Key Personnel

Areas of Specialization

• Project Management and Coordination
• GIS Analysis
• Data Management
• Technical Reporting and Regulatory Correspondence
• Brownfield Investigations and Site Assessments
• Multi-media (Air, Water, Waste, Soil, Soil Gas) Sampling
• SCRIBE Sample Management Database
• EarthSoft EQuISTM Database
• 10-hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
• Level A Personal Protection Training
• Basic Radiation Training

Professional Experience and Qualifications

Removal Activities

• Ashland, Inc., Ashland Research Center, Wilmington, DE, Environmental Scientist, February 2018 to Present
• EPA Region 3 START, Lower Darby Creek Area Clearview Landfill (OU-1) Site, Philadelphia, PA, Project Manager, August 2017   June 2020.
• Occidental Chemical Site, Pottstown, PA, Environmental Scientist, June 2008 to September 2008.
• Delaware DOT St. Anne’s Church Road Landfill Site, Middletown, DE, Environmental Scientist, May 2007   February 2009.
• Delaware DOT Tweeds Park Site, Hockessin, DE, Environmental Scientist, March 2007 to June 2007.
• Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Doxsee Site, Lewes, DE, Environmental Scientist, August 2003 to October 2005.

Remedial Activities (CERCLA / RCRA)

• EPA Region 3 Lower Darby Creek Area   Clearview Landfill Superfund Site, Remedial Action, Philadelphia, PA, Project Manager, June 2020 to Present.
• EPA Region 3 Lower Darby Creek Area   Clearview Landfill Superfund Site, Philadelphia, PA, Environmental Scientist, August 2003 to August 2017.
• EPA Region 3 Old Wilmington Road Superfund Site, Coatesville, PA, Environmental Scientist, August 2003 to Present.
• EPA Region 3 / PADEP Havertown PCP Site, Long Term Remedial Action (LTRA), Operation and Maintenance (O&M), Havertown, PA, Environmental Scientist, 2003 - Present.
• Croydon TCE Site, Remedial Action (RA) Phase, Croydon, PA, Environmental Scientist, 2003-2005.
• EPA Region 3 Watson Johnson Landfill Superfund (CERCLA) Site, Quakertown, PA, Environmental Scientist, 2003 to 2019.
• EPA Region 3 Big John Salvage Superfund Site, Fairmont, WV, Environmental Scientist, April 2005 to July 2006.
• EPA Region 3 Greenwood Chemical Site, Greenwood, VA, Environmental Scientist, August 2004 to November 2007.

Site Investigation and Remediation

• State of Delaware, Department of Transportation, Statewide Environmental Services Contract, Environmental Scientist, August 2003 to Present.
• Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Chestnut Run Site, Elsmere, DE, Environmental Scientist, 2012 to March 2016.
• Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Toni Cleaners Site, Elsmere, DE, Environmental Scientist, July 2007 to March 2016.
• Delaware Office of Management and Budget, Delaware State Police Troop 1 Site, Wilmington, DE, Project Manager, March 2017   May 2018.
• Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Former Scull Landfill Site Feasibility Study (FS), Dover, DE, Project Manager, October 2013   July 2014.
• The Budd Metal Company, Remedial Action, Wilmington, DE, Environmental Scientist, August 2009 to August 2012.
• Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Syntech Site, Newark, DE, Environmental Scientist, 2010 to 2013.
• Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Seaboard Lumber Site, Bridgeville, DE, Environmental Scientist, October 2009 to December 2009.
• City of Newark, Cleveland Avenue Landfill, Newark, DE, Environmental Scientist, October 2007 to 2009.
• Army Creek Superfund Site, New Castle, DE, Environmental Scientist, 2003 to March 2006.
• Maryland Department of Environment, Dwyer Site, Elkton, MD, Environmental Scientist, 2003 to 2006.
• Riverfront Development Corporation, Jablow Property, Wilmington, DE, Environmental Scientist, September 2003 to January 2005.
• Various Projects, Western Pennsylvania and Ohio, Environmental Science Intern, May 2001 to August 2001.

Environmental Due Diligence

• AWAC Services Company, Inc., Various Sites, Environmental Scientist, November 2015.
• State of Delaware, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Statewide Assessment of Wastewater Facilities, Delaware, GIS Specialist, August 2010 to September 2012.
• Delaware Gas Station Sites, Delaware, Project Manager, April 2008- September 2008.

NEPA Environmental Assessments

• New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Grant Program Environmental Assessment Field (EAF) Contract for Environmental and Historic Preservation Reviews, New Jersey, NJDEP, August 2013 - 2016.

Areas of Specialization

• Implementation of soil, soil vapor and groundwater sampling procedures
• Environmental remediation system operation and maintenance
• Phase I and Phase II site assessments and remedial investigations
• Brownfield investigations and voluntary cleanup program support
• GIS (basic Knowledge)
• landscape experience

Professional Experience and Qualifications

Environmental Alliance, Inc., Geologist II

• Extensive experience collecting and interpreting samples of various environmental media
• Environmental oversight for numerous projects including direct push drilling jobs, monitoring well installation and abandonments, underground storage tank system removals and high vacuum extraction events
• Aid in the hiring process by attending career fairs and conducting interviews of potential hires
• Comfortable coordinating with labs, subcontractors and clients to complete job tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Knowledge of environmental remediation systems and equipment, as well as experience operating heavy machinery
• Ability to adapt and think critically in the field to accommodate for changes in project work scopes
• Ability to write reports concisely and effectively for project milestones including, Phase I, Phase II, Tier 0, Tier 1 and Tier 2 investigations

University of Delaware, Geology Department, , Undergraduate Research Assistant

• Worked alongside a post doctorate student and grad students in the hydrology department studying groundwater flow associated with the Delaware Bay under the supervision of Holly Michael, PhD, Hydrology
• Endured long hours in the field deploying and operating seepage meters and EC meters
• Acquired and entered data into Excel for statistical analysis

Areas of Specialization

• Project Management and Coordination.
• Negotiation and Collaboration with State and Federal Agencies.
• Development and Implementation of Contaminated Site Sampling and Analysis Plans (Soil, Groundwater, Sediment, Surface Water).
• Statistical Analysis of Sampling Data.
• Human Health Risk Assessment.
• Vapor Intrusion Assessments and Mitigation.
• Ecological Screening Level Risk Assessment.
• Feasibility Studies / Remedial Strategy Design, Construction, Operation and Maintenance.
• RCRA Hazardous Waste Facility Permitting and Compliance (Part A and Part B Applications).
• Facility Permitting and Compliance (Air Permitting and Emissions Modeling, BACT Analysis, NPDES Permitting, SPCC Plan, RCRA Contingency Plan, TRI Reporting, Tier II Reporting, Biennial Hazardous Waste Reports).
• Land Disturbance Compliance (Site Plan, E&S Plan, Wetlands Permitting).
• Phase I Real-Estate Environmental Site Assessments / Transaction Screens / Due Diligence.
• ISO 14001 Certified Auditing.

Qualifications

• Participated in and managed projects conducted pursuant to CERCLA and RCRA as well as the completion of projects through various State-led programs related to State superfund programs and landfills, State voluntary cleanup programs, UST sites, and Brownfield redevelopments.
• Conducted oversight and implementation of Site Characterization and Remediation activities (soil and groundwater characterization, remedial investigation and delineation, vapor intrusion pathway evaluation, feasibility studies, pilot testing, system design, remediation technology installation and construction, operation & maintenance).
• Working knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA, and State (DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA) regulations for implementation of Site Characterization, Remedial Investigation, Remedial Design, Remedial Action Implementation and Site Closure.
• Managed and provided engineering support on a variety of site construction and demolition projects. Specific responsibilities included: Field Data Collection, Site Plan and/or E&S Plan development and review, Contractor Management and Construction Oversight, local and State agency coordination/interaction, Permitting, and Cost Estimate Development.
• Development and implementation of human health risk assessments at RCRA hazardous waste treatment facilities in AR and VA and contaminated sites in DE, NJ, PA, and VA.
• Development and implementation of ecological risk assessments at RCRA hazardous waste treatment facilities in AR and VA and contaminated sites in DE and NJ.
• Development, review, and compliance support for various Federal and State regulated facility plans and permits.

Areas of Specialization

• Project Management and Coordination, Negotiation with State and Federal Agencies.
• UST / AST Investigation, Remediation and Closure.
• Project Strategy Consulting and Risk Assessment, Site Forensics Evaluation.
• Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments.
• Development and Implementation of Soil Vapor, Soil and Groundwater Sampling Programs.
• Remediation System Design, Construction, Operation and Maintenance: Air Sparging, Soil Venting, ISCO, Bioremediation, Substrate Injection, and Groundwater Treatment System Technologies.
• In-Situ Chemical Oxidation Remediation Specialist.
• Bio-Remediation / Bio-Venting System Operation and Maintenance.
• Risk Based Corrective Action.
• Statistical Analysis of Sampling Data.
• State and Insurance Reimbursement Programs and Funding.

Qualifications

• Mr. Rossi is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Environmental Alliance, Inc. Delaware office, which provides Consulting, Engineering, Technical Support, and Field Monitoring throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, as well as Field Support and Resources to satellite offices in Virginia, New Jersey, Maryland, and western Pennsylvania.
• As a Senior Project Manager, Mr. Rossi maintains a portfolio of various industrial and petroleum projects and is responsible for continued client development and conducts the training of Staff and Project scientists.
• Account manager on projects for Sunoco, Inc. (R&M), Pep-Up, Inc, WaWa, Inc., Magellan Terminals LP, Superior Tube Company, Inc. and various other regional and national companies. Mr. Rossi’s experience in the Environmental Consulting field includes the participation and management of projects conducted pursuant to CERCLA and RCRA with EPA, as well as the completion of projects through various State-led programs related to UST sites, State superfund programs and landfills, State voluntary cleanup programs, and Brownfield redevelopments.
• Conducted oversight and implementation of Site Characterization and Remediation activities (soil and groundwater characterization, vapor intrusion pathway evaluation, remedial Investigation and delineation, system design, pilot testing, feasibility studies, remediation technology installation and construction, operation & maintenance).

Areas of Specialization

• Environmental Audits for Property and Portfolio Acquisitions and Divestments.
• Project Strategy and Regulatory Negotiations.
• UST / AST Investigations, Remediation and Closure.
• Environmental Liability and Risk Consultation / Site Forensics Evaluation.
• Development and Implementation of Soil Vapor, Soil and Groundwater Sampling Programs.
• Remediation System Pilot Testing and Data Collection / Feasibility Testing.
• Remediation System Design, Construction, Operation and Maintenance.
• Landfill Project Management and Field Monitoring Program Implementation.
• Air and Water Discharge Permitting.
• Bio-Remediation / Bio-Venting System Operation, Including Gasoline Additives (MtBE, TBA).
• Remediation System Evaluation and Rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Manages DNREC-TMS Hydro Contract and field activities / project P&L associated with over 220 petroleum sites.
• Managed the environmental due diligence (Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II Site Investigations) for a retail petroleum acquisition of 118 retail locations throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Completed the project within two months.
• Directs technical services for the Petroleum Contracting Group. Performs internal Senior Evaluations, (remediation system mechanical and strategic review) quarterly treatment system evaluations and regulatory-driven evaluations. i.e. NJDEP Annual Remediation System Evaluations.
• Coordination and implementation of the operations and maintenance of Remediation systems including: Air Sparge / Soil Vapor Extraction (SVE), Bio-Remediation / Bio-venting, Groundwater Extraction, Dual Phase Extraction and Separate Phase Extraction.
• Supervised and participated in numerous environmental Site Assessments, Sampling Plans, Remediation and Closures of project sites in the Mid-Atlantic region.
• Contaminant experience includes: Petroleum Hydrocarbons and additives, Ozone, VOC’s, SVOC’s, PCB’s, Metals, DNAPLs and Perchlorate.
• Environmental instrument experience includes: PID, FID, Dissolved Oxygen Meter, Series “IN-2000” Ambient Ozone Analyzer, Water level meter, Interface Probe, O2/LEL meter, Kurz Meter, Ph/Conductivity/Temperature meter, magnehelics, Horiba and Ensys field sampling and analysis kits.
• Extensive experience with operation and maintenance of: Air Sparging, Soil Vapor Extraction, Bio-Remediation and Bio-Venting applications. The applications include: operation and maintenance of rotary lobe, rotary claw, regenerative and high speed centrifugal air blowers, catalytic oxidizers and activated carbon air treatment systems, groundwater and phase separated petroleum product pumping systems, air strippers and liquid phase activated carbon water treatment systems and the associated process control panels and instrumentation for above process equipment.

Areas of Specialization

• Risk Assessment (CERCLA Sites, RCRA Sites, Vapor Intrusion Pathway Modeling).
• Ecological Screening Assessments, Surface Water Hydrology Investigations.
• Project Management and Coordination.
• Development and Implementation of Field Soil and Groundwater Sampling Programs.
• Site Plans and Permitting (Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plans, Integrated Contingency Plans, DPCC/DCR Plans, Stream Encroachment, Air, and Inventory Permitting).
• Soil Science Evaluation and Wetland Delineation.
• Storm Water / Sanitary Sewer Flow Studies.
• Remediation System Design, Construction, Operation and Maintenance: Air Sparging, Soil Venting, ISCO, Substrate Injection, and Groundwater Treatment System Technologies.
• Bio-Remediation / Bio-Venting System Operation and Maintenance.
• Statistical Analysis of Sampling Data.

Qualifications

• Mr. Hershberger maintains project experience with the risk assessment of various industrial and commercial facilities throughout the Mid-Atlantic region (DE, NJ, NY, VA, MD, PA, VA, and AR). Oversight and implementation of remediation activities (remedial investigation and delineation, system design, pilot testing, feasibility studies, remediation technology installation, construction and operation & maintenance).
• Development and implementation of ecological risk assessments and ecological screening investigations per DNREC’s URS Guidance document. Projects involve onsite reconnaissance, identification of ecologically sensitive areas (ECSAs), and determination for further assessment.
• Development and implementation of storm water / sanitary sewer flow studies and completion of flow analysis reports.
• Inspection, development and review of various Federal/State regulated site plans and permits. Soil vapor and groundwater sampling and investigation at facilities in MD, DE, VA, PA, NJ, NY, KY, AR and Washington, D.C.
• Project experience has included: the Assessment, Investigation and Remediation of soil, vapor and groundwater impacted with: petroleum hydrocarbons, chlorinated solvents and other VOC’s, SVOC’s, fuel oil and various heavy metals.

Areas of Specialization

• Project Coordination and Management.
• Marketing Research and Implementation, Advertising, and Sales Generation.
• Client Business Development.
• Bid Specification Development and Subcontractor Coordination.
• Federal and State Grant Program Management.
• Production of Regulation / Market-Specific Propaganda and Social Media Updates.
• Development and Execution of Field Soil and Groundwater Sampling Programs.
• Remediation System Construction, Installation and Operation & Maintenance: Air Sparge, Soil Vent, ISCO, and Groundwater Treatment Systems.
• ASTM Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment and Investigation.
• Bio-Remediation / Bio-Venting System Operation.
• Data Validation   Federal Reporting.
• Lead Coordinator for Non-Profit Organization and Community Service Support Activities

Qualifications: Project Manager

• Mr. Vanderslice’s management experience includes: management and coordination of field activities associated with select project sites (scope implementation coordination, field sampling plan development and collection, assessment and investigation reporting, remediation system operation & maintenance, remediation system evaluation and data collection). Mr. Vanderslice is accountable for responsive client communications, budget tracking and total budget management of projects. These environmental projects have included Investigation and Remediation of soil and groundwater impacted with petroleum hydrocarbons, volatile organic compounds, semi-volatile organic compounds, PCBs, PAH’s and Metals.
• On a reporting level, Mr. Vanderslice has managed and completed reporting and statistical analyses of site data to ensure regulatory compliance and associated project remediation strategy advancement for numerous industrial, petroleum and commercial redevelopment projects.
• Mr. Vanderslice has supported numerous clients with site acquisition and divestment environmental consulting. Experience in performing property Transaction Screen Assessments (TSAs) in accordance with ASTM Practice E 1528-14. Experience in performing Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments in multiple states in accordance with ASTM Practice E 1527-13 and U.S. EPA “All Appropriate Inquiry” rule, 40 C.F.R. § 312 throughout the mid-Atlantic region. Experience also includes New Jersey-specific Preliminary Assessment reports per the NJ Technical Requirements for Site Remediation.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of air sparging, soil vapor extraction and bio-remediation and bioventing applications. Specific knowledge includes: operation and maintenance of rotary lobe, regenerative and high speed centrifugal air blowers; catalytic oxidizers and activated carbon air treatment systems; groundwater and phase separated petroleum product pumping systems; air strippers and liquid phase activated carbon water treatment systems; and the associated process control panels and instrumentation for above process equipment.
• Mr. Vanderslice has participated in the field activities associated with the implementation of sampling plan activities for soil, soil vapor, and groundwater collection and analysis (60 sites, >500 wells per quarter). This includes industrial off-gas sampling and monitoring for air permits and health/safety issues.

Areas of Specialization

• CERCLA Site Investigation and Remediation Strategy Implementation.
• RCRA Corrective Action on RFI, CMS, CMI.
• Delaware HSCA—FE, RI, Risk Assessment and Remediation (VCP, Brownfield Projects, Consent Decree, Enforcement Action).
• Investigation and Remediation of VOC, SVOC, Metals, PCB-impacted Sites.
• Design of Air Sparging, Soil Vapor Extraction, Bioremediation Soil and Groundwater Remediation Systems.
• Regulatory Negotiation, Project Strategy Consulting and Risk Assessment.

Qualifications

• Mr. Miller is the Vice President and Principal Engineer of Environmental Alliance, Inc. In this capacity, he provides technical direction and oversight to the projects completed by the company including: the Design, Permitting, Construction, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and Closure of soil and groundwater Remediation systems, completion of Risk Assessments to support site cleanup objectives, evaluation of data collected as part of Site Characterizations and litigation support, expert testimony, and cost recovery defense. Mr. Miller’s experience in the environmental consulting field includes projects completed pursuant to CERCLA, RCRA and TSCA with EPA, as well as the completion of projects through various State-led programs related to UST sites, State superfund programs and landfills, State voluntary cleanup programs and Brownfield redevelopments.
• Prior to working at Environmental Alliance, Inc., Mr. Miller held the positions of Regional Engineering Manager, Regional Manager and Project Director for Groundwater Technology, Inc. (GTI) from 1986 to 1992. Prior to working for GTI, Mr. Miller worked for Johnson Matthey, Inc. in automobile catalyst research and development for the United States Department of Defense in their contract quality assurance program.

Expert Testimony/Litigation Support

The following summarizes those projects in which Mr. Miller has provided expert testimony, either in depositions or at trial.

Paoli Railyard PCB Litigation: United States District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Named an expert witness by the Defendants in the above matter. Provided deposition and trial (jury) testimony on the nature and extent of contamination on and around the rail yard.

The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company vs. Atlantic Research Corporation, et al.: United States District Court, Eastern District, Alexandria, VA. Provided litigation support and depositions related to the nature and extent of PCB contamination and the appropriate remedial responses at the site in question.

Star Newco, Inc. vs. Mountainville Properties, Inc (et. al.): United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. Provided litigation support and expert testimony (deposition and trial) related to environmental due diligence in real estate transactions, evaluation of the nature and extent of contamination, and the potential costs to remediate the contamination.

Conrail vs. American Premier Underwriters, Inc.: United States District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Provided litigation support and deposition testimony related to waste disposal at Hollidaysburg, PA rail yard. Support and testimony were related to the potential date of burial of drums and other wastes, the nature and extent of contamination at the site, potential remedial actions necessary to address the contamination present and the potential costs to perform remedial actions.

Crown Cork & Seal (et. al.), vs. CBS Corp. (et. al.) (M.D.N.C.): Provided litigation support and expert testimony (deposition) related to the division of remedial response costs at the Macon Dockery Superfund Site in North Carolina.

John Beazley, et. al. vs. The Carroll Independent Fuel Co. (Circuit Court of Maryland for Baltimore County): provided litigation support and deposition testimony regarding the remedial strategy and the design of the system to address the presence of gasoline constituents, primarily MtBE, in soil and groundwater.

Areas of Specialization

• Project Management and Consulting, Risk Evaluation and Assessment.
• Hydrogeologic and Remedial Investigations.
• Delaware HSCA—FE, RI, Risk Assessment and Remediation.
• Underground Storage Tank Closure and Assessments.
• Brownfield Redevelopment, PADEP Act 2 Program Site Management.
• Remediation System Design, Construction, Operation, and Closure.
• Management of Remediation Activities at Construction Sites.
• Waste Disposal Coordination.

Qualifications

• Over 25 years of professional experience as an environmental consultant.
• Four years of environmental responsibility in State government.
• Knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA and State regulations (DE, PA, MD, NJ, AR, VA, and FL) involving management and implementation of Site Characterization and Remediation.
• Extensive experience in drilling oversight in environmental and petroleum industries.

Areas of Specialization

• ASTM Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment / Investigation.
• NJDEP Forms and Case Inventory Document.
• NJ Tech Reg Preliminary Assessments.
• Groundwater and Soil Site Investigation / Remedial Investigations / Remedial Action Workplans / Remedial Action Reports.
• Receptor Evaluation: Well Search and Vapor Intrusion Investigations.
• Soil and Groundwater Remedial Action Permit Applications and Biennial Certifications.
• Management of funds for sites with Underground Storage Tank (UST) and/or Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation Fund (HDSRF) Grants.
• Data Management - Internal Quality Assurance / Quality Control.
• NJDEP Hazsite Electronic Data Deliverable Program.
• Asbestos Surveys and Management Plans.

Qualifications

• As part of ExxonMobil’s divestment of their New Jersey portfolio of gas stations between December 2011 and January 2012, Ms. Maher has managed the completion of over 30 ASTM Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and NJ Preliminary Assessments for eligible dealers purchasing station locations from ExxonMobil. The scope of work also included extensive case file reviews and additional environmental consulting to assess financial liability associated with environmental areas of concern during the expedited due diligence period.
• Has performed numerous Phase I Environmental Site Assessments throughout the Mid-Atlantic region in accordance with prevailing American Society for Testing and Materials Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments (ASTM Practice E 1527-05) and the U.S. EPA “All Appropriate Inquiry” rule, 40 C.F.R. § 312.
• Program coordinator for NJ Preliminary Assessments as part of the Environmental Guidance for licensing of proposed child care centers in accordance with the New Jersey Technical Requirements for Site Remediation. Ms. Maher completed over 50 Preliminary Assessments at child care centers across the State, and facilitated the issuance of NJDEP No Further Action and/or Approval letters.

Areas of Specialization

• Client Relationship Management.
• Business Development.
• Project Management Support.
• Budget and Proposal Development.
• Subcontractor Management.
• Marketing Research, Marketing Implementation, and Advertisement.
• ASTM Environmental Site Assessment Report Writing.