Highway Project Delivery from Planning to Execution
Aug 11, 2025 - Aug 15, 2025
| Istanbul, TurkiyeOverview
This training program is designed to equip transportation professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully manage highway projects from planning through execution. It covers the entire project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and closeout. Participants will explore a range of project delivery methods, such as Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC), and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), as outlined by resources like the Lean Construction Institute. The program also introduces Lean principles, such as the Last Planner System and Target Value Delivery, to enhance collaboration, reduce waste, and improve project outcomes. Through interactive workshops, case studies of successful highway projects, and practical exercises, attendees will learn to navigate challenges like environmental compliance, risk management, and stakeholder coordination, ensuring alignment with industry standards set by organizations like the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Learning Objectives
- Understand Project Delivery Methods:
- Develop Comprehensive Project Plans
- Master Risk Management
- Excel in Contract Administration
- Apply Lean Principles
Target Audience
- National /State Bridge Engineers
- Bridge Contractors
- Maintenance Engineers and Inspectors
- Private Consultants
- QC/QA Personnel
Agenda
Monday – Friday (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
View the IRF Highway Project Delivery schedule & directory.Instructor
Martijn van Gils,
Royal Oak Transport Consultancy
Mr. Van Gils is the owner and director of Royal Oak Transport Consultancy (independent engineer since 2016) and works with road agencies who are implementing Asset Management in their business model. He is a specialist in mobility, safety, contract- and project management.
He worked for an engineering company from 2006-2016 and started his career at Siemens Traffic & Transportation Systems. He obtained his Master of Science in Systems Engineering and Policy Analysis at Delft University of Technology in 1999.
He has 22 years of experience in port, rail, and road infrastructure during planning, design, construction, and maintenance phases internationally. During his career, he gained experience on both the contractor side as well as the government side. Currently, he is working as a contract manager implementing PBMC’s for Tunnels and ITS systems.
He has worked at different tunnel projects in different countries, such as Ireland, Belgium, and the Netherlands from 2009. This includes independent safety audits on design and ‘ready to operate’ certificates, investigated tunnel accidents, and prepared firefighting training, operator control room training, and maintenance training. He has also been a member of the World Road Association (Working group on tunnel safety). For the last 6 years, he is heavily invested in tunnel maintenance and large-scale renovation works.
Venue & Hotel
Holiday Inn Istanbul Old City
Vezneciler 34134 Fatih-İstanbul
Website: https://www.hiistanbuloldcity.com/





