Ercüment Başbuğ
About Ercüment Başbuğ
Ercüment Başbuğ is a Senior Civil Engineer and Design/Project Manager at Arup, with over 16 years of experience in international rail projects.
Current Role at Arup
Ercüment Başbuğ currently holds the position of Senior Civil Engineer, Design / Project Manager at Arup. Joining the prestigious company in 2012, he functions out of the London office. His role encompasses significant responsibilities, including managing multidisciplinary teams and creating project execution plans for large-scale rail projects. He specifically serves as an interface manager for the HS2 Phase 1 High Speed Rail Detailed Design project.
Previous Roles and Professional Experience
Ercüment Başbuğ has accumulated extensive experience in the civil engineering field through various roles over the years. Prior to Arup, he worked at Tekfen as a Project Engineer from 2006 to 2011 in Istanbul. His career also includes a 7-month stint as an Acoustical Engineer with Rockwool International A/S in Denmark in 2006. Additionally, he interned at VELUX A/S for 2 months in 2002 and at Tekfen for 3 months in 2001.
Educational Background
Ercüment Başbuğ has an impressive educational background combining multiple degrees in civil engineering and acoustics. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Boğaziçi University (2006-2011), a Master's degree in Engineering Acoustics from the Technical University of Denmark (2005-2006), and another Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering from Boğaziçi University (2003-2005). His academic journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Istanbul Technical University (1999-2003) and was preceded by a high school degree from Nişantaşı Anadolu Lisesi (1992-1999). He further augmented his expertise with an Executive Masters Module in Smart Cities from Imperial College London in 2015.
Experience in International Rail Projects
Ercüment Başbuğ has more than 16 years of experience working on international rail projects, including high-speed rail, metro, LRT, and rail rehabilitation. His work has taken him to various cities such as Copenhagen, Istanbul, Manchester, Birmingham, and London. His extensive background in rail projects makes him a valuable asset in any multidisciplinary team, particularly in large-scale projects. His contributions include specialized management roles and interface management for complex rail systems.
Professional Journey Across Multiple Cities
Throughout his career, Ercüment Başbuğ has had the opportunity to live and work in several international cities. Beginning in Istanbul, he later worked in Copenhagen, Manchester, Birmingham, and currently, London. This diverse geographical experience has enriched his skill set and provided him with a broadened perspective on civil engineering practices across different countries and cultures.