Business Details
Environmental Consulting Services in Indianapolis
Metric Environmental has established itself as a leader in environmental consulting, delivering innovative solutions to complex environmental challenges across the Midwest. Our team of licensed engineers, certified industrial hygienists, archaeologists, and environmental scientists brings decades of collective experience to every project. We specialize in environmental site assessments, cultural resources management, industrial hygiene, and NEPA compliance, serving clients in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to technical excellence is matched by our dedication to ethical practices and community stewardship. As a DBE/MBE-certified firm, we combine small-business agility with large-scale expertise to provide defensible, cost-effective solutions.Our professionals hold advanced degrees and certifications in their respective fields, ensuring clients receive the highest standard of service. We maintain active partnerships with federal agencies like FHWA and USACE while prioritizing personalized service for local clients. Our track record includes successful project delivery for transportation infrastructure, brownfield redevelopment, and hazardous materials management. Through continuous staff development and investment in emerging technologies, we stay at the forefront of environmental consulting practices. This combination of technical proficiency, regulatory expertise, and client-focused service has made us a trusted partner for environmental solutions.
Services
Environmental Assessment
Remediation Planning
Cultural Resources
Industrial Hygiene
NEPA Compliance
Natural Resources
Water Resources
Highlights and features
- We offer full-service environmental consulting solutions under one roof
- Our team combines small firm agility with big firm expertise
- Specialists in environmental, industrial hygiene, and safety compliance
- Minority-owned business with proven regulatory compliance expertise
- Affiliated with leading quality assurance networks for project validation
Associations and certifications
- DBE
- MBE
Services
Environmental Assessment
Our environmental assessments identify potential contamination and regulatory risks through comprehensive site investigations. We conduct Phase I and II assessments, soil and groundwater sampling, and regulatory compliance reviews. Clients receive detailed reports with actionable remediation recommendations that balance environmental responsibility with project timelines and budgets.
Cultural Resources
We specialize in identifying and protecting cultural heritage assets through archaeological surveys and historic evaluations. Our qualified professionals conduct Section 106 compliance reviews, National Register assessments, and mitigation planning. We maintain active qualifications with multiple state historic preservation offices to ensure regulatory compliance for transportation and development projects.
Industrial Hygiene
Our certified industrial hygienists assess and control workplace hazards through comprehensive safety evaluations. Services include hazardous material inspections, air quality monitoring, and OSHA compliance programs. We develop safety protocols for construction projects and industrial facilities while providing expert witness support for litigation cases involving environmental health issues.
NEPA Compliance
We prepare environmental documents meeting National Environmental Policy Act requirements for public infrastructure projects. Our team handles categorical exclusions, environmental assessments, and impact statements while coordinating with federal agencies like FHWA and USACE. We specialize in streamlining regulatory processes to maintain project schedules.
Natural Resources
Our natural resources team addresses wetland delineations, stream mitigation, and wildlife habitat assessments. We secure Clean Water Act permits and develop conservation plans that balance development needs with environmental protection. With expertise in QHEI stream assessments and endangered species surveys, we help clients achieve regulatory compliance while preserving ecological integrity.
People
Kenneth Beache
President
Senior Engineer with professional engineering licenses in multiple states, bringing technical leadership and strategic vision to environmental consulting projects.
Luella Beth Hillen
Director of NEPA Services
Principal NEPA specialist managing complex environmental documentation projects for transportation infrastructure across multiple state jurisdictions.
Douglas Peters
Director of Industrial Hygiene
Certified Industrial Hygienist with expertise in occupational safety programs, hazardous materials management, and regulatory compliance solutions.
Karen Garrard
Cultural Resources Lead
Archaeologist with PhD and Registered Professional Archaeologist credentials, directing cultural resources projects throughout the Midwest region.
Amy Noel
Natural Resources Lead
Professional Wetland Scientist managing ecological assessments and permitting projects involving Clean Water Act compliance and habitat mitigation.
Questions
What environmental services does Metric Environmental offer?
We provide environmental site assessments, remediation planning, NEPA compliance documentation, cultural resources management, industrial hygiene services, and natural resources consulting.
Which states does Metric Environmental serve?
Our environmental consulting services cover Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and other Midwest region locations.
Is Metric Environmental DBE/MBE certified?
Yes, we are a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Minority Business Enterprise environmental consulting firm.
What industries benefit from your environmental consulting?
We serve transportation agencies, government entities, manufacturing facilities, educational institutions, and private developers with environmental compliance needs.
How does Metric handle regulatory compliance projects?
Our team specializes in navigating complex regulatory requirements through early agency coordination, thorough documentation, and defensible compliance strategies.
