Pınar KARTAL,MSc,PMP®

Project Control Manager

Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain

About

I am an engineering professional with 15+ years of project management and cost control experience in the civil engineering/construction sector. Recognised for demonstrating a natural aptitude for ensuring compliance with budgets and timelines throughout all phases of the project lifecycle, as well as for maintaining transparent communication with project stakeholders and developing detailed project plans. Professional focal points include technical office management, risk management, project planning, reporting & documentation, cost monitoring, cost control, team leadership, and civil engineering. Delivering superior administration on the latter areas of expertise requires utilisation of effective communication skills, analytical skills, as well as professional acumen, issue resolution, budget management, and resource management to support efficiency and quality. Currently, I am a Technical Office Manager with Synergy Construction Hungary KFT. Under my leadership, I direct three planning and cost engineers to strengthen cost controls and mitigate budget variances for high-value projects. I also convey project progress to stakeholders in a clear manner to foster collaboration. In addition, I hold a Master of Science in Engineering Management, and I am a Project Management Professional (PMP). Colleagues describe me as a progressive, driven, down-to-earth, engineering and project management expert who can be relied on to offer superior solutions that deliver high-quality results on time and under budget. I am pursuing new opportunities and can be reached through this profile, or by phone at +90 530 928 1663 / +36 20 349 8229

Experience

  • SYNERGY CONSTRUCT SRL (On-site)
    • Project Control Manager
      Nov 2025 - Present · 8 mos

      EU3-Toro Project

    • Project Control Manager
      Feb 2024 - Nov 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

      • Coordinate and direct all aspects of technical office operations for the Xanga Logistic Build Warehouse Project valued at €12,495,420 and the Polgar Precast Facility Building Project valued at €24,872,835 to support seamless project execution. • Provide dynamic, high-quality leadership to a three-person planning and cost engineering team while reporting to the Project Manager, directly contributing to effective collaboration and transparent communication. • Maintain meticulous attention to detail while assisting with purchasing and managing the planning system, cost control, and cash flow development to ensure optimal resource utilisation and availability throughout the project lifecycle. • Prepare and present routine status updates to project stakeholders, such as the Project Control Supervisor and senior leadership, to support informed decision-making and planning. • Adapt to quickly changing priorities and execute sound decisions in complex and ambiguous environments.

  • Project Controls Lead at Limak Group of Companies
    Aug 2020 - Aug 2023 · 3 yrs 1 mo

    • Orchestrated and managed technical office operations for the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey Project aimed at developing the tallest building in Europe measuring 360 meters with antenna towers, consisting of 69 floors, spanning a total area of 15,960 square meters, and exceeding 3.684B TL in value. • Built a cohesive and collaborative work environment while overseeing a team of five planning and cost engineers. • Owned full accountability for overseeing cost control and cash flow development inclusive of preparing quarterly budget reports, analysing costs (labour, machinery, materials, indirect expenses, etc.), rationalising project cost codes, and developing a cost coding structure to support project execution in line with budgetary objectives. • Supported the Project Control Supervisor with performance and progress reporting; utilized P6 for planning and reporting, while our reports were on PowerPoint and Excel. • Produced detailed forecasts and analytical insights, such as performing actual vs. budget analysis as well as preparing S-curve/manpower histograms and forward-looking schedules on a weekly and monthly basis. • Assessed and monitored performance to ensure optimal efficiency; prepared detailed performance reports. • Handled project administration tasks, such as preparing client progress payment reports.

  • Planning Reporting Manager at MORE CONTRACT TASARIM VE INŞAAT A.Ş.
    Mar 2020 - Aug 2020 · 6 mos

    • Headed planning and reporting to support the Peninsula Istanbul Hotel Project worth €9,344,777 and with a budget of €3M aimed at restoring, renovating, and developing infrastructure and F/O works for three existing and one new building. • Charted the successful creation of a two-phase project plan consisting of an S&C phase and F/O works phase, including millwork and finishing work for guestrooms and corridors; utilised Primavera to develop the level IV project plan. • Played a key role in driving seamless project execution by proactively identifying and addressing obstacles, risks, and issues by implementing corrective actions, which included resolving communication issues between central management and the construction site, ensuring a smooth flow of information; additionally, identified significant errors and ensured that our cost reports were generated with accurate information. • Prevented variances from project schedule, performance, and budget expectations through reporting and on-site monitoring, including evaluating the performance of on-site staff to strengthen productivity.

  • Planning and Cost Control Lead at Rönesans Endüstri Tesisleri
    Oct 2015 - Sep 2018 · 3 yrs

    • Developed comprehensive plans and managed cost control for engineering, procurement, and construction of the turn-key gas to gasoline (GTG) plant with a total project value of US$1,473,200,000; handled onshore and offshore responsibilities. • Fostered collaboration and drove operational excellence by effectively leading a team of three planning and cost engineers, two quantity surveyors, and two technicians while reporting directly to the Project Manager. • Aligned objectives and bridged communications with leadership to conduct commissioning and performance testing; empowered team members to excel in their roles through proactive leadership, resulting in commendable performance and recognition through bonuses and promotions. • Provided guidance and mentorship to junior colleagues, fostering their professional growth and development, in the capacity of a senior participant in the company's mentorship program. • Strengthened visibility into project financials by overseeing the cost control system and cash flow development, including rationalising project cost codes and developing the cost coding structure. • Enabled data-driven decision-making regarding the projects by preparing S-curve and manpower histograms and look-ahead reports, successfully leveraging data to uncover opportunities and mitigate risks.

  • Lead Planning Engineer at Yapı Merkezi
    Aug 2013 - Aug 2015 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    • Served as the Lead Planning Engineer for the €256,845,152 Sidi Bel Abbes Tramway Project with a scope of 17.8 km, 26 stations, three railway and highway infrastructures, and one administration and maintenance depot area. • Utilised Tilos Planner to develop and monitor detailed project schedules, including implementing corrective actions to address issues and ensure on-time delivery. • Responded to ad-hoc needs and requests while assisting the Claims Supervisor with managing claims for the extension of time submission requests; collaborated effectively with the team; conducted comprehensive planning to identify delays and additional work caused by employers and external factors, generating reports and working on the sub-files of claim documents. • Liaised with cross-functional leadership and teams to determine and address reporting needs, developing S-curve and manpower histograms, look-ahead reports, progress reports, catch-up schedules, material procurement schedules, and other daily, weekly, and monthly reports as needed.