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Bianca Hacon
Consultora Ambiental Sênior na ERM - Environmental Resources Management
Professional Background
Bianca Hacon is a highly accomplished project manager specializing in the management of contaminated sites at ERM - Environmental Resources Management. With a deep passion for environmental sustainability and public health, Bianca has dedicated her career to addressing critical environmental challenges, particularly in the area of contaminated land management. Her expertise encompasses a significant focus on human health risk assessment, which plays a vital role in ensuring the safety of communities affected by environmental hazards.
Bianca has built an impressive career at ERM, where she occupies the role of Senior Environmental Consultant. Her experiences underscore her commitment to understanding the intricacies of environmental risks and contamination, as well as developing strategies for effective remediation. Her previous roles at AECOM have also equipped her with a robust foundation in environmental project analysis and preliminary assessments, where she contributed to significant environmental investigations and risk evaluations.
Education and Achievements
Bianca obtained her undergraduate degree in Environmental Engineering from the prestigious Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro, where she developed a strong technical foundation in environmental science and engineering principles. To further enhance her expertise, she pursued a Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Geotechnical Engineering, also at the same university. This advanced education provided her with specialized skills in geotechnical practices, essential for her focus on contaminated site assessments.
Additionally, Bianca sought to broaden her knowledge and understanding of ecological issues through a specialization in Ecology and Conservation at Birkbeck, University of London. This diverse educational background enables her to approach environmental challenges from a multi-disciplinary perspective, blending engineering principles with ecological insights to deliver comprehensive solutions.
Notable Projects and Contributions
Throughout her career, Bianca has made significant contributions to various projects focused on environmental remediation and health risk assessments. Prior to her work at ERM, she effectively managed multiple projects at AECOM, where her responsibilities included preliminary evaluation, environmental investigation, and in-depth risk assessment. During her tenure at AECOM, she played an instrumental role in guiding clients through complex environmental regulations and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Prior to her professional experience at AECOM, Bianca worked as an intern focused on investigation and remediation, where she gained practical, hands-on experience in the field. Her early career also included important research work at the esteemed Fundação Oswaldo Cruz (Fiocruz), where she conducted risk assessments on communities exposed to the establishment of hydroelectric constructions. This research not only highlights her dedication to public health but also showcases her ability to contribute valuable insights into the impacts of environmental policies on local populations.
Bianca’s combination of formal education, hands-on experience, and research abilities makes her a well-rounded professional dedicated to promoting health and safety through effective environmental stewardship. Her contributions have helped shape best practices in contaminated site management and human health risk assessment.
Achievements
- Leading project manager for contaminated sites management at ERM - Environmental Resources Management.
- Proven experience in human health risk assessment with a focus on communities affected by environmental contamination.
- Developed thorough understanding and application of environmental regulations and standards throughout career.
- Successfully managed multiple projects with a focus on health and safety, ensuring stakeholder compliance and environmental integrity.