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In the heart of Kazakhstan's bustling construction sector, a young professional named Meirambek Sultanbekov is making waves. Born in 2006 in the country's capital, Nur-Sultan, Sultanbekov's journey to the top began when he graduated from the Nur-Sultan Polytechnic College with a degree in "Construction and Exploitation of Buildings and Structures."
Sultanbekov's path to success was not without guidance. He learned from experienced specialists to adapt to his role. Interestingly, the site manager he now works under is also a graduate from his college, under the same mentor. This shared background has fostered a unique camaraderie and a mutual respect between the two.
Currently, Sultanbekov works as a master of construction and assembly works in a construction company. His responsibilities include reading and explaining project drawings to workers, calculating material consumption, and monitoring safety rules. He looks up to his senior colleagues in the construction industry, learning from their expertise and applying it to his own work.
Kazakhstan's construction industry is currently under significant demand, with the sector requiring approximately 3 million skilled workers across various sectors in the next 3 to 5 years[1][2]. This demand is part of a broader national need for skilled workers, as the country prepares for future growth in sectors like construction and agriculture.
However, the construction sector faces challenges such as labor shortages, wage competitiveness, regional employment imbalances, and informal work[1][2][3]. The government is addressing these issues by prioritizing vocational training, retraining programs, and elevating the status of skilled trades as part of a national strategy to meet labor market needs and support large infrastructure and energy projects[2].
Neighboring countries face similar challenges, with Kyrgyzstan serving as an instructive example. Rapid construction growth in Kyrgyzstan has led to shortages of skilled concrete workers and bricklayers, resulting in reliance on foreign unskilled labor and concerns about construction quality and project delays[3]. This highlights a broader regional challenge impacting construction trades.
While specific stories like Sultanbekov's are not widely publicised, his success is a testament to the potential for young professionals in Kazakhstan's construction industry. Further specialized searches or local industry reports might be required to uncover more success stories like his.
References:
[1] World Bank Group. (n.d.). Kazakhstan - Skills for Jobs. Retrieved from https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/kazakhstan/projects/skills-for-jobs
[2] Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. (n.d.). National Employment Programme. Retrieved from https://www.gov.kz/web/national-employment-programme
[3] Asian Development Bank. (n.d.). Kyrgyz Republic: Skills Development for Competitive and Inclusive Growth. Retrieved from https://www.adb.org/projects/kyrgyz-republic-skills-development-competitive-and-inclusive-growth
Sultanbekov's dedication to his construction career, coupled with his continuous learning and personal growth, embody the importance of education-and-self-development in Kazakhstan's rapidly evolving industry. The government's focus on vocational training and elevating the status of skilled trades is a significant step towards meeting the industry's growing demands and promoting personal growth opportunities like Sultanbekov's.
