Providing environmental solutions for a developing World
Bargas is an environmental consulting firm that combines seasoned leadership
experience with skilled project management to help our clients navigate regulatory processes.
Bargas is an environmental consulting firm that combines seasoned leadership
experience with skilled project management to help our clients navigate regulatory processes.
Bargas performs a wide range of technical studies to support our clients’ needs in developing their projects:
At Bargas, we differentiate ourselves from other firms by providing clients with alternative approaches to prevent needing permits for their projects. We offer a full range of environmental permitting services:
During the construction phase of projects, we offer services to help our construction contractor clients comply with environmental protection measures required for these activities:
• Taylor Builders
• Signature Homes
• Richland Communities
• Petrovich Development
• Thomas Law Group
• Golden State Properties
• Galaxy Hotel Group
• Outward Bound California
• Pacific Gas & Electric
• Southern California Edison
• Southern California Gas
• Sacramento Municipal Utility District
• Clean Focus Renewables
• Orange County
• San Bernardino County
• Sacramento County
• El Dorado County
• City of Citrus Heights
• City of Rancho Cucamonga
• City of Shasta Lake
• Caltrans
• California Department of General Services
• US Army Corps of Engineers
Bargas is a federal- and state-certified minority woman-owned small business. In 2017, Bargas received the “Women-Owned Small Business of the Year” award from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Sacramento, and the “Latina Excellence in Business” award from the California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Principal Scientists
“I founded Bargas as a testament to, and in recognition of, my grandfather Gabriel Bargas. The firm’s name – Bargas continues the legacy of my grandfather for without his guidance, sacrifice, and fortitude, the Bargas family would not have migrated from Progreso, Mexico to San Francisco. My grandfather left Mexico in the mid-1940s leaving his wife and six daughters behind until he could save enough money to move his family to join him as soon as possible.
His purpose for coming to the United States was a similar story to many other immigrants; to obtain an education and career that would further the possibilities for his family. From the time of his arrival in the United States to his death in 2010, Gabriel was adamant that his family appreciate the many opportunities provided to them, such as the chances for higher education so that we could share what we have learned with our communities.
During decades of family growth and relative prosperity, he continued stressing to his daughters, and his grandchildren, the importance of being self-sufficient through the pursuit of education and establishing a career. Gabriel instilled in the Bargas family the importance of having a life-long work ethic and purpose and leading one’s life from a place of service.
I miss his guidance and seeing the pride in his face, but I know that his legacy and spirit live on in Bargas Environmental Consulting. For that, I owe him my commitment to continue his journey.”
Angela DePaoli
President/CEO of Bargas
Citrus Heights Electric Greenway Trail Improvement Project No. 20-18-00 – City of Citrus Heights
The Citrus Heights Electric Greenway Project is an Active Transportation Program (ATP) grant funded project. The Electric Greenway is a 2.9-mile multi-use trail between Sunrise Boulevard and Wachtel Way largely following an existing Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) electric corridor. The project, in the City of Citrus Heights and unincorporated Orangevale, connects several neighborhoods to seven parks, several schools and the Sunrise Marketplace. Bargas staff biologists conducted botanical surveys and then processed data and identified plants found in the field. A post-field data analysis was conducted, as well as a rare plant survey.
San Bernardino County – On-Call Biological Services
Bargas staff were retained by the County of San Bernardino to serve as the Biological Resources Task Manager responsible for overseeing the biological studies, surveys, compliance monitoring, and documentation in support of County projects. Specific special-status species of concern included desert tortoise, burrowing owl, Mohave ground squirrel, nesting birds and rare plants.
Caltrans – Highway Construction Support in Sierra County
Bargas provided biological and cultural resources support for various construction projects. For each project the work included preparation of a Natural Resources Protection Plan which include a description of local biological resources, as well as requirements for addressing concerns related to special-status species. The work also included conducting preconstruction surveys for sensitive species as well as daily monitoring during construction activities. At the completion of each project a post-construction survey and report that documented conditions at each project site and provided recommendations regarding continuous improvements for improving species protection measures.
Upper Westside Master Planned Development – 2,078-acres in Sacramento County, CA
The Upper Westside Master Planned Development is located in Natomas, Sacramento County and incorporates 2,078-acres. Although in Sacramento County, the proposed project abuts the City of Sacramento and is bordered by Interstate 80 along the south, Garden Highway and the Sacramento River on the west and city limits to the north and east. The conceptual plan proposes 10,219 residential units, five million square feet of commercial development, 185 acres of schools and 510 acres of park. A unique feature is a one-mile long canal that is at the center of the commercial core and is proposed to have 4-5 story retail and office buildings along it. Bargas biologist and cultural resource specialists conducti sede surveys in support of regulatory compliance staff preparing Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act permit applications for appropriate state and federal agencies review and approval.
PG&E – Pipeline Inspection Project
Bargas provided construction support for a PG&E in-line inspection, cleaning, and retirement of a gas transmission pipeline located in the Delta Region, crossing under the San Joaquin River at Sherman Island, Sacramento and Contra Costa County. Primary responsibilities included pre-construction nesting bird surveys and biological monitoring of construction activities near suitable habitat for western pond turtle, giant garter snake, and in proximity of active nesting birds.
PG&E – El Cerrito Creek Emergency Cleanup Project
Bargas provided permitting support for a PG&E emergency cleanup project related to the explosion of a transformer next to a waterway. Primary responsibilities included completing applications and materials for CDFW Fish and Game Code Section 1602 Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement, Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 Water Quality Certification, and CWA Section 404 Pre-Construction Notification.
Sacramento Area Sewer District – Creek Protection Project
Bargas was retained to provide biological support for the Sacramento Area Sewer District’s Creek Protection project to complete maintenance on sewer pipes at creek crossings in Sacramento County to prevent accidental sewer discharge into local waterways. Primary responsibilities included pre-construction surveys for nesting birds and wester pond turtle, and biological monitoring of construction activities in proximity of an active acorn woodpecker nest.
Glenn County – Glenn County Bridges
Glenn County, with Caltrans and the Federal Highway Administration, retained Bargas Environmental Consulting to provide environmental permitting services for the replacement of four bridges within the County. Bargas provided CEQA permitting services by preparing the necessary permit applications (Clean Water Act Section 401 Certifications) to allow the projects to proceed to implementation. Bargas, with County staff, coordinated with the Central Valley Water Quality Control Board to secure the certifications.
PG&E Managed Projects
Bargas provided support to PG&E Project Managed program for desktop environmental review of electric and gas distribution maintenance projects throughout their service area. Primary responsibilities included developing project descriptions and Google Earth maps for use in the biological, cultural, and EFS subject-matter reviews. This project involved direct communication with PG&E project managers and engineering estimators to obtain details regarding project location, construction schedule, construction methods, and scale of soil-disturbance required. Responsibilities also included investigating the presence of special-status species, protected habitats, and aquatic resources for potential projects using Google Earth and PG&E’s GIS MapGuide program. This information was then used to develop a preliminary environmental screening document and biological constraints report. Project field visits were also conducted to determine if potential habitat for special-status species or aquatic resources were present. If biological constraints to a project were identified, Bargas recommended appropriate avoidance and minimization measures to PG&E.
Orange County/Caltrans – State Route 174 Improvement Project
Bargas staff provided project management and biological support for road safety improvements. Species of concern included arroyo toad and nesting birds. Bargas conducted biological monitoring throughout the nesting bird season. Additionally, Bargas worked with a landscape contractor to implement restoration mitigation measures including site preparation, initial plant installation, and monitoring.
Open Positions
Bargas Environmental Consulting, LLC (Bargas) is seeking a Director of Biology with at least 15 years of experience to lead and mentor a group of enthusiastic biologists, develop and strengthen relationships with current clientele, identify and develop new business opportunities, and work with a team to solve complex biological and regulatory issues.
Education & Experience
Key Qualifications
Responsibilities
Compensation and Benefits
For additional information about this position, read the full hiring notice here.
Bargas Environmental Consulting, LLC (Bargas) is seeking Archaeologists for our growing Cultural Resources Department. Positions are available in the Sacramento, Bay Area, central California, and southern California regions, and provide exciting opportunities for career growth in a progressive, team-oriented culture.
Job Description
We are seeking energetic and experienced Archaeologists/Cultural Resources Specialists with 1 to 6 years of experience in cultural resources management in California. Under the supervision of the Director of Cultural Resources, you will conduct field surveys, construction monitoring, and test excavations; record archaeological sites and prepare site records; conduct artifact analyses; review archaeological resource information and prepare desktop review reports, and prepare or contribute to technical reports.
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits
*Some restrictions apply for part-time positions
Bargas Environmental Consulting, LLC (Bargas) is seeking energetic and experienced Senior-Level Archaeologists for our growing Cultural Resources Department. Positions are available throughout California and provide exciting opportunities for career growth in a progressive, team-oriented culture.
Job Description
We are seeking Archaeologists/Cultural Resources Specialists with a minimum of 7 years of experience in cultural resources management in California who want to be part of a dynamic team of experts providing a full range of archaeological services to a diverse portfolio of clients. Under the supervision of the Director of Cultural Resources, you will lead field surveys and test excavations; conduct artifact analyses; record and evaluate archaeological sites; supervise data collection and management; prepare site records and technical reports; review work products prepared by others; conduct client coordination, and conduct/assist with project management and business development.
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits
Bargas Environmental Consulting, LLC (Bargas) is seeking energetic and experienced Principal-Level Archaeologists for our growing Cultural Resources Department. Positions are available throughout California and provide exciting opportunities for career growth in a progressive, team-oriented culture.
Job Description
We are seeking Archaeologists/Cultural Resources Specialists with a minimum of 10 years of experience in cultural resources management in California who want to be part of a dynamic team of experts providing a full range of archaeological services to a diverse portfolio of clients. Under the supervision of the Director of Cultural Resources, you will manage and oversee archeological projects consisting of field surveys and test excavations, evaluation of archaeological sites, preparation of site records and technical reports, and construction monitoring. You will supervise the work of archaeologists, review their work products, and provide staff mentoring; prepare work plans, research designs, complex technical reports, and impact assessments; and conduct client coordination, project management, and business development.
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits
Bargas is seeking for experienced Senior Biologist to join our team. Senior Biologists at Bargas are an integral part of the services we provide our clients. The suitable candidate(s) will combine fieldwork and computer habitat analysis reviews with client and agency meetings, report writing, and permit preparation to support various clients throughout California. You will ensure successful project execution by working closely with not only our clients and technical experts but also by collaborating with a highly capable group of environmental and biological resources professionals.
You will need to be able to work remotely or in an office with our team located throughout California and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, consistently changing, and very dynamic environment. You represent the firm with clients and consultants, ensuring projects meet or exceed our clients’ expectations, and may serve as the sole manager on large projects or work directly with other staff on larger projects.
The ideal candidate will have a technical background and at least eight years of experience in Project Management, CEQA, and NEPA analysis and mitigation measure compliance during construction, including management and oversight of the biological resources monitoring teams, wetland delineations, and permitting.
Duties and Responsibilities
Biological Resource Project Lead
Training and Skills Development
Leadership Team Development / Management
Operations / Organizational Management
Corporate Culture Management
External Public Relations
Miscellaneous
Work Environment
The position operates primarily within an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. This position requires some travel, attending meetings, briefings, hearings, and giving presentations in person and through online meeting programs. The right candidate must always be able to conduct themselves in a professional demeanor while representing Bargas.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with staff and clients both verbally and electronically in a professional manner. The employee may spend extended periods of time at a desk in front of a computer.
Required Qualifications:
A combination of education and experience that provides the requested knowledge and skills to fill this position effectively. Typical qualifications include, or are equivalent to:
Thorough understanding of the principles and practices of the environmental consulting industry, including 8+ years:
Bargas offers competitive salaries and benefits with opportunities for personal and professional development to our full-time staff as well as a healthy work/life balance.
If you answered yes to these questions, we would love to hear from you!
Bargas is seeking for high-quality candidates for full-time and part-time Biologists to join our team throughout California (e.g., Sacramento, Orange, Pasadena, Riverside, San Bernardino, Temecula, San Diego, and the Fresno area).
We offer competitive hourly pay, opportunities for advancement, and a positive, supportive work environment. Bargas provides innovative environmental solutions for a developing California through seasoned leadership, innovative project management, and exceptional teamwork. We are growing-–join us at a fast-paced, collaborative, and fun place to work!
Biologists at Bargas are an integral part of the services we provide our clients. The suitable candidate(s) will have at least 3 years of experience in fieldwork that may include specialized permits, licenses, or certifications. Under general supervision, Biologists perform a variety of responsible scientific professional offices and fieldwork. Biologists gather data on biological resources; perform environmental analysis, research, surveys, investigations, and studies of average difficulty; write preliminary reports; prepare routine correspondence and answer questions of a routine nature; prepare regulatory and compliance documents; and do other related work. Work at this level is characterized by a reliance on proven techniques and methodologies.
Work may vary greatly from field to working in the office with particular times of the year working nearly entirely in the field while other times are spending larger stints in the office. Biologists are primarily responsible for conducting quality field surveys, understanding, and implementing any required protocols for those surveys, and reporting the results of those surveys accurately and on time. You will also be responsible for regular and consistent communication with the Project Managers or Assistant Project Managers for the projects on which they work, as well as the Director of Biological Resources.
Duties and Responsibilities
Biological Resource Project
Training and Skills Development
Communication
Corporate Culture Management
External Public Relations
Miscellaneous
Work Environment
The position operates primarily within an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. This position requires some travel, attending meetings, briefings, hearings, and giving presentations in person and through online meeting programs. The right candidate must always be able to conduct themselves in a professional demeanor while representing Bargas.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with staff and clients both verbally and electronically in a professional manner. The employee may spend extended periods of time at a desk in front of a computer.
Required Qualifications:
A combination of education and experience that provides the requested knowledge and skills to fill this position effectively. Typical qualifications include, or are equivalent to:
Thorough understanding of the principles and practices of the environmental consulting industry, including 3+ years:
Bargas offers competitive salaries and benefits with opportunities for personal and professional development to our full-time staff as well as a healthy work/life balance.
If you answered yes to these questions, we would love to hear from you!
Bargas is seeking a Senior-Level Paleontologist for our Sacramento, Fresno, or southern California locations. This position is open to full-time and part-time candidates. The part-time position has the potential to turn into full-time positions based on job performance and company needs.
Job Description
We are seeking an energetic and experienced paleontologist with a minimum of 7 years of experience in California paleontological mitigation. Under the supervision of Bargas’ Principal Paleontologists, the successful candidate will lead field surveys and fossil salvages; record and evaluate paleontological resources; supervise data collection and management; prepare paleontological technical reports; review work products prepared by others; supervise and mentor junior staff; conduct client coordination, and assist with project management and business development.
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Information
Bargas is seeking paleontologists to support our survey and monitoring projects in California and surrounding states. The position can be based in our Sacramento, Fresno, or southern California locations. These positions are open to full-time, part-time, and as-needed candidates. Part-time and as-needed positions have the potential to turn into full-time positions based on job performance and company needs.
Job Description
We are seeking energetic and experienced paleontologists with a minimum of one (1) year of demonstrated experience identifying and documenting paleontological resources, and/or experience performing paleontological field surveys, fossil salvage, and paleontological construction monitoring. Paleontological mitigation experience in California is preferred. Under the supervision of Bargas’ Principal Paleontologists, the paleontologists will conduct field surveys and construction monitoring; record and salvage paleontological resources; prepare daily logs and locality forms; and assist with paleontological report sections, as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Information
To Apply
Submit your resume and cover letter demonstrating your qualifications, salary requirements, and any unique areas of expertise to [email protected]. In your cover letter, please describe why you feel you are a fit for the Bargas team and how your skills and experience relate to the job description. Please also provide three (3) professional references.
No phone calls or walk-ins, please.
We will review your submittal and you will be notified of our receipt of your resume. If there isn’t a position open currently that meets your qualifications, Bargas will retain your resume on file for future reference.
Bargas is an equal-opportunity employer.
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About Us
Bargas Environmental Consulting, LLC (Bargas), is a minority, woman-owned business focused on improving the world we live in by providing environmental solutions to a developing California. We strive to create a unique culture that is diverse, all-inclusive, creative, and welcomes new ideas and solutions to some of the distinctive obstacles projects may have. Bargas offers a supportive work/life balance that encourages our staff to grow both personally and professionally. We provide our staff with exciting opportunities to further their environmental knowledge to better address the dynamic aspects of our projects. We live our company values daily in Safety, Clients, Communication, Responsibility, Teamwork, Learning, Professionalism, and Sharing. We are committed to helping our community through our “Bargas Give Back” program. www.Bargas.com
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California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification #41165
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
Certified Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB)
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
DUNS Number: 067259694
Supplier Education and Economic Development (SEED) Certified
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)
Small Business Supplier #1765601
California Department of General Services (DGS)
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Sacramento, CA 95864
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Orange, CA 92868
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Temecula, CA 92590
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Brian is an extensively experienced environmental consultant and biologist with over 30 years of professional experience in natural resources assessment and regulatory analysis throughout California and the western United States. As a principal for much of his career, he has a diverse background in all aspects of company management, including staff development, oversight, and management of multiple service divisions and regional offices as well as operations management. Brian is an expert with the provisions of Sections 10, 401, and 404 of the federal Clean Water Act, the California Department of Fish and Game Code, the California Environmental Quality Act, the National Environmental Policy Act, the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and the state and federal Endangered Species Acts. He is extensively experienced with numerous local ordinances and policies protecting natural resources in California and with survey protocols established by state and federal resource agencies.
Brian holds a B.S. in Ecology and Systematic Biology from the California Polytechnic State University of San Luis Obispo.
Matt is a Registered Professional Archaeologist and has 23 years of experience in Cultural Resources Management. He holds a Master of Arts degree in Anthropology from the University of Florida, Gainesville, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology from Trinity University. He has worked in the public and private sectors, including serving as the Manager of the Cultural Resources Section of the Arizona State Land Department. Matt has led and directed numerous field projects and has assisted with the field and laboratory training of crew members. He has authored a variety of cultural resources technical reports, including treatment plans and data recovery plans, and has presented papers at several professional conferences. Matt’s experience includes projects in the transportation, land development, renewable energy, and utility sectors, including work for SCE and SDG&E. He has worked on projects in Alaska, Arizona, California, Utah, Texas, Florida, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Ethiopia.
Matt holds an M.A. in Anthropology from the University of Florida, Gainsville.
Lily Arias has over 13 years of experience in cultural resources management with a focus on historic resources. She has supported numerous projects in the transportation sector in compliance with the Cultural Resources requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), including providing Native American consultation assistance under Assembly Bill (AB) 52. Lily has expertise in archaeological research, including literature reviews, archival research, and California Historical Resources Information System (CHRIS) records searches; archaeological field investigations, including surveys, test excavations, and monitoring; resource evaluations for the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and California Register of Historical Resources (CRHR); and preparation of technical reports and environmental document sections in compliance with CEQA, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and agency requirements.
Lily Arias holds an M.A. in Cultural Resources Management from Sonoma State University.
Dr. Joseph El Adli has over 16 years of geological and paleontological fieldwork, laboratory, research, and mitigation experience, including geologic mapping; paleontological surveys; preparation of paleontological evaluation and impact reports, monitoring and treatment plans, and monitoring reports; fossil salvage, preparation, and museum curation; collections management; CT and microCT analyses; and 3D modeling of paleontological specimens. He has extensive experience working with local, state, and federal agencies throughout the United States, including California, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington.
His contributions to the paleontological scientific community cover a wide range of topics such as taxonomy, osteology, functional morphology, and life history analyses, with a focus often on cetaceans and proboscideans. Due to his scientific contributions in biology and paleontology, Dr. El Adli is currently appointed as a Research Associate at the San Diego Natural History Museum. Furthermore, previous appointments at the San Diego Natural History Museum – Department of Paleontology, Museum of Paleontology at the University of Michigan, and several California paleontological consulting firms have provided Dr. El Adli with a deep understanding of best practices for the treatment and mitigation of paleontological resources from initial documentation and evaluation to final museum curation. He joined Bargas as a Principal Paleontologist in 2022 with a mission to provide our clients with efficient and effective mitigation strategies that meet the highest scientific standards for paleontology.
Dr. El Adli holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Earth and Environmental Sciences, and a B.S. in Geological Sciences.
Courtney is a qualified Principal Paleontologist with over 18 years of paleontological experience across the western United States, including more than ten years of experience managing paleontological projects in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and local regulations across multiple sectors, regulatory agencies, and states. She has extensive experience with project management, paleontological surveys and monitoring, fossil salvage, research, laboratory tasks, report preparation, data management, and third-party reviews. In addition to mitigation, Courtney has conducted research focused on plesiosaur body shape and hydrodynamic properties, the evolution of herbivory in reptiles, and bone microstructure and growth rates; prepared scientific publications and conference presentations; participated in museum field expeditions; and assisted with the management of vertebrate paleontology collections.
Courtney joined Bargas in 2022 to seamlessly guide our clients’ paleontological tasks from the planning stage through construction completion. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge of paleontological regulations, scientific standards, and approaches to mitigation with agencies, clients, and the next generation of paleontologists to ensure the protection and preservation of fossils within the appropriate regulatory framework.
Courtney holds an M.S. in Biological Science (paleontology focus) and a B.S. in Earth and Space Science.
Andrew has worked in the environmental consulting industry for over 17 years and maintains an extensive knowledge base and skillset across all business facets, including corporate strategy, executive leadership, human resources, information technology, accounting, management, business law, business development, capture planning, operations, project management, and finance.
With a track record of leading change, developing new markets, facilitating internal change, and providing mentorship, Andrew has spent his career working at small, woman-owned businesses revamping systems to streamline, improve, and achieve efficiencies throughout the various companies. Andrew has held the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer positions while serving on the Board of Directors. His record includes completely overhauling departments to meet the needs of prime contractors, agencies, and board members while developing personal and transformative relationships with employees across departments and states. Andrew is highly experienced in making executive decisions that enhance a firm’s presence and market share across the AEC industry.
Andrew maintains a thorough understanding of cost principles of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 48, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Chapter 1, Part 31 (48 CFR Part 31), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), General Service Administration policies and procedures (GSA Schedule), federal government invoicing platforms (WAWF, IPP), time and materials, firm fixed price (FFP), and cost-plus contracting.
Andrew holds an MBA in Business Administration and a BA in Business Administration with an emphasis in Corporate Finance.
Kevin has more than 20 years of experience in the field of environmental consulting services (biological, remediation, hazardous waste, regulatory compliance) supporting governmental and private clients throughout California. He has conducted protocol-level surveys for Vernal Pool Fairy Shrimp and Tadpole Shrimp, California Red-legged Frogs, Giant Gartersnake, Valley Elderberry Longhorn Beetle, California Tiger Salamander, Burrowing Owl, Swainson’s Hawk, Desert Tortoise, Giant Kangaroo Rat, and other special status species. He is familiar with vernal pool botanical species and routinely assists clients in the identification of rare plants at construction sites and provides avoidance measures, preconstruction training, and monitoring. Additionally, Kevin has experience preparing reports and permitting packages for NEPA/CEQA compliance and managing both large-scale and small-scale contracts.
Kevin has spent his career working with small-disadvantaged businesses and understands small business contracting in relation to helping larger firms meet small business goals as well as federal pursuits set aside specifically for small businesses. As Director of Federal Services, Kevin has the goal of building the federal contracting portfolio at Bargas.
With the industry comprised of various disciplines that regularly overlap, Kevin prides himself on being able to share project ideas and needs with engineers, geologists, architects, construction operators, biologists, and additional disciplines for a shared common goal to meet project needs.
Kevin holds a B.S. in Earth Systems Science and Policy.
With nearly 30 years of experience in cultural resources management in California, Evelyn joined Bargas in 2021 as the Director of Cultural Resources. Evelyn is leading the department to provide quality services to our clients on time and within budget. Her mission is to balance the preservation of the past while providing solutions for a developing California.
With expertise in compliance with the cultural resources requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Evelyn assists federal, state, and local agencies and private developers with a full range of cultural resources services. She routinely manages cultural resources inventories, test excavations, and evaluations of archaeological sites and historic resources for eligibility to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and California Register of Historical Resources (CRHR). She is skilled in impact assessment and the development and implementation of mitigation measures, including data recovery and construction monitoring.
While her area of specialization is the archaeological resources of the inland areas of southern and central California, Evelyn is proficient in identifying and evaluating archaeological resources and historic-age elements of the built environment throughout the State. She is qualified as a Principal Investigator under the Secretary of Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) standards for Professionally Qualified Staff for Archaeology.
Evelyn holds a B.A. in Anthropology and an M.A. in Archaeology and Heritage.
Harlan is an expert in the environmental consulting field, with 35 years of experience. He brings a broad range of technical and management skills to help clients navigate the complex legal and regulatory requirements that govern major public and private projects. He believes that project proponents should be fully informed about how those rules and regulations affect their projects and what the range of options are to address those requirements.
During his career Harlan has managed a wide range of major projects including water resource, energy, and transportation infrastructure facilities. He is an expert in navigating the CEQA/NEPA and permitting processes for those projects and has helped clients successfully achieve their goals for infrastructure improvements.
Harlan values the personal and professional growth of the employees he works with and strives to provide opportunities for continued development in their careers.
Harlan holds a B.A. in Environmental Studies.
James blends his knowledge of Earth Sciences with his expertise in strategic planning, marketing outreach, market analysis, and business growth and development, gained from his nearly three decades of experience. James joined Bargas in 2016.
James believes in assisting clients with sustainable solutions to address their needs. He is a seasoned, experienced senior program manager and takes a hands-on approach to complex projects.
Mentoring staff regarding “all things regulatory” is one of his strengths, with a special focus on teaching habitat impact avoidance and minimization. James’ extensive experience in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) enables Bargas to help the energy, water resources and communication industries meet regulatory requirements.
James has been deeply involved with a vast array of power and energy projects, including relicensing of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), hydropower dam biological surveys, and determining wind and solar power locations on public and private property throughout California. His guidance helps Bargas provide technical services to these industries in compliance with California Public Utilities Commission objectives.
James holds a B.S. Physical Geography/Geology.
Johanna brings nearly two decades of experience to Bargas performing biological assessments and managing environmental projects throughout California. Johanna has comprehensive scientific knowledge of California ecosystems and associated protected biological resources. Her mission is to have an impact on positive environmental sustainability by blending her passion for environmental stewardship with the realities and needs for clients to be able to complete projects in a timely and responsible manner.
Johanna brings proficiencies in supervising small- and large-scale biological studies, coordinating with local, state, and federal resource agencies, and ensuring projects maintain compliance with biological resource laws, regulations, and permits, as applicable. Additionally, she is adept at planning and executing habitat assessments and surveys and is experienced in the design and implementation of environmental training programs for construction projects of all sizes. She has managed a wide variety of projects and conducted biological surveys for various plant and wildlife species throughout California.
Johanna holds a B.S. in Biology with an emphasis in Ecology and a minor in Geography.
Coral comes to Bargas with over 17 years of experience in providing geospatial solutions in all areas of environmental consulting. She has an extensive background in successfully managing the overall GIS for projects in natural resources, water resources, utilities, transportation, and renewable resources. Coral joined Bargas in 2020.
Coral has been the GIS Lead on many large scale projects for SCE, SoCal Gas, Caltrans, and various California Municipalities. Her expertise is providing effective GIS solutions with a high degree of technical complexity and coordinating with project managers, sub-consultants and clients to assure all mapping and analysis needs are met.
Having studied as a scientific illustrator before GIS, Coral is a natural at generating cartographic quality and aesthetically pleasing maps for any technical report that comes her way. She understands the need to create a great looking map but with accurately analyzed data results. Coral brings additional expertise in technical field support such as GPS and field form set-up. She is always looking for ways to provide cutting edge GIS and GPS solutions to clients while adhering to project budget and timelines.
Managing her family ranch has instilled in her that it takes a compassionate team with each person having an integral part and a ready willingness to roll up your sleeves and work hard while being resourceful with an openness to learning new things and is what keeps the ranch healthy, thriving, and successful. She applies these same principals with her work at Bargas which she believes also keeps a healthy, thriving, and successful business environment and Team.
Coral holds a B.A. in Geography and GIS Certification from CSULB.
David is at the helm of the new Bargas office in Southern California. His mission to bring people together to accomplish great things infuses his leadership style and guides his work through listening, understanding client needs, and taking sound and appropriate actions to address them. David joined Bargas in 2018.
With more than two decades of experience as a Wildlife Biologist, Ecologist and GIS Technician in conservation planning, transportation, energy, water resources and development for public and private sector projects, David understands the complex nature of work plan development, implementation, and budgetary requirements to successfully complete projects.
His diversity of experience is key for successfully guiding staff on projects large and small, in areas like environmental compliance, biological resource assessment, identification, and restoration. David brings his expertise in preparing biological reports and assessments into document compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), California Department of Fish and Game Codes, Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), and federal and state Endangered Species Act to serve clients. His extensive knowledge of the sensitive habitats, plants, and wildlife of the Southwest enables a balance between their habitats and the needs of development.
David holds a B.S. in Zoology.
Marcus has extensive experience managing operations. Through the years, he has worked on efficient programs and processes for managing the collection, retention, and presentation of field data to help make science more approachable to non-scientists. Marcus manages field operations at our Pasadena office and joined Bargas in 2018.
Working as a senior-level consultant since 2005, Marcus has led studies, permitting, and documentation for large and small projects in residential and commercial development, electrical transmission, solar, gas, and wind industries, and has led large wildlife studies for government agencies and non-profit landholders.
Marcus has worked extensively preparing reports for permitting under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), California Department of Fish and Game Codes, Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), and Federal and State Endangered Species Act. Outside of California, he has worked on large projects in Oregon, Nevada, New Mexico, and Arizona.
Originally from the Midwest, Marcus moved to California to enter the biological consulting field in 2003 after spending two years developing the Landbird Monitoring Programme in Belize, Central America. While his primary interest is in birds, he has broader interests in all vertebrate wildlife, habitats, ecological processes, and how all of these intersect with the built environment.
Marcus holds a B.S. in Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology.
Angela founded Bargas Environmental Consulting in 2012 to combine her passions for natural sciences and for development and growth in California. As its sole proprietor and leader, she brings her experience in managing complex projects for the gas and electric transmission energy sector, residential and commercial land development, as well as state and federal transportation projects to guide timely innovative solutions for Bargas clients.
An expert navigator of the permitting process, Angela helps project developers find balance between quality development and environmental concerns. She leads her teams to set clear timelines and deliver on-time analysis to consistently meet project deadlines. Her experience working in close coordination with public agencies, private clients, elected officials, construction contractors, sub-consultants, and project teams gives her a unique perspective and ability to deliver results.
Angela serves as President of the Sacramento Valley Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) and is a member of the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; a mentor for the Association of Women in Water, Energy and Environment; and received the Latina Excellence in Business Award in 2015 and the Women on the Way Award from NAWBO in 2016.
Inspired by her grandfather, the Bargas namesake, Angela is an active supporter of educational opportunities for girls and young scientists.
Angela has her B.S. in Soil and Water Science, M.S. in Soil Science, and P.M.P. Certification #1419198.