Carlson Environmental, a Nova Group, GBC Company, was originally founded in 1988 by Dr. Richard J. Carlson, and later acquired by Edward Garske in 2009. Carlson obtained a strong track record of helping its clients achieve their business goals, whether it is closing a real estate deal, addressing an environmental regulatory issue, or assisting in site redevelopment. Carlson has a consistent track record of success, thinking outside the box, finding practical, cost-effective solutions for clients faced with increasingly complex regulatory systems and more challenging financial demands.
In 2021, Carlson joined forces with Nova Group, GBC, owned by Steven Cummings, CEO. Together as one, we are committed to staying loyal to our clients with the expansion of resources available to us and by building a culture of amazing people all working together with common goals to serve Our People. Our Property. Our Planet.
Carlson’s Management Team has the pleasure of working with a dedicated staff of engineers, geologists and scientists, many who have been with Carlson for over 10 years.
EdwardAs President, Ed sets the overall strategy for growth and development of the firm, and is responsible for the overall technical quality of Carlson's consulting practice. His experience includes the technical assessment of Superfund sites in the Midwest for USEPA and specialty chemical research for Amoco. Early in his career, due to his passion for water quality, he was a key member of the scientific team at the Illinois State Water Survey that set national standards of practice for the sampling and analysis of groundwater. He is a co-holder of a patent for a Flow-Through Cell for monitoring groundwater samples. Ed has been with Carlson Environmental since 1989.
TiyanaAs Vice President of Human Resources, Tiyana oversees the administrative side of Carlson, including recruitment and selection. She directs and evaluates benefit programs including health, retirement, disability, and unemployment. She also oversees corporate accounting, payroll, and renewal of corporate lines of professional liability insurance and risk management for the company. Tiyana has been with Carlson since 1997.
PaulAs Vice President of Operations, Paul is responsible for organizing, facilitating and scheduling the day-to-day activities of Carlson staff. He selects project teams, develops project scopes based on client objectives, and manages workflow. Paul also heads up our marketing and business development efforts, manages company IT, and serves as a main "point-of-contact" for new clients. He serves as a project manager for large-scale remediation projects under state voluntary cleanup programs. Paul has been with Carlson Environmental since 1998.
ScottAs Director of Site Investigations and Regulatory Closure, Scott is responsible for the technical quality of Carlson's subsurface investigation reports and regulatory closure documents by providing senior review. He mentors junior technical staff and guides project scoping, interpretation of data, and remedial options based on current site specifics and eventual redevelopment plans. Scott also serves as a project manager for complex large-scale investigation and remediation projects under Federal and state cleanup programs. Scott joined Carlson Environmental in 2004.
ChristineChristine directs Carlson’s Phase I Environmental Site Assessment team. Her responsibilities include coordination of site visits, the review of technical and historical information, and the incorporation of ASTM standards. She conducts Phase I site visits, and prepares proposals for Phase I services. Christine is responsible for review of all Phase I reports prior to issuance, and she also provides support for activities including asbestos sampling/inspections, Phase II activities, and conducts mold and asbestos surveys. Christine has been with Carlson since 2008.
GailGail joined Carlson Environmental in 2006.
RichardDr. Carlson founded Carlson Environmental, Inc. in May of 1988 after serving as Director of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency for the previous seven years. He brings unique knowledge of the regulatory system to our clients, and serves as a special project resource, advising clients on regulatory compliance and policy issues, as well as representing them in negotiations with regulatory agencies. He has been deeply involved in a variety of litigation related projects, serving as an expert witness and resource for law firms in Chicago and around the country.
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