Kevin D. Coston
Palm Beach Gardens
Summary
Over 20 years of expertise in environmental consulting with a proven track record in environmental site investigations, enforcement audits, and project management. Possesses a deep understanding of local, state, and federal environmental cleanup principles, complemented by extensive experience in overseeing complex environmental projects. Committed to delivering sustainable solutions and adept at leveraging team collaboration and adaptive strategies to consistently achieve project goals while enhancing overall environmental impact. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities and strong organizational skills that drive success in challenging environments.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Project Manager
Midas Corporation/Mavis Tire Company
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Responsible for overseeing and managing environmental projects such as Source Removal and Natural Attenuation Monitoring for contaminated properties for Midas Corporation.
- Responsible for discovery activities and bid solicitation, on through to field activities and ultimately the NFA/Closure.
- Supports Midas corporate facility with compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
- Duties include coordinating and reviewing environmental sites and facility inspections and audits, reviewing environmental assessment reports, preparing reports as required for regulatory compliance, coordinating field services activities, and waste management.
- Coordinating various vendors for franchisee automotive shops.
Environmental Project Manager
TBC Corporation
01.2016 - 06.2025
- Responsible for overseeing and managing environmental projects such as Source Removal and Natural Attenuation Monitoring for contaminated properties.
- Duties include coordinating and reviewing environmental site and facility inspections and audits, reviewing environmental assessment reports, preparing reports as required for regulatory compliance.
- Implement retail, wholesale, and corporate facility compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
- Verified information on permits and contracts for projects to assess compliance with legal requirements.
- Responsible for permit and business licenses renewals.
- Review Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment
Project Scientist
Ellis & Associates, Inc.
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Responsible for proposal preparations, planning, and implementation, and performing environmental investigations, UST removal/closures, and soil excavations in accordance to State of Florida regulatory requirements.
- Provided environmental consulting services to City of Jacksonville-Fleet Maintenance Division.
- Coordinated and scheduled field assignments for multiple ongoing environmental projects.
- Prepared and reviews financial budgets for upcoming environmental assessment projects.
Environmental Scientist
Apex Companies, LLC
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Responsible for conducting environmental investigations and underground storage tank closure investigations on sites under the State of Florida Pre-Approval Program and non-program sites.
- Duties included planning, directing, and performing environmental investigations and soil excavations in accordance with FDEP Regulations.
- Performed a variety of tasks in support of the dewatering system maintenance and groundwater sampling program at the Former Refined Metals Site in Jacksonville, Florida.
- Responsible for maintaining all site paperwork and documentation associated with the current projects.
Project Scientist
Ellis & Associates, Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Responsible for proposal preparations, planning, and implementation, and performing environmental investigations, UST removal/closures, and soil excavations in accordance to State of Florida regulatory requirements.
- Provided environmental consulting services to City of Jacksonville-Fleet Maintenance Division.
- Coordinated and scheduled field assignments for multiple ongoing environmental projects.
- Prepared and reviewed financial budgets for upcoming environmental assessment projects.
- Working knowledge water quality equipment for groundwater purging and sampling.
- Extensive experience in preparation and collection of soil and groundwater samples.
Associate Project Manager
Handex Consulting & Remediation-S.E., LLC
01.1999 - 01.2008
- Responsible for proposal preparations, planning, and implementation, and performing environmental investigations, UST removal/closures, and soil excavations for the State of Florida Pre-Approval Program.
- Extensive experience in managing environmental assessment activities, remediation and due diligence projects.
- Prepared and reviewed technical reports for submittal to the State of Florida and private clients.
- Working knowledge of the rules and regulations associated with environmental projects, which are governed by the State of Florida.
- Prepared and review budgets for State of Florida Contracts, Pre-Approval Programs, and non-Pre-Approval projects.
- Successfully worked out of his residence for two years to finalize several existing projects. Interacted with clients to give status updates on specific sites relevant to the client.
Hydrogeologist II
ROUX Associates, Inc.
01.1989 - 01.1993
- Responsible for conducting Phase I, II and III Site Assessments and Investigations.
- Conducted UST removals/closures for commercial properties.
- Prepared tables and figures associated with the preparation of technical reports.
- Successfully investigated environmental projects for Amoco Oil Corporation for divestment activities.
- Generated and prepared technical reports for timely submission to local, state, and federal agencies.
- Worked on projects regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP).
Hydrogeologist II
ROUX Associates, Inc.
01.1989 - 01.1993
- Responsible for conducting Phase I, II and III Site Assessments and Investigations.
- Conducted UST removals/closures for commercial properties.
- Prepared tables and figures associated with the preparation of technical reports.
- Successfully investigated environmental projects for Amoco Oil Corporation for divestment activities.
- Generated and prepared technical reports for timely submission to local, state, and federal agencies.
- Worked on projects regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP).
Staff Scientist
NUS-Halliburton Corporation-USEPA FIT-3
01.1988 - 01.1989
- Responsible for scheduling and coordinating a team for site investigations.
- Responsible for preparing final site investigation reports for USEPA Region 3.
- Conducted RCRA Enforcement Inspections at various hazardous waste handling facilities.
- Responsible for performing QA/QC procedures on laboratory analytical data.
- Assist team member on various environmental investigation projects.
Water Treatment Plant Operator-B
City of Rocky Mount, Tar River Reservoir and Dam
01.1984 - 01.1988
- Responsible for operation of a 24 MGD Water Treatment Plant during shift scheduling.
- Conducted various lab tests to confirm that proper amount of water treatment chemical was mixed in with the raw water.
- Maintained accurate records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Enhanced water treatment efficiency by optimizing plant operations and conducting routine maintenance.
- Liaison between the public and the City of Rocky Mount providing consumers with water quality and water supply information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
North Carolina Wesleyan College
01.1984
Skills
- Environmental policy development
- Environmental impact evaluations
- Hazardous waste compliance
- Environmental compliance management
- Environmental compliance auditing
- Experienced in stormwater management practices
- Environmental restoration expertise
- Environmental impact evaluation
- Hazardous materials management
- Organizational time strategies
- Strong attention to detail
- Waste management
Accomplishments
- Team Leader for 2 to 4 staff members to complete sampling projects and investigations.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 2 in the development of Environmental Project information for 350 Midas sites.
- Documented and resolved project estimate issues which led to lower cost for projects.
Affiliations
- American Water Works Association
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
- Florida Environmental Professionals
Certification
- OSHA 40-hour Certification & 8-hour Hazardous Waste Site Operator Refresher (1988 through 2023)
- FDEP Stormwater Certification- (2014)
- DOT Hazardous Material Transportation Certification (2013)
- Property Condition Assessment Certification (2013)
- OSHA Required Personal Protective Equipment Training (2012)
- OSHA Required Hazardous Communications Training (2010)
- Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor Certification (2013)
- NIOSH 582 Certification (1998)
- Water Treatment Plant Engineer-License-B, North Carolina (1987)
Timeline
Environmental Project Manager
Midas Corporation/Mavis Tire Company
06.2025 - 08.2025
Environmental Project Manager
TBC Corporation
01.2016 - 06.2025
Project Scientist
Ellis & Associates, Inc.
02.2015 - 01.2016
Environmental Scientist
Apex Companies, LLC
01.2009 - 01.2015
Project Scientist
Ellis & Associates, Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2009
Associate Project Manager
Handex Consulting & Remediation-S.E., LLC
01.1999 - 01.2008
Hydrogeologist II
ROUX Associates, Inc.
01.1989 - 01.1993
Hydrogeologist II
ROUX Associates, Inc.
01.1989 - 01.1993
Staff Scientist
NUS-Halliburton Corporation-USEPA FIT-3
01.1988 - 01.1989
Water Treatment Plant Operator-B
City of Rocky Mount, Tar River Reservoir and Dam
01.1984 - 01.1988
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
North Carolina Wesleyan College
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