A. Dilek Cengiz
MSc. Civil Engineer
Çamlık Mah. Semerkant Bulv. No:46/D Pendik
Summary
As a Wind Energy Professional with over 10 years of experience in energy sector, I am passionate about delivering high-quality and sustainable solutions for my clients. I have successfully led and managed multiple wind energy projects across different regions, from planning and budgeting to execution and completion, ensuring safety, compliance, and profitability.
I have a strong background in project management, scheduling, contract management, purchasing, and business development, and I am skilled in using various tools and software, such as AutoCAD, Primavera, Microsoft Project, SAP.I have also obtained certifications in turbine installation and Primavera training, demonstrating my commitment to continuous learning and improvement. I am a problem solver, a team player, and a time manager, who always gives the highest priority to safety and customer satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Wind Energy Professional
Freelance
3 2019 - Current
- Lead cross-functional project teams and be fully responsible for project schedule, budget and profitability
- Be the single point of contact for the client on all project matters and represent all project related issues and questions in front of clients as required
- Ensure safe, compliant and successful execution of all project obligations
- Coordinate and perform administrative activities as per relevant PM processes, including developing of project budgets, track site activities, manage component deliveries, indirect purchases, manpower levels, project schedules, Invoicing, bank/payment guarantees, requisitions, documentation requirements
- Participate in process & quality improvement and business initiatives and provide feedback on lessons learned to other departments
- Assist with project execution input in support of proposal development and assist to develop executable & competitive proposals
- Gazi 9 WF 77 MW 14 * GE 4,8 - 158
- Akyel I WF 44,4 MW 12 * V136 -3,6
- Akyel II WF 11,1 MW 3 * V136 -3,6
- Güney I WF 73.6 MW 12 * GE 5,5 - 158 & 2 * GE 3,8 -130
- Akyel II Ext. WF 6,2 MW 1* V162 -6,2
- Hilal II Solar Power Plant - 6 MW
Business Development Manager
Teknokon Industry
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Prospect for potential new clients and turn this into increased business
- Meet potential clients by growing, maintaining, and leveraging network
- Identify potential clients, and decision makers within client organization
- Research and build relationships with new clients
- Plan approaches and pitches
- Work with team to develop proposals that speaks to client’s needs, concerns, and objectives
- Participate in pricing the solution/service
- Present new products and services and enhance existing relationships
- Work with technical staff and other colleagues to meet customer needs
- Attend industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provide feedback and information on market and creative trends
- Present to and consult with mid and senior level management on business trends with a view to developing new services, products, and distribution channels
- Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales
- Using knowledge of the market and competitors, identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions and differentiators
- Submit weekly progress reports and ensure data is accurate
- Forecast sales targets and ensure they are met by the team.
Project Management Consultant
Optimum Yatırım Geliştirme
12.2015 - 02.2017
- Manage projects and related specific activities within given constraints of time, budget and quality
- Ensure scope, schedule and costs are reasonable and achievable
- Allocate work among team members and provide guidance regularly
- Conduct periodic and post-project reviews to ensure project is on track
- Coordinate functional perspectives from within and outside project teams
- Integrate self into client environment to effectively lead project team building positive professional relationships with clients and associates
- Define objectives, requirements and assumptions necessary to structure management project
- Ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables
- Lead risk management within project management team.
Project Manager
Vestas Wind Systems A/S
08.2009 - 09.2012
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals, deliverables, and success criteria
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
- Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, including developers,engineers and customers
- Foster effective communication and collaboration among team members
- Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and resolve any issues that may arise during project implementation
- Ensure adherence to project plans and timelines
- Establish strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Communicate project updates, address concerns, and manage expectations effectively
- Develop and manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure optimal utilization of resources
- Provide regular budget reports to senior management
- Implement and ensure quality assurance processes to ensure project deliverables meet the highest standards
- Lead HSE actions and performance lead
- Create comprehensive project documentation, including status reports, risk assessments and post-project evaluations
- Present progress and results to stakeholders and senior management.
- Bandırma WF – 60 MW
- Belen WF – 30 MW
- Belen Extension Project – 6 MW
- Sahres WF – 93 MW
- Turguttepe WF – 24 MW
- Baki Samlı Ext. WF – 23.4 MW
- Senbuk WF – 15 MW
- Aksu WF – 72 MW
- Kapıdag WF – 34 MW
- Mersin Extension WF – 9 MW
- Sahres Extension WF – 12 MW
Planning & Scheduling Manager
Anel Group
12.2008 - 06.2009
- Develop and maintain complex project schedules in Primavera
- Support project managers and sales teams using primavera, by developing and maintaining templates, setting up the initial issue of the plan for new projects and providing guidance, expertise and encouragement when required
- Generate monthly contract 'on time delivery' metrics and prepare required reports
- New Doha International Airport Project (450.000 m2),
- Kutahya Hilton Project
- Tav Carpark Project (Mechanical & Electrical Works)
Technical Office Engineer
Zorlu Industrial Cons. Co.
06.2007 - 12.2008
- Monitoring interim payment certificate processes with package contractors.
- Measure and control monthly quantities completed on site for unit price contract.
- Preparing new unit prices, checking prices of construction materials regularly.
- Control and monitor final payment certificates of contractors.
- Coordinate and transfer documentation between contractors, consultants, and any other stakeholders involved.
- Implementation and maintenance of the document control system (both electronic and physical filing).
- Maintaining established document control and reporting standards and procedures.
- Develop document control logs with the status for each document.
- Oversee document registration, all control issues, copying, and distribution of documents.
- Status report preparation for incorporation into the monthly report, and presentation for scheduled and ad-hoc meetings.
- Coordination with the internal team and contractors on document control.
- Preparation and issuing of meeting minutes.
- Periodical project documentation backing up and issuing for storage.
- Responsible for any document compliance-related matters.
- Kojuhovo Gas Turbine Power Plant – 170 MW Moscow / RU
Planning & Scheduling Engineer
Enka Cons. Co
05.2005 - 06.2007
- Preparation of project schedule in accordance with contract
- Prepare and distribute quantity schedules and mobilization plans at different stage of the project
- Convey the agreed project plans & schedules to site team
- Carry out project delay analysis.
- Assist contract management team in preparing claims.
- Prepare daily weekly & monthly reports including impact analysis reports for the consumption of the management.
- Prepare and update work program and cash flow curves to show the actual progress and identify areas of weakness and establishes means and methods for recovery, identify any new critical activities.
- Ensure project activities and manpower utilization are in line with the plan, through regular contact with site team and by review reports issued by site, highlight any anomalies or weakness are found with respect to the plan to the management.
- Monitor critical milestones activities and proactively highlight to the management any potential risks in project execution.
- Metropolis Shopping Center and Offices, (350.000 m2) Moscow/ RU
- USA Africa Embassy Projects İstanbul/Turkey
Professional Internship
Enka Cons. Co
06.2003 - 08.2003
- USA Africa Embassy Projects Group
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Pamukkale University
09.2000 - 09.2004
Master of Science - Geotechnical Engineering
Yildiz Technical University
09.2005 - 09.2008
Skills
Computer Skills
Certification
“Certificate of Completion”, May 2005 English Time Language Schools Istanbul, TR
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Teknokon Industry
03.2017 - 02.2019
Project Management Consultant
Optimum Yatırım Geliştirme
12.2015 - 02.2017
Project Manager
Vestas Wind Systems A/S
08.2009 - 09.2012
Planning & Scheduling Manager
Anel Group
12.2008 - 06.2009
Technical Office Engineer
Zorlu Industrial Cons. Co.
06.2007 - 12.2008
Master of Science - Geotechnical Engineering
Yildiz Technical University
09.2005 - 09.2008
Planning & Scheduling Engineer
Enka Cons. Co
05.2005 - 06.2007
Professional Internship
Enka Cons. Co
06.2003 - 08.2003
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Pamukkale University
09.2000 - 09.2004
Wind Energy Professional
Freelance
3 2019 - Current