Michael Birch Email & Phone Number

Cambridge, On, Ca

Milton, Ontario, Canada

Serving as a Senior Geoscientist at CF Croziers & Associates, within the Enviornmental Division located in Milton, ON.Crozier is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm that provides services in environmental, hydrogeological, civil, water resources, traffic/transportation, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, complemented by landscape architecture and building science. With offices in Milton, Collingwood, Toronto and Bradford, our multi-disciplinary team of over 300 professionals works with our clients to provide technical support and deliver solutions.

Milton, Ontario, Canada

Served as a senior geoscientist at VTX specializing in contaminated sites management and investigation/delineation of soil and groundwater impacts in industrial settings, such as pipelines properties and wood processing plants.Collaborated/managed diverse teams of engineers, geologists, and other professionals on all aspects of project work. Experience extended to industrial, commercial and government clients and includes a variety of project types, such as: Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) for RSC and due diligence, remedial feasibility planning and implementation and excess soil management.

Mississauga, Ontario

Served as project manager within the environmental due diligence and remediation group, specializing in Record of Site Condition and Major Projects.Managed contracts, proposals, and all aspects of project execution, including project planning, budgeting, provision of specialized technical inputs, liaison with clients and regulatory agencies and coordination of multidisciplinary teams.

- Preparation of tender documents and cost quotation forms for contractor bid submissions and evaluation process - Development of sampling and analysis programs, procurement and management of subcontractors, and disposal evaluation- Coordination and supervision of high risk demolition and remediation activities at a former lubricants facility and tank farm- Collaborated with management to coordinate staff resources, discuss upcoming work, and on-going challenges- Responsible for health and safety program implementation through daily and weekly permit review and issuance, preparation of job specific safety analysis documents, oversight and auditing of work performance, and leading safety meetings- Mentored and supported junior staff through field training, positive behavior intervention, and assignment review- Supervised several large soil, bedrock, and groundwater investigations to accurately delineate impacts for remedial excavations- Preparation of complex reports including hydrogeological investigations, plume stability analysis, and ACM abatement

Waterloo, Ontario

- Completed numerous Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (O.Reg. 153/04 and CSA)- Development of a multi-site soil management program for a major transportation company- Long term remediation and monitoring of chlorinated solvents, metals, and petroleum impacts- Environmental permitting/compliance including ECA’s (air, noise, waste), OWRA, PTTW, and RUC- Analysis of chemical and hydrogeological field and analytical data to conceptualize conclusions- Evaluation of remedial technologies with respect to sustainability, cost/benefit, and performance- Assisted with drainage studies to facilitate storm water infrastructure improvements- Contract management including review and execution of terms of conditions, POs, and RFPs - Understanding of QA/QC through regular ISO 14001 training, project audits, and data validation- Prepared investigative/remedial proposals which identified technical requirements/constraints- Interpretation of engineering drawings (e.g. grading and site plans and process flow diagrams)

Waterloo, Ontario

- Accurate and detailed descriptions of soil stratigraphy and hydrogeological conditions- Preparation of technical reports: data interpretation, formulation of conclusions, and next steps- Development of sampling/analysis programs, procurement of contractors, and disposal evaluation- Construction oversight of excavation and drilling activities, surveying, and stockpile management- Conducted building assessments such as Designated Substance Surveys- Participated in emergency response activities including train derailments and highway spills- Experience with software packages including: ArcGIS, gINT, Surfer, Tap Forms- Human health and environmental issues assessed and analyzed in health and safety plans

Brampton, Ontario

- Operated a network of air monitoring stations to provide air quality information to construction contractors- Collected soil, groundwater, and indoor air samples and submitted to laboratories under chain of custody protocol- Conducted field activities such as land surveying, groundwater well development, and landfill gas monitoring

Breslau, Ontario

- Conducted damage assessments on apartment interiors, balconies, parking garages, and parking lots- Prepared cost estimates for renovations on private condominium complexes- Demolished, renovated, restored, and rebuilt condominium balconies- Experience working with various trades such as carpenters and floorers

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.), Geological And Earth Sciences/Geosciences

Grad Certificate, Environmental Control