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.
Barry Murphree, PG
Senior VP
Amy Campbell, LEP
Senior Project Manager
Jon Ascher, MS, LEP
VP, Operations
Samuel Laracuente, PG
Senior Project Manager
Zachary McQuirt, PE
Project Engineer
Zackery Allison
Project Manager
Nathan Reece
Project Manager
Chevelle Dilello
Staff Engineer
Hans Alcerro
Senior Field Technician
Gavin Greco
Staff Scientist
Shannon Gaul
Staff Scientist
Erik Van Dyke
Staff Scientist
Stacey Summers
Accounting Supervisor
Chrisey Gala
Administrative Assistant
Breanna Gallagher
Staff Engineer
Gabriel Kuhn
Staff Scientist
Liam Warren
Staff Scientist
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
- 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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Samuel Laracuente, PG
Senior Project Manager
Mr. Laracuente is a licensed Professional Geologist with extensive professional experience in environmental site assessments and remedial investigations. Mr. Laracuente’s associated experience includes conceptual site models, soil and groundwater assessment, soil gas assessment, and site remediation. Mr. Laracuente’s remediation experience includes implementation of soil excavation with various technologies, in-situ soil mixing, electrical resistance heating, soil vapor extraction (SVE), groundwater extraction and treatment (GWET), Multi-phase Extraction (MPE), chemical oxidation, free product recovery and disposal management, and natural attenuation monitoring (NAM).
CERTIFICATIONS
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
State of Florida
Licensed Professional Geologist #2988
EDUCATION
University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez
Bachelor of Science in Geology, 2004
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, FLBachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, 2018 Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FLBachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, 2018 University of Florida, Gainesville, FLBachelor of Science in Business Management, 2004Zackery 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 andprocedures, 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, MNBachelor 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, FLBachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, 2015Chevelle 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
- 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 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 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
Gabriel Kuhn
Staff Scientist
Staff Scientist
As one of ERMI’s staff scientists, Mr. Kuhn’s responsibilities cover activities ranging from field observation and collection tasks, to sample analysis and onsite operations. His previous activities have included outfall and water quality inspections, aerial imaging technologies, and mapping of algae blooms.
Experience- Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments
- Site/Contamination Assessments
- Air, Water, and Soil Sampling
- Site Mapping and Field Reconnaissance
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
Liam Warren
Staff Scientist
In his role as Staff Scientist, Liam handles a variety of responsibilities in the field, such as site sampling and analysis, lithology research, and remediation support.
ExperienceExperiences gained by Mr. Warren prior to joining ERMI include geochemical modeling of aquifers, mapping of geological formations, and analysis of weathering in basalt aquifers.
EducationUniversity of OregonBachelor of Science in Environmental Geoscience with Chemistry minor, 2024
ExperienceExperiences gained by Mr. Warren prior to joining ERMI include geochemical modeling of aquifers, mapping of geological formations, and analysis of weathering in basalt aquifers.
EducationUniversity of OregonBachelor of Science in Environmental Geoscience with Chemistry minor, 2024