Timothy S. Rupert P.G.

2002 Lazy Brook Austin, TX 78723 (512) 926-7711 * tr75259e@westpost.net

Professional Summary
Extensive experience in the environmental field specifically dealing with site a
ssessment and remediation. Certified professional geoscientist and corrective a
ction project manager. Relates well with clients and staff. Proven ability of fo
reseeing challenges in tasks ahead and providing remedies or direction to achiev
ing the desired outcome. Key skills include:
Environmental Issues/Reviews Waste Management Hazardous Materials Handling
Project Management Technical/Analytic Reports Regulatory Affairs
Policies/Procedures OSHA/Safety Field Installation Management
Multi-Site Operations Information Interpretation Imagination
Client Relationship Management Client Technical Support Bids and Proposals
Career Highlights
Built strong client base. Presented and spoke at client functions. Implemented c
hanges while serving on the companys Standardization Committee for Documents/Pro
ducts for clients. Saved time and cost of production. Increased revenue.
Handled environmental issues for diversified development company. Issues ranged
from endangered species to lingering contamination and whether historical tanks
and chemicals were still present on site. Acted as go-to expert for consultation
on previous reports. Conducted tank and drum removal along with subsurface inve
stigations. Due to these efforts, construction continued on course and client wa
s impressed with due diligence, flexibility, diversity and quick turnaround as w
ell as cost savings.
Established a strong relationship with large petro-chemical company and as a res
ult was specifically requested to run their projects. Set up and managed ~$5 mil
lion worth of projects.
Work Experience
KTA-Tator, Inc., Austin, TX (2009)
Project Management Specialist
Oversaw business development and project management for a major provider of comp
rehensive coatings and corrosion-related services in the United States. Respons
ible for the KTA Coatings Group clients and projects for the Southern Region, ge
nerally in the Texas and Louisiana geographical area.
Key Accomplishments:
Negotiated with clients and managed several diverse projects concurrently in se
parate states. All of these were expedited jobs that required personnel on the
job site within one or two days.
Performed on-site audit of inspection services on the painting and lining of a
ten story Thermal Energy Ground Storage Tank (TES 1), ensuring compliance with s
ite safety and security protocols. The process revealed issues that were correct
ed to prevent any injury or loss of life.
Assisted in failure assessment of paint system on the interior and exterior of
area high school. Gathered information through various failure analysis, adhesi
on tests and contractor interviews.
Kleinfelder, Inc., Austin, TX (2007)
Senior Environmental Scientist
Conducted investigations, designed remediations, and provided environmental comp
liance services. Integrated complex environmental projects with requirements of
various regulatory programs from RCRA to CERCLA as well as local government laws
 and regulations. Managed/mentored environmental staff, directing training and r
esources. Provided business development and marketing support. Coordinated with
acquisitions group for corporate initiatives. Managed multi-million dollar Exxon
Mobil projects in Texas.

Key Accomplishments:
Provided specialized project management skills and training for large petro-che
mical company that had a high-profile situation of a former multi-million barrel
storage facility in Los Angeles that has since become the site of a housing pro
ject built.
Performed research and due diligence to prove that contamination found near con
struction of new school was not from our client. Suggested that client help with
remediation of the area to avoid negative publicity in turn saving the client m
oney and preserving their reputation.
Improved staff efficiency leading to increased revenue.

ECS-Texas, LLP, Austin, TX (2006-2007)

Environmental Department Manager
Responsible for all environmental and geological services. Provided direction an
d supervision to staff of Environmental Services Department. Addressed environme
ntal due diligence and transactional needs. Set budgets, coordinated strategic s
ales, invoicing, and business planning for department. Served on Standardization
Committee.
Key Accomplishments:
Prospected and built database of 600 clients.
Researched and developed best management practices (BMPs) for lead-based paint
removal from interstate guard rails for client enabling client to continue const
ruction free from regulatory delays.
Provided cradle-to-grave project management increasing opportunities for cross
marketing after project completion.

Brown and Caldwell, Austin, TX (2005-2006)

Project Scientist/Geologist
Directed, assigned, and coordinated sampling and remediation projects within str
ict time and budgetary constraints. Communicated with industrial clients and reg
ulatory agency representatives. Selected and supervised sub-contractors.
Key Accomplishments:
Measured and evaluated VOC air monitoring for health and safety of excavation c
rew and directed extent of TCE deep excavation achieving clean up standards and
closing case for regulatory agency.
Performed Data Usability Summary on decommission and closure activities of a fo
rmer Austin Energy power plant.

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Austin, TX (2002-2005)

Corrective Action Specialist/Project Manager
Assisted in the review of site assessments, risk assessments, corrective actions
, and closure reports. Interacted with the public and state agencies including p
reparing written directives and speaking to groups regarding legislatively-manda
ted reports and proposals as well as providing technical assistance on LPST regu
lations and policies.
Key Accomplishments:
Established strong rapport with consultants who often requested that I handle c
ases.
Ensured compliance with applicable rules and regulations.

ThermoRetec Corporation, Austin, TX (1999-2001)

Environmental Scientist/Risk Assessor
Involved in several high-profile and multi-million dollar projects for Koch Indu
stries, British Petroleum-AMOCO, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad and Preci
sion National Planning. Worked with clients and supervised contractors. Organize
d air sampling procedures and performed health risk assessments.
Key Accomplishments:
Originated and put into operation environmental policies for refinery in need o
f integrating environmental management systems.
Provided public relations and organized soil gas and air sampling for a city in
the Midwest that had a landfill break and released benzene underneath the town.
Through sampling and remediation, landfill liner was repaired and no harmful ef
fects were detected.

Education
M.S., Environmental Toxicology, emphasis in Bioremediation, 1999,
Thesis: In-Situ Bioremediation of California List Constituents in the San Joaqu
in Valley
Louisiana State University (Baton Rouge, LA)
B.S., Environmental Management Systems, minors in Chemistry and Agronomy, 1996,
Louisiana State University (Baton Rouge, LA)

Training/Certifications
Professional Geoscientist Certified, 2003
License Number 4771, Soil Science discipline
TCEQ Corrective Action Project Manager (CAPM), 2005
License Number 0239
OSHA HAZWOPER, 1996; Refresher, 2010
Confined Space Certified, 2009
Loss Prevention System (LPS), 2007
D.O.T. HazMat, 2001
OSHA Manager/Supervisor Certified, 1999; Refresher 2010
GSHO Safety and Health Certified, 1997
H2S Safety Training, 2000, Refresher 2007
Fire Safety Training, 2000
Radiation Safety Certified, 1997
Railroad Safety Certified, 2001
Contractor Refinery Safety Training, 1999
First Aid/CPR/AED, 2010
PADI SCUBA Certified, 1996
Trained in ExxonMobils Operations Integrity Management System (OIMS)
Trained in USACE and TXDOT 404 wetlands permitting.
Trained in new ASTM Phase I and Phase II ESA standards.
Trained in Texas Risk Reduction Program and Louisiana Risk Evaluation/ Correcti
ve Action Program.
Affiliations
Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists (TBPG)
Council for Educational Facilities Planners Institute (CEFPI)
Real Estate Council of Austin (RECA)
Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS)
 Austin Contractors/Engineers Association (ACEA)
Texas Association of Environmental Professionals (TAEP)
Industry Council on the Environment (ICE)
Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC)
Society for Industrial Microbiology (SIM)
Society for Risk Analysis (SRA)
American Society for Microbiology (ASM)
Water Environmental Federation, Louisiana and Texas Chapters (WEF)
National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE)
Society of Protective Coatings (SSPC)
Alpha Zeta, academic honor fraternity
Pi Gamma Epsilon, service fraternity
Member and officer of numerous environmental organizations and councils while i
n college