Ahamed Afrath

• Managed the complete pre-contract and post-contract commercial process for multiple construction projects
simultaneously.
• Supervised quantity surveyors, estimators, and junior commercial staff, providing technical guidance and
performance support.
• Reviewed and approved quantity take-offs, cost estimates, rate analyses, and tender pricing prior to
management submission.
• Led commercial negotiations with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to secure favorable
contractual and financial outcomes.
• Managed contract administration activities including claims, variations, extensions of time (EOT), and dispute
resolution.
• Reviewed and certified subcontractor payments, variation claims, and final accounts in accordance with
contractual terms.
• Coordinated with project managers, planning engineers, procurement teams, and site staff to ensure smooth
commercial operations.
• Led meetings with clients, consultants, and stakeholders regarding commercial progress, claims, and
payment certifications.
• Identified contractual risks and implemented mitigation measures to protect the company’s commercial
interests.
• Oversaw the preparation of monthly commercial reports and presented project financial status to senior
management.
• Ensured compliance with company policies, contractual procedures, and industry standards across all
commercial activities.
• Managed final account negotiations with clients and subcontractors to achieve timely project closeout and
maximize commercial recovery.

• Analyzed tender documents, including scope of work, specifications, BOQ, drawings, and client requirements
to ensure precise cost estimating.
• I found discrepancies or ambiguities and prepared technical queries to seek clarifications from consultants or
clients.
• Priced BOQ items using current material and labor rates; used pre-defined labor productivity norms to ensure
correct costing.
• Developed price comparison sheets and adjustment schedules, including unit pricing breakdowns.
• Compiled commercial and technical documents for tender submissions by client and internal requirements.
• Maintained detailed logs for subcontractor payments, variations, and contract changes to ease transparent
financial tracking and compliance.
• Analyzed design changes, site conditions, and client instructions to find variations.

• Developed precise material quantity assessments using design documents and site data to support
procurement schedules and keep cost efficiency.
• Delivered actionable insights for buying decisions based on real-time consumption and progress tracking.
• Found and evaluated project deviations arising from design revisions or unforeseen site factors.
• Compiled detailed change requests with technical evidence to support contract variations and client approval.
• Engaged with cost managers to reconcile financial entries and streamline approval workflows.
• Scrutinized subcontractor submissions against site progress and contractual deliverables.
• Prepared and issued certified payment recommendations, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Led joint verification sessions with engineering stakeholders to confirm completed works.

• Aided in performing quantity take-offs from construction drawings and specifications to support cost
estimation and material planning.
• Participated in joint measurements with the Engineers representative to verify on-site work progress.
• Conducted site visits to see work activities and gather data for quantity and progress tracking.
• Maintained daily site reports to document activities, delays, and key observations.
• Supported the preparation of Interim Payment Applications for submission to the Employer/Engineer.
• Helped reconcile contractor and supplier invoices with approved quantities and work completed.
• Help prepare and issue RFQs with relevant drawings, specifications, and BOQ items.
• Drafted RFIs to clarify drawing discrepancies and scope-related queries.