Thomas M. Irvine

• Oversaw site safety and health as the primary officer while managing quality control and field operations for a bioremediation project using sonic drilling with sodium lactate injection, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project milestones.
• Managed health and safety protocols for 20-30 subcontractors and 10-20 employees across multiple project sites, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinated construction activities for 10+ contractors and subcontractors, overseeing safety checks and quality control while facilitating effective communication with property owners.
• Communicated safety and health issues, rules, and concerns to over 100 contractors and visitors, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
• Provided accident investigation/reporting documentation, public correspondence, and daily reporting, and assured daily compliance with USACE safety 385-1-1 regulations.

• Construction oversight for the regulatory oversight of a Remedial Investigation and Interim Remedial Measure program being conducted by a Potentially Responsible Party at a 240-acre former major oil storage facility.
• The work includes the deconstruction of over 35 aboveground storage tanks and associated infrastructure, environmental sample collection, data evaluation, implementation of Interim Remedial Measures, including excavation and off-site transportation and disposal of impacted material, in-situ treatment of contaminated material via chemical oxidation, and construction of an environmental cover.
• Observed technical work to ensure adherence to approved work plans, Health and Safety Plan, and compliance with NYSDEC and New York State Department of Health regulations.
• Documented records related to investigation and Interim Remedial Measure activities, providing on-site support for field data review and compilation.
• Executed environmental work activities and tracked nonconforming items.

• Directed the preparation and management of the thermal treatment system construction and operation.
• Designed site preparation including stormwater diversion, system layout around active railroad tracks with three jack-and-bore installations, wetlands, and soil cap covers; secured railroad permit and coordinated site activities to maintain operational integrity.
• Coordinated with local electric provider for power grid extension to site.
• Executed electrical resistance heating in situ thermal remediation with soil vapor extraction for remediation of chlorinated volatile organic compound soils.

• EA - Construction Manager
• Conducted daily observations and inspections, maintained photographic records, and prepared Daily Inspection Reports for NYSDEC and design team to support regulatory compliance.
• Reviewed design drawings and specifications, communicated field conditions to ensure accurate reporting and alignment with project requirements.
• Coordinated on-site testing, verification of the contractor's procedures, and documentation of work performed on-site.
• Performed landfill capping processes to achieve safe closure and ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
• Cleanup activities in these areas will include excavating contaminated soil and sediment, on- and off-site solidifying and consolidating the excavated soil, and fully covering and containing it with an engineered cover.

• Provided Title II services supporting Air Force Civil Engineer Center in deconstructing pier and upland facilities, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Reviewed contractor submittals, addressed requests for information, assisted in negotiating change requests, and evaluated contractor pay requests to ensure project alignment.
• Monitored work progress, means, and methods to ensure conformance with design plans, specifications, and permit requirements, mitigating risks of non-compliance.
• Delivered Title II services to facilitate safe demolition of selected facilities at the Defense Fuel Support Point in Newington.
• Delivered comprehensive support services, including full-time on-site oversight, to meet project requirements.

Construction Management; Former Adirondack Steel Site, Watervliet, New York; New York State Department of Environmental Conservation; Construction Manager—Responsible for assisting the client with the management and execution of construction contracts for the remedial action at the Former Adirondack Steel Site. The remedial action included excavating approximately 13,000 cubic yards of polychlorinated biphenyl-impacted soil and sediment. Some of the remediation consisted of excavation and excavation support along an active Canadian Pacific Rail Line. Review and approve Contractor submittals and respond to requests for information, substitution requests, and change orders. Coordinated project schedule and flagging needs with CP Railroad on behalf of the client. Reviewed contractors’ applications for payment and tracked construction schedule/progress.

Managed construction projects adhering to environmental regulations and safety standards.

• Coordinated with contractors to ensure compliance with project specifications and timelines.
• Conducted site inspections to assess work quality and adherence to environmental guidelines.
• Communicated with EA office staff, contractor personnel, and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to coordinate progress updates and address critical path items.

• Managed construction projects adhering to environmental regulations and safety standards.
• Oversaw contractor to implement remedial action, including building demolition, soil excavation, and soil sampling, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
• Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure timely project completion and quality control.
• Communicated regularly with EA office staff, contractor personnel, and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation on project progress and critical-path items, facilitating timely decision-making.
• Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations.

• For the implementation of a Supplemental Remedial Action at the Former Naval Weapons Industrial Reserve Plant.
• Managed the successful implementation of modifications to an existing groundwater extraction and treatment system.
• The system modification's primary goal was to install an advanced oxidation process that utilizes hydrogen peroxide injection and ultraviolet light to address the presence of emerging contaminant 1,4-dioxane in groundwater.
• Executed system modifications by replacing float switches, flow meters, and pH sensors to enhance operational reliability.
• The upgrade also included a programmable logic controller to provide remote access for system operators.
• Performed performance verification sampling to confirm the ultraviolet system successfully destroyed 1,4-dioxane to meet performance standards.
• Assessed verification sampling results to identify that the hydrogen peroxide pump specified by the designer was oversized, proposed solutions to this issue, and generated submittals for an appropriately sized dosing pump and appurtenances.
• Created Remedial Action Work Plan, Accident Prevention Plan, and Sampling and Analysis Plan for Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to ensure compliance and facilitate project execution.
• Secured client and regulatory approval for Construction Completion Report and as-built drawings to finalize project documentation.

• Oversaw drilling operations and site safety to meet project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinated well abandonment operations and managed soil excavation to ensure compliance with safety regulations and project timelines.
• Managed project timelines and resource allocation for engineering tasks.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and communications.
• Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for ongoing projects.

• Managed project timelines and coordinated team tasks for efficient workflow.
• Facilitated communication between stakeholders to ensure project alignment and clarity.
• Organized project documentation and maintained records for team reference.
• Executed tasks aligning with previous experience to support project objectives.

• Executed site remediation through construction of remedial systems, pipe installation, equipment fabrication, tank removals, and soil excavations, ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
• Supervised daily construction activities and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
• Conducted site inspections to monitor progress and enforce quality standards.
• Coordinated project schedules and managed resources to meet deadlines.
• Managed space allocation and supervision, optimizing site layout for operational efficiency during project duration.

• Performed well installation and pump and treatment system installation and operation to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• Operated drilling rigs and equipment to extract groundwater efficiently.
• Installed and operated environmental dewatering systems to manage groundwater levels effectively.
• Conducted site assessments to determine drilling locations and water quality.
• Maintained and repaired drilling equipment to ensure optimal performance.