Hi, I’m Mahmut Kaplan, a results-driven mechanical works manager with extensive experience coordinating all phases of mechanical installations from design to field execution in both office and field environments. My expertise spans fire protection, HVAC, piping, wastewater, water systems, RO, and air conditioning, and I excel at leading cross-functional teams to deliver on-time, safe, and high-quality project outcomes. I am a proactive leader who translates knowledge and hands-on experience into practical solutions and lasting value for the business. I am seeking a leadership role that offers opportunities to work both on site and in the office, and I am eager to contribute to your company's success by leveraging broad technical know-how, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative approach.

Mahmut Kaplan

Hi, I’m Mahmut Kaplan, a results-driven mechanical works manager with extensive experience coordinating all phases of mechanical installations from design to field execution in both office and field environments. My expertise spans fire protection, HVAC, piping, wastewater, water systems, RO, and air conditioning, and I excel at leading cross-functional teams to deliver on-time, safe, and high-quality project outcomes. I am a proactive leader who translates knowledge and hands-on experience into practical solutions and lasting value for the business. I am seeking a leadership role that offers opportunities to work both on site and in the office, and I am eager to contribute to your company's success by leveraging broad technical know-how, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative approach.

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Hi, I’m Mahmut Kaplan, a results-driven mechanical works manager with extensive experience coordinating all phases of mechanical installations from design to field execution in both office and field environments. My expertise spans fire protection, HVAC, piping, wastewater, water systems, RO, and air conditioning, and I excel at leading cross-functional teams to deliver on-time, safe, and high-quality project outcomes.

I am a proactive leader who translates knowledge and hands-on experience into practical solutions and lasting value for the business. I am seeking a leadership role that offers opportunities to work both on site and in the office, and I am eager to contribute to your company’s success by leveraging broad technical know-how, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative approach.

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English
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German
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Work Experience

General Manager at Mesatek Danışmanlık EnerjiProjeVeMühendislik
February 1, 2024 - Present
General Manager responsible for organizing and coordinating all work from A to Z, mobilizing business processes from purchasing to organization, building a team, preparing financial costs, determining subcontractors, planning the work schedule, purchasing materials and their delivery to the field, arranging financial flows, testing and commissioning.
General Manager at İmeksan İzmir Menfez KlimaSanayi VeTicaret A.Ş.
June 1, 2021 - Present
General Manager overseeing operations in the Building Sector; regional coordination, team formation, subcontractor management, scheduling, procurement and delivery, and financial flow planning.
Regions Coordination Manager at Gözütok Mühendislik
June 1, 2020 - Present
Regions-wide coordination in Building Sector engineering; multi-site project oversight and cross-functional coordination.
Building Site Manager at Mitsubishi Electric
February 1, 2019 - September 1, 2019
Site management for building automation projects; mechanical group leadership; coordination with architecture, electrical and other departments; overseeing testing, commissioning and startup activities.
Mechanical Group Manager at Renaissance Construction
May 1, 2011 - September 1, 2018
Led mechanical works for major projects, including government and presidential facilities; duties included project management, estimating, budgeting, scheduling, safety, quality control, engineering support and client relations.
Site Chief at İzmir Optimum Outlet Shopping Center
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Oversaw mechanical works for an 180,000 m² shopping center; coordinated fire, HVAC, water systems, building automation, budgeting, procurement and commissioning.
Owner / Mechanical Subcontractor at No Name (Self-Employed)
May 1, 2010 - February 1, 2011
Mechanical subcontracting firm focusing on natural gas installations, fire projects, wastewater systems and boiler room modifications.
Senior Mechanical Engineer at Vemeks Mühendislik
June 1, 2007 - April 1, 2010
HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, and related mechanical works; shop drawings, BOQ, budget estimates, procurement planning, testing and commissioning, HSE/QC reporting; coordination across projects in Baku and Antalya.
Building Automation Site Manager; Mechanical Group Manager at Mitsubishi Electric
February 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019
Led site-level mechanical and building automation activities; supervised the mechanical group; coordinated with other departments; ensured installation, testing and commissioning.
Mechanical Group Manager at Renissance Construction
May 1, 2011 - September 30, 2018
Coordinated all mechanical works for major building projects; oversaw EPC/contracting, HSE/QC, and project execution.
Executive Mechanical Project Manager at Renissance Construction
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Led Elazığ Integrated Health Campus Project (347,017 m²); project management, estimating, budgeting, scheduling, safety and quality control, engineering support and client relations.
Executive Project Manager at Renissance Construction
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Managed Ankara Kale Complex (600,000 m²) project; overseeing mechanical aspects and coordination.
Site Manager at Renissance Construction
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Site management for Ankara Republic Presidency Complex (480,000 m²); mechanical works coordination.
Mechanical Group Chief at Renissance Construction
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Kahramanmaraş Piazza Shopping Center 90,000 m²; all mechanical works (fire, water, ventilation, etc.); EPC, contract and subcontracting processes, HSE, QC & QA, etc.
Site Chief at Renissance Construction
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Izmir Optimum Outlet Shopping Center 180,000 m²; fire, HVAC, heating, cooling, water systems, coordination with architects and electrical teams; budget estimation, quantities, mechanical equipment purchasing, BoQ, test and commissioning, building automation and control systems, startup.
Owner / Mechanical Subcontractor at No Name
May 1, 2010 - February 28, 2011
Mechanical subcontractor activities including natural gas installation, fire project and installation, wastewater installation, boiler room modification.
Mechanical Site Engineer at Vemeks Mühendislik
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
BYVK Project; Presidential Winter Palace 35,000 m²; site coordination, work program, budget estimates, progress payments; drawings, attachments, progress tracking, etc.
Mechanical Project Engineer at Vemeks Mühendislik
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Antalya project; HVAC system design, mechanical drawings and related design tasks.
Executive Project Manager at Renaissance Construction – Elazığ Integrated Health Campus Project
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Project management, estimating, budget preparation and cost control, scheduling and production tracking, safety management, quality control, engineering/design support, business development and client relations.
Executive Project Manager at Ankara Kale Complex
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Project management with a 600,000 m² scope, including budgeting, scheduling and coordination across multiple disciplines.
Site Manager at Ankara Republic Presidency Complex
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Site management for a 480,000 m² complex; coordination of mechanical works, interfaces with architect and electrical teams, budgeting and procurement oversight.
Mechanical Group Chief at Kahramanmaraş Piazza Shopping Center
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Mechanical works coordination for a 90,000 m² center; fire, water, HVAC and related systems integration, EPC, subcontracting, safety and QC.
Mechanical Site Chief at BYVK Project (Presidential Winter Palace)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Mechanical site coordination for prestigious projects including the Presidential Winter Palace (Antalya and Baku projects).
Mechanical Project Engineer at Antalya
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
HVAC system design, mechanical drawings, and project coordination.
Owner at No Name
May 1, 2010 - February 1, 2011
Mechanical subcontractor focusing on heating, air conditioning, natural gas installations, fire projects and wastewater installations.

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Akdeniz University, Faculty of Engineering and Design
September 1, 2002 - June 1, 2007
Bachelor of General Mechanical Engineering at Akdeniz University Faculty of Engineering and Design
September 1, 2002 - June 30, 2007
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Akdeniz University, Faculty of Engineering and Design
September 1, 2002 - June 1, 2007

Qualifications

HSE Safety Certificate
March 1, 2016 - February 5, 2026
Safety Leadership Workshop Training for Managers & Supervisors
August 1, 2015 - February 5, 2026
LEED Green Associate
August 1, 2014 - February 5, 2026
Green Building Principles Course
August 1, 2014 - February 5, 2026
Energy Manager Certification
December 1, 2010 - February 5, 2026
Natural Gas Installation – Drawing and Calculations
November 1, 2010 - February 5, 2026
Fire Installation Authority Certificate
October 1, 2010 - February 5, 2026
Building Energy Manager – Natural Gas Installation
December 1, 2010 - February 5, 2026
Claim Management
April 1, 2017 - February 5, 2026
HSE
December 1, 2014 - February 5, 2026
HSE Safety Certificate
March 1, 2016 - February 5, 2026
Safety Leadership Workshop (Rönesans Holding) – Certificate of Participation
August 1, 2015 - February 5, 2026
LEED Green Associate – Green Building Principles
August 1, 2014 - February 5, 2026
Enerji Yöneticisi Sertifikası
November 1, 2010 - February 5, 2026
Drawing and Calculations Natural Gas Project Certificate of Authority
October 1, 2010 - February 5, 2026
Building Energy Manager – Chamber of Mechanical Engineers
November 1, 2010 - February 5, 2026
IOSH HSE Safety Certificate
March 1, 2016 - February 13, 2026
Safety Leadership Workshop - Rönesans Holding
August 1, 2015 - February 13, 2026
LEED Green Associate - Green Building Principles
August 1, 2014 - February 13, 2026
Enerji Yöneticisi Sertifikası
December 1, 2010 - February 13, 2026
Drawing and Calculations Natural Gas Project - Certificate of Authority for Fire Installation
October 1, 2010 - February 13, 2026
Claim Management - FIDIC and General
April 1, 2017 - February 13, 2026
Occupational Health and Safety Events Certificate
January 1, 2017 - February 13, 2026
Anar HSEsolutions - HSE
December 1, 2014 - February 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Government, Media & Entertainment