John A. Bacon, PG, MBA

Experience

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  Quantum Environmental Group Inc

  Jun 1994 - Oct 2008

  Senior Hydrogeologist, Analytical Chemist

  Project management and oversight of environmental investigations including budget forecasting and analysis, occupational health and safety planning, preparation of reports (Phase I & II, Baseline Environmental Assessments, Remedial Action Plans, Quarterly Monitoring Reports) for submission to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality.Performed fate and transport modeling, aquifer tests, mixing zone determinations, design and installation of remediation systems. Managed the volatile organics laboratory, acquired and analyzed soil and groundwater samples via USEPA Method 8260B for volatile organic compounds using a GC/MS. Performed monitoring well installations, soil and groundwater sample collection, vertical profiling of soils and bedrock. Designed and installed a variety of different soil and groundwater remediation systems including carbon adsorption, air strippers, ion exchange, in-situ bio-inoculation and chemical oxidation, permeable reactive barriers, zero valent iron, thermal conductance. Show less

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  Glenn Roland Analytical Laboratory, LLC

  Oct 2008 - Sept 2017

  Owner, Director

  As the founder of Glenn Roland, I developed operations of a chemistry laboratory, while analyzing soil, groundwater, and wastewater samples, utilizing USEPA Method 8260B- Volatile Organics Analysis by Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry. Documented the degradation of chlorinated solvents in contaminated soils by performing bench studies for in-situ chemical oxidation using potassium permanganate and Fenton's Reagent.My achievements were as follows:• Accredited by the State of Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) aimed at assessing samples in line with Parts 115, 201 and 213 regulatory standards.• Scaled up 20% consistent growth for 9 years in business operations. Show less

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  TRC Companies, Inc.

  Oct 2008 - Jun 2014

  Senior Project Manager, Regional Health and Safety Director

  Regional Health and Safety Director for Michigan and Ohio operations, which included oversight of employee training and records. Collaborated with client H&S management to develop safe work practices for TRC staff in a variety of manufacturing and industrial settings. Collaborated with the corporate H&S team to compile monthly safety metrics, root cause analysis and incident reporting, and to promote a zero incident culture. Management and oversight of environmental investigations (air, water, soil, and multi-media), NPDES and air permitting, EPCRA reporting, SWPPP review and updates, SPCC Plans, budget negotiations, and report preparation (Remedial Action Plans, Landfill Operation and Maintenance Plans, Baseline Environmental Assessments, Brownfield Redevelopment, Phase I and II ESAs, and Quarterly Monitoring reports). Investigation work includes risk-based corrective action, compliance activities, and negotiation with federal (USEPA) and state agencies, primarily in Michigan (MDEQ; extensive history and background working with Parts 201, 213, 115 Rules), New Jersey (NJDEP), Ohio (OEPA), Pennsylvania (PADEP), and Alabama (ADEM). Federal consulting experience working on an Army Corps of Engineers environmental project. Additional experience with MGP site investigation, coal ash management, and environmental investigations pertaining to the decommissioning of coal-fired power plants, in Michigan. Show less

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  Sage ATC Environmental Consulting

  Jun 2014 - Sept 2017

  Client Services Manager

  As a Client Service Manager, I directed sales and marketing of environmental, health, security, and safety compliance services by aligning clients with consulting staff, while ensuring regulatory compliance at facilities. My duties were comprised of collaborating with clients in refining, midstream oil and gas, power generation, forestry products, and automotive industries providing compliance services including air permitting, emission inventories, TRI and Tier II assistance, NESHAP compliance, merger and acquisition support, and environmental risk assessments. I also served as Energy Optimization Services Group Leader performing combustion tune ups, steam trap surveys, acoustic monitoring services, air pollution control equipment evaluations, and FTIR monitoring of source emissions.My achievements were as follows:• Maximized entire plant operating efficiency with cost-effective solutions for clients by developing metrics-based governance system with best management practices.• Efficiently managed, developed, and mentored a team of 15 chemical and environmental engineers tasked with performing regulatory consulting services, as well as wastewater, air quality, and permitting services in the refining and petrochemical industries. Show less

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  TRC Companies, Inc.

  Sept 2017 - Aug 2022

  National Market Director - Combustion Services Group

  Within this job role, I directed consulting and engineering services in the U.S. midstream, refining, and petrochemical markets, while providing leadership and expertise for combustion service integration and client implementation.I was responsible for conducting research on new and emerging regulations relevant to client operations while serving as a member of Environmental Sector Steering Committee. I was assigned with the task of designing effective compliance strategies for new or revised regulations, while identifying client assets affected by EPA and OSHA rule amendments. My duties were comprised of leading contract negotiations and managing controls associated with the Air Management Services group including annual budget development, and revenue generation goals. I successfully laid the foundation for TRC's Combustion Services Group by leveraging business insights in 2017, that use engineering evaluations to optimize the performance fired heaters, boilers and other combustion sources, resulting in carbon emission reductions and significant cost savings for key clients.Below listed are few of my achievements:• Successfully deployed TRC's tech-enabled reporting services through managing a cross-functional team of engineers and IT staff that led to improving report quality, streamlining reporting, and reducing direct costs to TRC clients using Lean concepts.• Maintained a client retention rate of 99% by demonstrating satisfaction with B2B consulting relationships and services.• Fostered and sustained client relationships for environmental compliance and regulatory needs with numerous Fortune 500 companies. Show less

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  Bp

  Sept 2022 - now

  Environmental Advisor