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Bible Hill, Ns, Ca

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Leading engagement, alignment, and reporting associated with Agri-Environmental and Climate Change strategies and initiatives.- Researching, evaluating, and recommending strategies, beneficial management practices, programs, and action plans most effective and adaptive to complex environmental and climate change challenges impacting agriculture.- Anticipating the impacts of a rapidly changing climate by continuously building the section’s capacity and knowledge of agriculture best practices, biodiversity, and climate-smart farming practices.- Managing a team of professionals responsible for staying up-to-date on the latest engineering, science, and technical analysis, and being original and proactive in developing recommendations and programming on agri-environmental beneficial management practices.- Engaging, building, and enhancing collaborative relations with external experts, third-party delivery agents, government departments and agencies, academia, and partners on emerging findings and priorities.- Improving communication on agri-environmental topics.- Coordinating and collaborating with internal and external partners to provide functional guidance or options necessary to identify, address, and resolve specific environmental and climate change issues, challenges, and opportunities.- Coordinating and collaborating with internal and external partners to lead the delivery, review, and enhancement of environmental programming.

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Lead research and provided advice on agri-environmental issues, enhancing best practices and climate change initiatives.- Organized and presented at seminars and workshops, promoting sustainable agriculture knowledge and practices.- Participated and guided agri-environmental working groups, integrating agricultural and engineering insights into sector projects.- Oversaw federal-provincial funding projects, managing budgets and aligning deliverables with strategic goals.- Advised on agri-environmental program development, focusing on program evaluation and performance metrics.- Ensured engineering projects comply with environmental legislations and standards, upholding environmental integrity.- Handled environmental aspects of infrastructure projects, securing approvals and maintaining wetland bank compliance.- Performed financial analysis and resource management, optimizing project management and operational efficiency.

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Collaborated with project teams to provide comprehensive engineering support on capital projects valued under $50M, as part of the Disaster Mitigation Adaptation Fund (DMAF) Dykeland System Upgrades Project (DSUP), ensuring adherence to design specifications, project timelines, and budgets.- Provided engineering supervision and input throughout the entire project lifecycle, from data collection and planning to design and construction, to ensure optimal project outcomes.- Lead the Geographic Information System (GIS) program for the Resource Sustainability division. Providing Departmental oversight and direction in the development and implementation of GIS technologies and strategies to optimize data collection, analysis, and visualization, resulting in enhanced project planning and decision-making capabilities.

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Led and supervised all surveying and GIS-related work related to the dykeland system, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data, as well as adherence to project timelines and budget constraints.- Oversaw all technical aspects of construction projects, providing expert guidance and support to project teams, while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and specifications.- Coordinated and implemented comprehensive Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) requirements for all projects, ensuring that all necessary safety measures and protocols were in place and followed by all team members, resulting in a safe and healthy work environment for all.

Stellarton, Nova Scotia, Canada

Delivering high quality geomatics solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Delivered a combined GEOG3386/GEOG5686: Concepts in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Analysis under the Department of Geography & Environmental Studies.

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Delivered a combined GEOG3386/GEOG5686: Concepts in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Analysis under the Department of Geography & Environmental Studies.

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Delivered GEOG2386: Introduction to Mapping & Geographical Information Systems (GIS) under the Department of Geography & Environmental Studies.

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Delivered, virtually, GEOG2386: Introduction to Mapping & Geographical Information Systems (GIS) under the Department of Geography & Environmental Studies.

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Delivered, virtually, a combined GEOG3386/GEOG5686: Concepts in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Analysis under the Department of Geography & Environmental Studies.

Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Delivered a combined GEOG3386/GEOG5686: Concepts in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Analysis under the Department of Geography & Environmental Studies.

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Delivered core teaching topics in geomatics to fulfill course requirements for CIVL3830 – Surveying & Applied Geomatics, using effective teaching methods to engage and challenge students and foster their understanding and application of key concepts.- Developed appropriate course content and materials for online delivery through Brightspace, ensuring a high-quality and engaging learning experience for students in remote and blended learning environments.- Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supported student success, providing effective feedback, mentorship, and resources to help students achieve their goals and enhance their skills and knowledge in geomatics.

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Delivered GEOG3386: Concepts in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Analysis under the Department of Geography & Environmental Studies.

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Oversaw the centralized spatial information system, the Dykeland Decision Support Tool, which contained all provincial dykeland related datasets, and managed the data for effective query and analysis.- Developed standard practices for common geospatial tasks and workflows, ensuring consistent and efficient project delivery across the team and the organization.- Provided GIS support and training to team members, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective strategies to enhance skills and knowledge across the team.- Managed tasks and allocated resources for various projects, utilizing strong project management skills to ensure efficient use of resources, timely project delivery, and adherence to quality standards.

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Maintained & updated all GIS data associated with the Land Protection section.- Developed an erosion reporting and assessment criteria for prioritizing sites.- Assisted with aboiteaux maintenance as well as dyke & marshland drainage projects.- Aided with GIS data entry and scanning of maps and documents.- Reviewed and filed historical land development files.- Aided in the tendering process for construction projects.- Developed architectural plan drawings using AutoCAD & Civil 3D.- Created GIS maps and information products for various projects.

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Assisted with the development of the Land Protection Safety Committee and Safety Manual.- Aided in the tendering process for several construction projects.- Developed architectural plan drawings using AutoCAD & Civil3D.- Created GIS maps and information products for various projects.

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Assisted with several groundwater monitoring programs within New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland & Labrador.- Collected soil and water samples following appropriate collection procedures.- Completed a variety of monitoring tasks including: borehole assessment, well decommissioning, setting drillhole locates, OVM soil media, and hydrocarbon spill & stream management.- Assisted with contractor supervision of drillings and tailings management, on-site test pits and recovery well installation.

Fording River Operations (Elkford, British Columbia)

- Focused on the development of a Contaminated Sites Management Plan for Fording River Operations.- Carried out laboratory and field work for the management of dust, water and soil quality.- Assisted in the auditing and monitoring of on-site locations including waste holding sites and laydown areas.- Assisted with the initiation of an informal Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment.- Developed and reviewed new and existing standard practices to ensure the highest levels of environmental stewardship.- Managed all forms of environmental data.

Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Assisted with the development and modification of laboratories within the Department of Engineering.- Responsible for creating and testing lab work for a range of engineering courses.- Validated and applied various engineering principles.

Bachelor Of Engineering, Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering

Graduated and received Bachelor of Environmental Engineering, 2018.

Advanced Diploma, Environmental Engineering Technology

Graduated and received Environmental Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma, 2016.

Advanced Diploma, Geographic Information Systems

Graduated and received Advanced Diploma in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with Distinction, 2016. Part-time (Online).

Environmental Engineering

Activities and Societies: DALconnects Program, Dalhousie Badminton Club Completed two co-op work terms and two academic semesters.

Diploma In Engineering, Environmental Engineering

Activities and Societies: Varsity Badminton (2012-2013), Varsity Men's Soccer (2011-2013), Student Representative Council Formerly known.