Business Details
22 Years
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Environmental Engineering Solutions in Brandon, MS
Since 2004, F C & E Engineering has established itself as a trusted partner for clients seeking comprehensive environmental and civil engineering solutions. Our expertise spans environmental planning, engineering, compliance, and management, serving diverse industries across the Southeast, Southwest, and Midwest United States. With a team of seasoned professionals, we specialize in turnkey environmental permitting, hazardous waste management, air emissions compliance, and environmental compliance audits. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our ability to help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes while maintaining cost efficiency. We collaborate closely with industrial, municipal, and commercial clients to deliver tailored solutions that ensure regulatory adherence and project success. Our track record includes managing high-profile projects such as the BP Oil Spill response and compliance audits for major universities and healthcare facilities.As a MDEQ-approved Brownfield consulting firm, we bring specialized knowledge to remediation and redevelopment efforts. Our engineers and geologists hold advanced degrees and certifications, underscoring our technical expertise. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term client relationships through transparent communication, innovative problem-solving, and a deep understanding of environmental regulations. Our services extend to wastewater permitting, soil and groundwater investigations, and environmental training programs. With offices in Brandon, Starkville, Monroe, and St. Louis, we combine local market knowledge with national regulatory expertise to deliver results-driven solutions.
Services
Environmental Permitting
Hazardous Waste Management
Compliance Audits
Groundwater Remediation
Wastewater Permitting
Phase I ESAs
Air Emissions Compliance
Brownfield Redevelopment
Storm Water Management
Environmental Training
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in environmental compliance and engineering.
- Our team includes former regulatory agency staff with insider expertise.
- We provide turnkey permitting solutions for complex industrial projects.
- Our engineers hold certifications from the American Academy of Environmental Engineers.
- We specialize in remediation of contaminated sites with No Further Action outcomes.
Associations and certifications
- MDEQ Brownfield Consulting Program
What people say
Regulatory expertise
Timely project delivery
Effective remediation
Experienced team
Comprehensive audits
Services
Environmental Permitting
We provide comprehensive environmental permitting for air, water, and waste programs. Our services include Title V permits, NPDES applications, and New Source Review compliance. With former regulatory agency staff on our team, we navigate complex permitting processes to ensure timely approvals while maintaining regulatory compliance for industrial and municipal clients.
Compliance Audits
Our environmental compliance audits follow EPA protocols and industry standards. We conduct comprehensive assessments covering air quality, hazardous waste, and wastewater programs. Our team identifies compliance gaps and provides actionable recommendations to improve environmental performance and prevent violations during regulatory inspections.
Groundwater Remediation
We specialize in soil and groundwater investigation and cleanup. Our services include site characterization, contaminant fate analysis, and remedial action planning. Using advanced geophysical methods and direct-push technology, we design cost-effective remediation systems for industrial and commercial sites contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and other pollutants.
Phase I ESAs
We conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM standards and All Appropriate Inquiry requirements. Our assessments include site visits, historical record reviews, and regulatory database checks to identify potential environmental liabilities for real estate transactions across multiple states.
Brownfield Redevelopment
As a MDEQ-approved Brownfield consulting firm, we provide assessment and remediation services for contaminated properties. Our team develops cleanup plans, negotiates with regulatory agencies, and secures No Further Action letters to facilitate property redevelopment while addressing environmental concerns and maximizing tax benefits.
People
Ken L. Faulkner
Principal Engineer
With 30+ years of experience, Ken Faulkner is a registered Professional Engineer in eight states. He founded F C & E Engineering in 2004 after serving as Branch Chief of the Title V Air Permitting Branch at MDEQ. He specializes in air quality permitting and environmental compliance audits.
Richard Harrell
Director of Operations
Former Director of the Office of Pollution Control at MDEQ, Richard Harrell brings 20+ years of environmental leadership experience. He managed response efforts for major disasters including the BP Oil Spill and Mississippi River Floods. He holds a master's degree in Environmental Engineering.
Russ Twitty
Senior Engineer
With 24 years at MDEQ and 13 years at FC&E, Russ Twitty specializes in RCRA hazardous waste management and environmental site assessments. A Board Certified Environmental Engineer, he manages complex engineering design and construction projects for industrial clients.
Harry M. Wilson III
Environmental Permitting
Former Chief of MDEQ's Environmental Permits Division, Harry Wilson has 26 years of experience managing multimedia permitting programs. He specializes in industrial wastewater permitting and compliance, with expertise in EPA Region 4 delegation programs.
Clarke Thomas
Senior Geologist
With 31 years of environmental consulting experience, Clarke Thomas specializes in remediation project management and environmental auditing. He has led major projects including Mississippi's largest crude oil spill remediation and assessments for Fortune 500 companies.
Questions
What environmental services does FC&E Engineering offer?
We provide permitting, compliance audits, remediation, and assessments for air, water, and hazardous waste programs.
Do you handle industrial wastewater permitting?
Yes, we specialize in NPDES permits, pretreatment programs, and wastewater compliance solutions for industrial clients.
Are you experienced with Brownfield sites?
As a MDEQ-approved firm, we assess and remediate contaminated properties with No Further Action outcomes.
Can you perform environmental compliance audits?
Our team conducts comprehensive audits following EPA protocols across 10+ regulatory programs.
Do you offer air quality permitting services?
We handle Title V, PSD, and NSR permits with former regulatory agency staff expertise.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the Southeast, Southwest, and Midwest United States.
