Uswath Salamah

 Led the commercial activities of interior fit-out projects during pre-contract and post-contract stages using a methodical and strategic approach.
 Collaborated with diverse stakeholders.
 Produced comprehensive cost estimates for fit-out and joinery works, supporting successful tendering and project profitability.
 Initiated and managed Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and project budgets, ensuring effective commercial and cost management throughout the project lifecycle.
 Utilized PlanSwift to conduct detailed quantity take-offs, enhancing the accuracy of cost planning and procurement activities.
 Led the financial control of commercial, residential and mixed-use developments.
 Used cost control tools such as EVA, CVR and CTC to identify potential financial risks and to prevent cost overruns.
 Maintained cost variance below 3% across multiple projects through rigorous cost monitoring and forecasting, while maintaining quality standards.
 Spearheaded variation orders and change control processes, evaluating commercial impacts and securing appropriate approvals.
 Identified and implemented value engineering opportunities to optimize project costs while maintaining quality, functionality, and client requirements.
 Streamlined the procurement process for suppliers and subcontractors including RFPs, bid comparison / tender evaluation, negotiations, finalizations.
 Reduced project costs by 8-12% through value engineering and strategic procurement.
 Led contract reviews and advised project teams on contractual obligations, risks, and entitlements under FIDIC and bespoke agreements.
 Administered subcontract agreements effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
 Assessed and certified monthly subcontractor valuations, ensuring accurate payment assessments and compliance with contractual requirements.
 Successfully negotiated and settled over AED 20M in variations and claims with subcontractors.
 Maintained 100% timely submission of variations, claims, rate breakdowns, contemporary documents, monthly payment applications, final accounts, thus improving cash flow, reducing payment delays avoiding disputes.
 Accelerated the final account settlement with Clients and reduced the timing by 20%.
 Implemented project cash flow forecasts to assist in financial planning, cost control, and monitoring.
 Reviewed the design aspects and advised on correction techniques
 Launched productivity study in coordination with engineers and supervisors to establish labour rates for specific activity
 Adept in preparing reports
 Led a team of four quantity surveyors

 Studied tender documentation, prepared Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and developed accurate cost estimates to ensure timely and competitive tender submissions
 Directed the procurement process by issuing enquiries, evaluating supplier proposals, and securing competitive quotations.
 Established detailed cost analyses and pricing breakdowns to support tender submissions and commercial evaluations.
 Liaised with clients to understand project requirements, specifications, and commercial expectations.
 Conducted site surveys and assessments to gather technical data and support accurate project costing.
 Identified and proposed cost-effective alternative materials and solutions while maintaining required quality and performance standards.
 Improved tender submission turnaround time by \[20-30\] % through streamlined estimating processes.
 Exhibited strong analytical, communication and negotiation skills.

 Analyzed tender documents, prepared BOQs, and developed cost estimates for timely tender submissions.
 Estimated costs for interior fit-out and joinery works.
 Attended client meetings to understand project requirements and scope.
 Consistently delivered excellent client care, fostering long-term relationships and repeat business.
 Conducted site surveys to support accurate project costing and execution planning.
 Reduced measurement discrepancies by 15% through improved QS verification processes.
 Issued enquiries and obtained competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
 Established detailed cost breakdowns including materials, labour, preliminaries, plant cost, overheads and other costs.
 Proposed value engineering alternatives and generated technical compliance statements.
 Processed project budgets and material procurement lists.
 Performed quantity take-offs using PlanSwift.
 Raised material requisitions for construction works.
 Tracked and oversaw project variations, claims, and rate breakdown submissions.
 Ensured timely submission of variations, claims, and supporting contractual documentation.
 Reviewed design drawings and provided technical feedback for improvements and corrections.
 Ensured compliance with relevant building codes, including DCD requirements.
 Coordinated sample submissions for client approval.
 Liaised with factory teams to ensure accurate execution and provision of required technical details.
 Worked effectively as a team leader for draftsmen and quantity surveyors
 Exhibited proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Preparing bill of materials by carefully studying the drawings.
• Checking with the suppliers for the material costs & making comparison statements.
• Preparing drawings using AutoCAD to support any proposals being given to the client
• Coordinating with the factory for the works to be carried out.
• Supervising the workers & ensuring the timely completion of the work.
• Reviewing the design aspects & advising on correction techniques if required.
• Checking on the deliveries & providing all details required for the preparation of invoices.