Iskandar R.
Senior Commercial Manager
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Iskandar R. is a seasoned Contract Manager with more than 25 years of experience in commercial and contract management across diverse international sectors, including EPC projects, infrastructure, power generation, oil & gas, marine, and industrial domains. Having worked in nations such as Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Thailand, he has demonstrated significant expertise in managing projects worth up to RM3.6 billion, achieving substantial commercial savings, and enhancing procurement governance. His roles at JGC Asia Pacific, General Electric, and Muhibbah Engineering involve implementing contract strategies, tender management, and cost control to meet project budgets and timelines. Notable achievements include the establishment of commercial governance frameworks, strategic procurement process enhancements, and risk management initiatives in high-value projects like the Waad Al-Shamal ISCCPP and New Doha International Airport. Iskandar holds a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), further solidifying his proficiency in the field.
Experience
SENIOR CONTRACT & PROCUREMENT
JGC ASIA PACIFIC (M) · 2022 — 2024Directed commercial and procurement strategies for an EPC manufacturing facility project valued at MYR 750 million, overseeing contract development and commercial evaluations. Managed procurement package awards within budget constraints while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.SENIOR CONTRACT ENGINEER / SENIOR QS
GENERAL ELECTRIC (GE) · 2017 — 2022Led EPC tendering strategies along with commercial evaluations and subcontract negotiations. Developed contract frameworks and awarded procurement packages while ensuring budget adherence.COMMERCIAL & PROCUREMENT MANAGER
MUHIBBAH ENGINEERING (M) BHD · 2016 — 2017Created comprehensive contract frameworks, directed commercial evaluations and bid assessments, ensuring successful procurement package awards within budget and schedule.SENIOR LEAD COST CONTROL / SENIOR LEAD QUANTITY SURVEYOR
MALAYSIAN MARINE HEAVY ENGINEERING (MMHE) · 2011 — 2015Oversaw commercial, procurement, and cost control functions for multi-million dollar EPC projects, managing subcontract procurement packages and conducting thorough commercial evaluations.SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR/ CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR
ALSTOM POWER ASIA PACIFIC · 2008 — 2012Managed site contract administration alongside quantity surveying activities, producing bills of quantities and monthly cost reports while reviewing contract documents and negotiating rates.PROCUREMENT QUANTITY SURVEYOR
TAISEI CORPORATION · 2007 — 2007Led supplier sourcing, conducted market surveys, and participated in tendering and contract awards, ensuring adherence to company policies and project requirements.COMMERCIAL MANAGER (PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT) PMC
ARCRADIUS SDN BHD · 2006 — 2007Managed commercial and contract management consultancy services for interior fit-out projects while developing project budgets and overseeing contract drafting and compliance.CONTRACT MANAGER
ABI CONSTRUCTION SDN BHD · 2002 — 2006Oversaw contract management and cost control for the Pekan Hospital project, managing tendering processes and contract administration.TECHNICAL OFFICER
MAYBANK BERHAD · 1996 — 2002Managed pre- and post-contract services for renovations and expansions of bank branches, monitoring site activities and preparing progress reports.QUANTITY SURVEYOR
PENANG SHIPBUILDING CONSTRUCTION · 1995 — 1996Assisted in subcontractor selection, performed cost valuation, and prepared bills of quantities while supporting interim valuation and final measurement processes.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor’s Sc Degree (Hons) in Quantity SurveyingUniversiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
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