Geologist I
Joseph J. Serio joins Brilliant Environmental Services as a Geologist I, bringing more
than 15 years of experience in geology, environmental compliance, natural resource
conservation, and site remediation. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of Stockton
University with a B.S. in Geology, Joe has extensive experience working with New
Jersey regulatory requirements and applying geological science to environmental and
development projects.
Joe’s technical background includes subsurface investigations, soil boring classification
and lithologic logging, soil and groundwater sampling, vapor investigations, remediation
oversight, geophysical surveying, GIS mapping, and environmental data analysis. His
experience also includes soil erosion and sediment control, stormwater compliance,
environmental inspections, and preparation of technical reports and remedial action
documentation.
As a Geologist I at Brilliant, Joe will apply his diverse field and regulatory experience to
support environmental site investigations, remedial investigations, groundwater and soil
sampling programs, and remediation projects throughout New Jersey. His combination
of geology, field investigation, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship
will provide additional technical depth to Brilliant’s project teams and help move client
projects efficiently toward regulatory compliance and closure.
Q: What year did you join Brilliant Environmental Services and what made you join Brilliant?
A: I joined Brilliant in 2026. I’ve always been passionate about the environment and
wanted a role where I could make a real, tangible difference as aligned directly with
Brilliant’s mission.
Q: What has been the highlight of your career at Brilliant?
A: Honestly, still early days for me, but seeing the team’s commitment to the mission up
close has already been a highlight for me.
Q: What has been your biggest mistake at Brilliant?
A: Not applying sooner. I followed the company for years and now I can finally
experience being part of an elite team.
Q: What would be your goal for the 20th year of Brilliant?
A: When the mission stays at the center of everything, it’s easy to see clearly the path
forward. A Brilliant path.
Q: What book are you currently reading?
A: I am reading Dan Fagin’s Toms River. I highly recommend it.