Management

Our experts are the real strength of IGH
All members of IGH's management are also first-rate experts in their respective areas and recognizable on the national and international markets for their personal references
Supervisory Board
Management Board
Directors
Žarko Dešković
Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Born on July 5th 1955. in Split. After completing high school education, he enrolled in and successfully graduated from the Faculty of Civil Engineering, obtaining the title of Bachelor of Civil Engineering. He obtained his Master's degree in 1982. in Padua, Italy, at the University of Maritime and Geotechnical Engineering. He began his professional career at the Institute of Civil Engineering of Croatia (IGH) on February 1st 1979, where he had an impressive career until retirement on April 10th 2016.

Throughout his long career, Žarko Dešković distinguished himself as one of the key managers at IGH. From 1993. to 2016. he served as the Director of the Regional Center Split. In addition to this position, from July 1st 2004. to Dec 31st 2007., he was the Deputy Director of the Institute IGH, d.d., and later on, until Dec 31st 2012 he also served as the Assistant Director of IGH.

He was responsible for many successful projects and strategic decisions within the company. He was elected as a member of the Supervisory Board from 1995. to 1999. When Željko retired in April 2016. he remained professionally active as an advisor to the Management until Dec 2016., when he was elected as the President of the Supervisory Board of IGH. The Assembly of the Institute IGH, d.d. confirmed his election in 2020. and 2023. when he was re-elected as the President of the Supervisory Board.
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Mariyan Tkach
Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Mariyan Tkach is a seasoned entrepreneur and angel investor with a diverse background in business development and management. He is a Swiss national born on May 8th 1991. He completed his education at Webster University in Geneva, where he developed a strong foundation in business and entrepreneurship. Since then, Mariyan as actively participated in numerous startups and business ventures, honing his skills and driving growth.

Currently, Mariyan holds leadership roles across various sectors, serving as the director of Avenue Mehanizacija d.o.o. and Kio Kotišina d.o.o. in Croatia, Avenue International Management SA in Switzerland, and Prime Avenue EOOD in Bulgaria. His expertise extends to corporate governance, where he has been the Deputy Chairman of the Institut IGH, d.d. Supervisory Board since 2020, re-elected in 2023, contributing to strategic oversight and decision-making.

Mariyan's career reflects a commitment to innovation, growth, and strategic leadership, with a proven track record of successful business development and investment across multiple industries.
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Sergej S. Gladeljkin
Member of the Supervisory Board
Sergej S. Gljadelkin is an accomplished international businessman with over a decade of expertise in business intelligence, investment, and management across multiple industries. After obtaining his high diploma at the College du Léman in Versoix, Switzerland he went on to obtain a bachelor's degree in finance and bachelor's degree in business administration in Geneva.

He has achieved significant success in the construction and civil engineering sector, where he has established a strong reputation for business development and management. In addition to his accomplishments in traditional construction, he is a forward-thinking investor, actively involved in renewable energy and green solutions, striving to bring sustainable practices to the industry.

Sergej is currently serving as the managing director of Real Novation SA in Belgium, Avenue Osteuropa GmbH in Austria, and Avenue Group Ltd in Hong Kong, where he oversees corporate development, business expansion and strategic leadership.

In 2013. he joined the Supervisory Board of IGH and has been actively contributing in with a proven track record in leading IGH toward ustainable success, market leadership, and international expansion, consistently demonstrating his commitment and expertise.
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Igor Tkach
Member of the Supervisory Board
Igor Tkach is a seasoned business executive with a distinguished career in construction and corporate governance. Born on June 11th, 1979, in Tarashcha, Russia, he pursued higher education at the prestigious Académie russe de l'économie nationale, where he earned his degree in 2004. Following his graduation, Igor established himself in the urban construction sector, where he excelled in administrative and managerial roles, driving significant growth and operational success.

His expertise and long-standing contributions to the industry were recognized with his nomination and election as Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors at CJSC. In this leadership position, Igor demonstrated exceptional strategic vision and a keen understanding of market dynamics, further solidifying his reputation as a top-tier business leader.

In 2014, Igor expanded his influence by joining the Board of Directors and the Supervisory Board at Institut IGH. His role in these esteemed boards has allowed him to provide strategic oversight, guide organizational growth, and contribute to high-level decision-making. With a track record of success across multiple facets of business and construction, Igor Tkach is a recognized leader in the industry, known for his strategic acumen and dedication to sustainable development.
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Marin Božić
Member of the Supervisory Board
Marin Božić is a seasoned expert in project supervision and a specialist in managing complex projects under the FIDIC contract model. He graduated with a degree in civil engineering in 2007. from the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the University of Split. Immediately following his graduation, Marin began his professional career at the IGH Regional Center Split, where he took on the role of professional supervisor. In this capacity, he was responsible for overseeing various construction projects, ensuring they adhered to technical specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. His attention to detail and ability to navigate complex challenges have made him a valuable asset in the field.

Marin has been a member of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers (HKIG) since 2011. which reflects his commitment to professional development and adherence to industry standards. In 2021. he further expanded his professional involvement by joining the Supervisory Board of IGH.

Throughout his career, Marin Božić has demonstrated a strong dedication to excellence in civil engineering and project management, earning a reputation for reliability and professionalism in every project he undertakes.
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Robert Petrosian
President of the Management Board
Robert Petrosian is Chairman of the Board of Institut IGH d.d. , the European leading infrastructure company delivering professional services across the project lifecycle – from planning, design and engineering to consulting and construction management.

Prior to joining Institut IGH, d.d. in 2013, Mr. Petrosian served as CEO, Deputy CEO, Chief Design Engineer, Project Manager, Technical office Engineer, Site engineer in international companies in different countries. From 2016 served as Director of IGH Branch in Russia and on the same position in Georgian Branch from 2017.

It is worthy to say that Mr. Petrosian was involved and managed projects in the fields of construction, design and supervision: railroads, runways, hospitals and international medical centers, power supply and substations, NPP, industrial plants and warehouses, infrastructure.

Institut IGH, d.d. and partners, with their clients in the State and private sectors solve complicated challenges, creating a legacy for next generations and aiming to deliver a better world.
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Miroslav Pauzar
Member of the Management Board
He built his long career at Institut IGH, d.d. , starting as a designer, project manager, and then chief supervising engineer on different projects in Slavonia, in all economic sectors (civil engineering, building construction, water engineering, energetics etc.). He has been the Head of Regional Centre IGH Osijek since 2013. Now he is obtaining the position as a member of the Management Board. He graduated from the Faculty of Civil Engineering Sciences, University of Zagreb, is a holder of PMP Certificate, member of numerous professional associations and arbitrator of the Arbitration Court of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineering. He has also co-authored several professional papers.
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Igor Džajić
Member of the Management Board
Expert in the design of bridges, prestressed structures, concrete of ultra-high performance features and structure testing. During his rich and successful career as a contractor and designer, he has held numerous responsible positions and participated in demanding projects. Has been working for Institut IGH, d.d. since 2004. Long-standing Head of Laboratories and the Design Department, as well as holding the position of Technical Director, he is currently obtaining the position as a member of the Management Board. Graduated from the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the University of Zagreb and obtained the title of Master of Science, authored many scholarly articles and publications.
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Marija Đuroković
MSc. ChemE, Ph.D.
Member of the Management Board
Marija Đuroković has years of professional experience in production, quality control, cement certification and other construction products. She graduated in Chemistry in 1997 from the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb. She started working in the Našicecement d.d. company that same year, where she remained until 2011 as Head of QC and QM and Head of Technology Centre. She has been an employee at the Institut IGH, Zagreb, since 2011 as Head of Laboratory for Binders and Ecology. Ms Đuroković defended her doctoral thesis "Chemical resistance of cement pastes to the action of deionized water " in 2019 at the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb. She started her scientific activities in Našicecement. Her particular field of interest was applying science in the development of new products with modified properties and reduced environmental impact. She publishes in scientific journals and is a long-standing Chairwoman of the Technical Committee 74 for Cement and Lime at the Croatian Standards Institut. Since 2021, Ms Đuroković also chairs the Scientific and Research Council of the Institut IGH d.d.
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Tatjana Bičanić
Member of the Management Board
Tatjana is an accomplished manager with almost 20 years of experience in the construction and civil engineering industry. After completing her high school education, she enrolled in and successfully graduated from the Pedagogical Institute of Astana International University, in the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Later on she also successfully graduated from the Faculty of Technical and Economic Sciences in Toljati, Russia.

Her early career began in the banking sectorwhere she mastered economic operations, logistics, and administrative management. However, recognizing her potential for greater challenges, Tatjana transitioned to the construction and civil engineering sector in Croatia, where her unique skill set was quickly recognized.

His expertise and specific skillsets were recognized, starting as an executive assistant, where she gained valuable insights into corporate governance and project management. In 2019. Tatjana has joined the Institut IGH as the Chief Administrative Officer. In this position, she demonstrated exceptional understanding of market dynamics and managing complex business operations.

In 2024. she further expanded her professional involvement by being nominated and elected as a member of the IGH Management Board. Throughout her career, Tatjana has demonstrated a strong dedication to excellence in civil engineering and management, earning a reputation for reliability and professionalism in the business sector.
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Josip Majer
MSc.Civl.Eng.
Member of the Management Board
Josip Majer is a seasoned expert in managing complex projects and leading project teams. He graduated in civil engineering in 1999. from the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the University of Zagreb. He began his career at IGH as a pavement design engineer, project supervisor, and project manager, where he worked until 2012. He defended his master's thesis on "Improvement of Foundation Soil by Jet Grouting" in 2011. at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, University of Zagreb. From 2016. to 2024., Josip worked at Vodoopskrba i odvodnja d.o.o. as the director of the Water Supply Sector and later as the director of the Technical Sector. Since April 2024., he has been employed at Institut IGH d.d. as the Technical Director. He has been a member of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers (HKIG) since 2002 and a member of the Croatian Association of Civil Engineers (HSGI) since 2005. and publishes regularly in scientific and professional journals.
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Hrvoje Sironić
Head of Regional Centre Rijeka
MSc.CE
Employed with Institut IGH, d.d. since 2003, he performed duties as the Deputy Head of Laboratory of Regional Centre Rijeka, a technologist for concrete structures, Assistant Head of Materials and Structures Department and Head of Laboratory for Materials and Structures at Regional Centre Rijeka. His speciality is concrete production and placement technology, condition determination and development of solutions for the rehabilitation of concrete structures. Currently Acting Head of Regional Centre Rijeka.
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Ernest Ević
Head of Regional Centre Osijek
BS.CE
Ernest Ević completed his studies in civil engineering in year 1994. at the Faculty of Civil Engineering at Josip Juraj Strossmayer University in Osijek. The same year, he started his career at Institut IGH, d.d., in the Regional Center Osijek, in the department for structures and the department for professional supervision and project management. Working in these departments, he went through all phases from trainee engineer to expert in the field of professional supervision, design and project management. His specialty is in the design and supervision of load-bearing structures with an emphasis on reinforced concrete and steel bridges. Since 2022, he has held the position of Director of RC Osijek. Throughout his career, he worked on large and successfully completed infrastructure projects, from post-war reconstruction to the construction of roads and highways in the eastern part of Croatia. Ernest is a member of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers since its foundation in 1999, and since 2015 he has been a member of the Chamber's Assembly Board.

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Ante Katić
Head of Regional Centre Split
BS.CE
Employed at Institut IGH, d.d. since 2004, where he worked in the positions as deputy head of the Road Construction Laboratory of the Regional Center Split, technologist for geomechanical and asphalt works, designer of pavement structures, supervising engineer for construction works, coordinator for occupational safety I and II and deputy director of the regional center Split. He currently holds the position of director of the Split Regional Center and deputy director of the design institute.
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Igor Grginić
Head of design division
BS.CE
Long-term expert with more than 20 years of experience in the field of design, consulting and project management, including leading complex projects and managing project teams. He finished his civil engineering studies in 1999 at the Faculty of Civil Engineering of the University of Zagreb. Employed at the IGH Institute, d.d. since 2000, where he works in the positions of Designer, Project Manager, Head of the Environmental Engineering Department and Deputy Director of the Department of Environmental Engineering. Since April 2023, he has held the position of Director of the Institute for Design. Member of HKIG - Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers since 2003. Member of PMI (Project Management Institute) with an authorized certificate for project management (PMP) since 2006.
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Zoran Trogrlić
Head of supervision & project mngmt division
BS.CE
Zoran Trogrlić has been an employee of the Institut IGH for over 20 years. Immediately after graduating in 2002, he joined the then Institute for Steel Structures, where he started and built his career as an expert in steel structures. As a supervising engineer, he has been involved in the construction of numerous major infrastructure projects, such as the bridge Krka on the A1 motorway, the bridge over the river Sava in Jasenovac, the Ždrelac bridge between Ugljan and Pašman islands, the Block C of the Sisak Thermal Power Plant, the modernization of the Sisak steel mill, the viaduct Odra on the A11 motorway, the HŽ1 overpass on the A12 motorway, all the way to the pinnacle of his professional career, participating in the construction of the Čiovo mainland-island bridges, the Pelješac Bridge, and the bridge over the Cetina River in Omiš. He is a two-time recipient of the prestigeus "Colossus" award from the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers for his supervision of the construction of the steel structures of the Čiovo Bridge and the Pelješac Bridge. Since April 2023, he has been serving as the director of the Institute for Supervision and Project Management.
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Goran Grubješić
Head of materials and structures division
BS.CE
After completing his civil engineering studies at the university in Zagreb, he joined the Institut IGH as a technological supervisor for asphalt projects. He participated in the construction of the A6 Rijeka – Zagreb motorway (Phase II) and the A11 Zagreb – Sisak motorway. In search of new challenges in the field of construction projects, he transitioned to Viadukt in 2008, the leading construction company in Croatia at the time, as the head of the Laboratory for Asphalt. He was responsible for overseeing the production and quality of asphalt on all Viadukt projects, both domestically & internationally, with a notable project being the reconstruction of the 300 km road from Nalut to Ghadames in Libya (2008-2011). He returned to the Institut IGH in 2017 as an expert and head of testing in the Laboratory for Road Construction, where he is involved in testing, supervision, certification, design, and expertise in the field of pavement structures. Since October 2023, he has been serving as the director of the Materials and Structures Department, as well as the Head of the IGH Laboratory.
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