About the Administrator for EPA’s Southeast Region (Region 4)

Kevin J. McOmber, P.E.

President Donald J. Trump has appointed Kevin J. McOmber, P.E., to serve as Regional Administrator for the EPA’s Southeast Region (Region 4). Kevin will lead the implementation of President Trump’s environmental agenda in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and with six federally recognized Tribes.

Prior to joining the EPA, Kevin served as Executive Vice President and National Community Practice Leader at CPL where he led transformative municipal and public infrastructure projects. Kevin’s distinguished career spans over 37 years in civil engineering, construction management and community development, and he has expertise in environmental planning, water resources, stormwater management and sustainable urban development. Kevin also has a long history of collaborating with state and local agencies to ensure the successful execution of complex, multi-disciplinary projects.

Kevin’s leadership roles include being elected twice as a City of Suwanee Councilmember, an appointment to the Gwinnett County Water & Sewerage Authority and several state and national roles with the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). These positions all reflect his dedication to public service. Kevin has been married for 36+ years to his loving and supportive wife, MaLisa and they have two adult children, Marissa and Andrew, who live in North Carolina.