Alireza Ramezankhani
Milan,Italy
Summary
Versatile professional with expertise in programming and data analysis using Python and R, complemented by advanced skills in GIS platforms such as ArcGIS and QGIS. Proficient in structural and civil engineering software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ETABS, SAFE, and SAP2000, alongside hydrologic and environmental modelling tools like EPA SWMM and HEC-HMS. Adept at creating impactful visualisations with Photoshop and delivering comprehensive reports through Microsoft Office Suite applications. Demonstrates a strong commitment to leveraging technical proficiency for innovative problem-solving within engineering and environmental domains.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Research Engineer
ION FUND
Milan
2025.11 - 2026.03
- Conducting climate-extremes analysis and hydrological risk assessment for the Courmayeur–Mont Blanc case study
- Leading the development of the Cleaning Efficiency Rate (CER) as a core sustainability indicator aligned with EU Taxonomy requirements
Researcher (Water Footprint & LCA)
Water Calling
Milan
2025.01 - 2025.07
- Established a certification and water-footprint framework, and mapped data requirements across agriculture and light industry.
- Executed LCA in SimaPro for multiple case studies; identified hotspots and 20% potential water consumption reduction under improved practices.
- Authored policy briefs, coordinated inputs across stakeholders (research, operations, partners).
Research Assistant (Hydrology & LID Modeling)
University of Milan
Milan
2023.05 - 2025.07
- Developed EPA SWMM models to compare rain garden, infiltration trench, and bioretention across climate scenarios (SSPs) for Barcelona.
- Ran over 70 simulation batches; achieved a 25% reduction in modeled peak runoff compared to baseline and documented sensitivity to design parameters.
- Consolidated results into Master’s Thesis; presented outcomes in AGU/EGU and departmental talks.
Research Assistant
Yazd University
Yazd
2020.01 - 2021.02
- Built rainfall and runoff workflows with observed events, validated model behavior and calibrated key parameters.
- Presented outcomes at the 12th International Congress on Civil Engineering (2021) with actionable runoff-harvesting options for arid settings.
Junior Engineer
Isatis Company
Yazd
2019.03 - 2020.03
- Designed reinforced concrete and steel buildings in ETABS to AISC; automated design sheets (VBA), cutting calculation time by 30%.
- Performed screening LCAs for material alternatives to inform procurement choices.
Intern
Arshia Pars Company
Yazd
2017.06 - 2019.02
- Supported structural design workflows; prepared drawings/reports and coordinated review cycles with senior engineers.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Change and Global Sustainability
University of Milan
2022.09 - 2025.07
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Yazd University
2014.09 - 2019.09
Skills
- Programming & Data Analysis: Python, R, VBA, MATLAB
- GIS & Design/Visualization: ArcGIS, QGIS, Photoshop
- Reporting & Collaboration: Mendeley, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
- Structural & Civil Engineering Software: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000
- Hydrologic & Environmental Modeling: EPA SWMM, HEC-HMS, EPANET, SimaPro (CML-IA)
Languages
Persian (Farsi): Native
English: C1 Advanced (CEFR)
Italian: A1 (Beginner)
Publications
- Numerical Modeling of Driftwood Transport and Fate in Lake Como November 2025
- 46th Italian Conference on Integrated River Basin Management
- A Water Footprint-Based Framework for Certification and Eco-Labeling: Advancing Water Sustainability in Production and Consumer Practices July 2025
- 7th International Symposium on Knowledge and Capacity for the Water Sector
- Evaluating the Environmental and Economic Benefits of Low Impact Development Practices: A Life Cycle Assessment Approach for Stormwater Management in Barcelona May 2025
- European Geosciences Union
- Climate Change Adaptation with Low Impact Development: Assessing the Performance and Cost Effectiveness of Rainwater Harvesting Systems at a Microscale in Barcelona December 2024
- American Geophysical Union
- Evaluation of the Becker Penetration Test and Its Correlation March 2022
- 20th International Conference on Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, Sydney, Australia
- Assessing potentials of rainfall-runoff water harvesting in the arid city of Yazd March 2021
- 12th International Congress on Civil Engineering, Mashhad, Iran
References
References available upon request.
Projects
Recycle and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Products and Processes: Built cradle-to-grave LCA models in SimaPro for rice and barley; compared CML-IA results and proposed mitigation for top hotspots. February 2024, Water & Wastewater Engineering Design Project: Modeled a complete water and wastewater distribution network for a city of 100,000 residents using EPANET and Excel. Generated hydraulic performance metrics and developed cost estimates. June 2018, Concrete and Steel Structures Design Project: Analyzed and designed reinforced concrete and steel structures using ETABS and SAFE. Reviewed multiple building codes and produced construction-ready structural drawings. June 2018
Volunteering
- University of Milan, Milan, Italy, 2022-09, 2025-07, Represented students and communicated feedback to departmental leadership to design initiatives.
- Yazd University, Yazd, Iran, 2016-09, 2018-09, Planned and delivered six technical workshops in the Department of Civil Engineering.
Timeline
Research Engineer
ION FUND
2025.11 - 2026.03
Researcher (Water Footprint & LCA)
Water Calling
2025.01 - 2025.07
Research Assistant (Hydrology & LID Modeling)
University of Milan
2023.05 - 2025.07
Master of Science - Environmental Change and Global Sustainability
University of Milan
2022.09 - 2025.07
Research Assistant
Yazd University
2020.01 - 2021.02
Junior Engineer
Isatis Company
2019.03 - 2020.03
Intern
Arshia Pars Company
2017.06 - 2019.02
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Yazd University
2014.09 - 2019.09