Aishwarya Patel
Clarksburg,MD
Summary
Results-driven Environmental Consultant specializing in Environmental Impact Assessments and regulatory compliance. Developed project trackers and managed client relationships to ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery of environmental solutions. Focused on sustainable practices and effective communication to achieve impactful project outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Consultant
Istidama Green Consultancy
, Qatar
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted senior consultant in preparing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Baseline Environmental Studies, and Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) in compliance with Qatar's Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) regulations.
- Select environmental survey and sampling locations based on project scope, site conditions, and MoECC guidelines to ensure accurate and representative data collection.
- Supported surveyors by providing survey locations for large-scale infrastructure and construction projects in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 sustainability goals, including roadways, ports, and industrial zones.
- Compiled and organized documents for environmental permit processes, ensuring accuracy and timely submission to MoECC.
- Conducted desktop research and reviewed regulatory guidelines to support preparation of technical reports and environmental monitoring plans.
- Participated in site visits to observe and understand the site required for the preparation of an EIA.
- Gained hands-on experience with local environmental regulations, Qatar Construction Specifications (QCS), and principles of sustainable development under the Qatar National Vision 2030 framework.
- Developed presentations and reports for client meetings to communicate project details effectively.
- Qatar
Environmental Project Manager Level 2
Resource Strategies
, Australia
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided environmental consulting support for mining projects.
- Support senior managers in preparing and delivering the Annual report on behalf of Peabody for the Wambo Coal Mine.
- Assist senior environmental project manager with the approval process for the modification report on behalf of BHP for Mt Arthur Coal Mine.
- Developed project tracker to monitor progress of project studies, coordinating reviews and follow-ups with clients and sub-contractors.
- Delivered environmental compliance support to clients.
- Performed Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Reviewing subcontractor invoices and track budget for individual environmental studies.
- Work and communicate efficiently with clients and subcontractors to deliver the project.
- Review technical environmental reports for final submissions.
- Assist senior environmental project manager with the approval process for the EIS on behalf of BHP Mitsubishi Alliance for the Peak Downs Mine.
- Oversaw, designed, and reviewed technical studies, ensuring compliance with guidelines for air quality, noise and vibration, cultural heritage, soils and land suitability assessments, and drafted noise and air modeling inputs for senior’s review.
- Provide clients with brief summary post surveys. Review and interpret rules and permit conditions for air quality, noise, and surface and groundwater quality. This includes managing environmental permits and plans and developing relevant procedures.
- Trained new staff members on project protocols and procedures. to assist with the project.
- Create and update Gantt Chart in MS Project to provide project schedule to client.
- Participate in management planning by providing environmental information and making inventories of plants, animals, and items of cultural and heritage significance.
- Review and evaluate proposed and final environmental regulations to determine the impacts on the business and resolve environmental issues and escalate complex problems to higher authorities.
- Utilized GIS, environmental modeling tools, and laboratory results to support data-driven recommendations.
- Utilize knowledge of and ability to understand and apply relevant rules, regulations, and policies relating to environmental programs established by States or federal government.
- Collect, evaluate, analyses, and interpret scientific or technical data, maps, ariel photography, and site plans.
- Provide assistance with proposal preparation, project scoping and client interaction.
- Use government tool searches to identify biodiversity in the project area along with identifying potential impacts on the biodiversity.
- Reviewing mine planning data in depth to ensure coal extraction per annum and the associated waste management is plausible. ▪ Preparing and requesting access permit for the surveys undertaken on private property ▪ Identifying and finalizing stakeholders for the Social Impact Assessment Consultation.
- Review of Non-indigenous Cultural Heritage Report against the government database to ensure the status of surveyed and listed artifacts are in line with Federal and State listed heritage.
- Oversee project finances to determine if the resources allocated to each task are adequate or if budget adjustments are needed to complete the project approval process.
- Assist subcontractors with induction process pre-surveys.
- Collected, analyzed, and interpreted environmental data to evaluate contamination risks and inform assessments of environmental impacts.
- Prepared technical reports, environmental impact assessments (EIAs), and regulatory documentation for clients and agencies.
- Coordinated fieldwork activities, including sampling, monitoring, and environmental inspections.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory authorities to develop mitigation and remediation strategies.
- Assisted in environmental permitting, sustainability planning, and risk management initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Monash University
Australia 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Natubhai V. Patel College of Pure And Applied Sciences
India 04.2017
Skills
- Environmental impact assessments
- Environmental Compliance
- Project tracker development
- Budget management
- Regulatory compliance
- Environmental monitoring
- Fieldwork coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Risk assessment
- Quality assurance
References
Referees provided upon request.
It Systems Applications
- Proficient user of the MS Office suite of applications, notably Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Skilled in using Ecco Tool, a sustainability assessment tool.
- Confident in video conferencing platforms including Zoom, Google Meets, and Skype.
Key Units
- Global Challenges and Sustainability
- Sustainability Measurement
- Climate Change and Carbon Management Strategies
- Corporate Sustainability Regulations
- Environmental Analysis
- Ecosystem and Environmental Management
- Corporate Sustainability Management
- Environmental Pollution, Wildlife and Biodiversity
- Pesticides, Herbicides, Fungicide, Toxicology
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Environmental Consultant
Istidama Green Consultancy
09.2024 - Current
Environmental Project Manager Level 2
Resource Strategies
11.2022 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Monash University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Natubhai V. Patel College of Pure And Applied Sciences