Project Manager with 20+ Years in Construction & QA Management

YERZHAN AKIMBEKOV

+7-701-***-**-** *******.*********@*****.*** Almaty, Kazakhstan

Professional Summary

Project management professional with 20+ years of experience delivering construction and infrastructure projects valued up to $10M+. Proven track record working with international financial institutions and U.S. Government-funded programs. Strong expertise in contract management, stakeholder coordination, and full project lifecycle delivery, consistently achieving cost, schedule, and quality targets. Core Skills

• Project Management • Project Coordination • Project Monitoring & Control Key Achievements

• Delivered 10+ construction and infrastructure projects end-to-end, ensuring compliance with client and regulatory requirements.

• Achieved on-time project delivery and maintained budget control, contributing to cost savings of up to 10–15% through optimized planning and procurement.

• Implemented quality management systems, reducing defects and rework by 15–25% and improving overall project performance.

• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, accelerating decision-making processes Professional Experience Summary

June 2025 – Present

Chief Engineer – URS Federal Services International Inc., Astana

• Led design development and technical reviews, optimizing engineering solutions from concept to final stage.

• Supervised construction and renovation activities, improving site quality compliance and reducing rework.

• Developed material and equipment specifications, supporting cost estimation and achieving more accurate budgeting ( 10%).

• Managed stakeholder communication, improving coordination efficiency and ensuring timely issue resolution.

• Oversaw full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with schedule, budget, and technical requirements. Jan 2022 – Dec 2024

Project Coordination Manager – KAZ Minerals

• Coordinated cross-functional teams, improving communication efficiency and reducing delays in project execution.

• Optimized project monitoring processes, enhancing reporting accuracy and decision-making speed.

• Managed project risks and changes, minimizing schedule overruns and maintaining budget control.

• Supervised engineering teams, improving performance and achieving project KPIs.

• Improved documentation and reporting systems, increasing transparency for stakeholders. March 2021 – June 2022

Project Manager – Bureau Veritas Kazakhstan

• Led multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring successful delivery of technical and administrative objectives.

• Controlled project scope, schedule, and cost, reducing deviations and maintaining alignment with targets.

• Developed and maintained project plans, improving tracking and reporting efficiency. Feb 2018 – Feb 2020

Project Coordinator – ECODIT LLC / Energy Links

• Facilitated stakeholder coordination, collaboration across international partners (World Bank, EBRD, USAID).

• Supported project implementation and monitoring, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.

• Developed project schedules and documentation, improving workflow transparency and efficiency. Jan 2015 – Feb 2016

Quality Manager / Deputy of Construction – Hill International (EXPO 2017 Project)

• Implemented QA/QC procedures, improving construction quality and reducing defects.

• Conducted daily site inspections and audits, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

• Developed method statements and acceptance procedures, strengthening quality assurance processes.

• Reduced non-conformance issues, improving overall project quality performance. Sept 2011 – Dec 2014

Representative – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

• Oversaw construction activities, ensuring strict adherence to quality and safety standards.

• Improved monitoring processes, enhancing project control and reporting accuracy. Dec 2009 – Aug 2011

Project Engineer – AECOM

• Reviewed and verified technical documentation, ensuring compliance with project standards.

• Coordinated with government authorities, accelerating permitting and approval processes. Oct 1997 – May 1999

Local Consultant – Mott MacDonald / Temelsu JV, Almaty, Kazakhstan Project: Rehabilitation of irrigation and drainage systems, South Kazakhstan Oblast (World Bank-funded)

• Reviewed pre-feasibility and feasibility studies to ensure compliance with project objectives and regulatory requirements.

• Led the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), identifying environmental and social risks and recommending mitigation measures.

• Coordinated with the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources Committee, ensuring alignment with national standards and effective stakeholder communication. Education & Qualifications

The State Academy of Architecture and Civil Engineering Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Architecture and Civil Engineering (1987–1992) GPA: 4.9 Languages

• English: Professional working proficiency

• Russian: Full professional proficiency

• Kazakh: Native

Certifications & Training

• Project Management: Initiating and Planning University of California (2020)

• Contract Management Workshop The World Bank (2018)

• Construction Quality Management US Army Corps of Engineers, Abu Dhabi (2012)

• Project Management: Schedule and Costs AECOM (2010) Research & Internships

• US IREX program, Texas Tech University, USA (Feb–May 2000)

• Internship, The World Bank Headquarters, Washington, DC (May–June 2000) References available upon request

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