Transmission Line, Senior Project Manager

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HAKAN MENDES, PEng, PMP

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Professional Summary

A highly experienced Senior Project Director with over 15 years in the management and engineering of EPC transmission line and substation projects. Adept at overseeing large-scale, complex projects in multiple regions including, Canada, Turkey, Albania, and Georgia, ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget. Proven expertise in managing diverse teams, executing engineering designs, and driving strategic project goals. Strong background in PLS CADD, PLS POLE, PLS TOWER, and AutoCAD, combined with PMP certification and a deep understanding of project risk management and stakeholder relations.

Core Competencies

Project Leadership & Execution: Expertise in EPC management, transmission line projects ensuring they meet scope, timeline, and budget requirements.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Effective in leading relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors to drive collaboration and project success.

Engineering & Technical Expertise: Deep proficiency in PLS CADD, PLS TOWER, PLS POLE, and AutoCAD for the design and modeling of transmission lines.

Risk Management & Change Control: Skilled at identifying and mitigating risks, implementing change management processes to prevent scope creep.

Team Leadership & Mentoring: Strong track record of leading multidisciplinary teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and leadership in project execution.

International Project Management: Experienced in managing multi-regional projects, navigating complex regulatory and cultural dynamics. Professional Experience

Director, Projects (EPC) Mitas Group - Mitas Energy and Metal Construction Inc. Ankara, Turkey 2019 - Present

Lead the tenders for EPC projects for high-voltage transmission line and substation projects, spanning regions such as Turkey, Albania, Georgia, Tanzania and Iraq.

Directed the 400 kV Transmission Line Albania-North Macedonia project (145 km), coordinating a joint venture (JV), overseeing relationships with clients (OST), financers

(KfW), and consultants (Fitchner).

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Directed the 110 kV Transmission Line Georgia Lot2 and Lot 5 project (40+40 km), coordinating between Mitas Energy, overseeing relationships with clients (GSE), financers

(KfW), and consultants (Fitchner).

Managed the 400 kV Bartın-Zonguldak and Zonguldak-Akcakoca transmission lines, ensuring timely completion of the design and construction phases.

Spearheaded the manufacturing of 400 kV hardware for the first time at Mitas Group, fulfilling TEIAS (Turkish Electricity Utility) standards and requirements.

Managed engineering, procurement, and manufacturing teams, ensuring adherence to project budgets, timelines, and specifications.

Drove business development, exploring new markets and growing Mitas Group’s footprint in existing ones.

Sr. Transmission Line Engineer ABB Inc. T&D

Edmonton, AB, Canada 2011 - 2018

Managed transmission line design for Suncor, CNRL, and Hydro One, contributing to projects such as the Suncor MD8 Line Extension and NSE Power Line Extension Projects.

Utilized PLS CADD and PLS POLE for modeling transmission line structures and conducting sag-tension calculations and load analysis.

Led engineering design for several transmission line projects, including 72 kV and 144 kV lines, ensuring compliance with industry codes (CSA) and Alberta Electrical Utility Code.

Performed site feasibility studies, developed engineering reports, and assisted in the tendering process for multiple high-voltage line extension projects. Lines Design Engineer / Project Manager SNC-Lavalin T&D Toronto, ON, Canada 2008 - 2011

Coordinated the design and engineering of transmission lines (up to 500 kV), worked on the projects for clients such as ALTALINK, BCTC, EPCOR, and Hydro One.

Prepared design criteria, route selection, and tower configuration for projects like the Hanna Area Program (240 kV) and 500 kV HVDC Edmonton-Calgary Line.

Worked closely with construction teams to ensure design compliance, conduct site inspections, and address site queries during the project lifecycle.

Delivered technical documentation, including project specifications, construction drawings, and as-built requirements.

Program Manager / Sr. Product Engineer Dominion Spring Inc. Toronto, ON, Canada 2001 - 2008

Managed the development of mechanical products from concept to production, overseeing design, manufacturing, and quality control.

Led projects related to wire forms, torsion bars, and springs, ensuring products met customer requirements and industry standards.

Coordinated engineering changes and product lifecycle management, improving production efficiency and cost reduction.

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Education & Certifications

PMP (Project Management Professional) – PMI Institute (Since April 2009)

B. Sc., Mechanical Engineering – Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, Turkey (1994)

Pre-MBA, Business Management – Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey (1996)

Project Management Diploma – Sheridan College, Mississauga, ON, Canada (2008)

Registered Professional Engineer – APEGA (Alberta) and PEO (Ontario) Key Skills & Software Proficiency

PLS CADD, PLS TOWER, PLS POLE, AutoCAD

MS Project, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access)

Project Risk Management, Budgeting & Cost Control

Transmission Line Design & Modeling

EPC Project Execution & Contract Management

Additional Training & Professional Development

Photovoltaic System Design & Modelling – Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Design of Transmission Lines – Wisconsin University

Project Management & Control – SNC-Lavalin University

Construction Management, Teamwork Foundations, and Strategic Planning – LinkedIn Learning

Languages

English: Fluent

Turkish: Fluent

Professional Associations

PMP, PMI Institute

Registered Professional Engineer (PEO, APEGA)

International Work Experience

Canada, Turkey, Albania, Georgia, USA

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