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Patrick Ganschow

Fort Lupton,CO

Summary

Strategic Operations Manager with proven expertise in project management and process improvement. Developed initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Fostered collaborative environments to achieve organizational goals and drive results.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Guardian Construction
Broomfield, CO
12.2025 - Current

Responsible for the entire branch and territory operations including Project Management, Account Management, Sales/Business Development, and Subcontractors.

  • Coordinated daily site activities with project managers across multiple site, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Managed account managers' business development, sales strategy, and monitored sales goals.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.

Operations Manager

Ponder Company
Englewood, CO
12.2022 - 12.2025

Responsible for entire branch operations including all general, branch, field operations, sales/business development, and project management.

  • Increased the market share to 39% in just 24 months; 19% being new district/customer base.
  • Managed 100% of projects while simultaneously building relationships and securing follow-on or future work.
  • Successfully rejuvenated a suffering branch through various KPI programs both in the office and the field.

Senior Project Manager

Schindler Elevator Corporation
Denver, CO
05.2018 - 12.2022

Responsible for managing capital projects within the Large Projects Division for new elevator, escalator, and moving walk installations.

  • Managed the full life-cycle on multi-million dollar project budgets in high profile projects such as international airports, sports arenas, hospitals, and high-rise buildings.
  • Mentored and trained junior project managers, fostering a collaborative team environment and promoting skill development.

Regional Project Manager

Thyssenkrupp Elevator
Denver, CO
05.2015 - 04.2018

Responsible for managing projects within for new elevator, escalator, and moving walk installations in regional territory.

  • Managed the full life-cycle on multi-million dollar project budgets in high profile projects such as hospitals, international airports, and high-rise buildings.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to determine and execute project schedules on multiple project simultaneously.

Production Supervisor

Midwest Custom Bottling
Pewaukee, WI
03.2012 - 03.2015

Responsible for supervision, maintenance, and operation of all production lines as well as personnel, support equipment and machinery.

  • Managed daily operations of plant production, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Wore many hats in small, rapidly growing, start-up environment.

Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman

United States Air Force
Milwaukee, WI
03.2007 - 03.2013

Responsible for maintaining aircraft and aerospace support equipment, as well as training and supervision of airmen while on and off duty.

  • Executed troubleshooting and repairs on all aerospace systems, enhancing aircraft availability and reliability.
  • Perform all staff and supervisory management functions for team of at least 30 senior and basic airmen.
  • Served 9 months in Base Honor Guard performing funeral details, color guards, and command functions for all base details as required.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Ottawa University
Brookfield, WI.
12-2013

Certificate of Graduation - Military Supervision And Development

USAF PME Airman Leadership School
Little Rock Air Force Base, AR

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Project management
  • Operations oversight
  • Risk Management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Client relations
  • Customer service
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Problem-solving
  • KPI development

Timeline

Operations Manager

Guardian Construction
12.2025 - Current

Operations Manager

Ponder Company
12.2022 - 12.2025

Senior Project Manager

Schindler Elevator Corporation
05.2018 - 12.2022

Regional Project Manager

Thyssenkrupp Elevator
05.2015 - 04.2018

Production Supervisor

Midwest Custom Bottling
03.2012 - 03.2015

Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman

United States Air Force
03.2007 - 03.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Ottawa University

Certificate of Graduation - Military Supervision And Development

USAF PME Airman Leadership School