Kevin Thompson – Environmental Analyst – Wetlands and Water Resources Unit

Kevin joined MassDOT in May 2023 as a summer intern in the Construction Compliance and Cultural Resources Units before joining the Wetlands and Water Resources Unit as a co-op in August 2023. He completed his Master’s Degree in Environmental Science and Policy at Northeastern University, graduating in December 2023, and joined MassDOT full-time in January 2024 as an Environmental Analyst with the Wetlands and Water Resources Unit. In July 2025 Kevin transitioned to the role of Wetlands Scientist, remaining with the Wetlands and Water Resources Unit.
At MassDOT, Kevin works on wetlands and water resource permitting for MassDOT linear projects within the construction advertisement program. He assists with reviewing projects and permit applications to ensure they meet regulatory requirements. While doing so, he looks for opportunities to avoid, minimize, and mitigate impacts to the environment. His favorite aspect of the role has been developing sustainable transportation projects for Massachusetts residents, particularly developing Shared Use Paths and increasing climate resilient infrastructure.
In his free time Kevin enjoys spending time with his friends and family (and his dog). His hobbies include running, hiking, skiing, and reading science fiction.
Previous Staff Profiles
- Olivia Mastrangelo – Environmental Analyst – MEPA / NEPA Unit
- Melissa Lenker - Supervisor - Wetlands and Water Resources Unit
- Justin Woelfel - Environmental Analyst – MEPA/NEPA Unit
- Kurt Jergensen – Historic Bridge Specialist – Cultural Resources Unit
- Eric Woodward – Assistant Supervisor – NEPA Unit
- Erica Larner – Coordinator – Wetlands and Water Resources Unit
- Cate Kenna – Environmental Analyst – Hazardous Materials Review Unit and Salt Remediation Program
- Emily Hargreaves – Environmental Analyst – Stormwater Management Unit
- Madelinn Harmelink – Environmental Analyst - MEPA/NEPA Unit
- Courtney Walker – Coordinator – Wetlands and Water Resources Unit
- Andrew Johnson – Environmental Analyst – Environmental Construction Compliance Unit
- Melissa Andrade – Environmental Analyst – Cultural Resources Unit
- David Paulson – Supervisor - Wildlife and Endangered Species Unit
- Michael Dami – Environmental Analyst - MEPA/NEPA Unit
- Katie McArthur - Coordinator - Hazardous Materials Review Unit
- Kylie Abouzeid - Former Environmental Analyst – Wetlands and Water Resources Unit
- Matt Saniuk - Environmental Analyst – MEPA/NEPA Unit
- Trevor Burns - Environmental Analyst – Wildlife and Endangered Species Unit
- Maria Briones - Stormwater Management Unit Supervisor
- Noah Boland - Environmental Analyst – MEPA/NEPA Unit
- Cori Beckwith - Former Environmental Analyst – Wetlands and Water Resources Unit
- Stacey Donahoe – Cultural Resources Coordinator for Major Projects
- Alex Lamarche - Environmental Analyst – MEPA/NEPA Unit
- Julia Hoogeboom - Environmental Analyst – Wildlife and Endangered Species Unit
- Henry Barbaro - Former Stormwater Management Unit Supervisor
- Carleigh Norton - Environmental Analyst – MEPA/NEPA Unit
- Jim Smith - Hazardous Materials Review Unit Supervisor
- Tim Dexter – Environmental Program Engineer for Major Projects