About Willbanks Environmental Consulting, Inc.

Our Story

Established in 2014, Willbanks Environmental Consulting (WEC), Inc. is a professional services firm specializing in environmental project management, civil engineering, environmental engineering, permitting, compliance, and construction oversight. We offer comprehensive, professional services to both private- and public-sector clients.

Our capabilities include environmental consulting, remediation system design and construction, environmental compliance, and site closeouts. Our team is comprised of experienced professional engineers with over 30 years combined environmental and civil engineering project management experience.

At WEC we believe that effective management means safely and cost-efficiently managing environmental liabilities in accordance with site-specific exit strategies. We navigate regulatory, technical, and logistical challenges to develop and implement practical solutions by:

Conducting a thorough evaluation of current site conditions to develop an effective plan for achieving site closure
Negotiating cleanup goals with regulatory agencies during project development
Applying regulatory knowledge and acting as the client advocate
Considering standard traditional approaches as well as innovative alternatives
Assessing and managing client risk
Efficiently executing site strategies

Our focus is to provide comprehensive, quality services to our clients to add value to your project.

Our Team

Noelle A. Willbanks, PE – President

Ms. Willbanks has 20+ years of experience in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources, permitting, compliance, and construction. She has been integral in the design, construction, and implementation of groundwater, wastewater, and soil vapor treatment facilities at multiple sites throughout California.

Relevant Project Experience: Ms. Willbanks has managed several high-profile projects, including the Pinedale Groundwater Site, where she oversaw a chlorinated solvent plume impacting multiple municipal water wells. She also managed the decommissioning of an industrial facility and subsequent site remediation.

Professional Affiliations: Ms. Willbanks is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA).

Burton E. Gilpin, PG, CEG, CHG – Principal Hydrogeologist

Mr. Gilpin is a Certified Engineering Geologist and Hydrogeologist with extensive experience in mineral-resource identification, geologic hazards assessment, water resources management, and environmental site assessment. He has played a pivotal role in multiple large-scale projects, including the strategic development of aggregate operations and well-stimulation permitting.

Relevant Project Experience: Mr. Gilpin has managed numerous projects, such as the Pinedale Area TCE Contamination RI/FS and several mine development projects across California.

Professional Affiliations: Mr. Gilpin is a member of the Groundwater Resources Association (GRA) of California and the American Public Works Association (APWA).