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Tyler Van Zandt

Tyler Van Zandt

Project Management/Operations
Oxford, NC,NC

Summary

With over 17 years of experience in operations management, engineering, and military civil affairs, I am currently a Project Manager at Wells Global, where I oversee Electrical Line Distribution projects for the Airport Services Group. My primary focus is on supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to enhance the safety and efficiency of airport operations.

In my role, I leverage my expertise in organizational leadership, executive coaching, and process improvement to effectively plan, coordinate, and execute complex, high-value projects. I pride myself on building and leading diverse teams of talented professionals, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

My military background and civil affairs experience equip me to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and local communities. This unique perspective allows me to deliver tailored solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations.

I am passionate about driving positive change in the aviation industry and am always looking for new challenges that allow me to grow and contribute to impactful projects.

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-van-zandt-61633520/

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
8
8

Organizations led

Work History

Project Manager

Wells Global LLC
Raleigh, NC
01.2022 - Current
  • As a Project Manager in the Airport Services Group, I specialize in overseeing Electrical Line Distribution projects that primarily support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). I manage a portfolio of projects valued at approximately $20 million at any given time, ensuring they are delivered on schedule and within budget.
  • My role involves coordinating complex initiatives, leveraging my expertise in project management to enhance operational efficiency and safety in airport environments. I collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes, aligning efforts with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.

Civil Affairs Officer

US Army Reserve
Greensboro, NC
03.2015 - Current
  • Supervised all aspects of administrative and personnel needs of various Civil Affair Organizations consisting of 32-250 soldiers.
  • Oversaw 5 teams planning, implementing, and realigning field and Civil Affairs operational training and strategies.
  • Integrated Civil Affairs activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
  • Built teams to maximize work force, provided organizational development throughout training cycle while actively recruiting top-quality candidates for needed positions.
  • Primary unit safety officer providing safety training and safety incident investigations.
  • Achieved a 95% operational ready status of $1.5 million of Army equipment within budget over a 5 year period.

Sr. Operations Integrator

Leidos
Reston, VA
04.2020 - Current
  • Operations integrator (manager) for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, DTRA, primarily interacts directly with the customer during the development of intelligence products and actively coordinates all residual logistics for on time completion within customer requirements.
  • Plans, resources, and manages operational tasks for 80+ person team assuring all analysts maintain training certificates, work hours, and all other tasks to ensure administrative tasks do not interfere with operational requirements resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance

Manager, Recall and Field Operations

Inmar Intelligence
Winston-Salem, NC
09.2016 - 03.2020
  • Assured all internal and external stakeholders were satisfied with recall and field operation services. Oversaw 10 Recall Event Managers, 25 Recall Event Coordinators, and 6 Senior Field Operations Managers in a $25 million annual revenue producing division.
  • Managed $10+MM in revenue-generating activity by 15+ consumer product good recalls and 90+ pharmaceutical recalls. Implemented and trained team on new Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.
  • Owned and maintained recall and field operation contract ensuring positive P/Ls. Provided business planning and direction for Recall and Field Services Operations.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members

Field Engineer

Frank L. Blum
Winston-Salem, NC
03.2015 - 03.2015
  • Interacted effectively with site engineering team and field staff to coordinate work that complied with design and construction documents completing an $8+ million project on time and within budget.
  • Hired and supervised 12+ subcontractors to improve production and meet critical deadlines.
  • Identified key changes to project that could affect cost, completion date, and customer relationship.
  • Chief site safety officer with zero safety incidences.

Engineer Officer

US Army
Multiple, Locations
05.2008 - 03.2015
  • Served as both Brigade and Battalion Operations Officer planning, coordinating, and conducting operations for upwards of 5,500 soldiers.
  • Company Executive Officer serving as the Chief Operations Officer leading a team of human resources, supply, logistics, and operations teams.
  • Platoon Leader leading 65-person construction engineer platoon executing training and operations and employing $1.7 million of equipment. Planned and executed 12+ training exercises in Alaska.
  • Primary unit safety officer providing safety training and safety incident investigations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Wake Forest University
Winston-salem, NC
08.2004 - 05.2008

Skills

    Operations management

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Quote

Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right!
Henry Ford

Timeline

Project Manager

Wells Global LLC
01.2022 - Current

Sr. Operations Integrator

Leidos
04.2020 - Current

Manager, Recall and Field Operations

Inmar Intelligence
09.2016 - 03.2020

Civil Affairs Officer

US Army Reserve
03.2015 - Current

Field Engineer

Frank L. Blum
03.2015 - 03.2015

Engineer Officer

US Army
05.2008 - 03.2015

Bachelor of Arts -

Wake Forest University
08.2004 - 05.2008

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