simay aydemir
@simayaydemir
Project coordination at CGT Construction, tracking construction costs and projects while improving reporting accuracy by 30%.
TurkeyWhat I'm looking for
At CGT Construction LLC, I’m responsible for business operations and daily tracking across concurrent construction projects. I reconcile costs against purchase orders and vendor invoices, coordinate documentation, and prepare management reports; process improvements increased reporting accuracy by 30% and operational efficiency by 20%.
My background combines an MSc in Management from The University of Edinburgh with a BSc in Information Systems and Technology. I’ve also contributed to Agile software delivery at Orelsis Ltd. and co-developed PlanTech, a smart agriculture application that ranked in the top 19 of the TEB Open Innovation Competition.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Operations Manager
CGT Construction LLC
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Sole responsibility for business operations and office management, tracking multiple concurrent construction projects daily. Introduced workflow improvements that increased reporting accuracy by 30% and operational efficiency by 20%.
Represented 48 international students from 18 nationalities, acting as the main link between the cohort and faculty on academic and operational matters. Gathered and structured student feedback, raised issues with staff, and followed up on agreed actions.
Operations Assistant
Pastek Ltd.
Jan 2023 - Sep 2023 (8 months)
Supported day-to-day operations across international branches, coordinating with stakeholders in different locations. Tracked operational activities and analysed performance data, contributing to a 15% increase in operational efficiency.
Software Developer Intern
Orelsis Ltd.
May 2022 - Sep 2022 (4 months)
Developed a Flutter-based mobile application as part of an Agile, cross-functional team, contributing to delivery of the project from development through to completion.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The University of Edinburgh
MSc, Management
Grade: 2:1
Activities and societies: Dean’s Excellence Scholarship; Edinburgh Global Employability Award.
MSc in Management with a 2:1 classification. Dissertation on customer satisfaction and loyalty through responsible AI in banking.
Yeditepe University
BSc, Information Systems and Technology
Grade: 3.43/4.00
Activities and societies: Partial scholarship awarded for the full degree based on national university entrance exam ranking.
BSc in Information Systems and Technology with a GPA of 3.43/4.00, High Honours. Specialised in software development and IT management.
Project Management Institute (PMI)
PMP Candidate, Project Management
Project Management Professional (PMP)® Candidate certification.
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