ZBIGNIEW “LEE” IGNATOWICZ
Roseville, California
Cell 916-***-**** / H. 916-***-****
***@********.***
ASSOCIATE GEOLOGIST / PROJECT GEOLOGIST
California Professional Geologist, PG 8649
Environmental Consulting Engineering Geology
Highly accomplished Geologist with strong Project Management background and 15 years experience in Environmental and Geology Consulting for top corporations in oil and energy industries. Expert skills in environmental site assessments, environmental related field procedures, site development, subsurface investigations, groundwater and soil remediation, and preparation of various scientific reports. Provides end-to-end project management oversight including initiation, planning, and execution of complex projects on-time and on-budget. Effective communicator with culturally diverse audiences. Keen ability to break down complex challenges and deliver creative solutions focused on operational excellence. Adapts easily to various work environments, types of work and work teams.
CORE COMPETENCIES INCLUDE
Engineering and Scientific Data Analysis
Extensive Field Investigation Management
Account Management
Hydro Geology
OSHA/Regulatory Compliance
Multi-Project Management
Team Leadership
Remediation Action Plans
Remediation Effectiveness
Analytical Problem Solving
Change Management
Client Relations
Technical Reports
Extensive Fieldwork
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
E2C REMEDIATION – Roseville, California 6/2010 – 10/2011
Provides environmental, geological, engineering, and remediation services for clients in California.
Associate Geologist
1 Investigated the sequence, structure, locations and properties of geologic materials with respect to water quality, groundwater flow, and groundwater surface water interaction; evaluated geologic and hydrogeologic data to determine aquifer characteristics. Reviewed groundwater monitoring data, analyzed hydrogeologic data.
2 Conducted investigations to obtain geologic data for the planning, design and construction of soil borings, groundwater monitoring wells, soil vapor extraction wells, and air sparging wells; collected groundwater and soil samples and water level measurements, collected air samples.
3 Performed management and oversight of projects, subsurface investigations, technical report preparation, and site work coordination with regulators, permitting agencies, owners or site managers and subcontractors. Prepared and reviewed: various types of maps, cross sections, boring logs, and diverse tables; applications for permits, reviewed construction plans and specifications, and records.
4 Prepared and reviewed Subsurface Investigation Technical Reports, Site Conceptual Models, Corrective Action Plans, Health and Safety Plans, Work Plans, Site Status Reports, Groundwater Monitoring and Sampling Reports, and other reports.
5 Supervised personnel during drilling and other fieldwork. Performed operation and maintenance of various remediation systems, including thermal vapor treatment, water and vapor treatment systems (using carbon canisters) air and oxygen sparging. Performed dual phase extraction tests (vapor-water), (using Mobile Dual Phase Extraction - MDPE units) analyzed recorded data (cone of depression, vacuum, etc.) and evaluated system effectiveness.
STANTEC CONSULTING CORPORATION – Rancho Cordova, California 2006–2009
Provides environmental, geological, engineering, and remediation services for clients globally, including ConocoPhillips.
Associate Geologist
Provided expertise as Geologist and Environmental consultant for 9-15 retail petroleum and bulk plants for ConocoPhillips. Oversaw total operating budgets up to $1M. Investigated the sequence, structure, locations, and properties of geologic materials with respect to water quality, groundwater flow, and groundwater/surface water interaction. Evaluated geologic and hydro geologic data in order to determine aquifer characteristics. Led project management efforts for subsurface investigations and site work coordination with regulators, permitting agencies, clients, and multiple subcontractors.
Prepared and reviewed Subsurface Investigation Technical Reports, Site Conceptual Models, Corrective Action Plans, Health & Safety Plans, Work Plans, Project Status Reports, and Groundwater Monitoring and Sampling reports. Led teams of skilled personnel in drilling, soil excavation, and fieldwork. Determined locations of wells, borings, designed construction, drilling, and installation activities. Managed subcontractor relationships from bid to project completion.
1 Served as Consultant/Compliance Advisor for ConocoPhillips for gas station sites and bulk plants regarding environmental regulatory compliance, budgets, reports, maps, and data management in GeoTracker and LiveLink.
2 Resolved several compliance issues and process gaps including sampling frequency and groundwater monitoring through installation of vapor monitoring devices.
3 Implemented of projects on-time and on-budget with Zero violations or regulatory issues.
4 Identified up to $500K cost savings through maintaining 100% site compliance and eliminating unnecessary work.
5 Championed projects including soil and groundwater sampling, well installation, soil vapor extraction, and air sparge well installation.
RISK-BASED DECISIONS, INC. – Sacramento, California 2006-2006
Provides environmental and geological research services to clients in all industries.
Project Geologist
Performed role as Geological Consultant for several major companies, oversaw per-site budgets up to $25K. Monitored work at 4 former bulk plant sites, and retail gas stations. Led and tracked multiple projects including sampling report preparation. Completed and reviewed cross sections, maps, boring logs, diverse tables, aerial photographs, and regulatory records.
1 Coordinated the removal of lead contaminated soil, a 6 week project, with excellent results.
2 Completed all fieldwork before established deadlines.
SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation) – Sacramento, California 2003-2005
Division of SAIC providing environmental, geological, engineering, and remediation services for oil and energy clients.
Project Geoscientist
Investigated the spread of hydrocarbon contamination from gas stations, bulk plants, and sites located near former pipelines to groundwater or surface waters as an Environmental/Geological Consultant for Chevron Corporation. Directed a team of 2-3 associates and end to end Project Management including preparation of
work plans, subcontractor management, timeline management, and stakeholder communications. Created maps, calculated groundwater gradients and vertical gradients, collected hydrologic data, and presented data in technical reports. Determined locations of wells and borings, designed construction, and installation activities.
1 Championed projects including soil and groundwater sampling, well installation, soil vapor extraction, and air sparge well installation.
2 Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and permit procedures.
3 Successfully met all client requirements and service level agreements.
4 Directed 2 Superfund Site Reports.
GETTLER-RYAN, INC. – Rancho Cordova, California 2002-2003
Specializing in business consulting, environmental, geological, and engineering services for major clients worldwide.
Project Geologist
Served as Geologist and Environmental Consultant for UNOCAL, oversaw 20 retail gas station locations and total budgets up to $1M. Conducted investigations to obtain geological data for the planning, design, and construction of soil borings, monitoring wells, soil vapor extraction wells, and air sparging wells. Oversaw subcontractors during drilling, soil excavation, and other field work. Completed site conceptual models, work plans, and groundwater monitoring and sampling reports. Completed numerous maps, boring logs, and cross sections. Provided project management oversight for multiple projects and site work coordination with regulators, agencies, clients, and subcontractors.
1 Coordinated extensive fieldwork for gas station sites ensuring all regulatory compliance.
2 Performed geological interpretations and submitted recommendations for corrective action.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
CROWN ROLL LEAF, INC. * 1998-2001 * Sales Representative, Holografix Division * STONE & TILE COMPANY * 1995-1997 * Sales Manager * RESNA INDUSTRIES, INC. * 1991-1995 * Project Geologist * GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. * 1989-1991 * Staff Geologist
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Bachelor of Science in Geology (Equivalent), Specialization in Hydrogeology
UNIVERSITY OF WROCLAW – Wroclaw, Poland
CERTIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
California Professional Geologist, PG No. 8649
OSHA, 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations Training, September 1989
OSHA, 8-hr Hazardous Waste Operations Supervisor Training, September 1992 and March 2004
DOT Training, June 2004, Defensive Driving Course, June 2005 and April 2007, CPR & First Aid, August 2011
OSHA, 8-hour Refresher, Hazardous Waste Operations Training, most recent in August 2011
MS Office Suite, Windows 7, Vista & older, Oracle Budget Management, Enfos, GeoTracker, GIS.
Has field vehicle, Chevrolet Silverado 2500.