United Arab Emirates
Contract Management Executive | Mining, OG&C, Nuclear & Infrastructure Projects | Formation Specialist Claims Resolution Expert Accomplished Contract Management professional with twenty (20) years of international experience delivering high-value, large-scale projects across the mining, oil & gas, nuclear, and infrastructure sectors. Expert in executing complex contracts in both brownfield and greenfield environments, managing the full contract lifecycle—from formation/tendering and administration through to closeout—across a wide range of contract types and delivery models. Extensive experience in the formation and tender package development for complex projects and packages. Skilled in identifying and implementing best practices during the formation/tendering phase to ensure clear scope definition, accountability, and appropriate risk allocation. A wealth of experience in post-award administration and change/claim management provides the insight to structure tender packages that enable effective change management while proactively addressing anticipated risks. Respected for authentic, hands-on leadership and a collaborative, high-energy approach that inspires high-performing teams and fosters innovation. Known for driving lean, value-focused project delivery strategies that consistently align with and advance overarching project objectives. Proven success as a Claims Lead, having resolved numerous multimillion-dollar claims of varying complexity and sensitivity. Recognized as a subject matter expert in contract management best practices, frequently engaged to design and implement governance frameworks and deliver stakeholder training that enhance commercial performance. Backed by a decade of technical experience in the electrical and telecommunications trades, bringing a practical, engineering-informed perspective to contract strategy, risk management, and project execution.
Oil, Gas & Chemicals (OG&C) - Projects • KGOC - Dorra Field Development Program - Onshore Processing Facility (OPF) Project for treatment of Sour Gas (632 MMSCFD) and Condensate (89 MBPD) - PMC
Oil, Gas & Chemicals (OG&C) Projects and Corporate – EPC & EPCM • Accountable for all client facing contract management activities and contracts personnel on several projects, including interfacing, delivery assurance, and risk mitigation across all lower tier subcontractor and vendor agreements. • Leading the implementation and integration of best-practice contract management processes into corporate procedures across the full project lifecycle—from inception to closeout. • Conduct senior management peer reviews of critical Construction and Vendor tender packages to verify that key risks and considerations are effectively addressed to ensure successful delivery in line with Project requirements.
Contracts Manager – Early Works Phase Warsaw, Poland l 2024 – 2025 PEJ – AP1000 Nuclear Project (Greenfield Nuclear Reactor – 3 Units) - EPCM • Led contracts personnel during the Early Works phase, including project setup, template development, governance procedures, and cross-functional training. • CAPEX development, contracting strategy planning, and supplier engagement. Contracts Manager – Underground Area Belgrade, Serbia l 2021 – 2024 Rio Tinto – Jadar Project (Greenfield Lithium Mine & Processing Plant – $3B) - PMC • Managed contract formation and administration for key underground and infrastructure packages. • Supported project setup and feasibility activities, ensuring alignment with project goals. Senior Contracts Specialist, and Contracts and Procurement - Closeout / Claims Manager; Abu Dhabi, UAE - 2013 – 2021 EGA – Al Taweelah Alumina Refinery Project (Greenfield – $3B) - EPCM • Led a team of 10 through project closeout, managing and resolving all project claims. • Managed contract formation and administration on several key packages Contracts Manager Newcastle, NSW, Australia l 2012 – 2013 Rio Tinto – Kooragang Coal Export Expansion (Brownfield – $350M) - EPCM • Managed the prime contract and led a team of 6 through project closeout. Contracts Supervisor Hay Point, QLD, Australia l 2010 – 2012 BHP – Hay Point Coal Handling Expansion Project ($2B) - EPCM • Led an 8-person team responsible for managing contract formation and administration on all land based and indirect packages Senior Contracts Specialist Newcastle, NSW, Australia l 2007 – 2010 Rio Tinto – Kooragang Coal Handling Expansion Project ($900M) - EPCM • Managed formation and administration on several key packages.
Electrical field maintenance and emergency breakdown works on all field equipment associated with open cut coal mine operations, i.e. from face shovels to crushing and loading infrastructure.
Supervised and executed electrical and telecommunication installations on multiple large-scale commercial projects