Murat Kuruoğlu

Murat Kuruoğlu is a Lecturer at the Civil Engineering Department of Istanbul Technical University (since 1998). He holds a PhD in Structural Engineering from the same university and has extensive experience in construction and project management roles. His research focuses on construction technologies, urban transformation, and site techniques.

Education:

• PhD in Structural Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1995–1999)
• Master's in Building Management (with thesis), Istanbul Technical University (1991–1995)
• Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1987–1991)

Research Interests: Construction Management, Project Management, Urban Transformation, and advanced construction methodologies.

Awards:

• 1997: Best Paper Award from CIB W-99 European Community Documentation Centre

Administrative Roles:

• Vice President of Department at Istanbul Technical University (2002–2005)
• Board Member of ITU Sports Club Protection Foundation (2009–present)
• Member of ITU Development Foundation (2007–present)
• Member of Chamber of Civil Engineers (1991–present)

He has also served as an advisor to TÜBİTAK-MARTEK Inc. and Istanbul Transportation Inc., and held roles in construction firms like Rocks Construction and Goktas Construction during his early career.