Altamont is pleased to share this exciting Environmental Protection Agency Region 4 recognition of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ work in stormwater green infrastructure practices. Congratulations to our Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians friends! … The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians this week with the regional 2015 EPA Rain Catcher Award in the Tribal Category for the Native Plant Facility project in Western North Carolina. The award was given at a ceremony during the EPA Region 4/International Erosion Control Association Municipal Wet Weather Stormwater Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Native Plant Nursery Facility is designed to provide native plants for tribal projects associated with aquatic restoration, riparian enhancement, and wildlife habitat enhancement. The facility has provided approximately 75,000 plants for projects, and contains 120,000 container plants of 32 different species. The project employed two 6,000 gallon cisterns to capture and reuse approximately 1,750 gallons of rainwater per inch of rainfall. The facility location received 52 inches of precipitation in the past year resulting in approximately 91,000 gallons of …
Career Opportunity: Altamont Is Hiring a Civil Engineer for Our Team
Altamont has an immediate opening for a enthusiastic, smart, and motivated civil engineer (engineering intern or engineer in training) to join our growing Engineering/Design and Planning service line. “This position will provide an excellent opportunity for the right person to grow professionally as part of our engineering team,” says Mike Dale, Altamont’s Land Planning Service Line Leader. Strong communication skills are essential for the position. It will require written and oral communication and interaction with clients, regulators, and project managers. The position is open to recent college graduates (entry-level), while 2 to 3 years of experience is preferred. Please visit Careers at Altamont for additional information about the position.
Altamont Welcomes Rob Cork!
Altamont Welcomes Rob Cork! Altamont is pleased to welcome Rob Cork as a Project Management Specialist in our Environmental Group. Rob brings 15 years of environmental engineering and project management experience in both Australia and the United States. In Australia, Rob spent 13 years in environmental and agricultural consulting for clients ranging from residential developments to large-scale mining operations. In the U.S., Rob has recently worked on development, sustainability, and waste management solutions in the crop nutrients industry. He has contributed to several international development projects in Southeast Asia and East Africa. “We are very excited about Rob joining us,” says Amy Huffman, an Altamont Geologist and Project Manager who was instrumental in bringing Rob to Altamont. “His project management experience will strengthen our company’s attributes, and we look forward to working with him.” Rob has two Bachelor’s Degrees (Engineering and Natural Resource Management) from the University of New England in Australia. He earned a graduate diploma (Applied Science—Irrigation) from Charles Sturt University in Australia. He is currently working toward a Master of Engineering Management from the University of Colorado …
Altamont Receives Award from Asheville Chamber of Commerce
Altamont Receives Award from Asheville Chamber of Commerce Altamont was among a group of area businesses recognized by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce in a ceremony at The Millroom in downtown Asheville on April 16. Altamont received the 2015 Sky High Growth Award for outstanding growth in sales and employment, contributing to the economy in Asheville and Western North Carolina. “We are pleased and honored to receive this award,” says Altamont co-owner and vice president Christopher Gilbert, P.E. “Altamont’s continued strong growth is a testament to the dedication of our outstanding employees in serving our clients, which include many private businesses as well as city, county, and state governments and agencies. It also is a statement of the growing need for the broad range of services Altamont provides to the regional economy, including environmental assessment and remediation, civil engineering, land planning, stream restoration, solid waste, wastewater, and compliance services.” Above, Stuart A. Ryman (center), founding partner, co-owner, and president of Altamont, accepts the 2015 Sky High Growth Award from Chamber chair Ben Hamrick and president and CEO Kit Cramer.
Welcome Matthew Fields and Alex LeSueur!
Welcome Matthew Fields and Alex LeSueur! Altamont has been pleased to welcome two new staff members during the past month. Staff Professional Matthew Fields has experience in environmental consulting and environmental testing, Phase I and II environmental assessments, and as a project manager. “We’re very excited to welcome Matthew to Altamont,” says Jennifer Hill-Verde, Assessment and Remediation manager. “He brings a strong analytical background and assessment capabilities, and he is proving to be a great addition to the Assessment and Remediation group already.” Matthew is a graduate of UNC Asheville with a B.S. in Environmental Management and Policy and a B.A. in Environmental Economics (with a special focus on the economics of environmental management practices, including the economic valuations of natural resources and the economics and utilization of waste and waste products). Alex LeSueur, a Technician/Associate Professional, is a recent graduate of Appalachian State. Alex has a Bachelor of Science in Geology with an environmental concentration. He is working in our Compliance and Solid Waste service line, helping with water quality sampling, site inspections, report writing, and other important tasks. Brian …
Congratulations to Natalie Bouchard Morse!
Congratulations to Natalie Bouchard Morse! It has been a busy summer for forrmer Altamont Engineer-In-Training, Natalie Bouchard—marriage, moving, and a new career. Following her marriage to Nick Morse, Natalie and Nick moved to Ithaca, New York so she could pursue a Ph.D. at Cornell University. Altamont wishes Mrs. Morse all the best. Congratulations Natalie!
Altamont Has Opening for Staff Geologist
Altamont Has Opening for Staff Geologist Altamont is seeking a Staff Geologist to join our team. Responsibilities include working closely with project managers to help complete a variety of field and office tasks, including but not limited to: evaluation of geologic and environmental data, development of site investigation strategies and budgets, data collection, subcontractor management, preparation of technical reports, explanation of technical concepts to clients and regulators. Assisting in reviewing contractor submittals and assist in performing technical bid analyses. Assist with budget preparation/management based upon person-hours and company labor rates for engineering and design tasks. Provide project oversight in the field. For additional information, please visit our Employment page.
Megan Mailloux Foy is Altamont’s Newest Site Design Team Member
Megan Mailloux Foy is Altamont’s Newest Site Design Team Member The Altamont Land Planning and Engineering team is delighted to welcome Megan Mailloux Foy, who joined our company in March. Megan is an Asheville native who has a diverse background in environmental design, ecological science, conservation, and restoration. She is a Landscape Architect in Training, with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Masters of Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia. She is also a LEED Accredited Professional. “Megan is an outstanding addition to our Land Planning and Engineering group. We are extremely happy that Megan is a part of the Altamont team,” says Mike Dale, R.L.A. “Megan’s background in stream restoration along with her design skills will help shape our anticipated Landscape Architecture service line.” Megan has been very busy since joining Altamont working on a variety of design projects. Welcome Megan!
Mike Gragg, G.I.T. Joins EnSafe
Mike Gragg, G.I.T. Joins EnSafe Mike Gragg, G.I.T., is leaving our company to be closer to family. He will be joining the Nashville, Tennessee office of EnSafe, a global environmental, engineering, and health and safety consulting firm. Altamont wishes Mr. Gragg the best in his new home.
Altamont Leads Green Restroom Replacement Project at Pearson’s Falls
Altamont Leads Green Restroom Replacement Project at Pearson’s Falls Altamont provided leadership, design, engineering services, and construction oversight for implementation of environmentally friendly restrooms with composting toilets and a green roof at Pearson’s Fall in Tryon, North Carolina. The spectacular falls are located on the property of the Tryon Garden Club in Tryon, North Carolina and attract 15,000 to 18,000 visitors per year. The Tryon Garden Club bought to property in order to preserve this unique mountain glen in 1931. “Pearson’s Falls is a gem,” says Tony Hauser, R.L.A, P.E. , Altamont’s project manager for the restroom project. “The falls are spectacular and the diversity of native plant material offers year-round interest. “ The new restrooms are reflective of key elements of the Club’s mission including preservation, protection, education, and sustainability. The limited use of composting toilet technology in North Carolina required Altamont to stay in close communication with Polk County and the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Features such as specimen plant material, rock outcrops, rocky soil, existing buildings, an existing well, Colt Creek, and …