CAN OZDEMIR

Designed large-scale workforce villages for over 10,000 workers using Modular Building System design.

Incorporated energy and water conservation features to enhance living conditions and productivity.

• Provided modern facilities and amenities to ensure high-quality living experiences.
• Employed fast-track delivery with offsite modular systems for efficient construction.
• Supported extensive construction efforts for Qiddiya City, an entertainment and sports destination.
• Prioritised worker welfare by ensuring high-standard accommodation.

Aligned development with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, promoting economic growth and job creation.

• Led cross-functional teams, boosted productivity levels.
• Determined project schedules and kept projects on track using proactive adjustments to workflow.
• Led and motivated talented project teams, achieving targets within stipulated deadlines.

U.S. Embassy Consular Mission Residence (CMR) Expansion and Upgrades Project – Astana, Kazakhstan

This project is a significant infrastructure development undertaken by Navigator International LLC on behalf of the U.S. Department of State's Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO). It focuses on enhancing the facilities at the U.S. Embassy Compound in Astana (now Nur-Sultan), Kazakhstan, to better serve diplomatic and consular needs.

• Objective: The primary goal is to expand and upgrade the existing Consular Mission Residence (CMR). The improvements aim to increase capacity, improve security, and modernize the living and working environment for U.S. personnel and their families stationed in Astana.
• Scope of Work: Construction services include new building extensions, renovations, infrastructure upgrades, security enhancements, and modernization of utilities and amenities within the embassy compound.
• Design & Construction: The project emphasizes sustainable and resilient building practices, incorporating security measures aligned with diplomatic standards, and modern architectural features to match current functional and aesthetic needs.
• Location: The project is situated within the U.S. Embassy Compound in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, contributing to the diplomatic mission’s operational efficiency.
• Ensured effective resource allocation with meticulous project scheduling.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between project stages for seamless progression.
• Managed budgets diligently, controlled unnecessary expenditure on projects.

Grand Mosque Project – Astana, Kazakhstan
Budget: $320,000,000

Rixos Water World Hotel / Aktau Project
Budget: $170,000,000

Responsibilities include:

• Management of change orders, variation requests, and variation instructions.
• Review and approval of the Quality Plan, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), Method Statements, shop drawings, and material submissions for both offshore and onshore construction works.
• Management of Material Approval Forms (MAFs) and Requests for Clarification (RFCs).
• Architectural review of test fit layouts, concept design, construction design, and as-built documentation, including but not limited to acts of hidden works, acts of connections, operating manuals, tests, and certificates.
• Review and approval of Quality Plans, ITPs, Method Statements, shop drawings, and material submissions for offshore and onshore construction activities.
• Non-conformance management and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Monitoring and management of fit-out defect lists and overseeing rectification efforts.
• Managed contract negotiations between clients, seeking mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Negotiated contract terms for maximised client benefit and profit.
• Implemented organisational policies for smooth service delivery.
• Coordinated auctions to sell personal or business property.

Isil Club Hotel (290 keys, 640-bed capacity), owned by Doğan Holding in Turkey, was renovated to meet the standards of the Hilton DoubleTree brand. The hotel is currently operational as the DoubleTree by Hilton Bodrum Isil Club Resort.

Services Provided:
APCO was appointed as the Turnkey Fit-out Contractor, responsible for the renovation of Isil Club to comply with Hilton DoubleTree standards.
Budget: $13,389,830

• Guided the development of project objectives, established clear performance expectations.
• Managed contract negotiations between clients, seeking mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Delivered products and services in line with agreed arrangements and contracts.
• Closed high-value business deals through persuasive pitches and presentations.

Various Projects Managed

The Republic of Turkey, Istanbul Governorship, Istanbul Project Coordination Unit (IPCU):

• Worked closely with the Project Managers to define objectives, leading to clear guidelines.
• Established effective working relationships with stakeholders for smooth project progression.
• Addressed potential risks timely, preventing unnecessary setbacks.

St. Regis Hotel Astana
Budget: $180,000,000

• Communicate regularly with the Project Manager regarding project progress and areas of concern.
• Assess change requests submitted by the Contractor and report recommendations to the Project Manager.
• Attend executive meetings, weekly progress meetings, quality meetings, safety meetings, and ensure that all relevant disciplines are represented at weekly technical meetings.
• Ensure that all project management staff are familiar with the approved procedures and drawings.
• Advise the Project Manager of any expected schedule slippage and propose corrective actions.

Astana Kazakhstan Expo 2017
Budget: $1,000,000,000

• Communicate regularly with the Project Manager regarding project progress and issues of concern.
• Review weekly and monthly reports submitted by the Contractor and present comments on non-compliance, areas of concern, and recommended corrective actions to the Project Manager.
• Ensure all project management staff are aware of approved procedures and drawings.
• Advise the Construction Manager of potential scope variations that could impact cost and schedule, and present the Project Manager’s assessment.
• Lead the project management team in evaluating all Requests for Information (RFIs) submitted by the Contractor, coordinating with the Design Consultant as necessary.
• Participate actively in reviewing Contractor transmittals related to construction methodology, method statements, Project Quality Plan, Safety Plan, schedules, and compliance with project objectives.
• Establish documented procedures to oversee and review proposed subcontractors, vendors, materials, shop drawings, and other transmittals from the Contractor.
• Ensure Contractor compliance with contractual obligations related to design changes, trend notices, and other contract management requirements.
• Streamlined workflow for increased productivity through team training on quality standards.
• Monitored manufacturing procedures, eliminating defects at early stages.
• Managed audits of manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge about latest industry trends and updates relevant to Quality Management.

Central Reference Laboratory, Almaty, Kazakhstan (BSL-3)
Budget: $150,000,000
Project by: U.S. Army Corps

• Communicate regularly with the Project Manager regarding project progress and concerns.
• Attend executive meetings, weekly progress meetings, quality meetings, and safety meetings. Ensure that all relevant disciplines participate in weekly technical meetings.
• Advise the Project Manager of any anticipated deviations from the schedule and propose appropriate corrective actions.
• Planned work schedules, ensuring tasks were completed within timelines.
• Assessed manpower requirements, recruiting appropriate staff as needed.
• Developed contingency plans, minimising disruption during unforeseen events.

Residence Building, Baku, Azerbaijan
Budget: $109,000,000

• Continuously communicate with the Project Manager regarding project progress and areas of concern.
• Advise the Project Manager of any anticipated schedule slippage and propose corrective actions.
• Assess change requests submitted by the Designer and report recommendations to the Project Manager.
• Attend executive meetings, weekly progress meetings, quality meetings, and safety meetings.
• Coordinated construction projects from planning stage to completion.
• Implemented cost control measures for maintaining budget constraints.
• Coordinated with local authorities for necessary permits and approvals.

Olympic Complex Project
Total Construction Area: 1.3 million square meters
Capacity: Small Arena Main building for 5,000 people, Training Halls for 3,000 people.
Budget: $1,900,000,000

• Review and provide an initial assessment of monthly progress invoices submitted by the Project Manager.
• Review weekly and monthly reports from the Subcontractor and present findings to the Project Manager.
• Establish documented procedures to oversee and comment on proposed subcontractors, vendors, materials, shop drawings, and other transmittals submitted by the Project Manager.
• Ensure Subcontractor compliance with contractual obligations concerning design changes, trend notices, and other contractual requirements.
• Coordinated construction projects from planning stage to completion.
• Facilitated efficient communication among team members to resolve conflicts.
• Supervised workforce maintaining high levels of productivity on-site.

• Golcuk Yıldızlar Marine Base Education Admiralty Fire and Damage Control Simulator, Turkish Naval Forces
  Budget: $118,900,000
• Kuyumcu Kent Project
  Budget: $166,000,000
• Sky View Tower Project, Dubai Emirates
  Budget: $45,000,000

Tender Preparation Activities:

• Preparing project schedules and construction timelines.
• Calculating construction costs and performing man-hour estimates.
• Determining cash flow requirements, establishing loan needs, and assessing financing expenses.
• Calculating site operation expenditures.
• Preparing the bill of quantities.
• Preparing subcontractor payment certificates.

Project Monitoring and Coordination:

• Reviewing and providing initial assessments of monthly progress invoices submitted by the Project Manager.
• Attending executive meetings, weekly progress meetings, quality meetings, and safety meetings.
• Ensuring that all relevant disciplines participate in weekly technical meetings.

Esentai Park Multi-Complex Project

• Tower Building, three Residences Buildings, one Shopping Mall Building, and one Fitness Building
• Total Construction Area: 368,000 square meters
• Budget: $1,200,000,000
• Continuously communicate with the Finishing Work Manager regarding project progress and areas of concern.
• Review weekly and monthly reports submitted by the Subcontractor and present comments to the Finishing Work Manager regarding non-compliance, areas of concern, and recommended corrective actions.

Various Projects / Ministry of Education, Physical Contribution to Education Project 2
Budget: $250,000,000

• Ensure all Project Management (PM) staff are aware of and adhere to the project-approved procedures and drawings.
• Assess change requests submitted by the Contractor and report recommendations to the Project Manager.
• Review weekly and monthly reports from the Contractor, identify non-compliance issues or areas of concern, and propose corrective actions to the Project Manager.
• Maintain regular communication with the Project Manager regarding project progress and areas of concern.
• Lead the PM team in evaluating all Requests for Information (RFIs) submitted by the Contractor and communicate with the Client promptly if necessary.