Christine Pilachowski

About Christine Pilachowski

I’m a California Professional Geologist (PG) and Project Management Professional (PMP) with experience in environmental investigation and remediation, and more than a decade serving as a Project Manager. My work focuses on leading complex CERCLA projects, including Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study (RI/FS) and Remedial Design/Remedial Action (RD/RA) efforts, across the U.S, including California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, New Mexico, Nebraska, and New Jersey.I bring strategic vision and grounded leadership to challenging sites where innovative investigation approaches, regulatory coordination, and interdisciplinary teamwork are critical to success.As a Project Manager, I provide technical direction, cost-effective solutions, and collaboration that drives results, on time, on budget, and with integrity. My leadership style is rooted in trust, innovation, and adaptability, and I’m known for promoting safety-first operations and strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Experience

1. Senior Project Manager

   CDM Smith

   Mar 2023 — Present · Sacramento, CA, US

   Senior Project Manager on federal CERCLA projects focused on Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study (RI/FS) and Remedial Design/Remedial Action (RD/RA). I manage technical strategy, regulatory coordination, and project delivery across multiple Superfund sites nationwide.These projects span diverse geographic regions and environmental settings, requiring adaptive planning, innovative data collection, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams—including a wide range of engineers, geologists, and environmental specialists. I work closely with federal and state stakeholders, joint venture partners, and subcontractors to deliver tailored, site-specific solutions for complex remediation challenges.

Education

• UC Santa Barbara

  BS, Geological Sciences