AECOM · 2 days ago
Project Director - Trans-Caspian Trade Route
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. They are seeking a Project Director to lead the Central Asia Trans-Caspian Trade Route Project, overseeing all in-country management and implementation while ensuring high-quality services and compliance with contractual requirements.
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Responsibilities
Supervise an in-country multi-disciplinary team, and provide leadership, technical direction, and quality oversight to achieve project objectives and meet all contractual requirements
Manage overall technical teams in the implementation of technical deliverables related to infrastructure development within target corridor to bring bankable projects to financial close
Establish and oversee implementation of project processes and operational procedures to ensure effective and efficient corridor implementation
Oversee environmental compliance including assessments and due diligence programs
Effectively represent AECOM through communication and reporting to DOS technical and contract personnel
Identify and manage technical resource needs with AECOM project support staff
Identify issues and risks related to project implementation, provide mitigation strategies, and monitor through resolution
Ensure that systems are established and maintained, and adequate resources are applied to meet requirements for cost, schedule and quality
Monitor project subcontractors and partners and engage AECOM contracts staff to achieve efficient and effective subcontract compliance
Oversee the project’s Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning program to ensure compliance with all DOS reporting requirements
Monitor project financials to ensure compliance with AECOM requirements
Ensure establishment of quality control processes in a consistent and transparent manner for all work activities and functions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Project Finance, Economics, International Development, Business Administration, or related field plus 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Experience in Central Asian or Eurasia program activities management or project implementation roles, preferably in infrastructure development, transaction facilitation, investment growth, regional trade competitiveness, or transportation roles
Ability to travel within Central Asia if required
Fluency in English and Kazakh (written and spoken)
Preferred
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Expert-level understanding of regional political, economic, and cultural contexts
Master's degree in Engineering, Economics, Project Finance, Public Administration, Project Management, International Development, or a related field
At least 20 years of relevant professional experience in Central Asian or Eurasia program activities management or project implementation roles, preferably in infrastructure development, transaction facilitation, investment growth, regional trade competitiveness, or transportation roles
Strong communication, presentation and coordination capabilities to help convey activity progress to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Intermediate or expert-level in Russian language
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
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