Christopher Halliday
About Christopher Halliday
Christopher Halliday serves as the Lead of Urban Development and Infrastructure at Vertex Resource Group Ltd. in Calgary, Alberta, where he specializes in the remediation of contaminated soil and water within urban environments.
Work at Vertex Resource Group
Christopher Halliday has been serving as the Lead, Urban Development and Infrastructure at Vertex Resource Group Ltd. since 2021. His role involves overseeing projects related to urban development and infrastructure in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Halliday specializes in the remediation of contaminated soil and water, particularly in urban settings and brownfield developments. He provides environmental findings and recommendations to clients, ensuring compliance and mitigating liability in real estate transactions.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Halliday holds a Master's Degree in Biotechnology from the University of Calgary, which he completed in 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Biochemistry from Queen's University, graduating in 2011. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Business Administration with Distinction from Imperial College Business School in 2019. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both scientific and business principles, enhancing his expertise in environmental management.
Background in Environmental Research
Prior to his current position, Christopher Halliday worked at Resverlogix Corp. as a Business Research Analyst from 2012 to 2015 and later as Manager, Corporate and Biomedical Development from 2015 to 2021. His experience includes conducting research and managing projects related to environmental contaminants. Earlier in his career, he served as a Research Assistant at the University of Calgary for three months in 2010, further solidifying his background in environmental science.
Specialization in Contaminated Land Remediation
Christopher Halliday has an in-depth understanding of soil and groundwater contaminants. He specializes in the remediation of contaminated soil and water, particularly within urban centers. His work includes conducting CSA Approved Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments and monitoring groundwater and surface water. Halliday manages potential chemical and physical hazards to prevent health risks and interruptions in work processes, ensuring safe and compliant development practices.