GAMZE TANFENER

Projects: Papa Air Base (Hungary)

Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base (Romania).

• Leading BIM-based coordination and design integration for defense and airbase projects, ensuring all technical documentation and models meet project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Managing multidisciplinary teams, overseeing the preparation and review of material submittals, method statements, and construction documents for Design-Bid-Build projects.
• Serving as the Design Quality Control Manager, reviewing and validating all design documentation for compliance with project scope, technical standards, and local regulations.
• Coordinating with international stakeholders, and ensuring timely project delivery through effective communication and task management.
• Facilitated clear communication between internal departments, ensuring all parties remained aligned on goals throughout the duration of each project.
• Adapted project plans in response to changing requirements, minimizing disruptions to project timelines.

Key Projects: Çorum Gunpowder Factory,

Chief of Mission Residence (Iceland),

U.S. Embassy (Istanbul),

NATO airbases (Lithuania)

• Managed and mentored a team of nine, overseeing BIM-based coordination across process engineering, MEP, and structural disciplines for high-risk industrial and diplomatic projects.
• Implemented advanced BIM workflows for clash detection, interdisciplinary integration, and technical specification development, ensuring LOD 300/350 deliverables.
• Led stakeholder coordination meetings with ATEX consultants, process engineers, and safety teams, ensuring all design phases met stringent safety and operational standards.
• Developed and executed BIM Implementation Plans, managed project schedules, and organized subgroups for infrastructure, mechanical, and electrical teams.
• Delivered fully integrated design packages in compliance with OBO and NATO standards, achieving on-time and in-scope project completion.
• Optimized internal processes by establishing clear guidelines for file organization, version control, and asset management.
• Built strong relationships with stakeholders through active listening, collaboration, and clear communication of design objectives.
• Provided cost-effective technical solutions.
• Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.
• Oversaw mentorship and development of junior designers, enhancing team skills and performance.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure design specifications were aligned with production capabilities.

Key Project: U.S. Embassy Compound (Ankara)

• Led a multidisciplinary BIM and field coordination team of 10, including internal BIM staff and site-based superintendents, for the construction of high-security embassy facilities.
• Oversaw model management, clash detection, and integration of subcontractor models, ensuring all deliverables aligned with OBO Design Standards, and construction schedules.
• Maintained hands-on involvement in model management, shop drawing production, and construction data accuracy, contributing to the successful delivery of a complex, mission-critical facility.
• Facilitated daily and weekly reporting to OBO, ensuring transparent communication, and timely resolution of coordination challenges.
• Identified potential risks and provided proactive solutions through thorough clash detection analysis.
• Established and conducted quality control programs to verify construction projects met required quality standards.
• Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
• Created innovative solutions to architectural problems, enabling successful project completion.
• Integrated architectural and engineering drawings to create cohesive packages.

Key Project: U.S. Embassy Compound Security Upgrade (Dhaka)

• Led the architectural and BIM coordination for comprehensive security upgrades at the U.S. Embassy compound, ensuring strict compliance with OBO Design Standards and U.S. Government requirements.
• Managed the planning and execution phases, including site coordination, construction documentation, and team support, to deliver both interior and exterior enhancements.
• Coordinated above-ceiling MEP installations in the Revit model prior to execution, minimizing site issues, and ensuring accuracy.
• Delivered high-quality shop drawings, issued-for-construction (IFC) packages for site teams, and prepared material submittals that met the rigorous OBO approval process.
• Demonstrated a strong command of both design intent and construction realities, ensuring a secure and efficient project delivery.
• Facilitated communication between multidisciplinary teams, resolved technical challenges, and supported the project through all phases to a successful completion.
• Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
• Ensured timely delivery of critical deliverables by closely monitoring progress against milestones and adjusting plans as necessary.
• Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
• Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.

Key Project: Konya City Hospital (412,000 sq. m.)

• Led the coordination of a six-person architectural design team, collaborating with engineering disciplines to ensure alignment with project specifications and healthcare standards.
• Fostered a collaborative, multidisciplinary working environment, resulting in integrated, compliant, and high-quality design solutions for large-scale healthcare projects.
• Oversaw the preparation of technical documentation, shop drawings, and regulatory submissions, ensuring timely project delivery.
• Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
• Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
• Mentored junior architects on best practices within the field while providing guidance on complex design issues.
• Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.

Key Project: Bursa City Hospital (465,000 sq. m.)

• Coordinated the architectural design team and engineering disciplines to deliver compliant, high-quality design solutions for a major hospital project.
• Ensured all technical documentation and design deliverables met regulatory standards and project requirements.
• Collaborated with clients to develop customized architectural solutions, meeting their unique needs and preferences.
• Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
• Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
• Developed comprehensive project documentation, including site plans, elevations, sections, and details for clear communication of design intent.

Key Projects: Ashgabat International Airport, Olympic Village, Luxury Residences.

• I served as the Principal Architect for technical buildings at Ashgabat International Airport, leading the process from concept design through to handover.
• Oversaw coordination and decision-making across engineering teams, aviation consultants, simulator manufacturers, and construction teams.
• Integrated specialized systems into architectural and technical design, ensuring compliance with international standards, and smooth collaboration among all disciplines.
• Led the design team for the Olympic Village and high-end residential projects, producing IFC drawings, and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Created detailed plans for construction projects within equipment specifications and budgeting.
• Produced detailed drawings and specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects.
• Refined conceptual designs into detailed plans by adding floor plans, elevations and section drawings.
• Filed construction permits to receive approval from local municipalities.
• Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and increasing overall team efficiency.
• Developed comprehensive project plans that clearly outlined objectives, timelines, budgets, risks, and success metrics for all stakeholders.
• Developed comprehensive project documentation, ensuring clarity and accessibility for all team members.

Key Projects: Konya Bar Association Building, Rixos Hotel (Iraq).

• Produced coordinated BIM models, shop drawings, and 3D visualizations for complex architectural projects.
• Managed clash detection and model accuracy, supporting project teams with detailed quantity take-offs, and visual presentations.
• Contributed to conceptual and interior design, developing comprehensive 2D and 3D deliverables for client approvals.
• Produced detailed drawings and specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects.
• Created detailed plans for construction projects within equipment specifications and budgeting.
• Refined conceptual designs into detailed plans by adding floor plans, elevations and section drawings.
• Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.

Key Projects: Incirlik Air Base Community Center, Kaia-Namsa Office (Afghanistan).

• Led the integration of architectural, structural, and MEP models within a unified BIM environment, facilitating clash detection and constructability reviews.
• Refined BIM models to meet project-specific standards and LOD requirements, supporting the generation of coordinated shop drawings, and data-rich deliverables.
• Organized and delivered BIM training sessions to transition design teams into BIM-based workflows, building technical skills and collaboration.
• Contributed to successful project completion through diligent tracking of revisions and change orders within the BIM environment.
• Showcased design intent through accurate rendering techniques while maintaining consistency in visual language across all aspects of a project''s documentation using BIM tools.
• Ensured accuracy in construction documentation by maintaining up-to-date BIM models throughout the project lifecycle.
• Produced detailed drawings and specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects.