Industries We Serve

BBJ Group provides services to Fortune 50 companies, regional and national asphalt manufacturers, asphalt distributors, multinational additive manufacturers, and chemical blending enterprises in the chemical and petrochemical industries.

Our representative services for these sectors include:

• Compliance management and permitting
• Due diligence
• Tank regulation and closure
• Remediation
• Facility design and decommissioning
• Liability valuation and reserve management

BBJ Group currently provides construction management services for many of its clients across North America. Recent projects have been performed for some of our regional and national clients in the building products, warehousing, fast-food and retail gasoline sectors. We have supplied turnkey construction management services to clients that include preliminary tasks, such as site selection, permitting, geotechnical investigation and ground preparation to building oversight, cost control and public relations.

BBJ Group offers comprehensive strategic and tactical consultation as well as advanced environmental engineering solutions to a diverse array of energy producers, including those in the fossil fuel, nuclear, and hydropower sectors. Leveraging its extensive expertise and industry knowledge, the firm’s core services are designed to assist clients in effectively navigating and managing an extensive spectrum of compliance obligations. This includes addressing and mitigating pollution risks, ensuring adherence to environmental regulations, and facilitating smooth business transactions. By doing so, BBJ Group empowers energy producers to not only meet legal and regulatory standards but also to enhance their operational efficiency and sustainability.

Services offered within this industry:

• Air Quality Permitting
• Due Diligence
• RCRA Corrective Action
• Site Investigation
• State and Local Cleanup

BBJ Group has consistently delivered a comprehensive range of environmental consulting services to a diverse array of clients within the financial sector. These clients include numerous investment banks, which rely on BBJ Group's expertise to navigate complex environmental regulations and compliance issues that affect their portfolios. Additionally, the firm has worked extensively with private equity groups, providing strategic advice and environmental assessments that support sustainable investment decisions. National and regional banks have also benefited from BBJ Group's services, ensuring that their operations align with environmental standards and best practices. Furthermore, national and regional insurance carriers seek the group's guidance to evaluate environmental risks and liabilities that could impact their underwriting processes. Insurance brokers, too, engage BBJ Group for insights into environmental factors that influence policy formulations. Lastly, venture capital firms turn to BBJ Group for environmental due diligence, ensuring that their investments in emerging technologies and startups are environmentally sound and responsible. Through these collaborations, BBJ Group has established itself as a trusted partner for financial institutions prioritizing environmental integrity.

• Dispute Resolution
• Due Diligence
• Financial Reporting
• Opinion of Cost
• Reserve Management
  

The food and beverage manufacturing industry faces significant challenges. It is heavily regulated by two federal agencies: the U.S. Department of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Additionally, many companies are also subject to regulations from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). 

From an operational standpoint, these companies often operate with slim profit margins and intense competition, while also responding to rapidly changing customer demands. There is a growing trend toward sustainable and healthier food choices. However, adapting to these operational challenges can lead to additional regulatory burdens, making it difficult for food and beverage companies to balance all the incoming directives they receive.

As a result, many companies are increasingly prioritizing environmental initiatives, aiming to reduce their environmental footprints and conserve natural resources. Alongside external pressures from environmental regulations and heightened public awareness of sustainability issues, there is also a strong movement toward improving worker safety. This improvement is driven both by legislative requirements and a commitment to being responsible corporate citizens.

Some of BBJ Group’s professionals have extensive experience providing environmental consulting services to support major State and Federal contracts, including those with the Departments of Army and Navy, USEPA, and state environmental protection agencies. 

In addition, BBJ Group provides services to the Federal government through our GSA Contract (GS-10F-0471X) and our contracts with the following agencies:

• Defense Logistics Agency
• USDA
• U.S. Forest Service
• U.S. Army Reserve
• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
• NOAA 

BBJ Group has substantial and wide-ranging experience collaborating with attorneys, working closely with them to develop comprehensive and effective risk-management strategies tailored to the specific needs and challenges faced by their clients. The firm is highly regarded for its ability to provide in-depth environmental consulting services, offering expertise and support to a diverse array of law firms across various sectors, including environmental law, real estate, corporate law, water rights, and litigation practices. This partnership allows law firms to leverage BBJ Group's specialized knowledge to serve their clients better, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate complex legal and regulatory landscapes.

BBJ Group has offered environmental consulting services to over 100 manufacturing clients across various industries, including:

• Tools and hardware
• Food and beverage
• Metals
• Plastics
• Glassware
• Packaging
• Healthcare products
• Automobile parts

We have provided these services to clients in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, as well as in China, Europe, Central America, and South America.

BBJ Group offers a comprehensive range of environmental consulting services tailored to meet the diverse needs of various clients. These clients include private investors seeking guidance on sustainable practices and compliance with environmental regulations. They also serve real estate investment trusts aiming to incorporate eco-friendly initiatives into their portfolios, as well as commercial developers who need assistance in navigating environmental assessments and impact studies for their projects. National residential developers benefit from BBJ Group's expertise in ensuring that large-scale housing projects adhere to environmental standards, while industrial developers rely on their insights for managing pollution control and resource efficiency. Furthermore, BBJ Group collaborates with brownfield partnerships to facilitate the redevelopment of contaminated properties, transforming them into productive assets. Commercial lenders are supported in evaluating environmental risks associated with their financial investments, and real estate divisions of larger corporations are guided in implementing sustainable practices across their portfolios, enhancing both environmental responsibility and long-term profitability.

BBJ Group delivers environmental consulting services to telecommunications companies, assisting with facility siting and ensuring compliance with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) regulations. BBJ Group holds master service agreements to offer long-term environmental strategies across the United States, partnering with two Fortune 100 telecommunications companies and several leading tower construction and management firms.

• Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments; 
• Vapor intrusion assessments;
• In-building assessments;
• Wetland, species and habitat surveys;
• SPCC Preparation and Air Permitting;
• TCNS/SHPO/Tribal Notification; and
• NEPA Environmental Assessment preparation.

BBJ Group delivers environmental and engineering consulting services to clients in the Transportation Sector across several significant segments: (1) aviation, (2) shipping, (3) bus transportation, (4) railroads, (5) trucking, and (6) automotive. The firm has been tasked with providing environmental strategies through master agreements with various organizations within the sector, including both public entities and publicly traded companies.

BBJ Group enhances Transportation Sector operations by cost-effectively creating and overseeing:

• Environmental health and safety policies;
• Employee training programs;
• Emergency response plans;
• Waste management strategies and procedures;
• Expert testimony;
• Storage tank compliance and management programs; and
• Remedial strategies and cleanups.

Environmental waste management regulations have evolved steadily and significantly over the past decades, reflecting the growing awareness of the impact of waste on our environment and public health. These regulations have become more comprehensive and stringent in addressing the complexities of modern waste management challenges. The improper handling, storage, and discharge of waste materials can lead to many serious consequences, including permit violations, which are breaches of legally binding conditions set by regulatory authorities. Such violations might prompt local, state, or federal enforcement actions, involving fines, mandatory corrective measures, or even legal proceedings. Furthermore, these actions are often necessary to ensure public safety and compliance with laws designed to protect the environment and human health. Violations of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) may also occur, posing risks to worker safety and health due to exposure to hazardous waste. Additionally, the degradation of soil and water quality is a significant concern, as it can have long-term, detrimental effects on ecosystems, agriculture, and the availability of clean drinking water. These potential outcomes emphasize the critical importance of adhering to waste management regulations and adopting best practices for environmental protection.