Rachel Garrett
Slidell,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in environmental consulting and project management. Known for implementing successful process improvements and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Ready to leverage expertise for impactful project delivery.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Haines International
Slidell, Louisiana
08.2019 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and timely delivery.
- Managed project timelines and budgets to maintain operational efficiency.
- Coordinated stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and provide updates.
- Developed project plans using industry-standard tools for tracking progress.
- Facilitated risk assessments to identify potential project challenges early.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance team collaboration and communication.
- Mentored junior team members on project management best practices.
- Organized training sessions for team members on new software and tools.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
Associate Consulting Geologist
ERM Consulting
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Conducted soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, soil vapor, and indoor air sampling; perform aquifer testing; oversaw drilling and soil logging; installed and develop monitoring wells; purging and sampling; and ran remedial and wastewater treatment pilot tests
- Supervised soil boring, monitoring well installation, and well development; performed well purging and sampling
- Assisted in operation and maintenance of remedial systems; troubleshot and repair mechanical remediation systems; optimized remediation system performance
- Compiled and evaluated environmental data; assisted in preparing technical reports, environmental compliance work plans, permits, and regulatory submissions for air quality, hazardous waste, spill prevention, stormwater, and wastewater
- Supported Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments for property transfer transactions
- Ensured adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations; prepare and submit compliance documentation
- Worked within quality, budget, and schedule expectations; meet scope-specific assignments
- Liaised with subcontractors, regulatory agencies, tenants, and clients during field activities
Environmental Intern
Terracon Consulting
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted environmental site investigations, assessments, and surveys to sample, measure, and analyze air, water, soil, and materials
- Identified, evaluated, and recommended risk and remediation strategies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Prepared permit applications, risk assessments, technical documents, proposals, reports, and regulatory correspondence
- Designed systems and environmental protection plans for projects such as Phase I/II environmental site assessments, ecological surveys, tank closure assessments, asbestos abatement, stormwater management, and site planning/permitting
- Operated and maintained field monitoring equipment, calibrated instruments, and transported samples to labs
- Supported pre-task planning, followed safety guidelines, and reported safety concerns
- Maintained quality standards in proposal and project delivery
Casino Bars Supervisor
Harrah’s Casino
08.2006 - 06.2022
- Oversaw the day‑to‑day operation of beverage service on assigned shifts, including casino bars and cocktail lounges
- Managed personnel through hiring, training, performance reviews, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions
- Conducted pre‑shift meetings, task supervision, scheduling, and staffing management
- Provided coaching, mentoring, and development to maintain high performance and appearance standards
- Ensured guest service consistently met resort standards and handled service recovery when needed
- Responded to and follow up on guest survey feedback
- Coordinated between shifts and departments to maintain service continuity
- Managed shift‑related paperwork and cash‑handling procedures
- Maintained strict adherence to company policies, ethical conduct, and regulatory compliance (including liquor laws from tribal and state ABC commissions)
- Performed regular safety inspections of bars and Beverage BOH areas
- Conducted physical inventory checks of barware and requested replacements as needed
- Monitored legal compliance with federal, state, and gaming laws
- Motivated the team, uphold high morale, and acted as a role model
- Recommend or take action on wage increases, promotions, or terminations
HR Generalist
LTD Financial Services
01.2006 - 04.2006
- Executed onboarding processes and benefits administration to ensure smooth integration for new hires.
- Prepared correspondence and coordinated recruitment workflows to enhance candidate communication and streamline hiring process.
- Maintained and organized confidential employee files to support compliance and data integrity.
VA Counselor Office Assistant
Veteran Affairs
05.2003 - 08.2005
- Managed sensitive veteran records, ensuring compliance with federal privacy regulations.
- Delivered clerical and administrative support to enhance office operations.
- Created and edited correspondence, reports, and office publications to facilitate communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Earth & Environmental Science, Geoscience Concentration
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA12-2022
Associate of Science - Biological Science
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA12-2016
High School Diploma -
O. P. Walker High School
New Orleans, LA03-2002
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
- Data Analysis
- Technical writing
- Wetland Delineation
- Proficient in LDEQ and EPA regulations
- Proficient in NEPA, CWA, CAA, ESA, RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA
- Proficient in writing HASPs
- OSHA certified
- HAZWOPER certified
- CPR certified
- Operating various field equipment such as hand auger, Geoprobes, PID readers, bailers, bladder pump, peristaltic pump, Myron, YSI, Horiba
- Equis
- ArcGis
- Aquatic Experience Person certification
Timeline
Associate Consulting Geologist
ERM Consulting
01.2023 - 02.2025
Environmental Intern
Terracon Consulting
06.2022 - 01.2023
Project Manager
Haines International
08.2019 - Current
Casino Bars Supervisor
Harrah’s Casino
08.2006 - 06.2022
HR Generalist
LTD Financial Services
01.2006 - 04.2006
VA Counselor Office Assistant
Veteran Affairs
05.2003 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Earth & Environmental Science, Geoscience Concentration
University of New Orleans
Associate of Science - Biological Science
Delgado Community College
High School Diploma -
O. P. Walker High School