Sanata Dama
Scientific
Services offered
Accomplished, bilingual Environmental Engineer with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology and substantial expertise in regulatory compliance, environmental impact assessments, and remediation. Adept in managing complex projects to enhance environmental sustainability, with proven success in leading compliance initiatives, streamlining permitting processes, and reducing environmental risks. Skilled in advanced instrumentation, including ICP-MS and FP-XRF, with robust data management and quality control techniques. Recognized for delivering strategic guidance to senior leaders and stakeholders, ensuring robust adherence to safety and environmental standards. Fluent in both English and French, leveraging communication and technical expertise to foster effective partnerships, promote ecological action, and drive impactful environmental outcomes.
Experience
Environmental Volunteer June 2024-Present
Ecology Ottawa, Canada
- Attend community events representing Ecology Ottawa to promote ecological action and environmental awareness
- Engage with community members to educate on the importance of environmental sustainability and conservation practice
- Assist in organizing and supporting events that align with environmental policy initiatives, growing community participation, and fostering partnerships
Environmental Engineer October 2022-February 2024
Bechtel Corporation, USA
- Spearheaded compliance initiatives with local, state, and federal regulations, achieving a 70 % uplift in project approval rates through meticulous permitting processes and compliance checks
- Led environmental impact assessments to pinpoint and mitigate potential project impacts, securing an 80 % decrease in environmental risks by deploying strategic mitigation measures
- Orchestrated remediation projects for contaminated sites, bolstering ecosystem restoration and biodiversity by 30% through focused restoration efforts
Environmental Investigator January 2022-October 2022
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality/Greater Houston Regional Office, USA
- Enforced environmental regulations through comprehensive surveys, investigations, and technical inspections, significantly reducing pollution sources and enhancing compliance rates by 25%, by implementing rigorous evaluation protocols
- Investigated contamination sources and collected environmental samples, leading to a 30% improvement in local ecosystem health through targeted remediation efforts, by employing advanced analytical techniques, and administered customer waste and special waste disposal approvals
- Provided expert testimony during legal proceedings and technical assistance to the public and stakeholders, fostering a 40% increase in community engagement and compliance with environmental regulations, by leveraging communication skills
Graduate Research Assistant January 2018 - December 2021
Texas Southern University, USA
- Collected and analyzed environmental samples using advanced instrumentation (ICP-MS, FP-XRF)
- Conducted chemical and biological analyses, prepared research reports, and presented findings at conferences
- Collaborated with faculty research team to develop multicultural competencies for publications
Graduate Teaching/Lab Assistant August 2015 - December 2021
Texas Southern University, USA
- Instructed and supervised students in laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and analytical techniques
- Maintained laboratory equipment and safety standards, graded assignments, and provided feedback to students
Independent Environmental Consultant October 2008 - December 2010
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GTZ), Burkina Faso
- Supervised staff and assisted in the development of environmental policies and procedures
- Interpreted and verified analytical results, ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards
Internships
Intern at the National Office of Drinking Water (ONEP_Tensift), MOROCCO February2008 - June 2008
- Designed and analyzed sanitation networks, conducted technical inspections and provided regulatory expertise
Intern at the Regional Establishment Development and Construction of Tensift (ERAC/Tensift) MOROCCO May 2006 - July 2006
- Monitored construction site of a new development project called Tamansourt
- Proposed a Wastewater Treatment Plant Design
Education
PhD. in Environmental Toxicology
Texas Southern University, USA, December 2021
MS in Sanitation Engineering and Environmental Management
Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco, June 2008
BS in Urban Waste Management
Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco, July 2006
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