Ahmet TEKPINAR
Windsor,Canada
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager and Drilling Site Engineer with over three years of experience in overseeing large-scale operations and managing multimillion-dollar projects. Successfully led teams of 250+ workers, enhancing safety compliance by over 20% and achieving substantial reductions in operational expenses. Core competencies include project management, stakeholder engagement, and cost control, complemented by expertise in blueprint reading and heavy machinery operation. Committed to driving efficiency and innovation within drilling operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager & Drilling Site Engineer
Avesoro Holdings
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Directed daily operations for a team of over 250 employees to meet production goals and build metrics
- Applied project schedule management techniques to optimize workflows and improve team efficiency
- Delivered on safety, quality, and cost budgets while leading operational changes aligned with company values
- Managed stakeholder relationships to ensure seamless project execution
- Managed projects with a net value exceeding $5 million, optimizing resource allocation and cost efficiency
- Implemented feasibility analysis for project planning and execution
- Led bidding and contracting with suppliers, including procurement & contracts, supply chain, and vendor management
- Developed and controlled budgets for contracted projects, reducing expenses by hundreds of thousands of dollars
- Negotiated contracts to ensure cost-effective and quality project deliverables
- Designed and optimized parts and equipment to improve performance and longevity
- Operated heavy machinery as part of drilling operations
- Reduced health and safety-related work accidents by over 20% through increased supervision and additional worker training programs
Project Manager & Drilling Site Engineer
Pozitif Drilling Co.
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Supervised production zones and implemented cost-effective resource allocation strategies
- Spearheaded process improvements that enhanced build metrics by 15% and improved team productivity
- Oversaw labor management to ensure the efficient utilization of personnel and resources
- Managed projects with a net value exceeding $5 million, reducing expenses by hundreds of thousands of dollars
- Conducted feasibility analysis for drilling projects to optimize resource utilization
- Led bidding and contracting with suppliers, overseeing procurement & contracts, supply chain, and vendor management
- Created and managed budgets for contracted projects, ensuring financial efficiency and accountability
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and service providers to reduce costs and enhance service quality
- Designed and optimized parts and equipment to enhance project efficiency
- Operated heavy machinery to support drilling and site activities
- Reduced health and safety-related work accidents by over 20% through enhanced supervision and additional worker training programs
Drilling Site Engineer
Ankyra Project Stu. Eng. Co.
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of production and build schedules
- Maintained compliance with safety regulations and quality standards
- Utilized blueprint reading to enhance project accuracy and efficiency
Engineering Intern
General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Assisted in operational oversight, ensuring timely execution of daily operations
- Gained hands-on experience in inventory management and production planning
Education
Strategic Project Management Certificate -
St. Clair College
Windsor, ON03.2025
Bachelor of Geological Engineering - Hydrogeological
Hacettepe University
Turkey01.2020
Skills
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Agile & Design Thinking
- Cost Management & Budgeting
- Bidding & Contract Negotiation
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Blueprint Reading
- Component Design & Optimization
- Safety Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Operating Heavy Machinery
- Feasibility Analysis
- MS Project
- Jira
- AutoCAD (Beginner)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Financial & Project Management Software
Key Projects
Poltava Iron Mine Exploration, Ferrexpo, 2021, Project Manager, Improved team efficiency by 20% through innovative project schedule management methodologies.
Sodankyla Gold Mine Exploration, B2Gold, 2022, Project Manager, Successfully initiated and executed the project on schedule without any downtime, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction. Managed vendors & supplier contracts.
Go Ride – Windsor Rideshare App, 2024, Co-founder, Led the design and development of a cost-effective rideshare app utilizing design thinking principles and empathy interviews to identify key customer pain points and refine product-market fit.
Accomplishments
- St. Clair College – Academic Excellence Scholarship (2024)
- St. Clair College – Rise Above the Ordinary Scholarship (2024)
- St. Clair College – Academic Excellence Scholarship (2025)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Turkish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Project Manager & Drilling Site Engineer
Avesoro Holdings
02.2023 - 05.2023
Project Manager & Drilling Site Engineer
Pozitif Drilling Co.
08.2021 - 09.2022
Drilling Site Engineer
Ankyra Project Stu. Eng. Co.
06.2021 - 07.2021
Engineering Intern
General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works
06.2017 - 09.2017
Strategic Project Management Certificate -
St. Clair College
Bachelor of Geological Engineering - Hydrogeological
Hacettepe University
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