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U.S. Mid-Atlantic Region

Helping clients from Pacific island territories to Long Island, New York and throughout the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. operate, manage, design, and build water and wastewater infrastructure systems. Projects include assessments, capital improvement studies, design, construction, and operations assistance for wastewater treatment and collection systems, I&I identification and remediation, drinking water source development and treatment systems, ground and elevated water storage tanks… Show more Helping clients from Pacific island territories to Long Island, New York and throughout the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. operate, manage, design, and build water and wastewater infrastructure systems. Projects include assessments, capital improvement studies, design, construction, and operations assistance for wastewater treatment and collection systems, I&I identification and remediation, drinking water source development and treatment systems, ground and elevated water storage tanks, taste and odor studies, and infrastructure master planning. Show less

Tutuila, American Samoa

Manage the Engineering Services Division, Water and Wastewater Departments and construction crews to advance various EPA-funded ASPA infrastructure projects. Primary duties involved managing department programs and project budgets, engineers, construction crews, consultants and contractors in the design and construction of domestic water supply production, storage, treatment, and distribution; and wastewater collection and treatment systems. Assisted ASPA’s Solid Waste, and Power Transmission… Show more Manage the Engineering Services Division, Water and Wastewater Departments and construction crews to advance various EPA-funded ASPA infrastructure projects. Primary duties involved managing department programs and project budgets, engineers, construction crews, consultants and contractors in the design and construction of domestic water supply production, storage, treatment, and distribution; and wastewater collection and treatment systems. Assisted ASPA’s Solid Waste, and Power Transmission and Distribution operations as needed. Interfaced with numerous federal and territory agencies for funding opportunities, regulatory requirements, collaboration, education, and other project needs. Project work included new drinking water source development, GWUDI treatment systems, storage tank condition assessments, booster and PRV stations, sewage pump stations, gravity collection mains, force mains, treatment facilities, on-site wastewater disposal systems, research and feasibility studies on alternative energy technologies (waste-to-energy, geothermal, wind, solar, biofuels), hazardous waste disposal systems, solid waste management with possible diversions for energy applications, hydrocarbon pollution detection and remediation, SCADA system design, and improving groundwater protection methods. Show less

Worldwide

Conceptualized, spearheaded and marketed a global project exploring evolving trends in water, energy, air quality, waste management, and other natural resource issues affecting more than 50 countries world-wide. Consulted with and advised various individual, governmental and non-governmental organizations on energy and water supply and demand infrastructure with a focus on sustainable use, alternative sources, conservation, and future planning. Reviewed design of existing and proposed… Show more Conceptualized, spearheaded and marketed a global project exploring evolving trends in water, energy, air quality, waste management, and other natural resource issues affecting more than 50 countries world-wide. Consulted with and advised various individual, governmental and non-governmental organizations on energy and water supply and demand infrastructure with a focus on sustainable use, alternative sources, conservation, and future planning. Reviewed design of existing and proposed infrastructure developments in Central/South America, Asia, Middle East, Africa, Australia and the South Pacific and assessed impacts to regional and global economic stability, environmental and public health. Geopolitical maneuvers of major and emerging economic powers - particularly how they are currently shaping international and domestic policy in security, energy and water supply, agriculture, climate change and other environmental spheres - were analyzed. Show less

Phoenix, Arizona

Focused on municipal and private land development projects to design and manage construction of primarily water and wastewater infrastructure projects valued at approximately $60 million. Detailed engineering responsibilities included preparation of all contract documents (design drawings, equipment specifications), management of project/CAD personnel, and construction management (submittal review, project inspection, reports, start-up). Accounting responsibilities included estimating, pay… Show more Focused on municipal and private land development projects to design and manage construction of primarily water and wastewater infrastructure projects valued at approximately $60 million. Detailed engineering responsibilities included preparation of all contract documents (design drawings, equipment specifications), management of project/CAD personnel, and construction management (submittal review, project inspection, reports, start-up). Accounting responsibilities included estimating, pay request review, change order authorization, project closeout, bond release. Conducted meetings coordinating with government and private stakeholders to obtain and maintain various construction and operating permits, including NPDES and others in the environmental, health, and safety arena. Specific projects included City of Phoenix water system expansion: 30-inch to 54-inch water main, 7 water booster stations, water reservoirs, and sewer main extension; 1.2 MG water reservoir, surge protection and yard piping modifications for the Anthem Water Campus; Maricopa County Lake Pleasant water/wastewater improvements; City of Phoenix Sheely Farms 40 MGD PRV station; City of Peoria water booster station; City of Show Low sewer line expansion. Show less

Sacaton, Arizona

Developed, designed and managed construction of domestic water, wastewater, and solid waste projects. Directed and managed engineering technicians, contractors, and tribal construction crews throughout project construction and operations. Provided operational, technical and managerial assistance to tribal public works utility. Responsible for developing and administering IHS and EPA contracts and funding, NEPA, SDWA, and other federal and tribal compliance strategies for both on-going… Show more Developed, designed and managed construction of domestic water, wastewater, and solid waste projects. Directed and managed engineering technicians, contractors, and tribal construction crews throughout project construction and operations. Provided operational, technical and managerial assistance to tribal public works utility. Responsible for developing and administering IHS and EPA contracts and funding, NEPA, SDWA, and other federal and tribal compliance strategies for both on-going operations and new projects. Accomplishments included design and construction of water reservoirs, domestic water wells, sewage lift stations, facultative lagoons, solid waste transfer stations, water/sewage mains, and septic systems. Planned and implemented $16 million, 5-year capital improvement plan. Sought and obtained funding for various environmental and public health programs through research, community outreach and successful grant writing. Adapted to unique, culturally diverse work environment on Arizona tribal lands to achieve timely project completion. Show less

Tucson, Arizona

Managed client sampling needs for the collection of various soil and water matrices from the field in compliance with SDWA, CWA and NPDES requirements. Advised clients on regulatory issues. Wrote S.O.P.s for fieldwork adhering to EPA protocols and performed lab analysis. Created and maintained strong customer relationships with responsive scheduling and friendly, professional service.

Bachelor Of Science, Environmental Engineering T.

Activities and Societies: Graduated Magna Cum Laude; Inductee, Tau Alpha Pi National Engineering Honor Society; Recipient, 1992 Norwich.

Master Of Science Candidate, Nuclear And Environmental Engineering

Activities and Societies: Fellow, 1992 U.S. Department of Energy Operational Health Physics; Fellow, 1992 Institute for Nuclear Power.

High School Diploma, College Preparatory Curricula