In 2023, the global construction industry faced significant challenges, including labor shortages, rising material costs, and supply chain disruptions. A report by Jencap highlighted that high prices, labor shortages, and mounting cybersecurity threats were among the top concerns for the industry. Additionally, the Associated General Contractors of America noted that 91% of contractors reported difficulties filling positions, with an estimated need for 546,000 additional workers to meet production demands.
This is where Kaisar Onlabayev stands out. As Chief Technology Officer at SemArco LLP and BI Group, Kaisar has delivered exceptional results on multimillion-dollar projects and has proven his ability to adapt and lead in crises. From spearheading his company’s expansion into the Oil & Gas sector to managing the construction of an infectious disease hospital during the pandemic in just two months, his achievements exemplify the leadership and resilience required in today’s construction landscape.
His career offers valuable lessons in addressing industry challenges through strategic innovation, making him a role model for shaping the future of construction.
Modernizing Construction
The modern EPC sector thrives on innovation and bold leadership. For Kaisar, these principles have guided his career and driven groundbreaking achievements in Kazakhstan’s construction sector.
“Diving into the Oil & Gas sector was uncharted territory for my team. It felt like taking a leap into the unknown, but it taught us the value of resilience and strategy,” he recalls.
In 2016, when BI Group diversified into the Oil & Gas sector, Kaisar played a critical role. His leadership in the construction of residential areas for the specialists working at a huge oil field ensured engineering issues were resolved on-site, saving time and money. By streamlining on-site engineering processes, proactively addressing challenges to avoid delays, and implementing cost-effective solutions, including BIM, that optimized resource allocation, he delivered results as well as increased project revenue by 21%. This achievement underscored the value of strategic innovation in driving both efficiency and profitability.
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