Brittany DeRosa
Miami,FL
Summary
I am an energetic and motivated individual looking to expand knowledge and experience in Environmental Consulting, Environmental Engineering and Civil Engineering. I have a dense background in Environmental Sciences and Microsoft functions. I am fluent in verbal and written English, moderate in written and verbal Spanish, novice in Japanese. Throughout my academic and professional careers, I’ve acquired experience in a laboratory setting and consulting firms. I have an educational background in Environmental Science, International studies and Ethics with other informational technology and computer basics classes. I have familiarity with federal and state standards for environmental protection (Chapter 24 DERM Standards, Chapter 62 FDEP Standards). I am a fast and eager learner and possess exceptional willingness to take on leadership roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
OPS Engineering Specialist II
Florida Department of Health in Putnam County
Miami-Dade, FL
02.2024 - Current
- Conduct data collection and analysis of survey information.
- Participate in training sessions on safety protocols related to sampling operations.
- Learn new testing methods through continued education and research.
- Assist in the preparation of environmental impact assessments and mitigation strategies.
- Conduct field inspections to monitor progress of project work according to approved plans, specs, codes and regulations.
- Identify discrepancies between actual field conditions and original specifications.
- Investigate complaints from customers regarding quality issues in water systems.
- Attend training sessions to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in engineering methods.
- Maintain and update records of sampling activities.
- Lead and copper rule, bacteriological specialty in drinking water and public water systems.
Project Manager
Pace Analytical
Pompano Beach, FL
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Primary experience in client services (proposals, phone calls, scheduling events, pricing and invoicing) report writing, technical troubleshooting (LIMS system), data entry and QA/QC of laboratory analytical reports, logs and data.
- Managed the development of project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Developed client-facing materials such as presentations, proposals and reports.
- Created and maintained project documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Served as a liaison between internal teams, external partners, and clients.
- Oversaw projects by conveying and managing deliverables.
- Resolved customer complaints relating to laboratory services in a timely manner.
- Managed quality assurance and quality control programs in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Ability for self-will, self-guidance and self-motivation, development in leadership skills, and expected to follow certain GMPs and SOPs to be able to execute job at an exceptional level.
Field Technician
SCS Engineers
Miami, FL
03.2021 - 09.2022
- First six months: performed soil sampling, groundwater and surface water sampling, well construction and installations, CQA, and site monitoring/oversight per FDEP SOPs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop solutions to technical challenges encountered in the field.
- Created detailed reports documenting all work performed onsite including labor, materials and expenses incurred during service calls.
- Identified potential safety hazards related to job tasks and took appropriate action to eliminate them.
- Constructed excel tables to use in reports, reviewed field logs, and preparation of final reports (SAR, SARA, MOP).
- Creation of field logs using macros in excel.
- Proficiency in ArcGIS: Survey123, Collector, ArcMaps.
- Conduct a final QAQC of all deliverables in assistance of project team including final reports, excel tables, analytical reports, site maps (using ArcGIS), and field logs.
Wet Chemist/Analyst
Advanced Environmental Laboratories
Miramar, FL
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducted laboratory tests to analyze the properties of compounds, such as pH levels, solubility, and volatility.
- Execution of lab analyses per FDEP SOPs: Total dissolved solids, total suspended solids, percent solids, total solids, total volatile solids, total organic phosphorus, orthophosphate, some extractions, some metals.
- Operated sophisticated analytical instruments such as mass spectrometers, chromatographs, refractometers, titrators, spectrophotometers.
- Provided guidance and training on proper handling techniques for hazardous chemicals or materials used in laboratory settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05-2020
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- ArcGIS application proficiency
- Client relations expert
- Sales expert
- Logistics experience
- Field Sampling
- Report writing and analysis
- QA/QC procedures
- Project oversight
- Strategic planning
- Innovative thinking
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Japanese
Limited
Affiliations
- Hiking/Diving
- Computer/IT Innovation and Gaming
Timeline
OPS Engineering Specialist II
Florida Department of Health in Putnam County
02.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Pace Analytical
10.2022 - 09.2023
Field Technician
SCS Engineers
03.2021 - 09.2022
Wet Chemist/Analyst
Advanced Environmental Laboratories
09.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Nova Southeastern University
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