Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Commercial and contracts leader across mega infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, Oman and Egypt. Chartered construction professional, certified cost professional and dispute resolution practitioner (MCIOB, MCIArb, MAIADR, CCP). 15+ years of progressive experience delivering commercial governance, contract administration and dispute management on programmes exceeding USD 2.2 billion. Proven expertise in FIDIC, NEC and bespoke contracts, with deep specialisation in claims management, variations, Extension of Time, prolongation costs and forensic delay analysis under the SCL Protocol and AACE Recommended Practices, including successful resolution and avoidance of disputes valued at USD 100+ million. My admission as a Certified Cost Professional with AACE International formalizes the cost engineering and quantum side of that work, which is where most claims are won or lost once entitlement is established. Demonstrated ability to lead end to end commercial operations, manage procurement and subcontracting strategies, control CVR, forecasting and commercial risk, and provide executive level advisory to senior management and JV committees. Strong background in arbitration support and dispute resolution, ensuring protection of project value in complex multinational environments. As a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, I approach disputes from both sides of the table: building the record that will be tested, and understanding how a tribunal will test it. My membership of the Asian Institute of Alternative Dispute Resolution extends that into the Asian and African ADR community, where a growing share of GCC project disputes are now argued Recognized for establishing robust commercial controls, governance frameworks and ethical, value driven leadership, supported by a combination that few commercial roles carry together: chartered construction management (MCIOB), formal dispute resolution capability (MCIArb, MAIADR) and certified cost and quantum expertise (CCP). Fluent in English and Arabic, engaging effectively with employers, engineers, consultants, legal advisors and JV partners across the full project lifecycle.
▪ Commercial Operations Management directed end-to-end commercial operations and procurement activities for major infrastructure project packages, ensuring cost control, contractual compliance, and value optimization. ▪ Dispute Resolution & Avoidance successfully resolved and avoided contractual disputes exceeding USD 100 Million, minimizing financial exposure and protecting employer entitlements. ▪ Claims, EOT & Prolongation Management led the preparation, substantiation, and negotiation of Extension of Time (EOT), variation, and prolongation cost claims under FIDIC conditions and applicable local laws. ▪ Arbitration Strategy Coordination coordinated arbitration and dispute resolution strategies with international consultants, claims experts, and law firms, supporting successful dispute outcomes and risk mitigation.
▪ Contract Administration administered construction contracts including variations, Extension of Time (EOT) submissions, and interim/final payment certifications in compliance with contractual conditions. ▪ Commercial Risk Reporting prepared commercial risk reports, cost exposure analyses, and entitlement summaries to support management decision-making and project governance. ▪ Arbitration & Dispute Support supported arbitration preparation through documentation control, claim substantiation, correspondence management, and coordination with commercial and legal teams.
▪ Subcontract Administration supported subcontract agreements, scope alignment, payment tracking, and contractual correspondence to ensure compliance and cost control. ▪ BOQ Management & Measurement prepared, reviewed, and updated Bills of Quantities (BOQs), measurements, and variations to support accurate valuation and claims preparation. ▪ Procurement & Material Control supported procurement activities including material take-offs, vendor coordination, and technical submittals aligned with project requirements. ▪ Claims Preparation Support assisted in claims and variation preparation through documentation, quantity analysis, and contractual entitlement reviews.
▪ Structural Design Engineering designed reinforced concrete, steel, and foundation systems in accordance with project specifications and applicable codes. ▪ Site Supervision & Execution supervised site execution activities, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with approved drawings and technical standards. ▪ Construction Coordination coordinated between site teams, consultants, and contractors to resolve technical issues and ensure smooth construction progress.