation work, framing, roofing, electrical wiring, plumbing, and full interior finishing while overcoming remote site logistics.
Luxury Home Remodel
Assumed control of a stalled high-end remodel during COVID-19 shutdowns while the homeowner was stranded overseas. Coordinated subcontractors and personally executed framing, electrical, plumbing, tile, cabinetry, and finish carpentry to deliver a luxury-level transformation on time.
Full Duplex Renovation
Fully remodeled a duplex from the ground up, solo. Installed new walls, subflooring, insulation, drywall, full-home electrical rewiring, new plumbing systems, siding, windows, doors, a new deck, and all interior finishes including hardwood, carpet, tile, cabinetry, and countertops.
Ready to
Build
Something
Available for general contracting, project management, skilled trades work, and full-scale residential development. Based in Nampa, ID — open to projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Professional References
David Shuler
Owner / CEO — Riverine Property Design / POP
Mike Hillard
Owner / CEO — G3 Maintenance LLC / Gibraltar
Greg Zeman
Long-Time Client — Private
High School Diploma — Cross Creek Academy (2011)
Coursework — North Seattle Community College (2011–2013)