Project Manager
Resume:
MICHAEL CYROCKI
***************@*******.***; Ph: 909-***-****;
***** *** ******, *** ****, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
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Geologist and Hydrogeologist
CAREER PROFILE
Tenacious and thorough geologist with 20+ years of professional experience
in a wide variety of geologic and hydrogeologic investigations including
soil/groundwater remediation, groundwater resources development and
dewatering. Versatile and motivated, with proven ability to contribute to
the successful operation of an engineering consulting company through
outstanding technical and management expertise. Embraces mission, culture,
and values of organizations. Works under pressure to achieve project
deadlines/budgets. Maintains a co-operative, flexible work style and a
courteous and business-oriented manner when communicating with all
stakeholders to foster productive, trusting relationships. This style,
along with promoting staff development, has allowed for effective project
team management with a consistent high quality of work. [pic]
CORE COMPETENCIES
. Experienced with the permitting process for a 250-MW renewable energy
project near Barstow, CA; point of contact for groundwater resources
issues
. Management, supervision, organization, and implementation of
groundwater resources and environmental investigations
. Expertise with drilling methods and drilling services procurement
. Experienced with visual logging of drill cuttings, rock cores, and
split-spoon sediment samples
. Knowledgeable and effective with surface and downhole geophysical
methods/interpretation
. Expertise with various-scale aquifer hydraulics testing, dewatering
plans, and basin conceptual models
. Competent with design and construction oversight of monitoring wells,
peizometers, and water production wells
. Experienced with implementing a variety of soil and groundwater
remediation methods, preparation of site cleanup plans and related
permit applications, and development of risk-based corrective action
. Effective writing skills in preparing technical assessment documents,
detailed design/plan reports, facility permitting documents, and
business development proposals
. Experience with using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,
Access, WinLog, WinFlow, AQTESOLV, Groundwater Vistas, Surfer,
pressure transducer data management software, and other
geosciences/office software
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EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
B.S. / Geology, Michigan State University-East Lansing
Professional Geologist, California No. 8350
Certified Hydrogeologist, California No. 903
Professional Geologist, Texas No. 890
Professional Geologist, Idaho No. PGL-1349
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TRAINING
MSHA Part 48 Certificate of Training - Experienced Miner
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120: 40-hour Health and Safety Training Certificate-
Hazardous Waste Operations
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Presented below are my most recent 10+ years of relevant work experiences
and employers.
Senior Hydrogeologist
9/2009 - 3/2010
Independent Hydrogeological Consultant
Rancho Cucamonga, California
Categories of Work Experience
Group presentations, water supply planning, regional and local groundwater
studies, analytical groundwater flow modeling, aquifer pumping tests,
equipment procurement, project/task management, field work, technical
report writing and evaluation of fractures/fault planes.
Experience Summary
On a contract basis, provided specialized consulting services to Layne
Christensen Co. Contract tasks included presenting a PowerPoint summary of
a basin conceptual model for a proposed solar electricity generation
facility to executives and hydrogeologists from the Mojave Water Agency.
Also, prepared a dewatering plan for the largest open-pit mine in Idaho
which involved work plan preparation, performance of aquifer pumping tests,
acquire/evaluate hydraulic data pertaining to surface water/groundwater
interaction, performance of groundwater flow modeling/pumping simulations,
and wrote a detailed dewatering plan for the mine. This plan to
drill/construct 6 to 8 wells, valued at about $5 million, within fractured
media was recently implemented successfully. Additionally, prepared as-
built construction documentation using the software application WinLog for
constructed landfill gas monitoring/extraction wells.
Reason for Leaving
Completed contract tasks. Search for employment.
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Senior Hydrogeologist
1/2007 - 9/2009
Layne GeoSciences,
Layne Christensen Company
Fontana, California
Categories of Work Experience
Technical presentations to groups, water supply planning, staff
mentoring/coordination, regional and local groundwater studies, analytical
and numerical groundwater flow modeling, aquifer pumping tests, equipment
procurement, project/task management, field work, visual and electric
logging of subsurface soil/rock, surface geophysical applications,
technical report/proposal writing, statistical analyses, depositional
environment identification, regulatory agency interactions and
negotiations, CA water rights issues, water budgets, coordination and
prioritization of tasks/projects, supervision of consultants and
contractors, groundwater exploration and supply, well maintenance,
databases, geological mapping, preparation of hydrogeologic
graphics/illustrations, drilling methods, geochemistry, water well/pump
design.
Experience Summary
Responsibilities included the management of technical and project
administration issues. Performed a variety of groundwater resources and
groundwater quality investigations. Actively involved with the oversight of
the
drilling, well design/construction, and the testing of high-yield
groundwater production wells. Provided project management for a long-term
"Preventative Maintenance Program for Wells and Piezometers at the
Stringfellow Waste Site near Riverside, CA which included review of down-
well videos, making interpretations regarding well conditions/well
maintenance, Access database entry, report writing, and DTSC client
liaison. Prepared the basin conceptual model and water resources permitting
documents for a proposed $1.2 billion, 250-MW concentrated solar
electricity generation facility designed to use brackish groundwater for
turbine cooling. Included assisting with the extensive surface geophysical
investigations/numerical groundwater flow model. This permit application
was recently approved and certified by the California Energy Commission.
Used initiative, skill, and independent judgment with hydrogeological work
assignments.
Reason for Leaving
Lay off due to economic contraction. Performed contract work for Layne
Christensen Company.
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Senior Geologist
5/2005 - 12/2006
Epact Services, LLC
Fort Worth, Texas
Categories of Work Experience
Staff mentoring/coordination, local groundwater studies, monitoring well
network design and implementation, analytical groundwater flow modeling,
aquifer pumping tests, equipment procurement, project/task management,
field work, visual logging of soil samples, groundwater sampling events and
programs, groundwater remediation, technical report/proposal writing,
statistical analyses, baseline health risk assessment, depositional
environment identification, regulatory agency interactions and
negotiations, coordination and prioritization of tasks/projects,
supervision of consultants and contractors, databases, geological mapping,
and, preparation of hydrogeologic graphics/illustrations.
Experience Summary
Provided environmental-related hydrogeological consulting services
primarily to major oil companies. Significant technical writing, baseline
health risk assessment, staff oversight/coordination, preparation of
hydrogeological illustrations, contaminant plume tracking, provided
regulatory compliance and interpreted hydrogeological information to
assess/remediate groundwater/soil at affected properties.
Reason for Leaving
Office closure.
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Project Manager/Geologist
5/2004 - 5/2005
Handex
Fort Worth, Texas
Categories of Work Experience
Staff mentoring/coordination, local groundwater studies, monitoring well
network design and implementation, analytical groundwater flow modeling,
aquifer pumping tests, equipment procurement, project/task management,
field work, visual logging of soil samples, groundwater sampling events and
programs, groundwater remediation, technical report/proposal writing,
health risk assessments, depositional environment identification,
regulatory agency interactions and negotiations, coordination and
prioritization of tasks/projects, supervision of consultants and
contractors, databases, geological mapping, and, preparation of
hydrogeologic graphics/illustrations.
Experience Summary
Provided environmental-related hydrogeological consulting services
primarily to major oil companies. Wrote site assessment reports, provided
project/task level cost estimates, provided client/regulatory liaison, and
interpreted hydrogeological information. Project examples include:
ConocoPhillips Bulk Fuel Terminals in Mt. Pleasant, Arlington, and Lubbock,
Texas. Contributed to completion of the baseline risk assessment
(groundwater quality issues) at the Lubbock Terminal.
Reason for Leaving
Regional offices were sold to Epact Services.
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Project Hydrogeologist
12/2002 - 3/2004
Epoch Environmental Group/Delta Environmental
Fort Worth, Texas
Categories of Work Experience
Staff mentoring/coordination, local groundwater studies, monitoring well
network design and implementation, analytical groundwater flow modeling,
artificial groundwater recharge, aquifer pumping tests, equipment
procurement, project/task management, field work, visual logging of soil
samples, groundwater sampling events and programs, groundwater remediation,
technical report/proposal writing, health risk assessments, depositional
environment identification, regulatory agency interactions and
negotiations, coordination and prioritization of tasks/projects,
supervision of consultants and contractors, databases, geological mapping,
and, preparation of hydrogeologic graphics/illustrations.
Experience Summary
Provided environmental hydrogeological consulting services to industrial
clients located within the mid-western United States. Directed professional
staff, provided project management, wrote hydrogeological reports,
performed aquifer pumping and slug testing, provided analytical groundwater
flow modeling, interpreted hydrogeological information and provided
client/regulatory liaison. Utilized groundwater extraction/injection
technologies to achieve project objectives.
Reason for Leaving
Client contract change, slowdown
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Project Hydrogeologist
2/1994 - 5/1997
C.C. Johnson & Malhotra
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Lakewood, Colorado
Categories of Work Experience
Staff mentoring/coordination, local groundwater studies, design of water
extraction/injection wells, monitoring well network design and
implementation, numerical and analytical groundwater flow modeling, aquifer
pumping tests, equipment procurement, project/task management, field work,
visual logging of soil samples, groundwater sampling events and programs,
groundwater remediation, technical report/proposal writing, preparation of
CERCLA documents, statistical analyses, baseline health risk assessment,
depositional environment identification, regulatory agency interactions and
negotiations, coordination and prioritization of tasks/projects,
supervision of consultants and contractors, databases, geological mapping,
and, preparation of hydrogeologic graphics/illustrations.
Experience Summary
Provided environmental-related hydrogeological consulting services to
government and industrial clients within the western US and Michigan.
Performed task management, field work, and report submittals for a BLM
dedicated CERCLA contract. Project categories included solid waste
landfills, abandoned industrial property and inactive mine sites.
Additionally, performed aquifer pumping tests and groundwater flow modeling
for a village-scale, gasoline affected aquifer. Assisted with the design of
a closed-loop groundwater treatment system. Project work involved
characterization of both unconsolidated sediments and consolidated rock.
Reason for Leaving
Federal contract (BLM) funding interruption.
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Project Manager/Senior Hydrogeologist
7/1990 - 3/1993
IT Corporation
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Categories of Work Experience
Staff mentoring/coordination, local groundwater studies, monitoring well
network design and implementation, analytical groundwater flow modeling,
aquifer pumping tests, equipment procurement, program/project management,
field work, infrared imaging applications, visual logging of soil samples,
groundwater sampling
events and programs, groundwater remediation, technical report/proposal
writing, statistical analyses, baseline health risk assessment,
depositional environment identification, regulatory agency interactions and
negotiations, coordination and prioritization of tasks/projects,
supervision of consultants and contractors, databases, geological mapping,
and, preparation of hydrogeologic graphics/illustrations.
Experience Summary
Provided environmental-related hydrogeological consulting services to
government (DoD, DoE) and industrial clients within the western US.
Considerable project management responsibilities, technical writing, and
coordination of professional staff. Provided significant liaison between
government clients and regulatory personnel. Responsible for
hydrogeological and historical site activity research. Responsibilities
included drilling/well construction oversight and performance of aquifer
pumping tests. Utilized groundwater flow/contaminant transport models,
infrared imaging, electromagnetic induction surveys, air photo
interpretations, and groundwater extraction technologies to solve
contaminated groundwater/soil problems. Project properties included:
Kirtland Air Force Base (Albuquerque); Sandia National Laboratories
(Albuquerque); and Los Alamos National Weapons Laboratory. Assisted with
hiring and training of professional staff. Considerable work with federal,
state and county environmental regulations.
Reason for Leaving
Air Force command reorganization; loss of contract.
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PROJECT SUMMARY EXAMPLES
Project 1: Prepared a dewatering plan for a large open-pit, molybdenum
mine. The produced groundwater to be used for supplying the mine's ore
processing facility.
Location: Thompson Creek Mine near Clayton, Idaho.
Project Focus: Acquire aquifer hydraulic information in the vicinity of a
mine-pit pond to assess locations for additional wells, their depths,
pumping capacities, and evaluate the feasibility of applying dewatering
methods using wells to achieve the mine's objectives.
Project Outcome: The dewatering plan was successfully implemented resulting
in eliminating the mine-pit pond and lowering the aquifer potentiometric
surface by about 150 feet.
My Employer: I was self-employed as an independent consultant under
contract to Layne GeoSciences of the Layne Christensen Company (ph: 909-390-
2833). My title was Senior Hydrogeologist and the performance dates of my
contract with Layne GeoSciences were 9/2009 to 3/2010.
My Role: Responsible for the work plan preparation/client approval,
performance/evaluation of aquifer pumping tests, evaluation/description of
portions of the mine's high wall fractures/fault planes, performance of
groundwater flow modeling/pumping scenario simulations, and writing a
detailed dewatering plan for the mine.
Summary: This mine dewatering feasibility project involved my services
performing In-Situ pressure transducer procurement, field data acquisition
activities, hydraulic data analyses, hydrogeological
graphics/illustrations, technical report writing, and client interaction.
Pressure transducers were installed within an existing monitoring well, two
water production wells, and a mine-pit pond. Three separate, constant-
discharge aquifer pumping tests were performed with durations exceeding 24
hours, each. Due to the close proximity of the pumping wells to the mine-
pit pond, the early time aquifer pumping test data was used to evaluate
fractured media transmissivity, hydraulic conductivity, and storativity
using the graphical/analytical Cooper-Jacob straight-line method. Recharge
from the mine-pit pond stopped expansion of the cone of hydraulic
depression caused by the pumped well(s). The hydraulic effect of pumping
one or two wells upon the mine-pit pond's water level was evaluated and
verified. Due to the non-homogenous and anisotropic aquifer conditions for
the fractured crystalline rock media, values of transmissivity and
storativity were different depending upon location of the pumped well. The
quantity and locations of future dewatering wells were constrained by the
availability of space for drilling and the expected future geometry of the
mine-pit. Six simulations using different pumping and well
location/construction scenarios were performed and presented to the mine.
Of these, two scenarios indicated mine dewatering goals would not be
achieved. This dewatering plan was well received by the mine and it
contributed to the achievement of their goals including the supply of make-
up water needed for ore processing.
Other Relevant Projects: A) Evaluation of episodic recharge from the Mojave
River to the Harper Lake sub basin, Abengoa Solar Project near Hinkley, CA.
B) Evaluation of geochemistry influence from China Lake to existing and
proposed well fields along with mapping of hydraulic properties
distribution associated with lacustrine, alluvial, and fluvial depositional
environments, Water Supply Improvement Plan, Indian Wells Valley Water
District, Ridgecrest, CA.
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Project 2: Prepared water resources section of the Application for
Certification submitted to the California Energy Commission concerning a
proposed 250-MW concentrated solar electricity generating facility located
upon 1,800 acres.
Location: Harper Valley Groundwater sub basin which is part of the Mojave
River Basin near Hinkley, CA.
Project Focus: Evaluate the feasibility of using brackish groundwater for
turbine cooling.
Project Outcome: Permit Application was recently certified and approved by
the California Energy Commission.
My Employer: Layne GeoSciences of the Layne Christensen Company (ph: 909-
390-2833). My title was Senior Hydrogeologist and the dates of my
employment were 1/2007 to 9/2009.
My Role: Responsible for preparing the basin conceptual model, overall
technical management/coordination, client/water agency/regulatory personnel
liaison, analytical groundwater flow modeling for local focus area using
WinFlow, assist with the basin numerical flow model using Groundwater
Vistas.
Summary: I utilized and maintained several spreadsheets and databases
needed to manage, organize, and edit aquifer pumping test data, water
quality data, well attribute data, baseline potentiometric surface data,
water budget data, and water rights information. The spreadsheet and
database programs I used included Excel spreadsheets, Access databases,
databases internal to Solinst pressure transducer data acquisition
software, databases internal to the WinFlow software, databases internal to
the AQTESOLV software and a text editor. Additionally, I assisted with the
team's dedicated ARC GIS, Surface Geophysical, and numerical modeling staff
with regard to those spreadsheets and the databases internal to ARC GIS,
Groundwater Vistas, and WinGLink.
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Project 3: Provided oversight during the drilling of a test borehole to
evaluate feasibility of future water supply well construction in a location
suspected of elevated arsenic levels in discrete aquifer zones.
Location: Mojave River Basin near Helendale, CA.
Summary: Project involved a seven day drilling period with work shifts
allowing 24 hour per day drilling production. The drilling method was air
rotary casing hammer with capability of discrete zone sampling of
groundwater using temporary bentonite clay seals and airlifting. My
responsibilities included visual logging of drill cuttings using the
Unified Soil Classification System, collecting groundwater samples for
laboratory analyses at discrete aquifer zones, evaluating yield at discrete
aquifer zones, interaction with the on-site Mojave Water Agency
hydrogeologist, and observation of borehole abandonment.
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Project 4: Assisted with a surface geophysical investigation using DC
resistivity methods. The objective was to identify locations for water
wells within a fractured subsurface basalt environment to provide salt
water to reverse osmosis treatment units and ultimately supply drinking
water for a proposed high-rise condominium project.
Location: Rosarita Beach, Baja, Mexico on property adjacent to the Pacific
Ocean.
Summary: I assisted Layne GeoSciences geophysicist, Leigh Wood Dudash (ph:
909-***-****) with a geophysical investigation for a groundwater supply
objective. The DC resistivity equipment consisted of a SuperSting
transmitter/receiver console, multi-electrode cables, and electrodes. My
portion of the field task involved moving electrode cables, setting
electrodes, and operating the console. The task was performed over a three
day period and focused on identification of fracture zones with highly
conductive salt water. The field investigation provided good results and
recommendations for well locations were provided in a written report of
findings.
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