Vacant Position Title:

Director of the Infrastructure Development Department

Position Objective:

Ensuring the uninterrupted supply of electricity, heating, cold and hot water to the buildings and facilities of the Organization, the rational use of transport, and maintaining cleanliness and order in all academic buildings and dormitories. Overseeing repair and construction work in compliance with project documentation, construction standards, technical regulations, and other normative documents. Monitoring compliance with dormitory accommodation regulations. Organizing the improvement and maintenance of the Organization`s premises.

Key Responsibilities of the Department Head:

• Ensuring the uninterrupted supply of electricity, heating, cold and hot water to buildings and facilities.

• Developing and implementing the university`s infrastructure development strategy.

• Planning, organizing, and overseeing the operational maintenance of buildings and facilities.

• Optimizing and supervising the use of transport.

• Organizing and monitoring the sanitary conditions of academic buildings, dormitories, and surrounding areas.

• Managing repair and construction work in accordance with project documentation, construction standards, and regulations.

• Developing action plans for landscaping and maintaining the university`s premises.

• Organizing control over compliance with accommodation rules in dormitories.

• Implementing initiatives to improve energy efficiency and reduce operational costs.

• Ensuring compliance with sanitary and hygiene standards within the Organization`s premises.

• Organizing technical maintenance and modernization of engineering networks and equipment.

Main Job Duties:

1. Organization of Administrative and Economic Activities

• Supervising the economic activities of the university.
• Ensuring the uninterrupted operation of all engineering systems and utilities.
• Managing contracts with utility service providers.
• Tracking and controlling the use of material resources.
• Ensuring compliance with sanitary regulations across the university premises.
• Conducting inventory audits and monitoring property preservation.
• Implementing innovative technologies and automated building management systems.

2. Supervision of Repair and Construction Works

• Developing and implementing plans for major and current repairs of university facilities.
• Ensuring that work aligns with project documentation and construction regulations.
• Organizing procurement and quality control of construction materials.
• Supervising timely completion of repair work within budget constraints.
• Ensuring technical solutions meet energy efficiency and environmental requirements.

3. Occupational Safety and Security Control

• Developing and implementing measures to improve working conditions for employees.
• Monitoring compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
• Conducting staff safety briefings and knowledge assessments.
• Organizing measures to prevent fires and accidents.
• Participating in the development of emergency response plans.

4. Documentation and Reporting Management

• Maintaining records of administrative and economic activities.
• Organizing document management in electronic systems.
• Preparing reports on expenses, completed work, and material and technical support.
• Ensuring compliance with documentation regulations.

5. Coordination with Internal and External Entities

• Facilitating cooperation with internal departments.
• Interacting with contractors, government, and municipal authorities.
• Participating in negotiations and ensuring contract obligations are met.
• Collaborating with environmental and sanitary-epidemiological services.

6. Personnel Management

• Supervising department employees and distributing responsibilities.
• Monitoring task completion and evaluating staff performance.
• Organizing professional development and training programs.
• Implementing motivation programs to enhance staff efficiency.

Business Travel:

Required

Education:

Higher (or postgraduate) education in a relevant field

Professional Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience

• Work experience in government or commercial organizations

• Experience in managing administrative and economic processes

• Experience in infrastructure optimization projects

Professional Competencies:

• Knowledge of the legislative and regulatory framework of the Republic of Kazakhstan in economic management, construction, and document control.

• Understanding of office administration and archiving.

• Proficiency in working with project and technical documentation.

• Knowledge of occupational health, safety, and fire protection standards.

• Experience in procurement and preparation of technical specifications.

• Proficiency in Kazakh and Russian (mandatory), knowledge of English is an advantage.

• Skills in energy consumption management and cost reduction.

Personal Competencies and Qualities:

Strong communication skills, results-oriented approach, punctuality.

Knowledge of languages, including the state language (list of languages the candidate must be proficient in):

Kazakh, Russian

Additional Requirements:

• Experience with electronic document management systems.

• Proficiency in specialized software (1C, ERP-systems ABC-4).

• Experience with AutoCAD, AUTODESK Revit, CorelDraw.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Experience with real estate and engineering network management systems.

Application Deadline

19.03.2025

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