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ALEX GILYOV
Varna
Summary
Translation and localization expert with a proven track record at American Language Services, successfully managing over 700 multilingual projects and achieving a 98% client satisfaction rate. Demonstrates strong project management skills and a commitment to process improvement. Utilizes advanced CAT tools to enhance operational efficiency and deliver high-quality results.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Translation / Localization Project Manager
American Language Services
Los Angeles
08.2022 - 09.2025
- Delivered 700+ multilingual projects on time and within budget, maintaining a 98% client satisfaction rate
- Assessed project requirements
- Selected appropriate translators and vendors
- Created and managed project timelines
- Ensured budget adherence
- Negotiated vendor contracts that increased company's savings while maintaining quality benchmarks
- Coordinated workflows and global resource planning
- Entered job orders in system (QuickBooks)
- Ran quality assurance (QA) processes
- Trained and mentored Project Managers (PM)
- Maintained detailed records of project scopes, timelines, and deliverables for internal use
- Extensively used Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered CAT (Trados), OCR (ABBYY FineReader) tools reducing project turn-around time by 30%
- Simultaneously managed multiple multilanguage projects
- Reduced translation turnaround time by 30% by implementing streamlined workflows and optimizing AI-powered CAT tool usage
- Used time management and planning skills ensuring 99% of the projects delivered on time
Freelance Translation and Interpretation
Numerous Translation Agencies
06.2013 - 08.2022
- Successfully translated over 1 million words across legal, geology and mining, oil and gas, aerospace, power, and other technical domains with 99% client satisfaction
- Localized a global e-commerce platform
- Reduced turnaround time by 30% by implementing AI-powered CAT tools and streamlining personal workflows
- Created and maintained custom glossaries for long-term clients, improving consistency and reducing turnaround time
- Won long-term contracts with agencies due to reliability, speed, and linguistic accuracy
Representative in Southeast Europe
Industrial Services Worldwide L.p.
Varna
06.2015 - 08.2018
- Looked for the holders of exploration and mining licenses for mineral resources, oil and gas
- Introduced advanced geophysical methods (VTEM, ZTEM) to local mining, engineering, and environmental firms - many for the first time
- Organized regional workshops and demos in Bulgaria, Serbia, and North Macedonia, presenting the benefits of modern survey tools
- Built partnerships with academic institutions and governmental authorities to expand credibility in the local market
Sub-consultant
SRK Consulting
03.2012 - 06.2015
- Company Overview: Central Asian Republics
- Translated over 50 technical manuals, geological and environmental reports
- Conducted hands-on training workshops for over 100 local engineers and technicians
- Developed bilingual training modules combining theory and field application, enabling engineers to independently operate and interpret survey technologies
- Central Asian Republics
Logistics Manager
Eriell Corporation s.r.o.
Varna
05.2011 - 03.2012
- Coordinated the activity between the Client, local partners and Contractor (Eriell)
- Organized the delivery of supplied materials and equipment arriving for the project to the location
- Performed market research and selected potential suppliers of goods for the project at the local market
- Negotiated and coordinated the execution of contracts
- Optimized supply Chain
Assistant to Chief Engineer
Eriell Corporation s.r.o.
Hamada
12.2010 - 05.2011
- Provided project coordination & technical support
- Managed data, submitted reports
- Translated technical documentation
- Streamlined multilingual communication
- Conducted training & safety sessions
- Promoted cultural sensitivity and inclusivity across a diverse, multinational team
JV Administrator
JV Amantaytau Goldfields
Tashkent
11.2006 - 09.2009
- Organized negotiations, meetings with concerned ministries and authorities
- Organized of shipment of cargo arriving for JV
- Organized and oversaw the international dispatch of finished product (refined gold)
- Handled administration tasks at the Tashkent office of JV
Liaison officer
Marakand Minerals Limited
Tashkent
01.2004 - 11.2006
- Provided written and verbal translation/interpretation of technical documentation (geological, metallurgical, etc.) and official correspondence
- Managed document control and coordinated meetings and negotiations with ministries, authorities, and government bodies
- Accompanied foreign and local experts during site visits to project targets
- Established and maintained contact with provincial administrative authorities
- Successfully arranged procurement of sites for construction of processing plant and related project facilities, representing the company in negotiations
Translator / Interpreter
TEPSCO (Tokyo Electric Power Services Company)
Tashkent
04.2003 - 12.2004
- Translated and interpreted technical documentation across specialized fields with accuracy and clarity
- Facilitated meetings and negotiations by providing real-time interpretation for representatives of relevant organizations and government bodies
- Maintained consistency and terminology accuracy across multilingual documents and communications
- Delivered consecutive and simultaneous interpretation during high-level discussions and site visits
- Proofread and edited translated materials to meet professional and industry standards
- Liaised with government officials and administrative bodies to support project coordination and compliance
Translator / Interpreter
Multiplex Mining Pty
Tashkent
04.2002 - 12.2003
- Translated and interpreted technical documentation in specialized fields such as geology, mining, and metallurgy
- Provided both written and verbal language support for internal and external communications
- Organized and interpreted meetings and negotiations with representatives of relevant organizations and government bodies
- Escorted foreign experts during site visits to project targets, facilitating communication and logistical coordination
Interpreter/translator, Office Manager
Japan Airport Consultants, Inc.
Tashkent
03.1997 - 04.2002
- Handled administrative tasks including visa support and registration of foreign specialists
- Organized business trips and coordinated logistics for international teams
- Provided written and verbal translation/interpretation of technical documentation across specialized domains
- Facilitated and interpreted meetings and negotiations with government bodies and industry representatives
- Interpreted training programs related to air navigation equipment operation for technical personnel
- Participated in airport site examinations alongside foreign specialists for Feasibility Study development
Translator / Interpreter
BAT Uzbekistan
Samarkand
03.1994 - 02.1996
- Provided written and verbal translation/interpretation of technical documentation, meetings, negotiations
Education
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
Samarkand State Institute of Architecture and Construction
Samarkand, Uzbekistan06.1998
Skills
- Machine Translation Post-editing (MTPE)
- Project management
- Multitasking
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Process improvement
- Budgeting & Quoting
- Quality Assurance
- Language Proficiency
- Advanced PC Usage
Certification
- Manager of Quality Management System based on ISO 9001:2008, SERT Management. JV Intercertifika - TÜV with TÜV Thüringen e.V
Training
Above upper intermediate spoken and written English, Peace Corps on the base of the Samarkand State University
Affiliations
- Music - I play numerous musical instruments
- Travel
Languages
Russian
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Bulgarian
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Visio
QuickBooks
ABBYY Fine Reader
SDL Trados
Interests
Fine Arts
Music
Aviation
Timeline
Senior Translation / Localization Project Manager
American Language Services
08.2022 - 09.2025
Representative in Southeast Europe
Industrial Services Worldwide L.p.
06.2015 - 08.2018
Freelance Translation and Interpretation
Numerous Translation Agencies
06.2013 - 08.2022
Sub-consultant
SRK Consulting
03.2012 - 06.2015
Logistics Manager
Eriell Corporation s.r.o.
05.2011 - 03.2012
Assistant to Chief Engineer
Eriell Corporation s.r.o.
12.2010 - 05.2011
JV Administrator
JV Amantaytau Goldfields
11.2006 - 09.2009
Liaison officer
Marakand Minerals Limited
01.2004 - 11.2006
Translator / Interpreter
TEPSCO (Tokyo Electric Power Services Company)
04.2003 - 12.2004
Translator / Interpreter
Multiplex Mining Pty
04.2002 - 12.2003
Interpreter/translator, Office Manager
Japan Airport Consultants, Inc.
03.1997 - 04.2002
Translator / Interpreter
BAT Uzbekistan
03.1994 - 02.1996
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
Samarkand State Institute of Architecture and Construction