Curtis Franklin

Senior Program/Project Manager with 40+ years of experience in environmental management, aquatic biology, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for delivering sustainable solutions, leading multidisciplinary teams, and exceeding client expectations in complex, high-profile projects. Adept at mentoring staff, navigating challenging regulatory environments, and driving innovation in environmental stewardship. Mr. Franklin is recognized for his collaborative approach and steadfast commitment to upholding the highest standards of environmental stewardship. He excels in conveying complex technical concepts to a diverse range of stakeholders, ensuring that clarity and transparency are maintained throughout every phase of project execution. With over forty years of experience in environmental management and aquatic biology, Mr. Franklin has demonstrated a consistent track record of leadership in designing and delivering sustainable solutions to complex projects. His expertise encompasses regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and incident response, enabling him to serve as a trusted advisor across both public and private sector initiatives. Mr. Franklin’s ability to cultivate effective teamwork has contributed to the successful delivery of high-profile projects, often in challenging regulatory and operational environments. His hands-on leadership style keeps his teams focused on safety, compliance, and innovation, resulting in outcomes that consistently exceed client expectations. Throughout his career, Mr. Franklin has actively engaged in ongoing professional development, keeping his expertise up to date with evolving industry standards and emerging technologies. He is also recognized for mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address environmental challenges holistically.

• Reviewed and progressed over 400 FEMA grant applications totaling $700M, ensuring NEPA compliance and funding approval.
• Managed $790K contract for DFW International Airport, overseeing noise support services, UST remediation, and groundwater sampling.
• Received Distinguished Service Award for Hurricane Katrina response (Weston Solutions, 2006).
• Awarded Inspire – Extreme Customer Satisfaction and Outstanding Customer Service (Wood E&IS, Inc., 2019).

• Committee Member, ASTM E-50
• Member, Institute of Hazardous Materials Managers
• Member, Society for Marketing Professional Services
• Member, Society of American Military Engineers

• Franklin, C.W., B.S. Banipal, A. D. Rotan, and R. Franklin, “Using Remote Sensing Technology to Locate Oil Spills at Lake Oolagah, Oklahoma,” International Oil Spill Conference, Seattle, WA, March 1999.
• Franklin, C. W., K. L. Long, K. G. Clark, and J. C. Petersen, “Use of Portable X-Ray Fluorescence at Superfund Sites, EPA Region 6 Removal Program,” Superfund XIV Conference, Washington, DC, November 1993.

• 40 Hr. Hazardous Materials Management, USEPA (1988)
• Hazardous Materials Response for First Responders (USEPA, 1987)
• U.S. Army Chemical and Biological Countermeasures Course (1999)
• Indoor Air Quality Advanced Diagnostics, North Texas AIHA (1998)
• Incident Command System, USCG & FEMA NIMS Training, ICS 100/200/300/700
• Crisis Management Training, Corporate Response Group (1995)
• Construction Claims Under Texas Law, Cambridge Institute (1994)

• Public Trust-DHS, Expires December 2027
• TSA, Pre-check, Expires 2028
• License to Carry, Texas, Expires 3/7/2028