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Key Personnel

ERMI employs an expert team of project managers, geologists, engineers, environmental scientists, field technicians, and administrative professionals. ERMI’s experienced and dedicated team is fully qualified and trained to serve the following specializations:

Quick-turn and Responsive Transaction Services such as Phase I ESAs

Soil & Groundwater Sampling for Comprehensive Site Assessment

Innovative and Practical Remedial Designs and Site Restoration

Active Remediation System Operation & Maintenance

Tank Closure, Excavation of Impacted Soil, and Source Abatement

Complicated Forensic Investigations for Source Determination & Contaminant Characterization

ERMI's responsive, diligent staff maintains a high level of knowledge that allows us to serve you efficiently
(and to minimize your risk) by performing accurate environmental assessments.

All Certifications Customer Service & Admin Field Technicians Key Personnel Leadership Project Manager
Barry Murphree, PG

Barry Murphree, PG

Senior VP
Amy Campbell, LEP

Amy Campbell, LEP

Senior Project Manager
Jon Ascher, MS, LEP

Jon Ascher, MS, LEP

VP, Operations
Zachary McQuirt, PE

Zachary McQuirt, PE

Project Engineer
Zackery Allison

Zackery Allison

Project Manager
Nathan Reece

Nathan Reece

Project Manager
Chevelle Dilello

Chevelle Dilello

Staff Engineer
Hans Alcerro

Hans Alcerro

Senior Field Technician
Gavin Greco

Gavin Greco

Staff Scientist
Shannon Gaul

Shannon Gaul

Staff Scientist
Erik Van Dyke

Erik Van Dyke

Staff Scientist
Stacey Summers

Stacey Summers

Accounting Supervisor
Chrisey Gala

Chrisey Gala

Administrative Assistant
Breanna Gallagher

Breanna Gallagher

Staff Engineer
Gabe Kuhn

Gabe Kuhn

Staff Scientist
Liam Warren

Liam Warren

Staff Geologist
Noelia Loaiza Villagomez, M.Sc.

Noelia Loaiza Villagomez, M.Sc.

Staff Engineer
Ray Zimpfer

Ray Zimpfer

Staff Geologist

 

 

Barry Murphree, PG

Senior VP

Mr. Murphree is a licensed Professional Geologist with extensive professional experience in environmental site assessment and remediation investigations. Mr. Murphree graduated from University of Mississippi with a Bachelor’s degree in Geology. Work completed under Mr. Murphree’s direct supervision in his role as a Florida-licensed professional Geologist has included a full range of soil and groundwater assessment and remediation.

Mr. Murphree’s remediation experience includes the following: multiple remediation strategies: soil excavation, Air Sparge (AS) and Soil Vapor Extraction (SVE), biosparging, Multi-phase Extraction (MPE), bioremediation, chemical oxidation, hydraulic containment, free product recovery and treatment and Natural Attenuation Monitoring (NAM). Mr. Murphree has also presented soil and water quality data collected during active remediation in Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Reports and used data to evaluate the progress of site cleanup. He has used these data to optimize system operating parameters and maximize remediation efficiencies and effectiveness, thereby decreasing cleanup timeframes and costs.

His responsibilities at ERMI include: technical supervision, project oversight, project management, upper-level technical report writing, remedial design, report review, data interpretation, client communications, scheduling and management of personnel, mapping, field sampling/oversight, contracting, training, business development, expert witness and testimony, and marketing.

Certifications

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified

Licenses

  • State of Florida Licensed Professional Geologist #2664

Education

University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS
Bachelor of Science in Geology, 2004
 

Amy Campbell, LEP

Senior Project Manager

As a graduate from the Florida Gulf Coast University in 2007, Mrs. Campbell started her professional career with Environmental Risk Management  She has performed and managed a variety of risk and contamination assessments, both in public and private sectors. As a member of Florida Environmental Assessors Association (FEAA), Florida Brownfield Association and Licensed Environmental Professional (LEP), Mrs. Campbell has continued her education throughout her career.  She has been involved in all aspects of various projects from due diligence consulting, assessments, forensic investigations and claim consulting services, to name a few.

Her responsibilities at ERMI include: Project management, upper-level technical report writing, limited remediation design, data interpretation, client communications, scheduling and management of personnel, mapping, field sampling/oversight, contracting, training, business development and marketing.

Experience

Environmental Risk Management - Jacksonville
  • Phase I ESAs throughout Florida and Georgia
  • Phase II ESAs throughout Florida
  • Tank Closure Assessments
  • Natural Attenuation Monitoring (NAM)
  • Site/Contamination Assessments
  • Limited Scope Remedial Action Plans
  • Low-Scored Site Initiative (LSSI) Assessments
  • Low Scored Assessments (LSAs)
  • Environmental Forensics
  • Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans
  • Insurance Claim Reviews
  • Insurance Claim Investigations
  • Forensic Investigations

Certifications

  • Licensed Environmental Professional

Education

Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies, Minor in Environmental Education, 2007

Jon Ascher, MS, LEP

VP, Operations

As a graduate from SUNY Oneonta in 2013, Mr. Ascher has substantial years of environmental experience both in New York and Florida.  His experience includes a thorough understanding of environmental risks and contamination assessments.  Mr. Ascher continued his education at Ohio University with a master’s degree in Geological Sciences in 2021.  His background includes diversified technical and project management experiences.

 His responsibilities at ERMI include: Project management, technical report writing, remedial design, data interpretation, client relations, CAD mapping, site sampling/oversight, business development and marketing, field lithology, field communications with staff and training.

Experience

Environmental Risk Management – Fort Myers
  • Phase I and Phase II ESAs
  • Asbestos Consulting Services
  • Site/Contamination Assessments
  • Limited Scope Remedial Action Plans
  • Low-Scored Site Initiative (LSSI) Assessments
  • Pilot Testing
  • Well Drilling oversight and testing
  • Geoprobe / Direct-Push Technology (DPT) oversight
  • Natural Attenuation Monitoring
Laurel Environmental Associates
  • Phase I and Phase II ESAs
  • Geophysical survey oversight
  • Evaluate site specific remedial technologies 
  • Drill crew assistance
  • Designing various contamination maps
  • Air quality, mold, dust sampling in residential and commercial spaces
  • Subsurface Soil, Soil Vapor and Groundwater Investigations

Certifications

  • Licensed Environmental Professional
  • OSHA 40-Hour Certified
  • NYSDOL Certified Air Monitor Technician
  • AHERA Asbestos: Inspector, Certificate No. 4621-BIR40

Education

SUNY Oneonta, Oneonta, NY 
B.S. Environmental Sciences Planning, 2013
Ohio University, OH 
Master of Science, Geological Sciences, 2021

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Zachary McQuirt, PE

Project Engineer

Mr. McQuirt is a licensed Professional Engineer with extensive professional experience in environmental site assessment and remediation, having worked on over 210 sites within the Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP).

Mr. McQuirt spent nine years in the United States Navy in the special operations community as an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technician, leading over 150 EOD combat missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom and providing direct support to civilian law enforcement as well as federal agencies including the Secret Service and the State Department. The skills acquired during his time in the Navy allowed for a seamless transition into the engineering field.

Mr. McQuirt supervises, directs, and reviews all engineering design plans, research, and assessment of applicable site-specific engineering technologies, development of engineering design strategies from field-collected data, and evaluation of project safety, quality, and performance requirements. Mr. McQuirt oversees and analyzes compliance of design specifications during remediation technology testing, construction, and implementation of remediation engineering projects, directs optimization of system operational efficiency using real-time field data and groundwater sampling analytical results, and evaluates technical reports for quality, accuracy, and compliance with contract requirements and applicable regulations and policies.

Experience

Environmental Risk Management – Fort Myers
  • Site/Contamination Assessments
  • State-Funded Cleanup Program Sites
  • Well Drilling Oversight and Testing
  • Geoprobe / Direct-Push Technology (DPT) Oversight
  • Air, Water and Soil Sampling
  • Site Mapping and Field Reconnaissance
  • Quality Assurance and Quality Control Review
  • Data Interpretation

Certifications

  • Engineer Intern Certificate
  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
  • Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate Certified (#47982)
  • Stormwater Management Inspector (#31225)

Education

Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, 2018
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Bachelor of Science in Business Management, 2004
 

Zackery Allison

Project Manager

Mr. Allison has extensive experience in performing and managing site assessment and remedial construction within the Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP). He has also gained extensive field experience related to groundwater sampling, soil sampling, air sampling, well installation, well abandonment, Remedial Action Construction (RAC) oversight, source removal oversight, pilot testing (PT), remedial systems startup, and Operations and Maintenance (O&M).

Mr. Allison has supervised implementation of air sparge (AS) and soil vapor extraction (SVE), biosparging, multiphase extraction (MPE), chemical oxidation, free product recovery, and soil excavation pair with open-pit sparging.

Mr. Allison manages ERMI’s field training program and ensures all field staff are fluent in FDEP SOPs, guidance, and policies. As Field Coordinator, he acts as a liaison between office and field staff, ensuring compliance with FDEP and ERMI policies and procedures, as well as managing field equipment, supplies, and other aspects of day- to-day field operations.

Certifications

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
  • AHERA Accredited Asbestos Inspector

Education

Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, 2017
 

Nathan Reece

Project Manager

Mr. Reece graduated from the Florida Gulf Coast University with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies in 2015.  His experience includes an emphasis on contamination assessments and remediation Operation and Maintenance (O&M). His responsibilities at ERMI include upper-level field technician, site sampling and oversight, field lithology, client relations and training.

Experience

Environmental Risk Management – Fort Myers
  • Site/Contamination Assessments
  • Remediation Construction and O&M
  • State-Funded Cleanup Program Sites
  • Pilot Testing
  • Source Removal/Large Scale Excavations
  • Well Drilling oversight and testing
  • Geoprobe / Direct-Push Technology (DPT) oversight
  • Air, Water and Soil Sampling
  • Site Mapping and Field Reconnaissance

Certifications

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
  • TWIC
  • HASC Training

Education

Florida Gulf Coast University. Fort Myers, FL
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, 2015
 

Chevelle Dilello

Staff Engineer

Ms. Dilello’s experience includes quality control and assistance on site assessment and remediation projects, evaluation of data and preparation of remediation documents such as pilot test (PT) plans, operation and maintenance (O&M) reports, and remedial action plans (RAP). Ms. Dilello’s field experience includes soil, air, and groundwater sampling, Remedial Action Construction (RAC) oversight, pilot testing, remedial systems startup, and Operations and Maintenance (O&M). Ms. Dilello provides project assistance, technical report writing, AutoCAD mapping, remedial evaluation and design support, and site sampling in accordance with Chapter 62-780, FAC.
 

CERTIFICATIONS

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
  • FDEP Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector #53023

EDUCATION

Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, 2023

Hans Alcerro

Senior Field Technician

Mr. Alcerro began his environmental career in 2005, and has extensive environmental experience throughout Georgia and Florida.  Mr. Alcerro’s background includes multiple certifications in soil and groundwater sampling, maintenance of traffic and other work safe training systems.  His experience includes a thorough understanding of environmental assessments and remediation at a broad range of sites. His responsibilities at ERMI include: upper-level field technician, site sampling and oversight, field lithology, client relations and training.

Experience

Environmental Risk Management – Fort Myers
  • Site/Contamination Assessments
  • Remediation Construction
  • Operation and Maintenance (O&M)
  • State-Funded Cleanup Program Sites
  • Pilot Testing
  • Source Removal/Large Scale Excavations
  • Well Drilling oversight and testing
  • Geoprobe / Direct-Push Technology (DPT) oversight
  • Air, Water and Soil Sampling
  • Site Mapping and Field Reconnaissance
Pangean- CMD - Woodstock, GA
  • Subsurface Soil and Groundwater Investigations
  • Remediation Construction and O&M
  • Pilot Testing
IAG – Hollywood, FL
  • Miami River Dredging Project Oversight
  • Auto Sampler Operator
  • Surface Water and Sediment Sampling
  • Localization and Soil Sampling using Global-Positioning System (GPS)

Certifications

  • OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certified
  • UFL TREEO Groundwater Sampling SOP Course
  • NIOSH-582 Asbestos Sampling Certificate
  • Certified Mold Inspector 11343

Education

Rasmussen College
Bachelor of Science in Business Management, 2018
 

Gavin Greco

Staff Scientist

Mr. Greco is a staff scientist with diverse experience across many different sites in Florida. His experience includes groundwater and soil sample collection, well installation and abandonment oversight, well installation and abandonment by hand, episodic remediation events, operation and maintenance of air sparge/soil vapor extraction systems, operation and maintenance of dual-phase extraction systems, operation and maintenance of biosparge systems, oversight of source removal activities, and oversight of remedial action construction.

Experience

Environmental Risk Management – Fort Myers
  • Phase I / II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
  • Site/Contamination Assessments
  • State-Funded Cleanup Program Sites
  • Well Drilling oversight and testing
  • Geoprobe / Direct-Push Technology (DPT) oversight
  • Air, Water and Soil Sampling
  • Site Mapping and Field Reconnaissance

Certifications

  • OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certified & 8-hour refresher training.
  • FSESCI Stormwater Certification

Education

University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, 2021

Shannon Gaul

Staff Scientist

Shannon’s experience includes an emphasis on risk assessments and soil/groundwater sampling in association with contamination assessments at a broad range of sites throughout Florida. Her responsibilities at ERMI include mid-level field technician tasks, site sampling and oversight, and field lithology. She has been directly involved in multiple PRP cleanup-site projects.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified & 8-hour refresher training.
  • FSESCI Stormwater Certification

EDUCATION

University of Wisconsin-Platteville, Platteville, WI
Environmental Science and Conservation / Emphasis in Natural and Physical Sciences

Erik Van Dyke

Staff Scientist

Prior to joining ERMI, Mr. Van Dyke gained experience in fishery and water parameter sampling with FWC. His experience at ERMI includes oversight of various subcontractors, soil and groundwater sampling, lithology classifications, system startups, operations and maintenance of systems, source removal, and maintaining clear and positive communications. Erik’s diverse responsibilities in the field have extended to tasks ranging from Phase II ESAs to the Operation and Maintenance of Biosparge Remediation Systems.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified & 8-hour refresher training
  • AHERA Accredited Asbestos Inspector

EDUCATION

University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation

Stacey Summers

Accounting Supervisor

Chrisey Gala

Administrative Assistant

Breanna Gallagher

Staff Engineer

Ms. Gallagher’s experience includes quality control and assistance on site assessment and remediation projects, evaluation of data and preparation of remediation documents such as pilot test plans, operation and maintenance (O&M) reports, and remedial action plans (RAPs). Ms. Gallagher's field experience includes soil, air, and groundwater sampling, Remedial Action Construction (RAC) oversight, pilot testing (PT), remedial systems startup, and Operations and Maintenance (O&M). During her senior year of study, Ms. Gallagher worked as an engineering intern at ERMI, gaining valuable experience in petroleum assessment and remediation.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
  • CPR/AED for Professional Rescuerswith First Aid

EDUCATION

Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, 2023

Gabe Kuhn

Staff Scientist

Mr. Kuhn is a lead staff scientist with diverse experience across many different geological sites in Florida. Experience includes groundwater and soil sample collection, well installation and abandonment oversight , well installation and abandonment by hand, episodic remediation events, operation and maintenance of biosparge systems.

Experience

  • Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments
  • Site/Contamination Assessments
  • Air, Water, and Soil Sampling
  • Site Mapping and Field Reconnaissance

Certifications

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
  • FAA Part 107 Certification

Education

Hobart College, Geneva, NY
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, 2024

Liam Warren

Staff Geologist

With ERMI, Mr. Warren has experience in groundwater and soil sampling, lithology research, episodic bioremediation, and groundwater monitoring well installation. Prior to joining ERMI, Liam gained academic experience working on hydrogeologic research, writing geology related computer code using Python and MATLAB, doing field research of coastal sedimentology and stratigraphy, and conducting many chemistry laboratory experiments.

Certifications

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified

Education

University of Oregon
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Geoscience with Chemistry minor, 2024

Noelia Loaiza Villagomez, M.Sc.

Staff Engineer

Ms. Loaiza Villagomez completed her education in Germany, where she also gainedexperience in environmental assessments and remediation. Her background includesgroundwater and soil sample collection, contaminated site assessment and pollutant fateand transport monitoring. At ERMI, she currently serves as a staff engineer, assisting withpetroleum assessment and remediation activities, remedial design projects, sitesampling, technical report writing, and CAD mapping.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
  • Eurofins Umwelt GmbH: Sampling Certification based on LAGA PN 98
  • State Institute for Environment of Baden-Wuerttemberg: Groundwater Sampling Quality Assurance Certification
  • State Institute for Environment of Baden-Wuerttemberg: Soil Sampling Quality Assurance Certification

EDUCATION

University of Stuttgart – Stuttgart, Germany
Master of Science in Environmental Engineering, 2023
University of Stuttgart – Stuttgart, Germany
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, 2021

Ray Zimpfer

Staff Geologist

Mr. Zimpfer is a staff geologist with diverse experience across many different geological sites inIndiana and Florida. Experience includes aquifer and surface water interaction research, qualitycontrol, and assistance on risk assessments and soil and groundwater sampling well installationand abandonment oversight, well installation and abandonment by hand.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
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EDUCATION

Purdue University – West Lafayette, IN
Bachelor of Science: Environmental Geosciences 2024