In addition to our president Steve Hilfiker and an expert team of administrative professionals, field technicians, and environmental specialists, ERMI also assists you through our dedicated project managers,
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.

Steve Hilfiker MS, LEP

Barry Murphree, PG

Kevin Yue, P.E., C.E.P

Amy Campbell, LEP

Jon Ascher, MS, LEP

Hans Alcerro

Zackery Allison

Zachary McQuirt, EI

Jorge Cabrera

Gavin Greco

Shayn Hinde

Olivia Hilfiker

Carol Ann Cioban

Priscilla Richardson-Rude

Tracy Pearce

Steve Hilfiker MS, LEP
President
Experience
President, Environmental Risk Management, Inc.- Founder, Director, Owner of ERMI, a licensed engineering & geology firm specializing in Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), site assessment, remediation and forensic consulting
- 1 of 2 Environmental Forensic Contractors for the FDEP 2006 - 2016
- FDEP Agency Term Remediation Contractor since 2014 (renewable 5-year terms)
- FDEP Qualified Assessment & Remediation Contractor No. 542 since 2000
- 2015 - 2016 - Chair, Environmental Committee, Florida Petroleum Marketers Association/Florida Retail Federation. Member of Committee since 2001
- 2011 - 2012 - Member of FDEP/Industry Joint Environmental Committee
- 1999, 2000, 2008, 2009 - President, Florida Environmental Assessors Association (FEAA)
- 1991 - 2010 FEAA Board of Directors
- 2005 - 2006 – Co-Chair, Environmental Committee, Florida Petroleum Marketers Association
- 2005 - Founding Chairman, ASTM Sub-committee on Forensic Environmental Investigations
- Member, Florida Brownfields Association, Florida Ground Water Association and Environmental Professionals of Florida
- Expert witness on 11 cases since 1999.
- General Manager, Environmental Division; Responsibilities included project management, technical oversight, research, quality assurance and quality control, and coordinating a staff of geologists, engineers, toxicologists, biologists, risk assessors and environmental specialists.
- Taught Physical Geography, Aerial Photographic Interpretation and Remote Sensing courses. Developed a Geographic Information System (GIS) tutorial package for the University of Florida.
- Bureaus of Fisheries and Wildlife, and Regulatory Affairs.
Certifications
- Licensed Environmental Professional
Education
State University Of New York, Geneseo, NYB.A. Physical Geography & Environmental Science, 1988 University of Florida, Gainesville, FLM.S. Climatology, Environmental Science, & Hydrology, 1990 CONTACT STEVE
Barry Murphree, PG
Senior VP
Certifications
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
Licenses
- State of Florida Licensed Professional Geologist #2664
Education
University of Mississippi, Oxford, MSBachelor of Science in Geology, 2004CONTACT

Kevin Yue, P.E., C.E.P
Professional Engineer
Experience
Environmental Risk Management, Inc. – Fort Myers- Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
- Site Assessments
- Water Resource Investigations
- Storm Water Assessments
- State-Funded Cleanup Program Sites
- Pilot Testing & Remediation Design and Implementation
- Well Drilling and Design
- Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Development
- Natural Attenuation Monitoring
- Flood Control and Water Supply Manager
- Capital Management Plans Manager
- Engineering Review of Primary and Secondary Water Control Systems
- Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Responder
- Maintain Office programs, Health & Safety, Sustainability and Resiliency
- Environmental Compliance Manager
- Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility Director
- Environmental Permitting
Certifications
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
- Certified Environmental Professional ID#18002474
- DOT Hazardous Materials Training
- Loss Prevention System (LPS)
Licenses
- Professional Engineer, State of Florida, 2015
Education
University of Maryland, College Park, MD Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, 2002 University of Maryland, College Park, MD Graduate Certificate Project Management, 2012 University of Maryland, College Park, MD MEng Environmental Engineering, 2012CONTACT KEVIN

Amy Campbell, LEP
Senior Project Manager
Experience
Environmental Risk Management, Inc. - 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, FLBachelor of Science in Environmental Studies, Minor in Environmental Education, 2007CONTACT AMY

Jon Ascher, MS, LEP
VP, Operations
Experience
Environmental Risk Management, Inc. – 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
- 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, 2021CONTACT JON

Hans Alcerro
Senior Field Technician
Experience
Environmental Risk Management, Inc. – 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
- Subsurface Soil and Groundwater Investigations
- Remediation Construction and O&M
- Pilot Testing
- 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 CollegeBachelor of Science in Business Management, 2018
Zackery Allison
Staff Scientist
Mr. Allison graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies in 2017. His experience includes an emphasis on risk assessments and soil and groundwater sampling in association with contamination assessments at a broad range of sites throughout Florida. His responsibilities at ERMI include mid-level field technician, site sampling and oversight, field lithology, client relations and training.
Certifications
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, 2017

Zachary McQuirt, EI
Staff Engineer
Experience
Environmental Risk Management, Inc. – 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, FLBachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, 2018
Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, 2018
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Bachelor of Science in Business Management, 2004

Jorge Cabrera
Field Technician
Certifications
- OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certified
- Florida Water Well Contractor
- Asbestos Building Inspector
- Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor
- Commercial Driver’s License with HAZMAT Endorsement
Education
Miami Dade CollegeAssociates in Arts, 2011
Experience
Environmental Risk Management, Inc. – Fort Myers- Site/Contamination Assessments
- Remediation Construction
- Operation and Maintenance (O&M)
- State-Funded Cleanup Program Sites
- 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
- Asbestos Consulting
- Supervision of Drilling Crew
- Boring Location and Utility Clearance
- Soil Sampling and Logging
- Geotechnical Driller
- Well Abandonment
- Site/Contamination Assessments
- State-Funded Cleanup Program Sites
- 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
- Asbestos Consulting
- Indoor Air Quality Assessments
- Geotechnical Driller
- Supervision of Drilling Crew
- Boring Location and Utility Clearance

Gavin Greco
Staff Scientist
Certifications
- OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certified
Education
University of South FloridaBachelor of Science in Environmental Science, 2021
Experience
Environmental Risk Management, Inc. – 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

Shayn Hinde
Staff Engineer
Mr. Hinde graduated from the Florida Gulf Coast University with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering in 2018. His experience includes quality control and assistance on risk assessments and soil and groundwater sampling in association with contamination assessments. His responsibilities at ERMI include mid-level field technician, site sampling and oversight, field lithology, project assistance, client relations and training.
Certifications
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
Education
Florida Gulf Coast University
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, 2018
Olivia Hilfiker
Staff Scientist
Ms. Hilfiker graduated from the Florida Gulf Coast University with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies in 2018. Her experience includes water quality research and assessments and soil and groundwater sampling in association with contamination assessments. Her responsibilities at ERMI include mid-level field technician, site sampling and oversight, field lithology, project assistance, client relations and training.
Certifications
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
Education
Florida Gulf Coast University
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies, 2018

Carol Ann Cioban
Project Analyst

Priscilla Richardson-Rude
Accounting Administrator

Tracy Pearce
Executive Assistant