Max Winkler
Vancouver,WA
Summary
I have worked within the air emission measurement trade for fifteen years and have spent the past eight years as a senior project manager. I have learned this trade from the ground up, mastering sampling techniques on the stack; now managing criteria and hazardous air pollutant testing programs. I am proficient overseeing projects of all sizes leading support teams, managing report progress ultimately delivering a positive outcome for our customers.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Project Manager
Alliance Technical Group
07.2024 - Current
- I have worked within the Air Emission Measurement trade for fifteen years. I have spent the past eight years as a senior project manager.
- I learned this trade from the ground up, mastering sampling techniques on the stack; now managing Criteria and Hazardous Air Pollutant testing programs.
- I have overseen projects of all sizes to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for all costumers.
- Prior to joining AIR/Alliance other responsibilities under ETS included the development of Source Test Protocols, Compliance Source Test Reports and advanced Excell spreadsheet programs. I oversaw equipment maintenance, calibration of sampling equipment and directed the preparation of sample equipment prior to each project. I was in charge of managing and training all stack technicians. Other responsibilities included laboratory, shop parts and supply inventory, vehicle maintenance records, and compressed gas inventory records. I also repaired and built source sampling equipment.
- I Oversaw projects of all sizes to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for all costumers.
- Onsite I am the point of contact with facility management and equipment operators to ensure a successful outcome of the testing effort.
- Through years of performing emission testing in the Pacific Northwest as an employee under ETS, I have come to know most of the regulatory agencies and Source Test Coordinators with a good working relationship. My goal has always been to learn from mistakes and implement corrections in all areas of the company. This has helped with the legacy that ETS has. I have maintained professional relationships with 150+ ETS customers over the past ten years.
- I have navigated my way through major and minor testing issues while staying within the parameters of the test methods. Any method or source test plan deviations minor or major are addressed with the customer. Testing does not commence until client and agency approval.
- I am experienced in performing EPA test methods 1-8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16A, 16C, 17, 20, 23, 25A, 26, 26A 29, 201a, 202, and volatile organic methods including EPA 323, NCASI 99.02 and 98.01. I have extensive knowledge and experience with particulate matter and velocity determination when ducts or stacks produce cyclonic flow. Methods include Guidance document (GD) 008 and GD-008r. I've performed most all Oregon, California and Idaho state test methods.
Project Manager
Advanced Industrial Resources LLC
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Executed scheduled projects as assigned including compliance and engineering based requirements.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing job quality or workplace safety.
- Managed and trained source test crews and new recruits.
- A few of the Industry customers I have worked with include International Paper, Georgia Pacific, Boise Cascade, Collins Products, Marathon Refining and Knife River.
Senior Project Manager
Environmental Technical Services Inc.
02.2010 - 05.2023
- Source Test Protocol development and review, Compliance Source Test Report compilation and review, and advanced Excell spreadsheet program development. Monitored contracts and proposal agreements at the later stage to identify potential risks, method deviations, additional equipment and implement actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs. Oversaw equipment maintenance including calibration of sampling equipment as well as directed the preparation of sample equipment prior to each project. In charge of managing and training all ETS stack technicians. Other responsibilities included laboratory oversite, shop and supply inventory, vehicle maintenance, and compressed gas inventory records. Repaired and built source sampling equipment.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase. Communicated project plans and progress to customers and ETS management. Oversaw changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change to keep project on track. Partnered with ETS technicians to identify and quickly address problems.
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
Education
Associate of Science - Advanced Industrial Welding Technology
Rogue Community College
Grants Pass, OR06.2008
Skills
- Client Relationship Management
- Project Planning and implementation
- EPA test methods 1-8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16A, 16C, 17, 20, 23, 25A, 26, 26A 29, 201a, 202, and volatile organic methods including EPA 323, NCASI 9902 and 9801 Possess extensive knowledge and experience with particulate matter and velocity determination when ducts or stacks produce cyclonic flow Those methods include Guidance document (GD) 008 and GD-008r
- I've performed most all Oregon, California and Idaho state test methods
City
Vancouver
State
WA
Additional Information
Mr. Winkler has worked within the Air Emission Measurement field for fourteen years. Mr. Winkler has learned his trade from the ground up, mastering sampling techniques on the stack to now managing Criteria and Hazardous Air Pollutant testing programs. Prior to joining AIR other responsibilities included the development of Source Test Protocols, Compliance Source Test Reports and Excell spreadsheet programs. Mr. Winkler oversees equipment maintenance and calibration of sampling equipment and directs the preparation of sample equipment prior to each project. Onsite Mr. Winkler is the point of contact with facility management and equipment operators to ensure a successful outcome of the testing effort. Through years of performing emission testing in the Pacific Northwest Max has come to know most of the regulatory agencies and Source Test Coordinators and has navigated his way through testing issues as they come up. Mr. Winkler is experienced in performing EPA test methods 1-8, 10, 11, 12, 16a, 17, 20, 23, 25a, 26(a), 29, 201a, 202, and volatile organic methods including NCASI 99.02 and 98.01. Other responsibilities include laboratory and shop parts and supply inventory, vehicle maintenance records, and compressed gas inventory records.
Zip
98662
Office
PDX-Vancouver Office
Personal Information
Title: Sr. Project Manager
Timeline
Sr. Project Manager
Alliance Technical Group
07.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Advanced Industrial Resources LLC
05.2023 - 07.2024
Senior Project Manager
Environmental Technical Services Inc.
02.2010 - 05.2023
Associate of Science - Advanced Industrial Welding Technology
Rogue Community College
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