Ryan Christopher
About Ryan Christopher
Ryan Christopher is a Construction Manager with extensive experience in managing multi-million-dollar government resources and a Top Secret security clearance from his service in the US Army. He has a proven track record of improving processes, driving team performance, and ensuring compliance with construction specifications.
Work at American Tower
Ryan Christopher has been serving as a Construction Manager at American Tower since 2021. In this role, he ensures that all construction projects comply with the American Tower Master Construction Specifications. His responsibilities include negotiating and reviewing contract terms with both onsite and remote vendors, which is crucial for maintaining project timelines and budgets.
Background in the US Army
Ryan Christopher served in the US Army from 2006 to 2013, holding the position of Logistics/Communications Manager at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. During his service, he obtained a Top Secret (TS/SCI with polygraph) security clearance. His military experience provided him with extensive knowledge in managing multi-million-dollar government resources and developing preventative action plans to mitigate potential risks.
Professional Experience Prior to American Tower
Before joining American Tower, Ryan held various managerial positions. He worked as a Client Services Manager at Reliable Toyota in Springfield, Missouri, for one year from 2013 to 2014. He then served as Operations Supervisor at Christopher Cooling & Heating, Inc. in Sarasota, Florida, for six years from 2014 to 2020. Additionally, he was a Field Operations Supervisor at Paschal Air, Plumbing & Electric in Springdale, Arkansas, for nine months in 2020 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Christopher studied at Ozarks Technical Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in General Studies from 2013 to 2014. He furthered his education at the University of South Florida, achieving a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Business Administration and Management from 2014 to 2017. His educational background complements his expertise in managing projects and driving team performance in high-demand environments.
Skills in Process Improvement
Ryan is recognized for his ability to improve processes and modernize systems, which enhances customer engagement. He proactively identifies potential risk issues and collaborates with management to create effective preventative action plans. His experience in fast-paced environments has contributed to his proven track record of driving high team performance through interdepartmental collaboration.