CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Instrumental in securing over $40 million in federal/state grants and low-interest loans for clients.
Generated ~$2 million in new business in <2 years while serving as Senior Project Manager (Superior Environmental).
Co-founded/managed SRW Environmental Services Inc. Key contributor in growing from start-up to a leading Ohio
environmental company with 35 employees.
MICHAEL D. WEINSTEIN, PG, CP
513.767.3553 mdw.gtr@gmail.com


SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST TECHNICAL CONSULTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Solutions-oriented professional with unique combination of staff management, client interaction skills, business development, and
technical expertise. Extensive experience in project management, from simple Phase I property assessments to highly complex
remediation of contaminated industrial sites. An expert qualification with Ohios Voluntary Action Program (VAP) and the Clean Ohio
Fund/Jobs Ohio. Reputation for ability to accurately characterize property conditions, identify and implement effective and
financially responsible solutions, directing staff, negotiating with regulatory agencies, and interfacing with clients. Exceptional
communication/presentation skills; able to break down present complex/technical information in a manner that is easily
understood. Strong team player and brain trust advocate. Successful start-up experience with 2 companies. Key strengths:



Project Management Skills
Feasibility Assessments, Remediation
Risk Assessments, Risk Mitigation
Specification Definition, Project Planning
Scope-of-Work Document Preparation
Project Scheduling & Staffing
Cost Estimating, Budget Control (up to $4M)
Sourcing, Purchasing, Resource Allocation
Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC)
Regulatory Compliance/Compliance
Demolition Management, Construction/Installation Management
Customer/Operator Training
Final Inspection & Sign-Off
Start-up Support, Ongoing Customer Support

EXPERIENCE PROFILE

Directed large, complex projects involving assessment and clean-up of brownfield properties throughout Ohio under the Ohio
VAP. Advised and assisted communities in CORF/COAF and US EPA grant programs. Assisted with management of similar projects
in Indiana and Michigan.
Provided leadership for teams of scientists, engineers, technicians and administrative support specialists. Led by example and
communicated a common vision for success. Analyzed data; set appropriate benchmarks for success. Planned and executed
strategies to project objectives and regulatory requirements were met.
Managed staff teams of 5 to 10 professionals so they feel like a partner not just an employee to achieve client project objectives
on time and within a negotiated budget.
Conducted contamination investigations, feasibility studies and site remediation, ranging from UST sites to abandoned industrial
properties. Designed and monitored remedial systems for soil, building materials, soil vapor, air, and water.
Worked with plant managers and facility engineers to obtain/update permits, e.g., permits to install/operate, NPDES, de minimis
air discharge, and Class V injection well permits. Completed No Further Action letters (NFAs) for a wide range of clients.
Provided health and safety training to project staff, field services teams and client employees. Developed safety manuals,
checklists and procedures manuals to guide clients in maintaining compliance.

SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Jefferson Smurfit Box Plant Managed this $2.5M assessment and remediation project. Wrote and helped property owner secure a
$1M grant, a $150K+ tax credit, and 10-year tax abatements. Prepared 2 NFAs. Completed remediation resulting in a Covenant-Not-

Environmental Engineering
Report & Documentation Preparation
Health & Safety
Sampling, Data Collection & Analysis
Policies & Procedures Development
Site Audits, Regulatory Compliance Audits
Remediation
Grant Writing (Federal & State)
Relationship Management
I have found Mr. Weinstein to be very accessible, very knowledgeable always willing to contribute fully to the project. Overall
City of Ironton officials have been very pleased with Mr. Weinsteins performance as a management environmental consultant,
hope to utilize his services in the future and have no reservations in recommending him to others.
William F. Dickens
Economic Development Director, City of Ironton
To-Sue (CNS). Several years after original CNS was in place, updated the NFA resulting in a new CNS and additional 10-year tax
abatement.

Former Mosler Safe Plant, City of Hamilton Served as the projects Certified Professional. Oversaw Phase I and Phase II property
assessments, conducted asbestos survey and universal waste inventory. Designed and implemented engineering control processes
for lead, PAH, and VOC-contaminated soil. Oversaw soil excavation/disposal, soil remediation, asbestos abatement and building
demolition activities.
Assisted the volunteer/property owner secure the first low-interest loan funded by OEPA Brownfields WPCLF in the State of Ohio.
Following transfer of the property to a new owner, who desired a new CNS, developed Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between
US EPA and Ohio EPA. Instrumental in helping this new volunteer secure a $3M CORF grant plus a $500K US EPA BCRLF grant.
Implemented site remediation and obtained new CNS under the MOA.

Teleflex Inc. Succeeded where 5 other engineering firms had tried and failed to meet Ohios VAP requirements for 3 plants that
manufacture specialty components for the aerospace industry and military applications. Reviewed historical data, addressed gaps
and rectified errors. Discovered chromium contamination in the groundwater. Oversaw remediation, navigated the properties
through intricate VAP requirements, and issued NFAs. Secured CNSs for all 3 facilities.

(Former) GM-Globe Lot Conducted assessments to help the new property owner (Al Neyer, Inc.) reduce restrictions placed on
portions of the property as a result of a CNS obtained by the former property owner (GM). Helped Neyer obtain a $750K Clean Ohio
Assistance remediation grant. Developed action plans and headed project to remediate lead-impacted soil and TCE-contaminated
soil and groundwater. Following finalization of Neyers property development plans, prepared and submitted an NFA.

City of Ironton Riverfront Redevelopment & Trails Developed and submitted grant application that resulted in a CORF grant
($1.5M+) for clean-up of a portion of the Ohio Riverfront. Completed this site remediation project, ~$200K under budget and a
year ahead of schedule.

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
PARTNERS ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING, INC., Cincinnati, OH 2012 - 2014
Director of Southern Ohio Operations
Opened and established a new branch office. Responsibilities include; P&L, client management, project management, staff
management and business development. Participation in all aspects of company management which includes staff management and
selection, quality control and quality assurance, new market development, health & safety, subcontractor selection and approvals
and interaction between clients and regulatory agencies.

SUPERIOR ENVIRONMENTAL CORPORATION, Cincinnati, OH 2010 2012
Senior Project Manager
Direct projects, from initial client contact through completion, provide staff leadership and manage business development for the
Cincinnati office. Responsible for investigative scope and methods, conclusions, recommendations and remedial technology
selection based on federal ARAR policies. Oversee the work of 3-10 staff geologists, engineers, scientists and support teams in
conducting Phase I and Phase II property assessments, asbestos surveys, asbestos abatement, AOC identification, COC
determination, groundwater yield determination, soil classification, contaminant distribution, risk-based decision-making (RBCA),
universal waste abatement, demolition and remediation projects.
Brought new clients resulting in ~$2M in new business.
Introduced process improvements to increase billable hours by 25%.
Led team to successful conclusion of an inherited, struggling 8-year investigation/remediation project that had failed
under 6 previous project managers. Resolved longstanding problems, rewrote reports, submitted NFA. CNS obtained in
March 2012.
Achieved all project deliverables on time and within budget.
Increased staff efficiency by implementing SOPs and a task-order approach to work assignments. Streamlined field work
and recordkeeping. Identified new vendors with better/more advanced technology and/or lower costs.

SRW ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, INC. 1996 2010
Senior Vice President/Co-Founder
Managed all aspects of projects involving assessment and clean-up of brownfields and industrial sites under the Ohio VAP. Clients
ranged from municipalities to dry-cleaning plants to UST owner/operators. Selected and supervised teams performing
environmental assessments, soil and groundwater remediations and UST work. Developed and implemented remedial action plans.
Issued NFAs and secured CNSs. Additional accountabilities: risk assessment, project planning, technical sales and staff development.
Wrote a business plan to guide brownfield development. Developed/implemented SOPs and technology innovation training.
Guided communities in navigating CORF/COAF and US EPA grant programs for environmental remediation.
Established a subcontractor bidding process that created a more competitive environment, reduced company expense and
resulted in a better and more comprehensive end product for the clients.
OMEGA ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 1994 1996
Regional Technical Manager
Managed 17 employees in Cincinnati and Columbus offices. Managed budgets, tracked revenue and expenses. Reported P&L to
Corporate. Provided team leadership and technical guidance for Phase I/II site assessments, UST property assessments, field pilot
studies, site closures and remedial action plan development. Performed field work as needed. Designed and supervised installation/
operation of remedial systems including: DPE, SVE, pump and treat, and in-situ bioaugmentation in soil and groundwater.
Grew this business from start-up (zero staff, zero revenue) to 17 employees and $3M in less than 2 years.

H.C. NUTTING COMPANY 1987 1994
Project Geologist
One of 3 professionals hired to start the companys Environmental Services Department, which provided field services, data
collection, and report preparation for hundreds of Phase I and Phase II site assessments associated with real estate transactions.
Supervised, documented, sampled and reported UST removals. Served on team that designed and installed more than 30 in-situ
soil/groundwater remedial systems, including: pump & treat, above-ground biological treatment of VOC-contaminated
groundwater, soil bio-piles, soil vapor extraction, duel-phase extraction, and air sparging.
Played key role in building department to 20 employees in 3 offices generating nearly $5M in gross revenue annually.

DAMES & MOORE 1987
Geologist
Conducted field services such as soil sampling. Monitored well installation/logging and sampling at a pharmaceutical manufacturing
facility. Secured an unescorted security clearance through the NRC to perform pump tests, field testing for salinity to identify
saltwater intrusion at the Salem and Hope Creek generating stations on the Delaware River. Provided daily field documentation of
the demolition of the USX Steel cabling plant in Trenton, NJ.

EDUCATION

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY BA, Groundwater Technology (Geology)
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI Completed 2 years of courses towards MS, Environmental Science
Certifications
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency DERR/VAP-Certified Professional #126
AIPG-Certified Professional Geologist (CPG) National, LPG - Indiana, PG - Alaska
OSHA Health & Safety, 40-hour, 8-hour update
Professional Development
DOT Hazardous Waste Manifest
OSHA 8-hour Health & Safety Hazwoper Refresher
USEPA Triad Training, 2004 and 2012 (Updates)
Ohio EPA, Division of Emergency & Remedial Response (DERR) Certified Professional Training, 1997-2013
Ohio Department of Transportation NEPA Training
Continuing education has included numerous courses: Incremental-Composite Sampling Design for Surface Soil Analyses, Uses of
Rapid Assessment Tool (RAT), Use of Geostatistical 3-D Data visualization/Analysis in Superfund Remedial Action Investigation,
ATSDR Brownfield/Land Reuse Site Tool, Nanotechnology DNAPL Remediation, US and EU Perspectives on Green and Sustainable
Remediation, Brownfield & Cleanup Guidelines (FY2012 update).

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG)
National Brownfield Association
Ohio Brownfield Association
EHS Professionals

Environmental Remediation Specialists
Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists
Environmental In-situ Remediation Specialists
Bioremediation Group
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

American Red Cross Volunteer