Key skills and expertise

With 35 years of experience in civil and geotechnical engineering, the expert excels in project management, quality assurance, and geotechnical design. Career highlights include leading geotechnical teams for major infrastructure projects, such as the Thessaloniki Submerged Tunnel and the Attiki Odos motorway. Responsibilities have encompassed overseeing construction programs, reviewing designs, and implementing QA/QC processes. Worked across diverse projects involving local and international initiatives, the expert has managed geotechnical investigations and designs, achieving successful outcomes in complex engineering environments.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience in international cooperation, the expert has collaborated with donors like the European Delegation through the PHARE project, offering short-term geotechnical expertise for the construction of a new electrified railway line in Bulgaria. This role focused on infrastructure development, encompassing project implementation and technical assistance. Additionally, the expert participated in a technical and economic feasibility study for a railway connection between Armenia and Iran under TRADEmco, contributing to regional infrastructure development across Armenia, Georgia, and Iran.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in sectors such as civil engineering, environment and climate, roads and bridges, and laboratory and measurement, the expert has held roles involving project management, quality assurance, and geotechnical design. This work has spanned both local and international projects, with a focus on infrastructure development. The expert's geographic experience includes extensive work in Greece, as well as involvement in international projects in Romania, Bulgaria, Armenia, Georgia, and Iran, contributing to regional infrastructure development. This geographic scope has provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in large-scale engineering projects.

Languages and education

With a strong educational background, the expert holds a BSc in Civil Engineering from Patras University, Greece, and an MSc in Foundation Engineering from the University of Birmingham, UK. Language competences include full professional proficiency in both English and Greek, utilized effectively in international projects and multilingual teams. Additionally, the expert possesses a strong command of French, enabling effective communication in diverse professional settings. These language skills have been instrumental in facilitating collaboration and ensuring successful project outcomes across various geographic locations.