My background is as an Environmental professional that has serviced many roles during my career but primarily an air quality scientist. I have more than 25 years of experience conducting dispersion modeling experience and have managed an air quality department with as many as 18 junior staff. Through this experience I have developed strong leadership aptitudes, gained experience and expertise communicating complex technical issues in a concise readily understandable manner while working cooperatively with numerous responding and regulatory agencies in high stress, high-profile situations, while protecting client’s interests and maintaining compliance with corporate policies and procedures.

Self-employed since 2011, I have worked both as a consultant and short-term employee depending on client’s insurance requirements. My last assignment was as a contractor to Pro Energy where I wrote several regulatory Title V compliance summaries for natural gas fired power plants. Previous positions include environmental compliance contractor at a cement plant that burned hazardous waste as an alternative fuel source, emergency response team member and various consulting positions ranging from staff member to Department Lead. Through these various positions I gained experience that makes me an excellent candidate for your client’s Air Quality Project Management opening. Briefly, the relevant experience and skills included but are not limited to:

Provided subject matter expertise on Clean Air Act including upcoming new regulations (including PSD, NSR, MATS and NSPS permitting experience, knowledge and ability to perform combustion calculations and understanding of environmental issues related to refinery permitting and compliance;

Title V permit permitting and compliance requirements,

General conformity regulations,

Developed and implement environmental compliance programs within the areas of air;

Develop and implement Refinery compliance system self-assessment program;

Participate and lead incident Root Cause Assessments (RCA);

Site lead for quality of CEMS data collection and flare compliance requirements;

Provided team input to other environmental staff on hazardous waste, pipeline, remediation issues of familiarity to this engineer as the senior environmental engineer for the refinery

Demonstrated critical thinking & entrepreneurial skillsets in negotiating workable language for Refinery air permits. This includes experience in working with regulators to resolve concerns prior to permit issuance

Managed of day to day requests for interpretation of regulations, guidance on Environmental, Health, Safety and Transportation issues. Provide guidance, training and technical support as needed

Supported preparation of MSDS/SDS and TSCA reporting by having thorough awareness of materials used in the Refinery processes.

Preparation of Permits to Construct including emission estimations. and computer modeling,

State Implementation Plan requirements,

Emission credits.

Developed the environmental operating budget and provides recommendations to plants regarding environmental capital and operating budgets.

Created and executed air permitting strategy and schedule in coordination with overall project objectives.

Clearly and concisely communicated the environmental permitting and compliance status to key stakeholders.

Provided technical oversight of environmental studies needed to support air permit applications and proposed regulations.

Managed external consultants and their scope of work, schedule and cost for preparation of permit applications, studies and other environmental documents.

Reviewed the work product of environmental staff professionals and consultants to verify technical adequacy and ensure they achieve project / plant objectives.

Proactively identified and communicated critical assumptions, risks, information needs, and feasible alternatives to improve environmental permitting schedule and budget.

Identified areas of potential compliance concerns and proactively seek out solutions which are aligned with the goals and objectives of the project. Analyzes data and identifies adverse trends. Develops corrective action plans and insures those corrective actions are effective.

Contributed to the professional development of environmental staff.

Assisted in performing due diligence reviews of business opportunities to identify potential liabilities, risks and costs associated with meeting applicable regulatory requirements.

Provided environmental input to the project site selection process.

Coordinated the transfer of information and efficient interface with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the timely issuance of project permits and incorporation of environmental constraints into the project design, operations and budget.

Used diplomacy, persuasion and effective decision-making skills to negotiate permit conditions and resolution of environmental issues with regulatory agencies that are cost-effective and in the best interests of the project.

Developed and maintained a positive professional relationship with regulatory agency staff. Developed timely responses to agency inquiries, acted as a liaison with regulatory agency personnel during facility inspections.

Prepared public displays and represents clients in public meetings, as required, in performing environmental functions.

Planed and provided oversight for environmental testing and reporting for new plant commissioning.

Evaluated and effectively communicates potential impacts of proposed state and federal environmental regulatory initiatives.

Organizes environmental files according to standard department filing system.

Maintained technical skills by attending seminars, interfacing with outside professionals and reading technical journals and publications.

Desired Qualifications

Technical knowledge and skills must be balanced with people skills and 15 plus years of experience related to the functions and responsibilities of this position.

Must have strong technical skills,

Knowledge of U.S. environmental statutes and regulations is required.

Experience in obtaining environmental permits and approvals, and experience in environmental compliance support for operating industrial facilities is required.

Requires strong problem solving and decision making skills to quickly identify environmental problems and make use of all available tools to arrive at optimum solutions. Initiative, creativity and flexibility are necessary to work under critical time deadlines and pressures.

Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills.

In closing I have included a brief summary of my work history and education below. After you have the opportunity to review my work history I would like to discuss how effectively I can contribute to your company’s profit margin either as an employee or consultant. Should you have any questions before scheduling an appointment, I may be reached at 865-***-**** / acyvss@r.postjobfree.com. Thank you very much for taking the time to review my resume and for your kind consideration. I look forward to speaking with you in the future.

Sincerely,

Michael R. McCarter

Enclosure (Résumé)

` Michael R. McCarter

WORK EXPERIENCE

2011- current

McCarter Consultants

New Market, TN

Principal Scientist / Owner

Duties include those associated with owning and operating a small consulting company. Projects have focused on, air quality permitting, compliance and dispersion modeling projects. Hands-on work includes short-term work assignments at clients’ office, plant or facility and, environmental consulting services. Services or assignments included:

Maintained a commitment to Safety and a Safety Culture as evidenced in approach to daily activities and projects.

Prepared numerous air quality permit applications from marketing clients to permit condition negotiates.

Prepared several regulatory Title V compliance summaries for natural gas fired power plants.

Served environmental compliance contractor at a cement plant that burned hazardous waste as an alternative fuel source

Prepared complex air quality dispersion modeling investigations

Prepared ozone-depleting substances annual report to demonstrate compliance with EPA regulations issued under sections 601-607 of the Clean Air Act.

Prepared Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Tier II (EPCRA 311 and 312) Report and/or the Toxics Release Inventory (EPCRA 313) Report, also called the Form R.

Ensured that client maintained compliance with CAA regulations.

Developed Excel Workbook to perform sustainability calculations needed for client’s annual sustainability report.

Prepared annual reports need to demonstrate compliance with EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program including compiling data, such as: quarterly samples needed for biogenic analysis and emission data.

Clean Air Act (CAA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and other Federal programs.

Provided expert input into long range planning and strategic development for the client’s projects permit application submittal schedule in particular how long of a lead time would be required to obtain various permits.

Conducted impact risk assessment modeling for most accidental release types.

Performed regular air quality audits to monitor emissions, contaminations and damages.

Reviewed and recommend improvements to existing environmental strategies.

Developed budget and timelines for environmental (air quality) operations and develop cost reduction initiatives while still maintaining quality.

Provided senior level preparation and oversight of permit application and compliance reporting for the various regulatory programs including:

New Source Review (NSR permits)

National Environmental Policy Act National

EIS \ EA impact analysis

Stakeholder involvement, and

Record of decision (ROD) compliance

National Environmental Policy Act National

Prevention of Significance Deterioration (PSD Title I) permits;

Operating (Title V) Permits;

New Source Performance Standards 40 CFR Part 60.

Performed regular site surveys for air quality compliances.

Assessed potential air quality risks and develop mitigation plans.

Provided guidance in air quality issues relating to transportation and energy.

Assisted and supported attorneys in matters concerning air quality issues.

Performed air quality audits and implement audit recommendations.

Operated an air quality compliance programs for Alaska’ North Slope drilling operations, served as a technical resource by providing guidance and assistance to the field to ensure compliance.

Experienced performing the duties of an air quality lead or technical expert and provide leadership and direction to less experienced environmental and operations staff.

Performed the complex technical work necessary to design and implement air quality permitting and compliance strategies.

Experienced Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager.

Reviewed draft construction and operating permits and negotiate permit conditions.

Experienced tracking and maintaining in-depth knowledge of existing and proposed environmental regulations.

Experienced participating in regulatory rule makings and internal policy development.

Maintains professional relationship with regulatory agencies to ensure essential cooperative atmosphere for continuous improvement of all matters related to the air quality.

Represented client during agency inspections; and maintaining contacts and working relationships with local, state, and federal agency personnel.

Assisted with regulatory advocacy efforts focused on permitting-related local, state or federal regulatory initiatives.

Planned and conducted field studies to assist in air quality modeling analysis to support emergencies involving radioactive material

Managed contract and department financial performance, conducting quality assurance reviews of work prepared by others and mentoring junior staff.

Created and executed air permitting strategy and schedule in coordination with overall project objectives.

Provided technical oversight of environmental studies needed to support air permit applications and proposed regulations.

Proactively identified and communicates critical assumptions, risks, information needs, and feasible alternatives to improve environmental permitting schedule and budget.

Identified areas of potential compliance concerns and proactively seeks solutions which are aligned with the goals and objectives of the project. Analyzes data and identifies adverse trends. Develops corrective action plans and insures those corrective actions are effective.

2010 - 2011

Steigers Corporation

Anchorage, AK

Principal Air Quality Scientist

Served as a Principal Air Quality Scientist with responsibilities of providing hands-on technical guidance and oversight on air quality projects. Projects scope-of-work topically including preparing and supervising the preparation of ADEC, Federal and other agencies deliverables, such as permit applicability analysis, compliance reports, ADEC air quality permit application, post application submissions, air quality permit review and preparation of comments. Additional responsibilities included: managing and implementing compliance projects, developing permit compliance matrices, identifying compliance tools, and conducting environmental compliance audits, and conducting quality assurance reviews of deliverables.

Prepared compliance reports for reportable air releases

Provide leadership and strategic direction for expanding Steigers' air quality practice and client base

Identified and developed new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and took active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generated repeat business.

Direct strategic air permit and compliance assurance programs for a variety of industrial clients with complex technical/regulatory issues. Work closely with clients and develop strong relationships to understand specific processes and develop a permitting and compliance strategy to help clients maintain maximum operating flexibility. Achieve clients' expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.

Served as a senior technical resource on air quality compliance assurance and permitting programs, including regulatory analysis of industrial facility operations; major and minor source air permit applications under NSR, PSD, Title V, and state-level regulations; and NESHAP MACT compliance programs.

Lead a team of consultants in the proper planning and execution of air quality projects, and in directing or conducting independent technical reviews of deliverable work products.

Prepare emissions analysis using computer models such as CalEEMod and MOVES and data sources such as EMFAC, OFFROAD and AP-42

Perform dispersion modeling using AERMOD, CAL3QHCR, and similar tool

Prepare air quality and greenhouse gas emissions technical reports and sections of CEQA and NEPA documents for land development, transportation, and infrastructure projects

Prepare health risk assessments

experience – performing air quality and greenhouse gas technical studies in support of CEQA and NEPA

Excellent analytical skills and exceptional problem solving ability

2007 - 2009

ARCADIS

Anchorage, AK

Senior Scientist

Served as a Senior Scientist accountable for: preparing air quality permit application, regulatory applicability analysis, compliance auditing, emissions inventory development, NEPA analysis, regulatory strategic planning and served as subject matter expert on complex technical issues requiring air quality dispersion modeling. Initial duties included providing direct environmental support to client’s North Slope oil and gas development operations. Tasks included liaison and supporting regulatory agencies on compliance matters, providing field personnel support and guidance regarding regulatory compliance, best practices, and providing training on compliance procedures.

2006-2007

Environmental Quality Management

Las Vegas, NV

Senior Scientist

Served as EQ's Las Vegas office most senior staff member, technical expert, advisor, and focal point for air quality projects. Responsibilities included: preparing conformity and NEPA analysis, preparing client’s environmental permit application, representing clients as required before stakeholder groups, interpreting and advising on new and existing regulations, providing client’s advice as related to environmental compliance, developing compliance procedures and matrix, and training client’s personnel to ensure compliance with environment requirements. Supported the general growth and development of EQM’s global air quality and climate change services. Collaborated with other EQM practitioners to execute air quality projects, including participating on teams comprised of professionals in other practice areas from multiple offices around the global organization.

2005-2006

Converse Consultant

Las Vegas, NV

Air Quality Practice Lead

Served as a senior consultant and air quality practice lead with responsibilities of establishing project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards, initiate, and maintain liaison with clients to: facilitate project scoping, project administrative monitoring and oversight to ensure the project is completed on schedule and within budget, investigate potentially serious situations and implemented corrective measures. Additional responsibilities included staff management, preparation of permit applications, permit negotiations, performing dispersion modeling, represent company and clients in project and regulatory strategy meetings, manage financial aspects of contracts and maintaining a favorable relationship with clients, Federal, state and local agencies.

2002 -2004

Hoefler Consulting Group

Anchorage, AK

Project Scientist

Main responsible was to provide senior level technical expertise on air quality projects. Duties included preparing air quality reports, conducting air quality dispersion modeling assessment, preparing assessment reports, and permit application preparation. Work was primarily focused on DOD facilities and, Alaska oil and gas operation in both Alaska’s North Slope and Cook Inlet production units.

2000-2002

Washington Group International

Denver, CO

Project Scientist

Primary responsibilities were to provide air quality regulatory guidance and scientific advice regarding permitting large WGI construction projects. Additional duties included conducting air quality impact analysis (dispersion modeling) odor source assessment, meteorological data processing, obtaining local permits and environmental regulatory tracking.

1995-2000

AlphaTRAC Inc.

Westminster, CO

Atmospheric Scientist / QA/QC Office

Served as an Atmospheric Scientist and QA/QC Officer with duties that included managing and executing QA/QC programs that met DOE requirements for software development. Additional duties included serving as a team member on the Regional Atmospheric Response Center (RARC) team, preparing a variety of environmental reports, preparing permit applications including impact assessment, and providing RFETS operational support as related to environmental compliance. Other responsibilities included staff management, representing the company and clients in project meetings, managing financial aspects of contracts and maintaining a favorable relationship with clients, and regulatory agencies.

1993 – 2000

McCarter Consulting Incorporated

Aurora, Colorado

Principal Scientist / Owner

Duties included those associated with owning and operating a small consulting company. Projects focused on air quality and meteorological monitoring, indoor air quality modeling, air quality permitting, ambient air quality assessments, and flash flood forecasting.

EDUCATION:

University of North Dakota, B.S. Meteorological Studies;

OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER trained (not current);

OSHA 8-hour HAZWOPPER Supervisor Training;

ARCADIS UCLA Project Management Course;

Alaska North Slope and H2S training;

ARCADIS UCLA Project Management Course;

BP On-site Safety Training;

Smith Driving Training;

ExxonMobile Security and Safety Training;

MSHA training certification;

DOE Computer security training required for a DOE Q clearance;

EPA Method 9

Vinson Security Training; and

Some Graduate work (CSU) Environmental Management. Currently in the acceptance process for a MBA program with focus on environmental studies (on-line).

Contact this candidate