TRAE CAMBLE
Cypress
Summary
Dynamic environmental leader with a proven track record of excelling in regulatory compliance and strategic planning. Spearheaded sustainability initiatives, enhancing project outcomes while fostering stakeholder engagement. Adept at team management and problem-solving, I drive impactful environmental programs that minimize pollution and promote safe practices.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Environmental Affairs Department
Port Houston
10.2017 - 10.2025
- Devised strategies for modifying existing policies to better integrate sustainability initiatives.
- Developed sustainability project goals, objectives or strategies in collaboration with other stakeholders.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Led team of environmental professionals to world class programs and initiatives.
- Developed strategies to minimize pollution levels from construction activities at project sites.
- Assisted in the preparation of applications for permits, licenses, and approvals related to environment matters.
- Conducted risk assessments of potential environmental impacts from proposed projects.
Lead Environmental Compliance Coordinator
Port Houston
12.2015 - 10.2017
- Assisted with implementing short- and long-term municipal code and ordinance-related projects.
- Conducted environmental audits to verify compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
- Educated stakeholders on environmental regulations and best practices.
- Verified information on permits and contracts for projects to assess compliance with legal requirements.
Environmental & Training Manager
Gulf Island Fabrication, Incorporated
08.2011 - 12.2015
- Oversaw all applicable permitting renewals and implementation for 4 companies.
- Responsible for all regulatory reporting submittals to LDEQ & EPA.
- Conducted weekly environmental audits of facilities to ensure compliance within permit parameters.
- Supervised training department activities including setting up in house and third party courses.
- Developed and updated Training Matrix for all companies in Corporation.
- Managed State Training Grant from application to completion for Houma Operations.
Environmental Scientist
Dept. of Environmental Quality
08.2006 - 08.2011
- Performed Clean Air Act compliance evaluations at Title V facilities.
- Documentation of compliance with written reports in EPA format.
- Assisted citizens with complaints associated with air quality issues.
- Performed comparative fugitives monitoring.
- Attended various seminars and trainings in order to stay current with environmental regulations and concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Morehouse College
Atlanta, GA05.2004
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Problem-solving
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptability
- Strategic planning
- Project management
Timeline
Director of Environmental Affairs Department
Port Houston
10.2017 - 10.2025
Lead Environmental Compliance Coordinator
Port Houston
12.2015 - 10.2017
Environmental & Training Manager
Gulf Island Fabrication, Incorporated
08.2011 - 12.2015
Environmental Scientist
Dept. of Environmental Quality
08.2006 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Morehouse College