Deepak Bashetty: Visionary in Global Steel Projects

Deepak Bashetty , Regional Director at KPM Engineering, is a visionary contractor and consultant, sheds light on his leading role in global engineering deliveries. He manages high-profile projects in India, UAE, Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom. He has been instrumental in unique endeavours such as iconic high rises, Airport ATC Tower, Sears Grand Central, Mumbai Airport, and Statue of Unity. He emphasises the importance for engineers and architects to stay updated with the latest skills and technologies to design unique structures.

Your inspiration to take up engineering as a profession…

Earlier I had chosen a different path for myself. I wanted to pursue Electrical Engineering, but then I thought why not pursue something similar to that of my family’s business? This thought led me towards opting for Civil and Structural Engineering.

By the time I was done with my degree, I grew more interested in buildings, whereas, my family business’ DNA was based on engineering, contracting and deliveries of roads, canals, and dams. The forte of the business was completely different from what my field of work was, which shifted my interest, and led me to pursue my masters in the same field.

Your learning curve from a student to a pro today…

As students, we are not exposed much to the practicality of this degree, mainly theories and problem-solving is taught, which does not help one out while working in the proper environment. So when one does start working they are clueless as to what are beams, columns, and how to design such things. I believe that is the major gap that people face.

When I first joined L&T, 6-10 months of on-campus training helped me change my thoughts and inclined me towards special structures. During that time, I was working on my thesis and was additionally trying to help the seniors in their projects for 500 m tall, 200 m tall, commercial, residential, something iconic.

Challenges you face as a structural consultant…

Currently, getting good projects and trying to get more value for them is surely a challenge as you do not get people with similar mindsets. A lot of work comes into play in order to prepare multiple presentations, to discuss and convince one on how a project can be better design-wise, economically and structurally.

Whatever comes to us on paper is to be converted on-site, so we are the ones who make it come alive. This comes as a challenge as well in our field, new-age architects, and engineers come with fresh ideas, and it does take time to get everybody on the same page.

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