ABNA is proud to announce the selection of Mitesh Deshpande, PE, to serve as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Transitioning from his highly successful tenure as Vice President of Construction, Mitesh brings with him 25 years of specialized design and construction experience in transportation infrastructure, making him a natural and strategic fit for this executive role. As a licensed professional engineer, Mitesh has spent decades cultivating a stellar industry reputation built on strong, trust-based relationships with internal staff, partners, contractors, and clients alike. He is widely recognized across the industry for his steadfast commitment to excellence, his reliability under pressure, and his consistent ability to deliver on commitments regardless of project complexity or scale.
In his expanded capacity as COO, Mitesh will be responsible for aligning quality, on-time project delivery with ABNA’s broader strategic growth objectives. His deep and nuanced understanding of complex infrastructure lifecycle management positions him to lead with both technical authority and operational clarity. With Mitesh at the helm of day-to-day operations, ABNA is well-positioned to continue delivering the technical excellence and client-centered service our partners and stakeholders have relied on and trusted for over 30 years.
ABNA will proudly celebrate its 32nd anniversary in June of 2026, a milestone that reflects the firm’s enduring commitment to quality, community, and client satisfaction. ABNA has been consistently ranked among the Top 25 Engineering Firms by the St. Louis Business Journal from 2001 through 2025, a recognition that speaks to the firm’s sustained impact and industry standing. ABNA provides major projects ranging from critical infrastructure improvements to a diverse corporate portfolio, and the firm prides itself on not simply meeting client expectations but exceeding them and creating lasting value and delight in the communities it serves. Please join ABNA in congratulating Mitesh Deshpande on this well-deserved appointment!
