zia bakht

Commercial Assistant & Contracts Department
Saudi Technical Limited - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2018 - 2025 (7 Years)
* Prepared and processed Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) for major construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring
accurate quantity verification, billing documentation, and timely submission to consultants and clients. Coordinated with
site, planning, procurement, and commercial teams to track work progress, variations, and subcontractor claims in
compliance with contract requirements. Experienced in maintaining payment records, supporting cost control activities,
and facilitating approvals through SAP, ERP, and project documentation systems
* Assisted the commercial and contracts team in contract administration and project commercial activities.
* Prepared contracts, subcontract agreements, correspondence, and commercial documentation.
* Maintained records of invoices, payment certificates, claims, variation orders, and contractual communications.
* Coordinated with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers regarding contractual matters.
* Assisted in tender preparation, bid documentation, and commercial evaluations.
* Supported quantity verification, payment follow-ups, and cost tracking activities.
* Ensured proper filing and document control for all contracts and commercial records.
* Assisted management in monitoring contract compliance and project commercial performance.

* Coordinated multi-disciplinary construction and MEP projects across residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors in
Saudi Arabia.
* Managed project schedules, progress tracking, documentation control, and coordination between consultants,
contractors, suppliers, and clients.
* Prepared project reports, meeting minutes, submittals, RFIs, and progress updates for management review.
* Followed up on procurement status, material delivery schedules, and site requirements to ensure timely project
execution.
* Assisted project managers in planning, budgeting, and resource coordination.
* Coordinated with engineering, procurement, and commercial departments to ensure smooth workflow and compliance
with project timelines.
* Maintained project documentation and ensured compliance with company standards and contractual requirements.
* Supported tendering, variation orders, and project close-out documentation.

• Managed procurement and purchasing activities for construction and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinated with suppliers, subcontractors, and project teams for timely delivery of materials and services.
• Prepared RFQs, purchase orders, comparison sheets, and procurement documentation.
• Assisted commercial and contracts departments in contract administration and subcontractor coordination.
• Monitored project costs, invoices, claims, variations, and payment follow-ups.
• Maintained strong vendor relationships and negotiated competitive pricing and terms.
• Ensured compliance with company procurement procedures and project specifications.
• Coordinated material tracking, inventory follow-up, and logistics support.
• Supported project managers and commercial teams with reports, documentation, and commercial correspondence.
• Worked closely with finance and accounts departments regarding billing and payment processing.
• Maintained organized records of contracts, procurement files, and project documents.
• Contributed to improving operational efficiency and procurement workflow processes.