Justin T. Fox, MS, PMP, CSP, RRPT, LSSBB

9401 Stonecrest dr. Amarillo, TX 79118

Phone: 774-238-8028   Email: Slyfox264@yahoo.com

 

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

 

Active Q Clearance

Senior leader with over 17 years of progressive responsibility across radiation protection, occupational safety, and environmental management within highly regulated Department of Energy (DOE) and Department of Defense (DoD) environments. Experienced in program execution, compliance integration, and multi-disciplinary coordination across safety, engineering, and project management functions. Recognized for building high-performing teams and leading organizational culture transformation through trust, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Strategic Leadership & Culture Development:

Brings 15 years of management experience spanning technical, project, and regional leadership with a focus on employee engagement, performance development, and organizational alignment. Developed multiple teams, establishing leadership cultures grounded in empowerment, collaboration, and measurable accountability. Trained in executive leadership and communication programs including Dale Carnegie, Ariel Group’s Leading with Presence and Strategic Writing & Presentation, and the Haslam College of Business Executive Emerging Leadership Course (2019). Completed 108 hours of formal project management coursework supporting cross-disciplinary program delivery.

• Radiation Protection & Occupational Safety Expertise

Sixteen years of compliance-based site and project leadership supporting more than 25 nuclear facilities across DOE and DoD programs. Experienced in radiation safety, industrial hygiene, and environmental protection under DOE Orders 10 CFR 835, 10 CFR 830, DOE O 458.1, and OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926. Managed radiation protection programs for nuclear weapon pit operations, environmental remediation, and waste management, with five years of direct pit production support and completion of Sandia Military Liaison Weapons Training. Served as Radiation Protection Manager, Safety Manager, and Regional ES&H Manager, directing multidisciplinary teams responsible for occupational safety, health physics, and environmental compliance.

• Emergency Management & Regulatory Interface
  Eight years of emergency management experience at nuclear facilities serving as Manager, Coordinator, and Planner. Routinely interfaced with DOE/NNSA oversight bodies, NPO (PFO), DNFSB, DOE HQ, RASO, DoD, ANI, NRC, state agencies, and DoD regulators to ensure program alignment with evolving safety and radiological requirements. Experienced in developing, executing, and validating emergency plans, hazard analyses, and readiness reviews in compliance with DOE O 151.1 and OSHA 1926.35.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement:
  Certified Human Performance Improvement (HPI) practitioner and Incident Cause Analysis Method (ICAM) lead investigator, with direct experience investigating significant events nation-wide, and implementing systemic corrective actions. Assigned by executives to design and execute sitewide corrective action and continuous improvement programs.
• Workforce Development & Partnership Building:
  Established the first DOE site university partnership offering deferred and discounted tuition for employees to strengthen workforce readiness and align education with site needs. Spearheaded cross-functional training initiatives in radiation protection, occupational safety, and leadership development, supporting long-term employee growth and succession planning.

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

 

President and Director of Services, Fox Consulting                                                                            Feb 2022 to Present

• Oversees all business operations including strategic planning, business development, regulatory compliance, and client relations across federal and commercial projects.
• Leads multi-state radiation safety and decommissioning projects supporting universities, and research facilities in Idaho, Texas, and California.
• Developed and wrote an NRC-approved Radiation Safety Program and supporting procedures from the ground up, enabling licensed operations and long-term regulatory compliance.
• SAM-registered small business owner experienced with FAR and DFARS requirements for federal contracting and subcontract management.
• Provides expertise in academic decommissioning, NRC licensing procedure development, and radiation protection program implementation for institutional clients.
• SAM-registered small business owner experienced in FAR and DFARS requirements for federal contracting, subcontract administration, and procurement compliance.
• Develops and maintains client radiation protection programs, including license maintenance, audits, and technical documentation in accordance with state and NRC regulations.
• Provide technical direction on health physics, radiation safety training, and waste management for academic and private institutions.
• Establishes and enforce quality assurance standards, program documentation, and continuous improvement practices to maintain compliance and client confidence.
• Identifies and pursue growth opportunities in environmental, safety, and radiological services through partnership development and technical proposal support.

Sr. Manager of EVMS Compliance, Consolidated Nuclear Security, Amarillo TX        Apr 2024 to Present

• Acts as EVMS Director alternate and Systems Sr. Manager backup.
• Rebuilt the EVMS Compliance organization from the ground up following site separation, defining its structure, culture, and identity around performance excellence and accountability.
• Established a collaborative environment emphasizing mentorship, professional growth, and open communication across disciplines.
• Conducts internal leadership training covering hiring, leadership philosophy, interviewing, strategic writing, public speaking, conflict resolution, and professional networking.
• Promotes a culture of continuous improvement, development, and transparent communication across the EVMS organization.
• Partners closely with PM teams and collaborates with Scheduling, Contracts, Procurement, and Central Finance to ensure full integration of cost and schedule data.
• Oversees EVMS policy, processes, tools, training, and performance assessments in accordance with EIA-748 guidelines.
• Performs EVMS analysis, maintenance, and surveillance reporting, and develops advanced analytics and custom reporting tools as required.
• Serves as primary interface for external customer interactions and data validation activities.
• Leads internal expert-level training and knowledge-sharing sessions to strengthen organizational competency.
• Conducts surveillance reviews on the CNS Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and identifies areas for process improvement.
• Provides actionable feedback to project teams to improve system clarity, data quality, and compliance consistency.
• Facilitates streamlining of processes, tools, and best practices to improve efficiency and standardization.
• Works across departments to build strong functional relationships that promote information sharing and alignment.
• Leads and supports root cause analyses and corrective action implementation to drive performance improvement.
• Ensures adherence to the EVMS Description Document and Self-Governance procedures.
• Develops and maintains internal EVMS documentation and procedural guidance.
• Provides technical recommendations for EVMS issues not covered by standard practices.
• Supports the EVMS Compliance Director in problem-solving requiring cross-disciplinary data and analysis.
• Prepares written summaries, reports, and executive briefings for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintains awareness of evolving DOE and industry project controls practices to ensure continuous professional growth.

 

Health Physics Manager (PSC&RT), Consolidated Nuclear Security, Amarillo Tx                 Dec 2022 to Present

• Acted as backup to the Sr. Manager of the Radiation Safety Group.
• Reorganized and strengthened the Health Physics Operations Support section, establishing structure, communication practices, and accountability across technical teams.
• Conducted internal leadership and SME training encompassing technical health physics applications, human performance, leadership philosophy, hiring, interviewing, and effective communication.
• Directed all technical applications of health physics supporting U.S. nuclear weapons assembly operations.
• Managed the Operations Support section of the Radiation Safety Department, ensuring alignment with 10 CFR 835, DOE O 458.1, and site-specific procedural requirements.
• Identified and led research and development initiatives resulting in over $2 million in additional project and training funding and the creation of a dedicated project management position.
• Acted as Incident Command alternate for Radiation Safety and Lead Coordinator for emergency response operations and radiological support for all emergency response exercises.
• Continued to facilitate the ALARA Committee, including hosting meetings, recording minutes and actions, developing discussion topics, and tracking performance items to support exposure reduction goals.
• Defined staff responsibilities, established clear performance expectations, and delegated assignments to optimize workload balance and efficiency.
• Ensured alignment of staff roles and professional growth through structured feedback, mentoring, and performance appraisals.
• Provided analysis and recommendations to leadership on program feasibility, scope, and cost impact.
• Developed schedules, interpreted policy, completed budget and status reports, and coordinated team deliverables to achieve site and program objectives.

 

Senior Health Physicist, Consolidated Nuclear Security, Amarillo TX                                      Dec 2019 to Dec 2022

• Led the mentorship and professional development of junior health physicists, establishing a foundation for future departmental leadership growth.
• Strengthened relationships with represented employees by building transparency, open communication, and consistency in expectations, improving union collaboration and workplace morale.
• Served as Radiation Safety Department (RSD) SME for the dosimetry recovery project, readiness verifications, and contractor assessment teams.
• Led contractor and federal readiness assessments for RSD on active weapons programs, ensuring compliance with DOE 10 CFR 835 and site readiness standards.
• Acted as primary point of contact for resolving technical and programmatic issues affecting radiation safety support for weapons programs, environmental restoration, waste operations, and D&D projects.
• Maintained compliance with 10 CFR 835, DOE Radiological Control Standard, and applicable DOE Orders; authored technical basis documents defining the Pantex Plant’s regulatory compliance position.
• Implemented Integrated Safety Management (ISM) and site ES&H policies; served as SME for technical and procedural reviews ensuring regulatory accuracy and alignment.
• Conducted dose assessments and time-motion studies for pit operations to optimize safety and minimize exposure.
• Served as controller/evaluator during emergency response exercises, supporting radiation safety operations and readiness validation.
• Facilitated the ALARA Committee, including hosting meetings, recording minutes and actions, developing discussion topics, and tracking performance items to support exposure reduction goals.
• Provided quality oversight and technical leadership as Quality Assurance Officer (QAO), Internal Dosimetry Technical Lead (DTL), External DTL, Communications Lead, and Lessons Learned Coordinator.

 

Safety Manager, DEMCO, Inc., Knoxville TN                                                                                 July 2019 to Nov 2019

• Managed project safety and compliance for demolition, electrical, and asbestos operations at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, ensuring adherence to DOE and OSHA safety requirements.
• Oversaw field safety for high-hazard abatement involving beryllium, silica, and lead, implementing exposure monitoring and engineering controls to meet DOE and site standards.
• Directed day-to-day safety oversight and hazard analysis for trades working in radiologically controlled and legacy contamination areas.
• Interfaced with Subcontract Technical Representatives (STRs) and laboratory management to coordinate hazard evaluations, work planning, and safety documentation approvals.
• Monitored subcontractor performance, conducted inspections, and verified compliance with radiation safety and industrial hygiene requirements.
• Reviewed payroll, exposure tracking, and medical surveillance documentation for both staff and subcontractors to ensure accuracy and regulatory alignment.
• Supported DOE and federal RFP proposal development, providing technical input on safety deliverables, staffing strategies, and regulatory compliance planning.
• Strengthened communication between management, field supervisors, and subcontractors to improve hazard awareness, reduce incidents, and ensure safe, timely execution of work.

 

Eastern Regional EH&S Manager, North Wind Group, Knoxville TN                                    Feb 2018 to July 2019

• Oversaw and strengthened health, safety, and quality programs for North Wind projects across the East Coast, ensuring compliance from Maine to Florida.
• Selected for executive leadership rotation based on performance; completed executive coaching, multiple project management trainings, and earned Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification.
• Acted as Project Manager for the Northeast Region, overseeing an IT support team delivering government project solutions and ensuring alignment with contractual performance metrics.
• Acted as seller/doer, participating in site walks, proposal development, and cost estimating to support new project acquisition and client engagement.
• Supported and advised project and program managers on occupational safety, industrial hygiene, QA/QC, and regulatory compliance for federal and commercial contracts.
• Maintained active communication with corporate leadership, including the Corporate ESH&Q Director, COO, and Client Safety Advocates, to align field performance with organizational objectives.
• Delivered safety and regulatory training for site personnel, emphasizing hazard recognition, procedural compliance, and incident prevention.
• Supported proposal development and scope definition for new DOE and commercial projects, contributing to health and safety sections and project execution plans.
• Developed predictive indicators and trend analyses using historical data to proactively identify emerging risks.
• Investigated accidents, performed causal analysis, and recommended corrective actions to improve performance and prevent recurrence.
• Anticipated potential health and safety issues, conducted job hazard analyses, and implemented corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Conducted field inspections and advised project management of noncompliance issues with state, federal, and site-specific standards.
• Provided field oversight and functional support for industrial hygiene, occupational safety, and environmental protection activities.
• Identified and mitigated chemical, physical, radiological, and biological hazards; conducted sampling and analysis of air, water, soil, and equipment as required by project conditions.

 

Radiation Protection Manager (RSO), Energy Solutions, Erwin TN                                       Jan 2016 to Feb 2018

Notable Achievements       

• Achieved $420,000 in one-time cost savings and $509,000 in annual recurring savings through innovation and program efficiency improvements.
• Maintained zero turnover within the Radiation Safety Department despite prior retention challenges, improving culture, engagement, and staff satisfaction.
• Attained the lowest number of personnel contamination events and the lowest collective dose in facility history.
• Recognized by EnergySolutions, the State of Tennessee, and American Nuclear Insurers (ANI) for implementation of best practices.

• Served as Lead Investigator for high-hazard events across multiple sites, assembling and directing investigative teams, conducting root-cause analyses, and developing corrective actions.
• Managed project schedules, costs, and reporting for telemetry, facility improvement, and remote monitoring initiatives.
• Directed renewal and compliance of the facility radioactive material license.
• Served as Director and Chief Advisor of Regulatory Affairs, acting as the primary interface with the State of Tennessee, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and ANI.
• Functioned concurrently as Environmental Manager and Radiation Safety Training Manager, overseeing program development and delivery.
• Managed all radiation safety disciplines including health and safety, radiological engineering, dosimetry, instrumentation, waste management, and health physics.

 

Senior Radiological Engineer, Fluor B&W Portsmouth, Piketon, OH                                   May 2015 to Jan 2016

Notable Achievements

• Identified and implemented process improvements resulting in $150,000 to $160 million in annual project and labor cost savings.
• Conducted QSNDA program audits and independent data review and analysis to verify compliance and performance accuracy.
• Recognized for providing program assessments and developing exam and training content for DOE and site-specific qualification programs.
• Performed comprehensive program assessments to identify core issues and recommend corrective strategies.
• Designed and delivered training materials and examination content for DOE and site-specific certification programs.
• Developed improved survey plans for material release under MARSAME criteria to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Supported operations across Training, Nuclear Operations, Waste Management, Environmental Remediation, and Decommissioning—expanding well beyond original project scope.
• Authored site-wide procedures, standing orders, and technical documentation to standardize radiological control operations.
• Conducted dose estimates for NDA source handling involving Co-60 and Cf-252 isotopes.
• Collaborated directly with site and program management to align technical execution with project objectives and compliance requirements.

 

National Project Coordinator, Philotechnics, San Diego, CA                                November 2014 to February 2015

• Served as Assistant Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), implementing and maintaining compliance requirements across all client sites and projects.
• Coordinated multi-state projects and developed client-specific solutions for radiological safety and waste management in California, North Dakota, and Vermont.
• Traveled to project sites to support MARSSIM-style decommissioning, performing sediment sampling, room mapping, and instrumentation calibration.
• Prepared and submitted monthly dosimetry, waste activity, and source reports to ensure regulatory compliance and accurate recordkeeping.
• Rewrote corporate and site procedures to streamline operations and align with licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Managed documentation for the shipment and receipt of radioactive and mixed waste using EMWASTE software.
• Acted as a business development liaison, identifying partnership opportunities and coordinating meetings between company executives and potential clients.

 

Project Manager, Aleut World Solutions, Newport News, VA                                 October 2013 to November 2014

• Oversaw project budgets, planning, schedules, and estimates for Naval Base decommissioning planning at Point Mugu and Port Hueneme, while also supporting Camp Lejeune and China Lake projects.
• Served as MARSSIM and Nuclear SME, ensuring contractor and sponsor adherence to schedule, budget, and safety requirements.
• Advised clients on improvements to radiological programs, documentation, and compliance strategies.
• Reverse-calculated legacy research data to determine exposure, flux, emission, and curie content of sources for compliance verification.
• Researched historical radiological records from Navy facilities, the National Archives, and NRC archives to support comprehensive site assessments.
• Applied 10 CFR 20.1405 in coordination with base Public Affairs Offices regarding public information and license termination processes.
• Performed technical evaluations for waste characterization, management, and disposal of radioactive, hazardous, and mixed waste under 40 CFR 266.
• Authored technical documents detailing site radiological histories, including remediation recommendations and scoping survey plans to facilitate Final Status Survey (FSS) release of buildings and land.
• Provided weekly status updates to military base commanders and project sponsors on assessment progress and compliance milestones.

 

Assistant Project Manager/ Health Physicist, Clym Environmental Services, Baltimore, MD  

        April 2013 to September 2013

• Completed a major decommissioning project three months ahead of schedule and under budget, saving the client approximately $129,180 in labor costs.
• Recruited and managed the full field team for the Johns Hopkins GRC Building decommissioning project, overseeing all daily field activities, schedule performance, cost control, and compliance execution.
• Supervised Health Physics Technicians in the implementation of the Radiation Protection Plan and site procedures.
• Authored and implemented procedures defining requirements for the Radiation Protection Program and Final Status Survey (FSS) of decommissioned buildings.
• Prepared data collection packages and data summary reports for final status survey documentation.
• Supported safety, industrial hygiene, and construction hygiene audit and assessment programs; developed audit protocols and maintained participation records.
• Inspected facilities and safety equipment to identify and correct hazards; coordinated with asbestos and mercury abatement contractors to ensure compliant and efficient work execution.

Health Physicist, SHAW Environmental & Infrastructure, Treasure Island Naval Base DoD Site          

                                                                                                                                                                April 2012 to April 2013

• Requested by management, based on performance, to serve as Estimator/Consultant on four separate project proposals ranging up to $80 million in value.
• Oversaw work execution for construction and technical staff across multiple project sites, including Buildings 32, 33, and 233.
• Served as Alternate RSO in the absence of the Radiation Safety Officer; drafted RWPs, technical procedures, and compliance reports for approval.
• Provided radiological compliance and technical support for decontamination and decommissioning projects, including Final Status Surveys (FSS), job coverage, contamination surveys, air sampling, and control of radiological areas.
• Authored procedures defining the requirements for radiation protection program implementation and FSS execution for soil and building release; managed personnel and perimeter dosimetry programs.
• Coordinated with Safety Management Representatives and Construction Safety professionals to reduce workplace hazards and integrate partner and contractor EHS programs.
• Collected, analyzed, and trended leading and lagging safety indicators to support continuous improvement in radiological safety performance.
• Reviewed and approved all health physics surveys performed by technicians, ensuring adherence to ALARA principles and procedural compliance.
• Led instrumentation training and calibration for survey meters including Inspector 1000, Ludlum 3, 19, 2221, 3030, 2929, and RO-20 with various probe configurations.

 

Senior Radiological Control Technician 3, Navarro Research and Engineering, Los Alamos National Lab

November 2011 to April 2012

• Supported LANSC and Technical Areas 53 and 54 in radiological control and waste management operations.
• Conducted entry and exit surveys on waste materials and vehicles leaving site areas, including overpacks of LLRW and neutron monitoring of Transuranic (TRU) waste using an Eberline E-600 with NRD neutron rem-ball attachment.
• Installed, calibrated, and maintained radiological instrumentation and air monitoring equipment, including configuration of alarm set points in waste handling areas.
• Performed continuous and grab air monitoring of alpha hot cells to ensure compliance with radiological protection requirements.

 

Senior Radiological Control Technician 3, SHAW E&I, Hunter’s Point Naval Base

                                                                                                                                                        June 2010 to November 2011

• Drafted plans, procedures, and coordinated the release of an entire street of storm drains and sewers. The project, originally scheduled for six weeks, was completed in three days, resulting in $25,920 in labor savings.
• Managed project teams of radiation technicians, overseeing survey planning, scoping, time management, and task assignments.
• Served on the Source Retrieval Team, conducting free-release evaluations in accordance with 10 CFR 835; met with company owners, warehouse managers, and representatives to ensure worker protection and developed radiation awareness training for clients.
• Acted as Site Radiation Safety Trainer, instructing personnel on instrumentation use, release requirements, regulatory compliance, and calibration practices.
• Drafted and executed survey plans and procedures for storm drain and sewer releases under MARSSIM criteria, achieving Final Status Survey (FSS) compliance with 10 CFR 20 and California Title 17 regulations.
• Completed FSS activities for multiple structures, compiling final release packages enabling building demolition; coordinated lift operations, gridding, mapping, and survey documentation.
• Provided radiological coverage for extensive earthwork during site remediation, reviewing and approving all technician surveys and recommending process improvements to increase efficiency.
• Conducted large-area walkover surveys per NUREG-1575 (MARSSIM) using NaI and FIDLER detectors with ARC GIS integration.

 

Junior Radiological Control Technician, Duke Energy, Catawba/Oconee Power Station

December 2008 to April 2010

• Performed radiological coverage and job support during refueling and maintenance outages, including activities in the Auxiliary Building and refueling floor.
• Conducted resin filter changes in high-dose areas, established postings for radiological hazards, and executed detailed surveys using the VSDS mapping system.
• Supported roving maintenance and outage work, performing both routine and specialized radiation surveys to ensure safe working conditions.
• Operated within the count room to process and analyze radiological data and maintain compliance with site procedures.

 

EDUCATION

 

Dual Master’s Degree – Occupational Health and Safety / Environmental Management

Columbia Southern, Orange Beach, AL (2020)

Bachelor’s Degree – Health Physics

Thomas Edison State College, Trenton, NJ (2012)

Bachelor’s Degree (ABET Accredited) – Nuclear Energy Engineering Technology

Thomas Edison State College, Trenton, NJ (est. June 2026)

Associate Degree – Radiation Protection

Spartanburg Community College, Spartanburg, SC (2009)

 

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

 

 

 

• Project Management Professional (PMP) (2023)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) (2018)
• Certified National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) (2013)
• Ariel Group Leading with Presence and SME (2024)
• Ariel Group Strategic Writing and Presentation (2024)
• Dale Carnegie High Impact Presentations (2023)
• Dale Carnegie High Impact Presentations (2024)
• PPA Technical Writing Certification (2023)
• Primavera P6 Beginner Certification (2024)
• Primavera P6 Advanced Certification (2024)
• Acumen Fuse Certification (2024)
• EMPOWER User, Admin, and Advanced (2024)
• Human Performance Improvement (HPI) Practitioner (2017)
• Human Performance Improvement Practitioner (2026)
• Incident Cause Analysis Method (ICAM) Lead Investigator (2016)
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (2025)
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt (2019)
• 40-hour Radiation Safety Officer Course (2016)
• 24-hour Haslam College of Business Executive Emerging Leadership Course (2019)
• Colorado State CHP Exam Prep Course (2021)
• 40-hour Internal Dosimetry Course (2021)
• 40-hour Internal Dosimetry and IMBA Course (2021)
• 40-hour Phil Plato Dosimetry Course (2021)
• 40-hour PMP Course (2018)
• 24-hour PMP Course (2019)
• 24-hour PMP Course (2018)
• 40-hour PMP Course (2023)
• 24-hour Fall Protection Competent Person (2018)
• 40-hour USACE (EM 385-1) Certification
• 40-hour MARSSIM Certification
• 30-hour OSHA General Industry
• 30-hour OSHA Construction
• 40-hour US DOT Motor Carrier Safety Course
• Incident Cause Analysis Method (ICAM) Lead Investigator (2025)