Brian Van Holt
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
Project Manager with 20 years of hands-on leadership in commercial office furniture and low-voltage integration. Proven ability to lead teams of up to 50, deliver projects on time and under budget, and build lasting client relationships across North America.
Professional in field operations management with extensive experience in overseeing and optimizing operational processes. Strong focus on team collaboration and driving results. Skilled in logistics, resource allocation, and strategic planning, while being adaptable to changing needs. Reliable and effective at fostering productive work environment to meet organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Operations Manager / National Project Manager
Steelcase Workplace Services
Los Angeles, CA
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Oversaw field operations for high-profile office furniture client across northern USA and Canada. Supervised a network of around 100 contracted local service providers throughout North America.
- Oversaw project lifecycles from initiation to completion, aligning deliverables with client specifications and Steelcase standards. Managed diverse projects with budgets between $50k and $8 million.
- Managed daily operations of field crews and project teams, focusing on scheduling efficiency, quality assurance, safety protocols, and seamless on-site coordination.
- Managed cross-functional communication with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to deliver projects punctually and cost-effectively, prioritizing safety performance.
Project Manager
Tangram Interiors
Cypress, CA
02.2005 - 05.2023
- Led a $3–5 million annual account delivering office furniture products and services, to Fortune 500 clients across Southern California.
- Managed multimillion-dollar projects while supervising daily crews of 8 and project teams of 40–50 personnel.
- Coordinated with clients and stakeholders to align project goals with expectations.
- Utilized project management software to track progress and manage workflows effectively.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to promote collaboration and address project updates promptly.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Founder & Owner
Unity Office Services
Huntington Beach, CA
01.2005 - 05.2025
- Established and managed a thriving office furniture and low-voltage installation company, driving annual revenue growth from inception to $900,000.
- Managed all facets of company functions to ensure efficient hiring, payroll processing, invoicing, and project execution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
California Coast University
Santa Ana11-2025
Skills
- Staff oversight
- Operational efficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Team building
- Contractor management
- Schedule coordination
- Asset management
- KPI tracking
- Cross-functional coordination
Timeline
Field Operations Manager / National Project Manager
Steelcase Workplace Services
05.2023 - 06.2025
Project Manager
Tangram Interiors
02.2005 - 05.2023
Founder & Owner
Unity Office Services
01.2005 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
California Coast University