Created to deliver first class, cost effective solutions to clients regionally and internationally Vanguard encompasses a network of industry professionals with vast experience across all aspects of construction, including dispute resolution and arbitration as well as extensive experience within the post completion aspects of facility management. – The ethos which drives the business is simple - to deliver high end consultancy, specific to meet the client’s needs at a realistic price.A… Show more Created to deliver first class, cost effective solutions to clients regionally and internationally Vanguard encompasses a network of industry professionals with vast experience across all aspects of construction, including dispute resolution and arbitration as well as extensive experience within the post completion aspects of facility management. – The ethos which drives the business is simple - to deliver high end consultancy, specific to meet the client’s needs at a realistic price.A key constant within the construction and property industry is the requirement to deliver projects within budget and on time, as well as giving due regard to post completion operational/facilities related issues, a process which is often overlooked in current construction projects. Vanguard can assist through these phases of your project from inception through to feasibility, procurement, contractor placement, management and resolution/finalization of project accounts or claims. Please review our extensive list of services. Additionally Vanguard can ensure that good operational practices are considered and implemented during the life of the project resulting in operational efficiencies post completion. Vanguards ability to limit/control overheads and to leverage our consultancy team over a number of projects allows us to offer competitive rates or fixed price contracts across the wide range of our services. This unique approach allows our Clients to benefit from professional expertise on a project by project basis without the retained employment costs of a wide range of experts. Put us to the test, give us a call for a free no obligation discussion, to see how Vanguard can help you, your project and your returns. Show less

A key member of the DMCC Property Leadership team with responsibility for developing, monitoring and evaluating commercial and financial strategy for the Business Park Development project with emphasis on financial performance, capital management and efficiency and enhancing stakeholder value. Provision of key financial insights to help make enhanced decisions about formulating and executing strategy to support and achieve corporate as well as functional objectives for this multi billion $… Show more A key member of the DMCC Property Leadership team with responsibility for developing, monitoring and evaluating commercial and financial strategy for the Business Park Development project with emphasis on financial performance, capital management and efficiency and enhancing stakeholder value. Provision of key financial insights to help make enhanced decisions about formulating and executing strategy to support and achieve corporate as well as functional objectives for this multi billion $ development. Responsibility for developing financing for the new property developments and liaison for financing partners. Management of the commercial department within the Property structure to deliver robust/financially secure budgets, reports and post contract administration across the key development projects for DMCC including the selection, management appraisal and development of subordinate staff. Show less

Reporting directly to the Chairman of Damac group responsible for the management of the Quantity Surveying Department across a number of projects totalling in excess of AED 100 million sqft of mixed use residential, retail, commercial developments. Approximate value AED 23 Billion Duties include management of the following functions, project estimation, development appraisals, feasibility and verification of tender Bills of Quantities through to finalisation of accounts (including… Show more Reporting directly to the Chairman of Damac group responsible for the management of the Quantity Surveying Department across a number of projects totalling in excess of AED 100 million sqft of mixed use residential, retail, commercial developments. Approximate value AED 23 Billion Duties include management of the following functions, project estimation, development appraisals, feasibility and verification of tender Bills of Quantities through to finalisation of accounts (including procurement process) on assigned projects. Manage projects commercially to ensure that they are complete on Budget and that commercial/contractual risks are minimised. Interim payment management, review and assessment, liaison with Bank (escrow) funders. Implement cost management solutions, standards, guidelines and controls so that all relevant procedural requirements are fulfilled for delivering effective cost management on assigned projects. Carry out quantity surveying tasks on assigned projects including management of allocated quantity surveyor resources. Management of QS consultants’ activities for conformance with the provisions of contract and projects’ needs. Work closely with Design Managers to resolve BOQs, Value engineering, cost management and coordination issues for assigned projects as may be necessary.Prepare project costs, cash flow and QS reports including estimating reports, cost reports, cost trend reports, variance reports, status of final account, etc.Prepare and analyse cost variance reports, and coordinate with Design Managers and Project Managers for remedial action. Conduct project cost performance reviews periodically. Co-ordinate with Project Managers to analyse cost reports and ensure compliance to defined cost standards for the project. Show less

Group Recoveries Manager responsible for all legal, contentious & alternative forms of dispute resolution covering a range of historic and current projects within the UAE & Qatar, with a total outstanding revenue in excess of AED 5.0 billion. Responsible for Arbitration preparation, management, submission and pursuit, including the management of external Legal & Expert Quantum, Delay & Technical consultants and internal claim teams/resources. Direct engagement with Employers on settlement… Show more Group Recoveries Manager responsible for all legal, contentious & alternative forms of dispute resolution covering a range of historic and current projects within the UAE & Qatar, with a total outstanding revenue in excess of AED 5.0 billion. Responsible for Arbitration preparation, management, submission and pursuit, including the management of external Legal & Expert Quantum, Delay & Technical consultants and internal claim teams/resources. Direct engagement with Employers on settlement discussions, strategies and alternative dispute resolution. Previously employed as the Group Commercial Manager within the Habtoor Leighton Group, with responsibility covering the MENA regional activities. Responsible for the Commercial and Contractual management of projects including the initial tender selection & approval, Contract conditions review, tender settlement, tender & performance bond review and approval, contract negotiation and associated commercial frameworks, risk analysis, engagement of staff, setting of project budgets, the management and recruitment of Project Commercial Managers and Senior Quantity Surveyors. Show less

Commercial Leader of the Scottish Schools project’s for Laing O’Rourke Scotland. A project procured through PPP route with a contract value of £320 million covering both the Edinburgh Schools Project at £ 170 m (8 Schools) and the Perth & Kinross Schools Project at £ 150 m (6 Schools). Involved in the contractual and commercial activities, Monthly reporting, procurement, budgetary control and management of project risks, variation management, control of the Reviewable design process, business… Show more Commercial Leader of the Scottish Schools project’s for Laing O’Rourke Scotland. A project procured through PPP route with a contract value of £320 million covering both the Edinburgh Schools Project at £ 170 m (8 Schools) and the Perth & Kinross Schools Project at £ 150 m (6 Schools). Involved in the contractual and commercial activities, Monthly reporting, procurement, budgetary control and management of project risks, variation management, control of the Reviewable design process, business development and the recruitment of staff. Previously as Commercial Leader of the Portfolio Projects division within Laing O’Rourke Scotland I was commercially and contractually responsible for the management of the PPP bid submissions totaling £ 1.5 Billion Sterling. Successfully negotiating circa £ 750 million of opportunities including the above Education projects and a £ 280 Million in Healthcare scheme with the balance associated with Custodial projects & commercial/retail. Responsible for the high level bid commercial and contractual elements including negotiations with funders & consortium leaders, affordability assessment, PSC analysis, consultant appointments and agreements, Heads of Terms and Project agreements. In addition to the project wide activities I am also responsible for the Bid submission and the sufficiency and robustness of the proposed solution. Identifying both commercial and project specific risk and implementing robust plans and solutions to eliminate or minimise risk to the company. The management and coordination of staff and bid activities to ensure that project and group resources are fully utilised and managed to achieve the aspirations of both the specific project and the aspirations of the company. Show less

Responsible for the overall commercial and contractual activities of the business within the Central belt of Scotland, including estimating, buying department, commercial team. The commercial team covering approximately £ 50 million of construction activity across the region, managing a team of 15 surveyors ranging from Senior quantity surveyors to assistant and trainee surveyors. Responsible for budgeting and monthly reporting to the Main board.

Responsible for the overall commercial and contractual activities of the business within the West Central area of Scotland, including estimating, buying department, commercial team. The commercial team covering approximately £ 25 million of construction activity across the region, managing a team of 8 surveyors ranging from Senior quantity surveyors to assistant and trainee surveyors. Responsible for budgeting and monthly reporting to the Main board.

Commenced employee as Trainee Quantity Survey undertaking 5 year Part time Degree course in Quantity Surveying. Worked the way through the ranks on a multitude or residential, commercial, heath care and custodial projects through the 10-11 year tenure.