Jaroslaw Kaminski, PG
Richfield
Summary
Results-driven Senior Manager with expertise in strategic business planning and development, recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and team productivity. Demonstrates strong leadership, effective communication, and decisive problem-solving capabilities. Proven track record of implementing innovative management strategies that significantly improve organizational performance. Committed to driving growth and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
4j Environmental LLC
Richfield
08.2021 - Current
- Established and grew 4j Environmental in northeast Ohio, managing all operations, including business development, field procedures, and report preparation.
- Oversaw financial performance, scheduling, portfolio and project management, technical reviews, budgeting, business development, and agency negotiations.
- Led environmental investigation and remediation projects, ensuring timely and successful project completion.
- Monitored progress against key performance indicators during project execution.
- Developed, managed and delivered a range of consultancy services to clients.
- Conducted research and analysis on complex business problems and prepared reports for stakeholders.
- Implemented quality assurance standards in order to ensure that all deliverables meet customer requirements.
Senior Project Manager
AKT Peerless Environmental
Solon
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Established AKT's presence in northeast Ohio, leading office operations, business development, and staff training.
- Managed employee performance, financial tracking, project portfolios, technical reviews, budgeting, and agency negotiations.
- Directed environmental investigation and remediation projects, ensuring effective project management and client relations.
- Oversaw the achievement of all technical, financial, and scheduling goals.
- Delivered high level of service to clients to extend relationship and encourage further projects.
- Oversaw budgets for project, tracked expenses, and timelines and communicated with key stakeholders on milestones.
- Directed project execution strategies, contingency planning, and problem resolution.
Operations Manager/Senior Project Manager
Vadose Environmental Consultants, Inc.
Akron
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed and managed Vadose's operations, driving business growth, staffing, and junior staff mentorship.
- Oversaw financial performance, project scheduling, technical reviews, report preparation, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
- Led environmental investigation and remediation projects, providing technical writing and marketing support.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Produced SOPs to document workplace procedures and optimize productivity through standardization.
Senior Project Manager
August Mack Environmental, Inc.
Cleveland
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Managed office operations, employee performance, financial tracking, project scheduling, and technical reviews.
- Implemented environmental investigation and remediation projects, ensuring compliance, and effective client communication.
- Directed project management, technical writing, marketing, and client engagement.
- Led cross-functional teams in planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Oversaw quality control throughout the project life cycle to ensure deliverables met or exceeded expectations.
Department Manager, Senior Project Manager
Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Cleveland
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Expanded Terracon's environmental services in northern Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, managing departmental operations, and business development.
- Directed project management, environmental investigations, and remediation projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Led technical writing, marketing efforts, and interactions with clients and regulatory agencies.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Lead and manage a team of 10 to 15 employees in the department, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
- Participated actively in strategic planning sessions with top executives from different divisions.
- Cultivated talented team of departmental employees through outstanding mentoring, coaching, and teaching skills.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity.
- Modeled supportive leadership qualities, motivating staff to achieve department goals and promote staff participation and team building.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and setting objectives.
Branch Manager, Project Manager
Pangean-CMD Associates, Inc.
Akron
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Founded and supervised Akron, Ohio branch office.
- Directed environmental investigation and remediation projects, overseeing field personnel, and maintaining remediation systems.
- Delivered project management, technical writing, marketing, client interaction, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead and manage a team of employees, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
- Assisted Human Resources in recruiting qualified candidates for open positions within the branch office.
- Enforced safety rules and other policies to protect employees and minimize company liability.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
Senior Geologist, Project Manager
URS Corporation
Cleveland
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Managed field activities and personnel for environmental projects at approximately 350 BP retail facilities, ensuring budget adherence and project execution.
- Conducted environmental site characterizations, Phase I and II ESAs, and field supervision, complying with regulatory standards.
- Led the installation and maintenance of site remediation systems, fostering effective client and regulatory communications.
- Managed data gathering, interpretation, and submission techniques for field projects.
- Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
Geologist
August Mack Environmental, Inc.
Stow
01.1999 - 08.2000
- Supervised a $7 million site facility decontamination and closure project, coordinating multiple subcontracted firms, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Performed Phase I and II ESAs, subsurface investigations, and asbestos surveys for real estate transactions.
- Directed drilling projects and field data collection, contributing to site characterization and subsurface investigations.
Geologist
SECOR International Inc.
Uniontown
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Managed a hazardous waste unit closure, overseeing sample collection, surveying, and contaminant reduction zone maintenance.
- Supervised drilling projects and installed monitoring wells at waste unit closures, UST sites, and natural gas facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Kent State University
Kent, OH01.1996
Skills
- Project management
- Business development
- Program coordination
- Performance tracking
- Customer relationship management
- Verbal and written communication
- Employee management
Certification
Professional Geologist, Louisiana
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Principal
4j Environmental LLC
08.2021 - Current
Senior Project Manager
AKT Peerless Environmental
07.2019 - 08.2021
Operations Manager/Senior Project Manager
Vadose Environmental Consultants, Inc.
08.2018 - 07.2019
Senior Project Manager
August Mack Environmental, Inc.
01.2017 - 03.2018
Department Manager, Senior Project Manager
Terracon Consultants, Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2017
Branch Manager, Project Manager
Pangean-CMD Associates, Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2012
Senior Geologist, Project Manager
URS Corporation
01.2000 - 01.2009
Geologist
August Mack Environmental, Inc.
01.1999 - 08.2000
Geologist
SECOR International Inc.
01.1996 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Kent State University
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