Bio Summary:
Ashutosh Deshpande is an accomplished Environmental Engineer and Project Manager with extensive experience in compliance, sustainability, and environmental consulting. As an ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor and ICC Certified Soils Special Inspector, he has showcased proficiency in risk management, sustainability reporting, and environmental audits. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, Ashutosh has a solid background in project management, communication, and technical skills.
Education:
- Master of Science in Environmental Engineering
- Texas A&M University, Texas, USA (Fall 2011)
- Bachelor of Technology in Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI), Mumbai, India (Spring 2009)
Research Focus:
Ashutosh’s research has spanned various environmental domains, including air quality assessments, wetland delineation, and remediation. His expertise extends to sustainability strategies, greenhouse gas measurement/modeling, and economic cost-benefit analysis.
Professional Journey:
- Trihydro Corporation, Los Angeles, CA/Cincinnati, OH
- Project Manager (Compliance and Sustainability)
- June 2022 to Present
- Responsibilities include SPCC, SWPPP, sustainability management, risk management surveys, and environmental audits.
- Fugro USA Land, Inc., Los Angeles, CA
- Senior Project Engineer
- October 2018 to June 2022
- Recognized for cost-saving measures and managed projects internationally. Specialized in environmental impact assessment, permitting, and approvals.
- Global Geo-Engineering, Inc., Los Angeles, CA
- Project Engineer
- May 2015 to October 2018
- Worked on air quality assessments, permitting applications, and managed residential and commercial development projects.
- HVJ Associates, Inc., Austin, TX
- Project Engineer
- May 2013 to May 2015
- Conducted geotechnical, geologic, and environmental assessments for major projects, including highway expansions and oil and gas facilities.
- Horizon Well Logging, LLC, Tulsa, OK
- Engineering/Environmental Geologist
- December 2011 to May 2013
- Executed site inspections, sampling, and testing activities during oil and gas drilling, emphasizing high-quality data control.
Honors & Awards:
- Recognition from the City of Los Angeles for significant cost savings on a project.
- Various certifications, including Qualified Industrial Stormwater Professional (QISP), Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP), and ICC Certified Soil Special Inspector.
Publication Top Noted:
Effect of Rock Phosphate along with Organic Manures on Soil Properties, Yield and Nutrient Uptake by Wheat and Chickpea
- Published in the Journal of the Indian Society of Soil Science (2015)
- Citations: 16
Microcosm Study of the Effects of pH, Reductant and Sediment Type on Uranium Immobilization
- Published in the International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication, and … (2023)
Microcosm Study of the Effects of pH, Reductant and Sediment Type on Uranium Immobilization
- Presented at the Javelina Research Symposium (2010)
MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE (BIODEGRADABLE) MANAGEMENT
- Presented at the Civil and Environmental Engineering Conference, Mumbai (2009)
Author Metrics:
- Total Citations: 16
- h-index: 1
- i10-index: 1
