MICHAEL SIMONSEN
Irvine
Summary
Results-driven Environmental Manager with expertise in construction compliance and SWPPP implementation. Effectively managed environmental compliance across multiple construction sites while coordinating with regulatory agencies. Led field teams in implementing erosion and sediment control practices, ensuring protection of environmental integrity throughout all projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Division Environmental Manager
Lennar
07.2024 - Current
- Delivered LEMS and environmental compliance training to field associates, driving measurable improvements in awareness and consistency across all active communities
- Managed environmental compliance across multiple active construction communities, ensuring adherence to SWPPP, CGP, and air quality regulations consistently achieving successful regulatory inspections.
- Serving as primary liaison to regulatory agencies, building and maintaining strong compliance relationships that facilitated smooth inspections and positive outcomes
- Led implementation and enforcement of stormwater BMPs, proactively identifying and remediating deficiencies to minimize compliance risk and prevent violations.
- Achieved significant annual cost savings by optimizing SWPPP development and monitoring processes
Stormwater Inspector
Global Environmental Compliance
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Conducted regulatory inspections of active construction sites, including stormwater sampling, data collection, and preparation of compliance reports in accordance with NPDES permit requirements
- Implemented and monitored erosion and sediment controls to ensure site compliance with local, state, and federal stormwater regulations
- Collaborated with project managers, contractors, and site personnel to address compliance deficiencies and drive timely corrective actions
- Maintained adherence to construction safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment during all field inspections
Supervisor
Coast Carpet Cleaning
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Led and supervised a team of employees, enforcing quality standards and ensuring consistent client satisfaction
- Developed and delivered training programs for new and existing staff, improving team competency and operational efficiency
Education
BA - Environmental Studies
Cal State San Marcos
Skills
- SWPPP Development & Implementation
- Environmental Compliance & Regulatory Coordination
- Stormwater & Erosion Control Management
- Record Keeping & Documentation
- Field Team Communication & Collaboration
- Team Leadership & Training
Certification
- QSP (Qualified SWPPP Practitioner)
- CESSWI (Certified Erosion, Sediment & Stormwater Inspector)
- CPESC (Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control) In Progress; Part 1 passed; Part 2 pending
- OSHA 30
- Rule 403 AQMD
- CPR & First Aid
Timeline
Division Environmental Manager
Lennar
07.2024 - Current
Stormwater Inspector
Global Environmental Compliance
01.2023 - 07.2024
Supervisor
Coast Carpet Cleaning
01.2019 - 01.2023
BA - Environmental Studies
Cal State San Marcos