Site Architectural Engineer

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:

The Site Engineer will be responsible for the day-to-day site supervision and coordination of several new superstructure projects as hangar, workshop, buildings, warehouses, catering…etc. to commence in the Airside and Landside areas of Almaty International Airport.

The position will ensure that construction works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality and safety requirements, project schedule, and applicable Kazakhstan and other required standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily civil and/or architectural construction activities and provide coordination with relevant Mechanical and Electrical Projects.
• Check works against approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Monitor contractor manpower, materials, equipment, and site progress.
• Identify technical issues, delays, and site problems and report them to the Head of Construction.

• Follow up RFIs, shop drawings, material approvals, and technical issues.
• Follow up agreed actions and outstanding work.

• Coordinate inspections and testing with QA/QC.
• Follow up defects, NCRs, and corrective actions.
• Work with HSE to ensure safe construction activities and compliance with airport requirements.

• Monitor and verify actual progress against the approved construction programme.
• Provide regular progress updates, reports and photographic progress records.

to the Head of Construction and Planning team.

• Organization of testing, commissioning, inspections, and acceptance.
• Follow up as-built drawings and required handover documents, including applicable ST RK commissioning requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or architecture.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant site/construction experience.
• Experience in building, infrastructure, airport, or industrial projects is preferred.
• Good understanding of construction methods and drawings.
• Knowledge of ST RK, GOST, and Kazakhstan construction requirements is an advantage.
• Airport construction experience is an advantage.

Software & Languages

• Good knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Good command of English.
• Knowledge of Kazakh and Russian.

What do we offer?

• Employment in accordance with the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan
• Office location - Almaty International Airport
• Working hours from 8.00 to 17.00, lunch break from 12.00 to 13.00
• Annual paid leave of 24 calendar days (1 paid day-off for birthday after 1 year of employment)
• Annual bonuses on performance results
• Voluntary Medical Insurance (after probation period)
• Corporate meals
• Shuttle bus
• Trainings, e-Learning Academy

ALA ensures equal opportunities for every applicant, excluding any form of discrimination based on: race, color, gender, religion, language, marital status, sexual orientation, political opinion, ethnicity, health, disability, family obligations, trade union activity, or age.

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!