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Mohamed Niswer Mohamed Haneefa, Commercial Lead

Mohamed Niswer Mohamed Haneefa

Commercial Lead·Royal Commission for AlUla Seconded by AtkinsRealis - Al Ula

Saudi Arabia

Bachelor's degree, BSc (Hons)

Work experience

Total years of experience: 19 years, 9 months

Commercial Lead

October 2023 - Present

Royal Commission for AlUla Seconded by AtkinsRealis - Al Ula

Medina, Saudi Arabia

October 2023 - Present

Royal Commission for AlUla Sconded by AtkinsRealis - Al Ula

Post Contract
• Accelerating financial processes by reviewing and forwarding payment recommendations to Finance.
• Managing contract scope changes by reviewing and amending Variation Orders with Contract Addenda.
• Routinely reviewing cost reports and ensuring budget accuracy for projects.
• Ensuring that all necessary bonds, insurances, undertakings, etc, are in the commercial interest of the Employer and in accordance with the relevant contract.
• Providing advice and support to the project team on cost-related matters.
• Actively involving self in preparing strategies to manage risks and opportunities, executing strategies, such as appropriate correspondences, record keeping.
• Conduct meetings and proactively follow up to meet a suitable conclusion.

Pre Contract
• Prepared framework agreements that align with RCU standards.
• Prepared & issued Call-off Orders/Task Orders based on framework agreements,
• Coordinate with the procurements department to finalize the tender process for multiple work packages.
• Developing PQQ, EOI, RFPs, and tender documents, tailoring to specific Business Owner needs.
• Conducting comprehensive reviews of vendor proposals to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Crafting and finalizing contract agreements, enhancing legal compliance and project delivery.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Construction and Building

Senior Quanitity Surveyor

May 2023 - October 2023

AlUla Development Company

Medina, Saudi Arabia

May 2023 - October 2023

Pre Contract
• Prepared Class 5 Estimation in accordance with UDC & PIF standards.
• Developed PQQ, EOI, RFPs, and tender documents to align with UDC requirements.
• Assisted in the prequalification process and selection of vendors, ensuring that only qualified contractors, consultants, suppliers, and specialists were considered.
• Conducting comprehensive reviews & tender evaluations of vendor proposals.
• Prepared tender addendums and post-tender clarifications as required.
• Drafting and finalizing contract agreements align with legal compliance.
• Prepared Cost Plans & estimations for regular cost checks to determine whether the project cost is within the budget.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Construction and Building

Commercial Manager

October 2021 - May 2023

DZAR Engineering & Cost Consultants, Sri Lanka, in collaboration with BH.NS Engineering Cost Consult

Colombo 1, Sri Lanka

October 2021 - May 2023

Post Contract
• Took the lead on all contractual matters such as contract document review, providing approval on change management procedures, and reporting on commercial matters to the Employer.
• Assisted Directors in leading and delivering all aspects of quantity surveying from the inception of a project through to completion
• Ensured that all contract management processes and procedures were in place to control and manage the relevant contracts effectively.
• Achieved the highest standards of professional competence and demonstrated this ability in all dealings with clients and professional contacts, reinforcing the profile of the company.
• Maintained and developed good relationships with clients, taking every opportunity to uphold and increase the profile of the firm as a provider of professional, premium quality services to the construction industry.

Pre Contract
• Reviewed tender documents and analyzed risks, pricing, scope, and schedule to optimize project outcomes.
• Finalized tender documents and ensured comprehensive client submissions, encompassing all project requirements.
• Managed post-contract commercial aspects and contract administration, aligning with strict project requirements.
• Proactively identified and resolved key issues, ensuring project continuity and stability.
• Reviewed and adjusted cost reports to maximize the benefit of the project, ensuring financial accuracy and efficiency.
• Produced cost estimates at the concept, scheme, and detailed design stages and managed and oversaw the production of a detailed BOQ for tender.

Company industry:
Architecture
Job role:
Engineering

Senior Quantity Surveyor

February 2015 - October 2021

Al Gurg Consultants

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 2015 - October 2021

Pre Contract
• Reviewed and compared scopes of work, production rates, and cost data.
• Prepared cost estimates and budgets for proposed new projects.
• Prepared PQQ & EOI.
• Streamlined project procurement by preparing Tender Documents, Tender Evaluation Reports, PTC’s,
• Assisted Contract manager in preparing LOI/LOA, and Contract agreements as required.
• Advised on a suitable procurement strategy.
• Coordinated with multiple departments to integrate all design requirements into the Schedules/Bill of quantities, ensuring comprehensive tender documents.
• Managed the tender process, reviewed and analyzed tender returns, and prepared a recommendation to the client.
• Input into value and risk management workshops as required by the client.
Post Contract
• Reviewed and finalized the contractor's Interim Payment Applications, Statement at Completion, and Final Payment Application in accordance with the contract, and submitted to the Client.
• Improved financial transparency by preparing and submitting monthly cost reports with forecasted financial information.
• Ensured and maintained that the insurance and bonds were valid. Directed the contractors for timely renewals.
• As primary project cost controller, ensured that the project remained on budget through the construction phases
• Contributed to project cost-efficiency by participating in the preparation of Value Engineering.
• Prepared Sub-consultancy Agreements.
• Provided advice on contractual disputes and ambiguities.
• Monitor and control the project cost throughout the construction project.

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Architecture

Quantity Surveyor

June 2011 - January 2015

Al Watan Trading and Contracting

Doha, Qatar

June 2011 - January 2015

Pre Contract
• Prepared tender documents, including Bills of Quantities, and enhanced tender submissions, including MEP and landscaping works.
• Established and addressed tender queries for clarification and attended pre-tender meetings to optimize submissions.
• Negotiated with Contractors and suppliers to obtain the best prices for materials and services.
• Facilitated competitive bidding by preparing RFQ and ITT documents for suppliers and sub-contractors to improve project cost efficiency.
• Finalized interim valuations for completed works by conducting site meetings, ensuring accuracy in interim applications.
• Improved project outcomes by successfully negotiating with vendors on variation and claim issues.
• Cooperated with different individuals and teams to ensure the smooth progress of a construction task.
• Allocated work to subcontractors and oversaw their work at all stages of the construction.
• Undertook cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work.
• Maintained a variation log that tracked the status of all variations and substantiation, negotiation, and agreement of variations with the Client/Consultant.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Engineering

Quantity Surveyor

February 2009 - May 2011

HARINSA CONT. CO. (ECISA GROUP)

Doha, Qatar

February 2009 - May 2011

Post Contract
• Ensured timely preparation and delivery of monthly payment applications, resulting in consistent Engineer's approval.
• Identified and submitted potential variations, ensuring project completeness and compliance.
• Prepared Scope of Works and interface responsibility matrix for sub-contract packages, detailing project specifics.
• Certified Subcontractor's monthly valuations and final accounts, overseeing an efficient payment process for subcontractors.
• Recorded comprehensive commercial information for the project, involving labor, material, and subcontractors.
• Study a project's practical alterations and suggest reasonable budget changes.
• Liaise efficiently with the Client and other construction professionals, such as Site Managers, Project Managers, and Site Engineers.

Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Engineering

Quantity Surveyor

September 2006 - January 2009

Ambanco Construction (pvt) Ltd

Colombo 7, Sri Lanka

September 2006 - January 2009

Pre & Post Contract
• Quantity take-off from tender drawings and prepared Bill of quantities.
• Conducted field visits to measure the quantity of progress of work and prepared interim valuations.
• Reviewed, evaluated, and certified sub-contractor payment applications.
• Collaborated with different individuals and teams to ensure the smooth progress of a construction task.
• Participated in progress and commercial meetings.
• Prepared pre & post-contractual documents.
• Evaluated the Variation Order requests from the Sub-Contractors and Suppliers.
• Prepared comparison of quotations received from suppliers.
• Compared tender BOQ quantities with actuals for tender submissions.
• Assisted in the preparation of tender documents for submission.

Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Engineering

Education

London South Bank University

September 2014

September 2014

Bachelor's degree, BSc (Hons)

Qatar

edexcel (UK)

December 2011

December 2011

Bachelor's degree, BTEC Higher National Diploma in Quantity Surveying

United Kingdom

City & Guilds

December 2008

December 2008

Diploma, Advanced Diploma in Construction Industry Quantity surveying

United Kingdom

Sri Lanka College of Technical, Colombo.

December 2008

December 2008

Diploma, National Certificate in Technology Quantity Surveying

Sri Lanka

Skills

Quantity Surveying
Expert
Quantity Surveying
Expert
Estimating
Expert
Estimating
Expert
Planning
Expert
Planning
Expert
AutoCAD
Expert
AutoCAD
Expert
Computer Hardware Troubleshooting
Expert
Computer Hardware Troubleshooting
Expert
Diploma in Computer studies
Intermediate
Diploma in Computer studies
Intermediate
Diploma in Desktop publishing
Intermediate
Diploma in Desktop publishing
Intermediate
Diploma in Hardware Engineering & Network administration
Beginner
Diploma in Hardware Engineering & Network administration
Beginner
Quantity Surveying
Expert
Quantity Surveying
Expert
Estimating
Expert
Estimating
Expert
Planning
Expert
Planning
Expert
AutoCAD
Expert
AutoCAD
Expert
Computer Hardware Troubleshooting
Expert
Computer Hardware Troubleshooting
Expert

Languages

English
Intermediate
Tamil
Expert

Memberships

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

Student Member

September 2008

Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL)

Student Member

December 2009

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Diploma in Hardware Engineering & Network administration
Turnkey IT training centre
Jan 2005 - Jun 2005

Training
Master in Contact Administration
DOCEO PROTEGO ERUDIO - DRSAM FZE
Mar 2019