Rahuman G.
Senior Contracts and Commercial Manager
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R.G.S. Ashfak is a seasoned professional specializing in contract and commercial management with over 27 years of international expertise. His experience spans infrastructure, nuclear, hospitality, and mixed-use developments, particularly within the UAE and KSA. His role as a Senior Contracts and Commercial Manager involved leading the administration of FIDIC and EPC contracts on high-value programs exceeding US$20B. He is known for Employer-side contract governance, specifically in entitlement assessment, EOT evaluation, and dispute avoidance. Ashfak has successfully managed contracts for the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation and other notable projects, achieving zero unresolved claims and a reduction in risk exposure. His work in the UAE's luxury project sectors, such as the Rixos-branded luxury developments, highlights his skills in procurement and contract strategy and risk mitigation, aligning with regulatory compliance across the entire contract lifecycle. As a recognized expert, he holds significant professional qualifications like MRICS and MAIQS, underpinning his status as a leading figure in contract administration.
Experience
Senior Contracts and Commercial Manager
Pioneer International PMC · 2026 — 2026Managed contract oversight for luxury Rixos-branded developments, ensuring adherence to a US$200M contract value. Formulated the contract formation process, which included contractor prequalification and tender documentation, while considering dispute mitigation strategies. Drafted LOIs and LOAs that included liability caps and termination rights. Established KPIs and mechanisms for stakeholders to monitor effective value engineering processes. Reviewed and negotiated terms of consultant agreements to align them with UAE laws and provisions. Provided advisory on procurement and contract strategy, optimizing risk allocation at the design stage. Developed risk allocation matrices to delineate obligations effectively and crafted risk matrices for the contractor. Analyzed changes to scope and processed payments, preparing various commercial contract reports.Consultant
Freelancing · 2025 — 2026Provided forensic delay analysis and quantum expert services, supporting contractors and consultants through independent adjudication and dispute resolution.Senior Commercial Manager
TAS Builders (Pvt) Ltd · 2023 — 2025Oversaw post-contract management for large-scale developments, ensuring compliance with valuation cycles and contractual obligations. Managed FIDIC-based contract administration and implemented change control mechanisms. Served as an expert for leadership, facilitating decision-making and financial governance. Directed over $165M in FIDIC contracts, achieving approval on numerous variations through substantiation. Ensured robust documentation for audit readiness and compliance while crafting procurement and contract strategies.Commercial & Contracts Specialist
Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) · 2010 — 2023Oversaw commercial activities for one of the largest EPC nuclear programs globally, managing contract governance, valuation, and administration across various packages. Led a team while implementing digital transformation initiatives. Managed claims and disputes, ensuring zero unresolved claims with a reduction in exposure. Certified variations across multiple scopes and developed digital inspection systems that expedited approval cycles.Manager – Quantity Survey
Dubai Properties Group · 2007 — 2010Managed commercial delivery for various major mixed-use and high-end developments, addressing both pre- and post-contract functions. Oversaw teams of quantity surveyors and established cost control strategies to safeguard client returns. Played an integral role in change management and resolving disputes across significant projects.Senior Cost Engineer
Hill International Overseas · 2006 — 2007Handled post-contract commercial administration for high-rise developments, focusing on cost reporting and compliance. Introduced structured methodologies for change control and forecasting. Supported executive reporting and cash-flow planning initiatives.Senior Quantity Surveyor
United Design International · 2004 — 2006Prepared BOQs, cost estimates, cost plans, and tender documentation for pre-contract phases.Project Quantity Surveyor
Dutco Construction Co. · 2002 — 2004Managed the settlement of subcontractor final accounts, ensuring timely close-out of accounts and claims.Quantity Surveyor
Daya Constructions Pvt Ltd · 2000 — 2002Conducted quantity take-offs, BOQs, and cost plans to facilitate project tendering and budgeting.Project Quantity Surveyor
Komuthi Engineering Pvt Ltd · 1998 — 2000Managed progress measurement, interim payment processing, and valuing variations while performing compliance checks.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Doctor of Business AdministrationUniversity of Kelaniya · — — 2027
- Master of Laws in Construction Law, Arbitration & Adjudicationnot specified · 2013 — 2013
- Bachelor of Science with Honors in Quantity SurveyingUniversity of Reading, UK · 2008 — 2008
- Graduate Diploma in Civil EngineeringEngineering Council, UK · 1999 — 1999
- National Diploma in Technology in Civil EngineeringUniversity of Moratuwa · 1998 — 1998
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