Matthew J van Beek

About Matthew J van Beek

Professional experience the fields of engineering, operations, project management, and engineering management within the manufacturing and gas utility sectors. Experience developing and executing a variety of large capital projects including: manufacturing support, machine design, building/site construction and utility infrastructure upgrades. Some projects involving the management of construction, renovation, and expansion of manufacturing facilities internationally. Prior employers include Alliant Energy, WE Energies, and Kohler Company. Well versed in aspects of program development including: scoping, engineering, capital planning, budgeting, estimating, procurement, site supervision, and start-up/commissioning. Most recent role involved managing a team of engineering professionals that provide technical and operations support throughout Alliant Energy’s Wisconsin service territory. Licensed Professional Engineer (Mechanical Engineer) in Wisconsin, Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Engineering Management from Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE). Experience: International Capital Projects, Project Engineering, Project Managment, Machine Design, Plumbing and Process Piping System Design, New Facility Construction, Cost Estimating, Facility Upgrades/Renovations, Energy Reduction Projects, Natural Gas Regulation Facilities, Construction, Inspection/Maintenance Programs, Mobile Application Development, Capital Planning, Strategic Planning

Experience

1. Vice President Operations Support

   OESC (Oneida ESC Group)

   Feb 2025 — Present · Milwaukee, WI, US

   Key Responsibilities:Project Oversight & Governance- Lead comprehensive reviews of projects to identify schedule, budget, and quality variances, delivering actionable insights to ensure alignment with organizational goals- Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute operational strategies that support long-term business objectives and continuous improvement- Oversee the enterprise-wide Project Management Process, including phase-gate reviews and Go/No-Go evaluations to ensure project readiness and strategic alignment- Collaborate with the COO, Service Line VPs, VP of Business Development, Contracting, and CFO to assess project proposals, focusing on risk exposure and financial outcomes.Drive performance through KPI monitoring and accountability across operations.Enterprise Risk Management- Proactively identify and mitigate financial, operational, safety, and environmental risks- Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards through robust risk management frameworks.Health & Safety Leadership- Champion a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring health and safety programs meet or exceed industry benchmarks- Monitor key safety metrics to drive continuous improvement and maintain high workplace standards.IT Operations & Cybersecurity- Lead all aspects of IT operations, including cybersecurity, infrastructure, software/hardware procurement, and user support- Manage IT budgets and implement cost-saving strategies while maintaining compliance with certifications and standards.Oversee platform management, network administration, and digital development initiatives.Insurance & Claims Management- Direct the procurement and management of all insurance lines, serving as the liaison between the company, brokers, and carriers- Oversee all insurance claims, ensuring timely resolution and effective risk coverage.

Education

• Milwaukee School of Engineering

  MSEM, Project Management

  2007 — 2011

• Milwaukee School of Engineering

  BSME, Mechanical Engineering

  1998 — 2002

Skills

• Project Planning
• Manufacturing
• Budgets
• Program Management
• Microsoft Office
• Construction
• Mechanical Engineering
• Project Engineering
• Change Management
• R&D
• Contract Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Facilities Management
• Project Management
• Engineering
• Procurement
• Electrical Engineering