Valerie Pitka, MBA, PMP

Founder and Principal Consultant

Valerie Pitka brings over 20 years of leadership experience managing complex, high-risk operations within the United States Navy, including oversight of multi-million-dollar programs in mission-critical environments.

She has successfully led and coordinated large-scale initiatives involving cross-functional teams, operational logistics, and resource management exceeding $95 million in value. Her leadership contributed to mission success in overseas contingency operations, where she implemented process improvements, strengthened accountability frameworks, and enhanced operational efficiency.

Ms. Pitka’s performance has been recognized through multiple distinguished honors, including the Joint Service Commendation Medal for meritorious achievement in support of joint operations, and participation in a unit awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for extraordinary heroism and sustained operational excellence.

She brings a disciplined, structured approach to project management, emphasizing risk mitigation, stakeholder coordination, and delivery of measurable outcomes—directly aligning with the needs of public-sector consulting engagements.

Meet the Team
As projects grow, we bring in trusted team members to support coordination and field execution -

ensuring work stays on track without added complexity.

Project Management Consultant

Jeremy Peek

Jeremy supports projects from planning through closeout with a focus on keeping work organized, on track, and moving forward. He brings hands-on experience coordinating teams, vendors, and day-to-day project activities, bridging the gap between field operations and project documentation.

Known for his reliability and straightforward approach, Jeremy helps ensure nothing slips through the cracks while keeping communication clear and projects running smoothly.

Field Execution Partner

Dan Thayer

Dan brings over 30 years of hands-on expertise in site work and field operations, with a strong reputation for reliability and quality. He leads on-the-ground execution, ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely, and to standard.

As a trusted field partner to VLP Solutions, Dan plays a key role in keeping projects moving, supporting crews, coordinating work in the field, and delivering consistent results clients can count on.

What We Handle

Core Project Oversight

Acting as your single point of contact across all stakeholders
Coordinating contractors, subcontractors, and vendors
Managing day-to-day communication and updates

Schedule & Progress Management

Developing and tracking project timelines and milestones
Monitoring progress and keeping work on schedule
Identifying and addressing delays early

Budget & Cost Awareness

Supporting budget tracking and cost visibility
Flagging potential overruns before they escalate
Reviewing invoices and pay applications for alignment with work completed

Change Orders & Issue Resolution

Managing and documenting change orders
Coordinating approvals and scope adjustments
Resolving issues quickly to avoid project slowdowns

Documentation & Reporting

Maintaining clear, organized project documentation
Providing regular status updates so you’re never in the dark
Supporting compliance and audit-ready records when needed

Quality & Accountability

Ensuring work aligns with project scope and expectations
Keeping contractors accountable to timelines and deliverables
Acting early when something is off track

Why Clients Choose VLP Solutions

Clear Communication - No Guesswork

You’ll always know where your project stands. We provide consistent updates, clear expectations, and straightforward communication so nothing gets lost or overlooked.

Proactive Problem Solving

We don’t wait for issues to escalate. We identify risks early, address challenges quickly, and keep your project moving forward without unnecessary delays.

Structured, Hands-On Oversight

From coordinating contractors to tracking progress, we stay actively involved to ensure work is aligned, on schedule, and meeting expectations.

Reliable and Easy to Work With

We show up, follow through, and keep things organized. Clients trust us to handle the details so they can focus on the bigger picture.