Umut Özgörkey

Trained at Istanbul Technical University, specialized in seismic retrofitting for mid-rise concrete structures in the Marmara region. Holds a TÜRSAD-certified structural assessment license and has led field inspections for 14 heritage building projects across Ankara and Izmir. Managed a team of four engineers during the 2023 post-earthquake vulnerability audits. Writes to demystify load-bearing calculations for contractors who rely on outdated Turkish standards. Focuses on the gap between academic theory and on-site material substitutions common in provincial builds.