Gözde KAVAS
Prague
Summary
A dedicated highway engineer with a passion for innovation and digital transformation in infrastructure projects. Proficient in leveraging Autodesk products, and BIM technology to optimize roadway designs and enhance project efficiency. With a proven track record of pioneering BIM initiatives in Turkey, I excel in collaborative, complex environments that demand adaptability and a commitment to excellence. Eager to further develop expertise in BIM and AI to drive cutting-edge advancements in engineering and design.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Highway Engineer
Mott MacDonald
Prague
01.2024 - Current
- Executed urban roadway developments in Irish municipalities.
- Developed 3D road models for an airport project in the UK.
- Designed 2D utility systems for several Middle East projects.
- Facilitated multi-disciplinary collaboration through utility clash detection.
- Prepared data sets for BIM environment.
- Created detailed renovation strategies to optimize parking lot traffic flow.
Geomatics Engineer - Highway Project Engineer
IDEArc LTD. ŞTİ.
Istanbul
08.2020 - 12.2023
- Collaborated on a highway BIM project and execution plan preparation phase, which is a pilot project in Turkey.
- Enhanced the BIM project's efficiency through innovative research and development processes.
- Conducted clash analyses for interdisciplinary integration.
- Assessed existing roads for rehabilitation or replacement needs.
- Researched innovative technologies that could be used in highway design or maintenance activities.
- Utilized CAD software tools to create 3D models of proposed designs.
- Created reports documenting all aspects of roadway design.
- The roads of many organized industrial zones were designed, and cubage/material tables were prepared.
- Conducted cubage work on specific high-speed train line section.
- Designed various sections including roads, trains, bridges, underpasses, and culverts in Autodesk Subassembly Composer.
Intern
1915 Çanakkale Bridge - DLSY JV
Canakkale
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Gained knowledge in maritime survey methods.
- Studied bathymetric research.
- Conducted GPS-based monitoring of structural health.
Intern
Bakırköy İDO-Kirazlı Metro Line
Istanbul
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Executed tunnel surveys.
- Studied TBM and NATM construction methods.
- Executed precise measurements to evaluate deformations in external structures.
- Utilized total station for precise placement of bored piles.
Education
Master of Science - Geomatics
Yıldız Technical University
Istanbul, Turkey12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Geomatic Engineering
Yıldız Technical University
Istanbul, Turkey07.2020
High School -
Bodrum Anatolian High School
Mugla, Turkey06.2015
Skills
- AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Subassembly Composer, Dynamo, Navisworks, Infraworks proficiency
- Roadway design
- BIM
- Multitasking
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Time management abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Python and MATLAB
- Microsoft Office tools, Power BI
- GIS applications (QGIS)
Affiliations
- Pilates and Yoga for Healthy Living
- Avid reader
- Movies and Music Enthusiast
- Self-Development Focus
Certification
- ISO Standards - P, Online, 2024
- Borusan Technology School - Toptalent Business School, Online, 2023
- English Level – Advanced - CEFR C1 - Toptalent Business School, Online, 2023
- ATAG-25 (Aktif Tektonik Araştırma Grubu Çalıştayı), Istanbul/Turkey, 2023
- Aygaz Python Bootcamp - Global AI Hub, Online, 2023
- Version Control Systems - Global AI Hub, Online, 2021
- The 5th FIG Young Surveyors Conference - Social Distancing Edition, Online, 2020
- The 6th FIG Young Surveyors European Meeting, Porto/Portugal, 2019
Languages
Turkish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Graduate Highway Engineer
Mott MacDonald
01.2024 - Current
Geomatics Engineer - Highway Project Engineer
IDEArc LTD. ŞTİ.
08.2020 - 12.2023
Intern
1915 Çanakkale Bridge - DLSY JV
07.2019 - 08.2019
Intern
Bakırköy İDO-Kirazlı Metro Line
07.2018 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Geomatics
Yıldız Technical University
Bachelor of Science - Geomatic Engineering
Yıldız Technical University
High School -
Bodrum Anatolian High School
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