Architect (Архитектор)

Founded in 1935, Almaty International Airport is the largest air gateway in Kazakhstan and, since 2020, has been part of TAV Airports, a member of the Groupe ADP – the world’s leading airport management platform operating in 29 countries.

Our mission – connecting CIS countries to the world through a seamless, world-class travel experience.

Our vision – by 2030, to become Asia’s most desired gateway with the largest number of destinations in Central Asia, delivering innovative travel and cargo experience, and driving sustainable growth for local communities.

Our values – Safety & Responsibility, Customer & People Centricity, Innovation & Agility, Collaboration & Transparency, Excellence & Passion.

We are committed to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous innovation, while upholding the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and service quality.

Job Summary:

Almaty International Airport is looking for an Architect to develop building designs, detailed drawings, and plans using CAD tools. The role involves collaborating with engineers, project managers, and other professionals, ensuring compliance with planning regulations, budgets, and environmental standards, as well as preparing reports, applications, and contracts.

What do we expect you to do?

• creating building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design (CAD) applications
• liaising with construction professionals about the feasibility of potential projects
• taking into account constraints such as town planning legislation, environmental impacts and project budgets
• working closely with a team of other professionals such as project managers , building service engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and architectural technologists
• completing planning applications and taking advice from local authorities, legal professionals and governmental new build departments
• writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts
• specifying the requirements for each project
• adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction
• playing a role in project and team management
• viewing building sites, proposed locations and client meetings

What will you bring along?

• Excellent design and drafting skills and proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD)
• Creativity
• A keen eye for detail, as well as the ability to see the bigger picture of a project
• Organisational, project management and planning skills, including the ability to juggle multiple tasks
• An analytical mind with excellent problem-solving and mathematical ability
• Leadership skills and the ability to work well within a team of other professionals
• An awareness of the specific environmental and social impact of your projects
• Excellent client-facing and influencing skills

What we offer:

• Employment in accordance with the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan
• Office location - Almaty International Airport
• Work schedule 5 days per week, working hours from 8.00 to 17.00 (lunch break from 12.00 to 13.00)
• Free lunches
• Hybrid work after probation period (working from home up till 5 days per month upon Line Manager's approval)
• Annual paid leave of 24 calendar days (+1 day for birthday after 1 year employment)
• Annual bonuses on performance results
• Medical Insurance after Probation period
• Shuttle bus (13 routes)
• Trainings, e-Learning Academy, and other online/offline platforms

Join our team today and become a vital part of our global airport family, comprising dedicated professionals who work together to ensure a future of seamless travel experiences!