Environmental and geotechnical engineer with over 10 years of experience managing comprehensive site investigations and remediation projects. Proven track record in technical report writing, project coordination, and compliance with environmental regulations. Skilled in leading teams and ensuring project success through effective client communication and adherence to budget and timeline constraints.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental and Geotechnical Engineer
Willmer Engineering, Inc
Pleasantdale, GA
02.2022 - Current
Managed comprehensive site investigations and remediation from inception to completion ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and client specifications.
Managed project teams for conducting environmental and geotechnical field exploration, soil logging, classification, and completion of boring logs. Assisted in the preparation of technical reports.
Conducted environmental site assessments (Phase I and II ESAs) and soil/groundwater investigations.
Implemented various in-situ testing techniques including field surveys, cone penetration tests, and infiltration tests.
Directed drilling operations and supervised installation of monitoring wells, well rehabilitation, and well abandonment.
Oversaw geotechnical drilling operations for foundation investigations (BFI, WFI, CFI).
Managed and supervised erosion and sediment control activities such as earthwork observation, UST removal observation, and land disturbing activities.
Coordinated subcontractors, managed project reporting and invoicing.
Conducted construction material testing and supervised engineering support activities.
Environmental and Geotechnical Driller Engineer
Geo Lab Drilling and Remediation Services
Winder, GA
05.2018 - 02.2022
Operated drill rigs for environmental and geotechnical sampling and performed high-resolution site characterizations.
Managed field records and logs of drilling activities, ensuring accurate documentation of environmental and geotechnical data.
Conducted soil vapor extraction, overseeing chemical injection support, while maintaining compliance with environmental and safety standards.
Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite to minimize operational downtime, ensuring projects met schedule deadlines.
Worked closely with clients to ensure that projects were completed according to client specifications and schedule.
Conducted soil sample analysis to enhance geological insights and meticulously documented drilling activities, ensuring accurate records of depths and pressures to support project efficiency and decision-making.
Developed strategies for dealing with difficult terrain or weather conditions while operating a drill rig.
Conducted well abandonment, well rehabilitation and well development activities.
PhD Candidate/Research Assistant
Environmental Safety Laboratory, Dnipro National University of Railway Transport
09.2016 - 02.2021
Applied geological knowledge to locate and estimate natural resources, enhancing environmental protection through numerical modeling.
Conducted site assesment and developed methodologies for complex environmental data collection and analysis.
Applied knowledge in water resources planning and management.
Monitored laboratory work to ensure compliance with set standards.
Utilized software such as Matlab for iterative exploration, design, and problem-solving, and GIS, remote sensing for mapping the environment.
Assisted in laboratory maintenance activities such as adjusting, calibrating, sterilizing, and cleaning of field equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation.
Maintained records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
Contributed to multiple undergraduate research projects involving the design of a re-circulatory water system for cultivation and drinking purposes, along with sample preparation procedures for testing.
Farm Developer, Soil Scientist, and Consultant
Water Gold Productions
01.2001 - 09.2010
Conducted a wide range of soil and water monitoring activities.
Managed well, pond installation and sampling tasks.
Spearheaded sampling activities related to environmental compliance.
Performed erosion and sediment control.
Diligently monitored and assessed the environmental and water quality on a consistent basis for land disturbing activities.
Constructed and managed a simple hatchery farm, and modern cage marine culture system for fish farming.
Collaborated with multiple farms to enhance production management, marketing, and distribution efforts.
Performed data management, evaluation and report writing.
Researcher/Environmental Scientist
Advocacy and Training Program division, United Nation Millennium Development Goal/National Youth Service Corps
10.2008 - 10.2009
Assembled, operated, and maintained field and laboratory testing, measuring and mechanical equipment.
Collected and prepared solid and fluid samples for analysis
Played an instrumental role in implementing the United Nations' 7-millennium development goals through extensive research and strategic application.
Developed and monitored implementation of project work plans.
Contributed to various initiatives involving the monitoring and management of watersheds.
Assisted in public information and delivered series of lecture on science topics such as environmental sustainability and reduce biodiversity loss.
Trained artisanal fishermen to improve fish farm management and water quality monitoring.
Assisted in developing water quality laboratory and environmental impact assessment records.
Developed hatchery for fish production.
Research Intern
Nigeria Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research
07.2005 - 06.2006
Assisted with water quality monitoring and sampling tasks.
Executed experiments as directed by principal investigator for environmental investigation and remediation projects.
Prepared and maintained field equipment and complete field work for environmental sampling.
Investigated the breeding biology and early development of finfishes such as Clarias gariepinus, and Nile tilapia.
Cultured microbial organism such as Daphnia for feeding fish.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Environmental Studies
Dnipro National University of Railway Transport
Master of Science - Ecology and Environmental Protection
National Metallurgical Academy of Ukraine
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries
Lagos State University
Skills
Environmental Site Investigation and Remediation (Phase I & II ESAs)
Well, soil, vapor, In-situ sampling
Environmental instrumentation and monitoring
Bridge, Wall, and Culvert Foundation Investigations
Construction material testing and pavement evaluation
Knowledge of federal and local environmental and safety regulations (CWA,CAA,RCRA,CERCLA,SDWA,NEPA,OSHA)
Technical report writing and data analysis
Proposal development and project estimation
Project coordination and budget control
Client relationship management
MODFLOW, GIS, gINT, CADD
Seismic analysis, Apile, GRLWEAP
Microsoft Office Suite, Matlab
Certification
Registered Environmental Professional, National Registry of Environmental Professionals, USA
Certified Environmental Scientist, National Registry of Environmental Professionals, USA
Professional Hydrologist, American Institute of Hydrology, USA
NPDES Training and Certification – Level 1A Fundamentals, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Training Institute, USA
Level 1A Certified Personnel, Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission, USA
132-hour Occupational Safety and Health Professional, OSHAcademy Safety and Health Institute, USA
Watershed Academy Training Certificate, The Watershed Academy Web-Based Training Program, USA
HAZWOPER- 8 HR Refresher, Safety Unlimited, Inc, USA
Hazmat Certification, Troxler Learning Center, USA
ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Certification, American Concrete Institute, USA
Nuclear Gauge Safety Certification, Troxler Learning Center, USA
Timeline
Environmental and Geotechnical Engineer
Willmer Engineering, Inc
02.2022 - Current
Environmental and Geotechnical Driller Engineer
Geo Lab Drilling and Remediation Services
05.2018 - 02.2022
PhD Candidate/Research Assistant
Environmental Safety Laboratory, Dnipro National University of Railway Transport
09.2016 - 02.2021
Researcher/Environmental Scientist
Advocacy and Training Program division, United Nation Millennium Development Goal/National Youth Service Corps
10.2008 - 10.2009
Research Intern
Nigeria Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research
07.2005 - 06.2006
Farm Developer, Soil Scientist, and Consultant
Water Gold Productions
01.2001 - 09.2010
Doctor of Philosophy - Environmental Studies
Dnipro National University of Railway Transport
Master of Science - Ecology and Environmental Protection
Financial Manager at China Energy Engineering Group Shanxi Electric Power Engineering Co., Ltd.Financial Manager at China Energy Engineering Group Shanxi Electric Power Engineering Co., Ltd.