Daniel Vandenberg
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 18 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach. Well versed in Air Quality rules and regulations. Ability to read the Code of Federal Regulations and determine applicable standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Alliance Technical Group
11.2021 - Current
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Tracked employee and company DOT and MSHA certifications and compliance.
Senior Project Manager
Ace Environmental Consultants
11.2017 - 11.2021
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
- Established and managed change management processes to fulfill successful project transitions.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Developed and applied MSHA part 46 safety plan for all company employees.
Senior Field Manager
Stantec Consulting Services
01.2010 - 10.2017
- Performed quality control inspections on phases of field operations.
- Received and responded to RFPs from prospective clients.
- Created budgets and cost analysis for air testing projects.
- Was responsible for receiving clients Air Quality permits, reading and comprehending them, determining testing requirements, performing testing to ensure client was in compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
- Facilitated field operations through supervision and direction of field personnel.
- Monitored personnel performance to identify opportunities for improvement and develop solutions to productivity issues.
- Developed and implemented processes and strategies to achieve operational goals.
- Coordinated and scheduled field personnel to cover operations throughout assigned regional area.
- Tracked key performance indicators and enforced quality control measures.
- Maintained technical knowledge of regulations, industry trends and applicable laws regarding human resources for operation.
- Predicted and resolved operational bottlenecks, supply and tool shortages.
Environmental Technician III
Applied Environmental Consultants
06.2005 - 01.2010
- Worked with site to maintain compliance with applicable environment regulations.
- Performed emergency response activities, tank cleaning and equipment decontamination.
- Determined chemical composition and nature of air pollutants by collecting and analyzing air samples.
- Prepared summaries and charts by testing and gathering samples and summarizing findings.
- Assisted with data management for regulatory and operational reporting.
- Installed and maintained data collection instrumentation.
- Monitored emission control devices for proper operation and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Education
Chandler Gilbert Community College
GilbertMesquite High School
Gilbert05.2002
Skills
- Data Collection and Evaluation
- Air Quality Compliance
- MSHA/DOT rules and regulations
- Operations Oversight
- Interpersonal Communications
- Client Relations
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Operation Monitoring
- Multi-Site Operations
- Submitting Testing Plans and Reports to ADEQ and MCAQD
- All Microsoft Office and Google Drive applications
Certification
- Qualified Stack testing Individual(QSTI) certified 2010-Current
- MSHA Certified 2005-Current
- 40 - Hazwoper certified expired
Timeline
Operations Manager
Alliance Technical Group
11.2021 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Ace Environmental Consultants
11.2017 - 11.2021
Senior Field Manager
Stantec Consulting Services
01.2010 - 10.2017
Environmental Technician III
Applied Environmental Consultants
06.2005 - 01.2010
Chandler Gilbert Community College
Mesquite High School