David Ray

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Burlington, MA *****

USA

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PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

David Ray is a Professional and Certified Geologist with over 26 years of diverse experience in the environmental industry working in various capacities. He has provided expert witness testimony and litigation support in the fields of geology and contaminant hydrogeology. Currently certified in Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120) and involved in the preparation of Health and Safety Plans for contaminated site investigations and remediation. His background includes hydrogeological and environmental assessment investigations, environmental due diligence and compliance, permitting, project management with direct P and L responsibilities, and business development. Additionally, he has implemented and designed a variety of soil and groundwater remediation plans for hazardous waste sites including municipal landfills, bedrock aquifers contaminated by gasoline and chlorinated solvents, and conducted water supply development

OBJECTIVE

A senior-level position commensurate with his broad experience in all facets of the environmental industry. Key responsibilities that include client/project management and business development.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

August 2008-Present

Woodhouse Geosciences, Bradenton, Florida

Research Geologist

Worked on an ad hoc basis doing research for expert testimony. Cases involved construction and geologic forensics for insurance claims . Also acted as caretaker for parents encumbered by sudden illness.

November 1989 - July 2008

Miller Engineering & Testing, Inc. Manchester, New Hampshire

Senior Geologist/Senior Project Manager

As Senior Geologist/Senior Project Manager, responsible for technical consulting, business development , project management, client management and report preparation for environmental and geological investigations. These included Phase I and II environmental site assessments; hydrogeological investigations of soil and groundwater contaminated commercial and industrial properties; feasibility evaluation, design and implementation of soil and groundwater remediation plans; the management and supervision of underground storage tank closures; and preparation of Site Investigation Reports, Groundwater Management Permits and Remedial Action Plans in accordance with regulatory requirements.

June 1987 – October 1989

Quest Environmental Sciences Manchester, New Hampshire

Project Manager and Hydrogeologist

As project manager, responsible for conducting Phase I and II environmental site assessments, soil and groundwater contamination investigations, report preparation, and providing supervision for underground storage tank closures and contaminated soil excavation.

November 1981 – March 1987

Texaco Latin America/West Africa, Coral Gables, Florida

Exploration Geologist

As an Exploration Geologist, responsible for the acquisition and interpretation of geological and geophysical data for the purpose of developing oil and gas prospects in sedimentary basins throughout Central America, Africa, and South America. Areas of expertise utilized in this work include structural geology, regional tectonics, sedimentology, interpretation of remote sensing imagery, interpretation of geophysical data (seismic, gravity and magnetic), interpretation of petrophysical data (well logs), and well site geology.

EXAMPLES OF PROJECTS

Comprehensive Site Characterization of retail facility contaminated by chlorinated solvents (PCE and degradation products) generated by dry cleaner tenant. Investigation involved detailed hydrogeological investigation, soil gas survey and indoor air quality assessment to define the nature, extent, and risk assessment of the contamination plume.

Hydrogeological Site Characterization, Contamination Delineation, Design and Implementation of Air Sparging/Soil Vapor Extraction System, West Canaan, New Hampshire.

Hydrogeological Site Characterization, Contamination Delineation and preparation of Remedial Action Plan for dry cleaning business heavily contaminated with PCE in Salem, NH.

Water Supply Development Investigation for the Town of Bow, New Hampshire. This investigation involved a hydrogeological study of the Bow Aquifer in order to appropriate funds for a more detailed water supply investigation that is currently in progress. A pumping well and various observation wells were drilled, and aquifer pump testing and groundwater sampling were subsequently performed.

Hydrogeological Site Characterization, Contamination Delineation, Design and Implementation of Bioventing/Air Sparging Remediation System, Peters Auto Sales Site, Nashua, NH.

Hydrogeological Site Characterization, Contamination Delineation, Design and Implementation of ORC Injection Plan, Cathi & Don's Country Store Site, Enfield, NH.

An Evaluation of Potential Environmental Impact to Potable Water Supply Wells and Surface Waters from the Use of Recycled Petroleum-Contaminated Soils as Fill Material, Town of Elliot, Maine.

Hydrogeological and Surface Drainage Investigation, Brox Industries Gravel Pit, Nashua, NH.

Assessment and Delineation of Dissolved Gasoline Plume and Bedrock Aquifer Characterization, Windham, NH.

Geological Characterization of Various Granite Quarries in Rockport, MA and Subsequent Expert Witness Testimony on Behalf of the Town of Rockport, MA.

Measurement and Analysis of Rock Mass Fractures For Future Blasting Strategies, Manchester Sand & Gravel Quarry, Hooksett, New Hampshire.

Geological Mapping and Economic Assessment of Various Sand and Gravel Deposits in Southern New Hampshire.

EDUCATION

May 1982 ,Master's Degree in Geological Sciences

University of Texas-El Paso

December 1978, Bachelor's Degree in Geological Sciences.

University of Massachusetts-Amherst

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Association of Groundwater Scientists and Engineer

American Association of Petroleum Geologists

Society of Economic Geologists

Geological Society of America

REFERENCES

Furnished upon request

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