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ZHANYBEK KADRALIYEV

ZHANYBEK KADRALIYEV

Almaty, Kazakhstan

Summary

Lead Civil, Structural and Architectural Engineer with 15+ years of experience in large-scale oil and gas and infrastructure projects. Skilled in structural analysis, project coordination, precast and cast-in-place concrete and steel design, and engineering leadership. Proficient in industry-standard software (STAAD Pro, AutoCAD, SmartPlant 3D, Bentley MicroStation, Tekla Structures, etc.). Adept at managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with international codes, and delivering high-quality designs within project timelines.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Lead Civil, Structural and Architectural (CSA) Engineer

KGNT/KPJV
Atyrau
06.2023 - Current
  • Lead a team of civil/structural engineers and designers, driving technical excellence and continuous improvement (Quality Improvement Process)
  • Participate in formal design review processes to ensure conformance to project standards and objectives
  • Review complex engineering drawings and vendor documents (CSA and other disciplines) for compliance with project requirements; coordinate with other disciplines to resolve discrepancies
  • Prepare and verify structural calculations using STAAD Pro for concrete foundations and steel structures
  • Oversee the issuance of precast and cast-in-place concrete fabrication drawings, steelwork drawings, and as-built documentation
  • Manage the preparation and delivery of follow-on scope design packages in line with project changes and site requirements
  • Ensure all civil/structural designs adhere to industry standards and client specifications while meeting project deadlines

Lead Civil, Structural and Architectural (CSA) Designer

KGNT/KPJV
Atyrau
03.2021 - 05.2023
  • Finalizing follow-on scopes and incorporating site red-line markups for as-built drawings
  • Led the civil/structural design team to produce 'follow-on' engineering deliverables and as-built drawings for project updates
  • Coordinated with site engineers to integrate red-line sketches and field changes into final as-built documentation
  • Reviewed multi-discipline drawings for compliance with project standards, resolving discrepancies to ensure a fully coordinated design
  • Worked closely with engineers and other designers to maintain consistency across civil, structural, and architectural elements
  • Oversaw the release of precast and cast-in-place concrete drawings, steel fabrication drawings, and final as-built packages to the client
  • Maintained high quality and safety standards throughout the design process

Deputy Lead Design Supervisor

KGNT/KPJV
Atyrau
06.2019 - 03.2021
  • Assisted the Lead Design Supervisor in planning and delivering civil/structural design outputs, ensuring project scope, quantity, cost, and schedule targets were met
  • Served as drafting lead and discipline design approver, verifying that all drawings met quality standards before release
  • Troubleshot design and drafting issues, providing timely solutions to maintain progress
  • Coordinated material take-offs and ordered construction materials in collaboration with contractors and procurement teams
  • Supervised a team of draftspersons, providing guidance and fostering independent work with minimal supervision
  • Designed and managed the release of precast and cast-in-place concrete drawings and steelwork drawings for construction
  • Organized drawing records and documentation, maintaining accurate logs and statistics for project progress tracking

Principal Civil/Structural Designer

KGNT/KPJV
Atyrau
08.2017 - 06.2019
  • Participated in pre-task planning and enforced safety rules and guidelines from project outset; reported any safety issues to management
  • Managed the design and release of precast concrete, cast-in-place concrete, and steelwork drawings for construction activities
  • Prepared complete documentation packages and produced drawing sets and standard operating procedures for construction release
  • Checked and verified design drawings against specifications and design data to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Adhered to industry codes, standards, and departmental procedures in all design work
  • Performed clash detection of 3D models using Intergraph SmartPlant 3D, resolving interdisciplinary conflicts before construction
  • Generated material take-off tables through Intergraph SmartPlant to support procurement and estimating
  • Verified on-site conditions and dimensions of existing facilities to inform design modifications
  • Mentored and provided on-the-job training to junior designers, improving team competency and performance

Road Team Lead Designer

KGNT/KPJV
Atyrau
03.2013 - 08.2017
  • Managed a road design team to produce alignment plans, profiles, and drawings for motor roads and heavy haul roads, issuing packages to the client
  • Prepared road design drawings (plan and profile) in accordance with project standards and specifications
  • Integrated AutoTURN modeling in Bentley MicroStation to analyze vehicle turning paths and junction layouts
  • Created road surfaces, grading plans, volume calculations, and profiles using Autodesk Civil 3D and Bentley InRoads
  • Produced general arrangement and detailed drawings for roads and junctions, ensuring accuracy and clarity for construction

Senior Civil/Structural Designer

KGNT/KPJV
Atyrau
11.2011 - 03.2013
  • Developed civil and structural design drawings using Intergraph SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD, Tekla Structures, and Bentley MicroStation
  • Produced high-quality CAD drawings and illustrations per project specifications and early work requirements
  • Maintained drawing quality and organization by classifying and archiving engineering drawings in accordance with project standards
  • Translated preliminary concepts, sketches, and specifications into detailed engineering designs using CAD tools while adhering to client drafting standards
  • Interpreted and applied client design standards and guidelines to all drawings
  • Performed structural design tasks for buildings and industrial plant facilities during the conceptual phase
  • Prepared precast, cast-in-place concrete and steelwork drawings for construction use
  • Trained and mentored junior CAD operators, contributing to the establishment of project-specific drafting standards

Senior Civil and Structural Engineer

KGNT
Uralsk
09.2010 - 11.2011
  • Led civil/structural engineering efforts through all project stages, from front-end engineering design to as-built documentation
  • Provided guidance and supervision to engineers and designers; mentored junior staff and contributed to their performance evaluations
  • Analyzed complex engineering problems and developed independent recommendations aligned with project objectives
  • Prepared and reviewed estimates, schedules, progress reports, and workforce plans for civil/structural scope
  • Participated in procurement, permitting, and subcontracting activities to ensure timely availability of materials and services
  • Ensured all designs and deliverables met quality standards and regulatory requirements
  • Performed structural design calculations and proposed technical solutions for concrete and steel structures
  • Delivered detailed arrangement plans and drawings for high-quality concrete and steel structural elements
  • Oversaw the release of precast, cast-in-place concrete drawings, steel fabrication drawings, and as-built documents for project turnover
  • Visited construction sites to assess existing structures and provided on-site engineering supervision to resolve field issues

Civil and Structural Engineer

KGNT
Almaty
10.2008 - 09.2010
  • Performed structural calculations for concrete and steel components using Lira and Monomax software, preparing detailed analysis reports
  • Compiled data and executed dimensional calculations to support the preparation of engineering drawings
  • Tracked key material quantities and provided analysis and forecasts for project planning
  • Developed and reviewed technical specifications and design criteria for structural elements
  • Resolved engineering challenges and provided technical consultations for multidisciplinary design analyses
  • Prepared and issued precast, cast-in-place concrete foundation drawings, cast-in-place concrete details, and steel structure drawings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards
  • Ensured design compliance with all applicable construction codes and regulations, coordinating closely with Quality Control personnel
  • Communicated critical project issues to management and clients in a timely manner to prevent delays

Civil and Structural Designer

KGNT
Almaty
05.2008 - 10.2008
  • Implemented design changes, additions, and revisions as directed by lead engineers
  • Oversaw drafting department activities to improve drawing quality and efficiency; mentored CAD technicians to enhance their skills
  • Coordinated with civil/structural designers and engineers (and other disciplines) to ensure consistent and integrated design deliverables
  • Assembled complete drawing and document packages, verifying accuracy and completeness before issue
  • Produced and updated technical drawings in both 2D and 3D CAD environments (AutoCAD, MicroStation)
  • Developed conceptual layout drawings and performed bulk material take-off calculations to support design decisions

CAD operator

KGNT
Almaty
04.2007 - 05.2008
  • Prepared concrete and steel structural arrangement plans and detailed drawings using AutoCAD
  • Managed CAD files by opening, revising, plotting, and saving drawings according to company standards
  • Created new drawings from templates or from scratch, applying proper title blocks, borders, and drafting styles
  • Incorporated engineers’ markups and design revisions into existing drawings accurately
  • Read and interpreted orthographic (2D) and isometric (3D) designs, as well as supplier/manufacturer drawings, to produce coherent project drawings
  • Checked drawings prior to release to ensure accuracy and adherence to drafting standards
  • Assisted in bulk material quantity take-offs and tabulations for project estimates

Education

Master of Science - Architecture

Kazakh National Technical University (KazNTU)
Almaty, Kazakhstan
06-2024

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Kazakh National Technical University (KazNTU)
Almaty, Kazakhstan
06-2008

Skills

Project and Leadership Skills:

  • Team leadership
  • Mentoring junior engineers
  • Coordination with multidisciplinary teams
  • Engineering review
  • Quality control
  • Technical documentation
  • Compliance with industry codes
  • Safety regulations
  • Structural analysis
  • Concrete, steel and civil design
  • Material take-off
  • Cost estimation
  • As-built drawing preparation

Technical Skills:

  • Design: AutoCAD, Microstation, Tekla Steel Structure, SmartPlant 3D, Revit, 3D Max
  • Structural Analysis: STAAD Pro, Lira, Monomax
  • Civil Engineering Software: Autodesk Civil 3D, Bentley InRoads, AutoTURN
  • Project Documentation: MS Office, Adobe Acrobat

Languages

Kazakh
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Russian
Proficient (C2)
C2

Certification

  • SmartPlant 3D Structure Modeling, Intergraph, July 2012, Atyrau, Kazakhstan
  • Bentley InRoads, Bentley Training, July 2012, Atyrau, Kazakhstan
  • Lead First (Leadership), Leadership Development Program, September 2014
  • Project Management Development Program – Part 1: Leading Projects and Terms, July 2015
  • Project Management Development Program – Part 2, August 2015
  • Project Management Development Program – Part 3: Engineering, April 2016
  • Baseline Workshop (Skill Development), February 2017
  • HSSE (Health, Safety, Security and Environment), Baitau Partners LLP, April 2019
  • Time and Stress Management, Ambition LLP, August 2019
  • Business English: Networking, University of Washington, April 2022
  • Autodesk Civil 3D – Advanced Training Certificate, May 2022
  • Bentley MicroStation 3D – Advanced Training Certificate, June 2022
  • IELTS (Academic), British Council, February 2023

Accomplishments

  • TCO Recognition Award, Tengizchevroil, September 2023, Recognition of being very instrumental team player.
  • Long Service Award, KGNT, April 2022, 15 Years of dedicated service.
  • Long Service Award, KPJV, December 2019, 8 Years of dedicated service.
  • Recognition Letter, Tengizchevroil FGP Project Director (Paul Benoit), August 2016, Commended for outstanding performance on the Future Growth Project.
  • Recognition Certificate, KPJV, August 2016, For outstanding efforts as a key contributor for delivering the Roads Scopes ahead of schedule.
  • Recognition Award, Minister of Economy, Republic of Kazakhstan, August 2015, Awarded by Minister E. Dossayev for professional excellence.

Timeline

Lead Civil, Structural and Architectural (CSA) Engineer

KGNT/KPJV
06.2023 - Current

Lead Civil, Structural and Architectural (CSA) Designer

KGNT/KPJV
03.2021 - 05.2023

Deputy Lead Design Supervisor

KGNT/KPJV
06.2019 - 03.2021

Principal Civil/Structural Designer

KGNT/KPJV
08.2017 - 06.2019

Road Team Lead Designer

KGNT/KPJV
03.2013 - 08.2017

Senior Civil/Structural Designer

KGNT/KPJV
11.2011 - 03.2013

Senior Civil and Structural Engineer

KGNT
09.2010 - 11.2011

Civil and Structural Engineer

KGNT
10.2008 - 09.2010

Civil and Structural Designer

KGNT
05.2008 - 10.2008

CAD operator

KGNT
04.2007 - 05.2008

Master of Science - Architecture

Kazakh National Technical University (KazNTU)

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Kazakh National Technical University (KazNTU)

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Projects

  • Tengizchevroil – Future Growth Project (FGP-WPMP), Atyrau, Kazakhstan, November 2011 - Present

 An integrated expansion project to increase the performance of the Tengiz oil field (and adjacent Korolev field). The FGP-WPMP is boosting Tengiz’s oil production capacity by an additional 12 million tonnes per year (≈260,000 barrels per day) and gas production by 960 million standard cubic feet per day, raising total output to approximately 39 million tonnes of oil annually.

  • Karachaganak Gas Pipeline, West Kazakhstan, January 2010 - June 2011

A major gas pipeline project for the Karachaganak field, one of the world’s largest gas-condensate fields (estimated 9 billion barrels of condensate and 48 Tcf of gas in place). Involved in all phases from FEED through construction and as-built completion, with relocation to Uralsk for on-site engineering supervision.

  • Cement Plant (2 million tons/year), Zaozernoye, Akmola region, Kazakhstan, June 2007 - December 2008

The first cement plant in Central Asia to use the dry-process technology (FLSmidth, Denmark) at such capacity. Scope of work included design of major structures: reinforced concrete silos (20 m diameter, 40 m and 80 m height), a reinforced concrete clinker warehouse (60 m diameter, 40 m height), a 100 m tall steel heat exchanger tower, and associated underground pipe and cable networks. Also involved in adapting a prefabricated shift camp (designed by San Bao, China) to local conditions and standards.

  • Other Projects:

Isuzu Service Center (Almaty, Kazakhstan); Light Metal Structure Plant “Modul” (Almaty, Kazakhstan); Compressor Stations CS-2 (Shelek) and CS-7 (Kereit) – Almaty region, Kazakhstan; Sulfur Processing Capacity Expansion (Tengiz field, Kazakhstan); Expanded Polystyrene Plant (Zarechny, Kazakhstan); Gas Turbine Generator Expansion (Kumkol field, Kazakhstan); Oil Base – OJSC “Sinoil” (Aktobe, Kazakhstan).

ZHANYBEK KADRALIYEV