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BRIAN KELLY

Senior Project Manager
Bend,Oregon

Summary

Senior Project manager with 25 years of experience in environmental consulting, regulatory compliance, and project management across industrial, commercial, and governmental sectors. Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science with an emphasis in regulatory compliance and policy. Proven leadership in managing complex, multi-phase environmental projects with a strong business development background, including client relationship management, proposal development, contract negotiation, and revenue growth through strategic partnerships and service expansion. Committed to delivering end-to-end project support and building long-term client relationships grounded in trust, transparency, and results.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Apex Companies, LLC (formerly PBS Engineering and Environmental, Inc.)
10.2017 - Current
  • Extensive experience leading clients through the full NEPA process, including project scoping, discipline-specific environmental studies (e.g., natural resource surveys, wetland delineations and assessments), development of wetland and habitat mitigation plans, agency coordination, and preparation of NEPA documentation in compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements.
  • Assembled and supervised teams of scientists, served on multidisciplinary teams, given presentations to clients, agency staff, and public stakeholders, supervised preparation of local, state and federal permit applications and environmental reports across a diverse range of permitting and compliance projects, including manufacturing, transportation infrastructure, and pipeline/transmission line rights-of-way.
  • Skilled in assisting private and public clients with meeting the demands of federal, state, and local regulations; due diligence; and the development of environmental compliance programs, corporate policies, and training curriculums.
  • Responsible for local and company-wide business development activities including managing key client relationships and driving strategic growth initiatives that resulted in increases in project opportunities and revenue.

Senior Project Manager/Staff Supervisor

Michael Baker International, Inc
05.2014 - 09.2017
  • Led a team of permitting staff for large-scale oil and gas and mining projects on the north slope and western Alaska. Completed wide range of resource studies to inform permitting.
  • Conducted comprehensive multi-media environmental compliance audits at oil and gas facilities, covering air emissions, wastewater discharges, hazardous waste management, and spill planning; developed detailed audit protocols aligned with EPA and state regulatory requirements to identify non-compliance and recommend corrective actions.
  • Managed team of 10 environmental professionals completing natural resource studies and permitting activities for the Alaska Pipeline Project.

Project Manager

AECOM
05.2006 - 04.2014
  • Performed EHS management services for oil and gas industry clients including several long term seconded positions. Positions included EHS Manager for Anadarko Petroleum from 2008 to 2009 and Compliance Lead and Permitting Manager for the Alaska Pipeline Project from 2010 to 2012.
  • Experienced in interpreting and applying environmental regulations (EPA, RCRA, CERCLA, CWA, CAA, TSCA) and occupational health & safety standards (OSHA, ISO 45001).
  • Managed and completed capital permitting projects for oil and gas exploration programs and permanent facilities on the North Slope and Kenai Peninsula which included directing baseline environmental studies, determining permit applicability, and permit application development and execution.
  • Successfully managed a $2M+ budget for a large-scale environmental remediation project, overseeing all phases through to project closeout.
  • Assisted clients with developing regulatory compliance and training programs to meet permit conditions and state and federal regulations. Agency liaison for regulatory affairs. Planned and coordinated tabletop emergency response drills, developed drill scenarios, and participated in Incident Management Teams.
  • Conducted Environmental compliance audits for facilities in various industries. Participated on multimedia audit teams that assessed facility compliance with hazardous waste management, air and waste water permitting, stormwater management, community right to know and other state and federal regulations.

Project Manager

Environmental Resources Management
09.2002 - 12.2005
  • Conducted multi-media environmental compliance audits and compliance assistance projects for various clients in a wide range of industries including plastics, wood products, high tech, and general manufacturing industries.
  • Experienced in wastewater permitting, stormwater permitting and pollution prevention plans, hazardous waste management, SPCC plans, emergency response, SARA, TSCA, waste minimization, and solid waste.
  • Managed compliance assessments at several major US retailer locations across the western United States during a multi-year compliance assessment of their operations. Implemented corrective actions tracking system and developed follow up program to close out findings.
  • Experienced in large scale, fast track Phase I and compliance assessments delivering clear, concise, and detailed reporting while maintaining client contact.
  • Performed soil and groundwater investigations associated with RI/FS, Voluntary Cleanup Programs, LUST investigations/closure, and Brownfield cleanup sites.

Project Scientist

Geotechnical and Environmental Consultants, Inc.
08.1999 - 08.2002
  • Conducted over 100 Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments on various types of commercial and industrial properties.
  • Conducted and managed indoor air quality investigations and studies to evaluate for the presence of biological and bioaerosol agents.
  • Experienced in client contact, project planning, proposal and cost estimate preparation, development of sampling and testing programs, directing and conducting field investigations, preparation for technical reports, and interaction with attorneys and regulatory agencies.
  • Recipient of 2001 Project Managers’ Award for outstanding performance.

Staff Scientist

ATC Associates, Inc.
03.1998 - 08.1999
  • Provided services related to Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, NEPA investigations, asbestos and lead.
  • Performed asbestos inspections, material sampling and monitoring services to ensure contractor compliance with applicable regulations.

Education

BS - Environmental Sciences

Creighton University
Omaha, NE
12.1997

Skills

Project planning and delivery

Client relationship and account management

Staff supervision and mentorship

Team leadership

Excellent communication

Compliance auditing

Environmental management systems

Permitting

Certification

OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Training

Affiliations

National Association of Environmental Professionals

Pacific Northwest Clean Water Association

Project Management Institute

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Apex Companies, LLC (formerly PBS Engineering and Environmental, Inc.)
10.2017 - Current

Senior Project Manager/Staff Supervisor

Michael Baker International, Inc
05.2014 - 09.2017

Project Manager

AECOM
05.2006 - 04.2014

Project Manager

Environmental Resources Management
09.2002 - 12.2005

Project Scientist

Geotechnical and Environmental Consultants, Inc.
08.1999 - 08.2002

Staff Scientist

ATC Associates, Inc.
03.1998 - 08.1999

BS - Environmental Sciences

Creighton University

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