Hi, I’m
Emre Ekmekciler
Lawyer, Mediator, Architect
İstanbul
Summary
Organizing my experience and knowledge from different disciplines, making connections between them and interpreting them to find creative solutions to problems has been my main approach in my professional life.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
3
Languages
Work History
Ministry Of Justice
Mediator
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Worked on numerous cases, as an expert mediator in real estate, lease, labor, consumer and commercial (including banking and insurance) disputes.
- Built trust and rapport with disputing parties, enabling productive dialogue and effective problemsolving.
- Developed customized mediation strategies tailored to the unique needs of each case.
- Created a safe and neutral environment for parties to openly discuss their concerns, promoting constructive dialogue.
- Resolved conflicts by applying mediation techniques and fostering open communication between disputing parties.
- Prepared agreements and settlement documentation for each interested party to sign and complete.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, laws affecting mediation practice, and professional ethics standards through continual professional development activities.
Ministry Of Treasury And Finance, Debt Office
Associate
11.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Participated in over a dozen bond and sukuk issuances by the Turkish Treasury.
- Monitored the international capital markets and made regular reports.
- Made preliminary preparations for potential bond (including ESG) and sukuk issuances (kept the documents up to date, prepared/updated legal documents).
- Participated in routine meetings with international investment banks.
- Participated in the Republic of Türkiye's SEC (US Securities and Exchange Commission) registration and annual 18-K reporting processes.
- Advised on contracts/agreements related to bond and sukuk issuances.
- Advised on legal matters related to the international capital markets.
- Advised on numerous Law and Regulation amendments.
Ministry Of Culture And Tourism, General Directorate Of Cultural Heritage And Museums
Architect
09.2014 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Fulfilled Ministry representation/supervision duties in fairs and working groups (Istanbul Museums Supervision Group, Representation of the General Directorate at Heritage Istanbul Restoration, Archaeology, Museology Technologies Fair, Eskişehir - Kütahya - Afyon Phrygian Valley Destination Working Group etc.).
- Advised on numerous Law and Regulation amendments.
- Advised on numerous contracts/agreements signed with contractors.
- Served on the tender commission at the CFCU.
- Served as a member of the Compulsory Mediation Commission for Commercial Disputes at the General Directorate of Cultural Heritage and Museums.
- Involved in numerous architectural project design, project and application supervision (Ankara Etnographic Museum, Zeugma Mosaic Museum, Erzurum Archeology Museum, Cappadocia Regional Museum, Aizanoi Ruins Landscaping Project, Priene Ruins Landscaping Project etc.).
- Preserved and restored historic buildings, sites and neighborhoods, taking into account age, style and cultural significance of location.
- Mentored junior architects on best practices within the field while providing guidance on complex design issues.
- Applied creative problem-solving skills to address unique challenges in the architectural design process.
- Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
- Conducted thorough site analysis before beginning any new construction or renovation projects.
- Prepared detailed estimates of material quantities necessary for construction bids accurately using specialized software tools.
- Developed comprehensive project documentation, including site plans, elevations, sections, and details for clear communication of design intent.
- Monitored and analyzed project costs and resource allocation to mitigate overages.
- Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Determined project costs and made adjustments to keep projects within budget.
- Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies.
Mİ Architecute
Partner Architect
09.2013 - 09.2014
Job overview
- Optimized spatial layouts for increased functionality while preserving aesthetic appeal using advanced 3D modeling software tools like AutoCAD or SketchUp Pro.
- Contributed to the firm''s growth by winning competitive bids for high-profile projects through compelling presentations and design concepts.
- Managed budgets and timelines to ensure successful project completion within clients' financial constraints.
- Consistently met deadlines by prioritizing tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in designs and documentation.
Atölye Kolektif Architecute
Architect
01.2011 - 09.2011
Job overview
- Applied creative problem-solving skills to address unique challenges in the architectural design process.
- Balanced aesthetics with functionality by creating architectural designs that met both visual appeal and practicality requirements.
- Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
Tülay Atabey Onat Architecture
Architect Intern
01.2008 - 09.2008
Job overview
- Enhanced client satisfaction by preparing presentation materials and attending meetings to discuss progress updates.
- Increased team productivity by offering drafting support during peak workloads or tight deadlines.
- Supported project management tasks for timely completion of multiple projects.
- Improved design efficiency by assisting in the development of architectural plans and 3D models.
Education
Ankara ÜniversitesiAnkara
Bachelor of Science from Law
04.2001
Mimar Sinan Güzel Sanatlar Üniversitesiİstanbul
Bachelor of Arts from Architecture
04.2001
Skills
Building rapport
Mediation Techniques
Self-awareness
Impartiality
Open-mindedness
Time management abilities
Legal knowledge
Legal expertise
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Negotiation Management
Excellent Communication
Multitasking
Conflict resolution skills
Active Listening
Written Communication
Decision-Making
Building code compliance
Stress analysis
Bid Proposals
Contract Negotiation
Technical Architecture Design
Project Management
Cost Estimation
Historic Preservation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Hobbies
I have been playing guitar and singing as an amateur for a very long time. I have been involved in theater clubs throughout my education, although I did not have the opportunity to get involved after I started my career. I am able to keep my interest in theater alive thanks to the creative drama activities I do with my little daughter.
Timeline
Mediator
Ministry Of Justice
02.2023 - Current
Associate
Ministry Of Treasury And Finance, Debt Office
11.2021 - Current
Architect
Ministry Of Culture And Tourism, General Directorate Of Cultural Heritage And Museums
09.2014 - 11.2021
Partner Architect
Mİ Architecute
09.2013 - 09.2014
Architect
Atölye Kolektif Architecute
01.2011 - 09.2011
Architect Intern
Tülay Atabey Onat Architecture
01.2008 - 09.2008
Ankara Üniversitesi
Bachelor of Science from Law
04.2001
Mimar Sinan Güzel Sanatlar Üniversitesi
Bachelor of Arts from Architecture
04.2001