Ozgecan Sagiroglu
Manager
Istanbul
Summary
A versatile, analytical architect with a practical hands on approach, who has excellent communication and problem solving skills and an ability to swiftly identify the root cause of the problem and develop an effective solution. A proven ability to manage and complete projects to the highest standard, with a meticulous attention to detail and within the agreed deadlines. Curious about new design approaches in retail. I am motivated to work in an environment that fosters my personal development through the challenges in the field of retail and be a part of an organization which has a global vision. My aim is to keep developing myself on the new emerging trends in retail design and according to unique customer needs and requirements. I want to work in an international company that shares the same goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Architectural Manager
Colin's
07.2021 - Current
- Responsible for developing architectural projects for international stores related to new dormitory openings under Colins, obtaining upper management approval, and monitoring construction processes according to target opening dates. Ensures that the stores open on time with an accurate project and high-quality workmanship by coordinating necessary efforts
- Manages the maintenance and repair processes for all Colins stores.
- Oversees budget tracking.
- Develops Colin's store new concepts.
- Coordinates all construction activities related to Colins (offices, warehouses).
- Leads a team of 12 individuals.
- Develops and monitors projects related to necessary renovations in Colins stores.
- Designs new stand concepts.
- Tracks emerging technologies and materials, ensuring their implementation in Colins stores.
- Provides reports to upper management
Project and Technical Affairs Department Manager
A&Y Marka Mağazacılık
07.2019 - Current
- >Network and Divarese stores concept design development, technical expertise of retail areas, architectural projects, construction coordination and maintenance of 175 store over all Turkey
- >Provides leadership and management for the development and execution of overall design concepts and intents for all assigned projects
- >Manages execution of overall design concepts, through to Approved For Construction stage from designers, in accordance with the programme requirements
- >Controls and manage the Senior Discipline Engineers of the Project Management team in respect of Design aspects
- >Organization and implementation of technical supervision and quality control
- Drafting and control over the project schedules, coordination of materials and equipment deliveries, contractors' works onsite
- >Leading the design team with experience, commitment and design philosophy of;
- Quality of Service
- Commitment & Consistency
- Budget Sensitivity
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
- Led a team of professionals to consistently achieve or exceed performance targets.
Architectural Projects Team Leader
Defacto Retail Co.
03.2019 - 07.2019
- > Preparing reports on estimated investment costs and architectural conditions related to candidate rental areas
- > Making the main decisions for the layout design
- > Designing innovative and attractive facades for each store that reflects Defacto identity with a cost-conscious focus
- > Following up the process for preparation of architectural electrical and mechanical application projects and bill of quantity
- > Coordinating across multiple departments within the organisation
- > Developing new concept decisions of Defacto stores according to the needs of customers and employees
- Egypt, 11 stores: New Defacto Store in Tanta Mall, Haram Street, Dokki Street, Golf City Mall, Mall of Arabia, Mall of Egypt, Cairo Festival City Mall, Mansoura Downtown Mall, Sohaq Street, Hurgada City Center, Iskenderia City Center
- Iraq, 16 stores: New Defacto Store in Basra Al Lami Mall, Zayoona Mall, Necef Street, Babylon Mall, Hilla Mall, Al-Nakheel Mall, Kerbela Street, Baghdad Mall, Oasis Mall, AlKadhimiya Mall, Al-Jadida Street, Erbil Koya Street, Family Mall, Musul Street, Kut Street, Amarah Street
- Georgia, 5 stores: New Defacto Store in Glidani Mall, Kutaisi Vagzal Street, Batumi Rustavelli Street, Rbilisi Rustavelli Street, Batum Metrocity Mall
- Albania, 2 stores: New Defacto Store in Toptani Mall, Iskodra Street
- Kosovo: New Defacto Store in Prizen Street
- Bosnia, 2 stores: New Defacto Store Banja Luka Street, BBI City Center
- Moldova, 2 stores: New Defacto Store Malldova Shopping Mall, Zity Mall
- Serbia, 3 stores: New Defacto Store Mercator Mall, Capitol Park Retail Park, Novi Sad Promenada Mall
- Romania: New Defacto Store Shopping City Sibiu Mall
Architect
Atu Duty Free
03.2016 - 03.2019
- > Preparing individual and unique concept architectural design projects for each store and creating tender dossiers for various duty free tenders
- > Preparing technical drawings (as built) of architectural projects
- > Preparing the design and construction schedule, transferring the information to all departments, and ensuring successful coordination across related departments
- > Ensuring necessary reporting of a field controller during the construction
- > Monitoring the payments to service providers and contractors
- > Designing in-store furniture (wall, exhibition units, cash desk)
- Batumi: Airport International Flights Departure Store
- Izmir: Adnan Menderes International Flights Arrival Store, Domestic Flights Departure Store, International Outlet Store
- Ankara: Esenboğa Airport International Flights Arrival Store
- Medina: Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz Airport - Departure Stores - Domestic Stores
- Salalah: Airport International Outlets - Departures Store - Land Side Store
- Bodrum: Milas Airport Domestic Flights Departure Store
- Tunisia: 5 Airport Tenders and 20 Project Stores
- US: The Houston George Bush Airport Tender and Project
- Atü Head Office Project in Ataturk International Airport
Architect
Çuhadaroğlu Metal A.Ş
02.2014 - 03.2016
- Company Overview: Working for exterior cladding firm
- > Preparation of work orders for the project
- > Coordination of production-purchasing-implementation processes
- > New detail production
- Working for exterior cladding firm
Education
Bachelor's degree - Architecture
Istanbul Technical University
09.2004 - 06.2012
Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) - undefined
Istanbul Technical University
01.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor's degree - Architecture/Erasmus
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
01.2009 - 06.2009
Gazi Anatolian High School - Science-Mathematics
Gazi Anatolian High School
01.1997 - 01.2004
Skills
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Retail Design
- Adobe Photoshop
- SkechUp
- AutoCad
- Ms Office
Cost estimation
Design development
Construction administration
Architectural design
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/13/86
Publications
Memory Loss in the Impact of Architectural Consumption Society, Diyarbakır Mimarlık ve Kent Sempozyumu, 01/01/12, Article: 187-180
Timeline
Architectural Manager
Colin's
07.2021 - Current
Project and Technical Affairs Department Manager
A&Y Marka Mağazacılık
07.2019 - Current
Architectural Projects Team Leader
Defacto Retail Co.
03.2019 - 07.2019
Architect
Atu Duty Free
03.2016 - 03.2019
Architect
Çuhadaroğlu Metal A.Ş
02.2014 - 03.2016
Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) - undefined
Istanbul Technical University
01.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor's degree - Architecture/Erasmus
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
01.2009 - 06.2009
Bachelor's degree - Architecture
Istanbul Technical University
09.2004 - 06.2012
Gazi Anatolian High School - Science-Mathematics
Gazi Anatolian High School
01.1997 - 01.2004