Wassim Iskandar

• Completed multiple projects across domestic and commercial sectors, totaling AU$25M
• Drafted and negotiated contract amendments, changes and extensions for review by management.
• Reviewed, analyzed and interpreted contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Maintained records of all executed agreements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Provided guidance on contractual matters to internal stakeholders.
• Conducted research on applicable local laws, regulations and industry trends related to contracts.
• Resolved complex contract disputes between parties in a timely manner.
• Developed standard templates for various types of contracts used within the organization.
• Tracked deadlines for contractual milestones such as payments, renewals or terminations.
• Advised management regarding potential risks associated with proposed contracts.
• Prepared documents necessary for completing transactions including purchase orders, invoices and delivery receipts.
• Coordinated meetings between contracting parties to discuss issues or resolve conflicts.
• Negotiated price adjustments when needed due to changes in scope or unforeseen circumstances.
• Ensured that all required documentation was completed accurately prior to submitting proposals or contracts for approval.

Key Project: Reinforcement of Al Dakhiliyah Water Transmission System - Infrastructure - AU$ 750M (187km of pipe networks including tanks, pump stations and reservoirs -Design-Build FIDIC Contract)

• Review and analysis of the contract terms and conditions during tendering for risk identification and mitigation;
• Conduction of value engineering workshops with sub-contractors and vendors to achieve cost reduction;
• Review and presentation of monthly progress reports;
• Budgeting and cost analysis, review and monitoring in collaboration with accounts and planning departments;
• Procurement of material required for the execution of the works including negotiation and delivery scheduling in compliance with the programme of works;
• Drafting, negotiating, awarding and management of sub-contract agreements and identification of relevant scope of works (technical and commercial) for different work trades;
• Participated in legal consultation with local lawyers and provided all information and supporting documents;

Key Accomplishments:

• Entrusted by Senior Management with the assignment of managing additional regional contracts within the GCC area as well as in Oman;
• Forged robust professional relationships with clients, consultants, sub-contractors and vendors;

Key Project: Development of Muscat International Airport Project – Transportation – AU$ 375M (Main Contract 1 (MC1) constituting of the construction of a new runway and taxiway including associated services)

• Coordinated regular contract reviews to identify areas for improvement or renegotiation.
• Strategically evaluated market trends for potential opportunities
• Cultivated robust connections with clients, contractors, and vendors
• Provided guidance to other departments regarding the interpretation of contractual terms and conditions.
• Created templates for new contracts based on standard industry practices.
• Maintained an accurate database of all signed contracts and related documents.
• Coordinated with external legal counsel when necessary to resolve complex issues.
• Participated in cross-functional teams to develop effective contract management systems.
• Assisted in developing policies and procedures related to contract administration.
• Managed vendor relationships by ensuring timely payments and resolving any payment disputes.
• Collaborated with procurement team members to ensure goods were delivered according to agreed upon timelines.
• Reviewed requests for proposals before they were submitted to vendors.
• Provided training sessions on contract management processes and procedures.

Key Accomplishments:

• Managed and awarded 7 major tenders for hotel projects in Muscat and Dhofar Governorates
• Successfully settled claims and change requests for the Muscat International Airport Project, including HILL-Client Contract and Client-Contractors Contracts matters.
• Developed strategic partnerships with organizations like the Public Authority of Civil Aviation.
• Reassigned to project upon client's strong recommendation to Hill International

Key Project: Development of Muscat International Airport Project – Transportation – AU$ 375M (Main Contract 1 (MC1) constituting of the construction of a new runway and taxiway including associated services)

• Met contractual requirements for the Government of Oman - Ministry of Transport and
• Communications
• Consistently met budgets and timeframes during the engineering and construction phases of the
• Project
• Conducted in-depth due diligence, analysed and overhauled contract documentation; resolved
• Contractual issues
• Ensured all contractual obligations were met in accordance with company and industry rules
• Trusted to sanction contractual changes, solved claims and variations with contractors
• Key Project: Development of Muscat International Airport Project - Transportation - AU$ 375M
• (Main Contract 1 (MC1) constituting of the construction of a new runway and taxiway including
• Associated services)

Key Projects: Zamalek Residence Project (3B+1G+17 Luxurious floors in Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt - AU$ 100M | Cairo Festival City Project Infrastructure: Roads, Sanitary Networks, Power and DC Networks in Cairo, Egypt - AUD 180M

• Utilised project management experience - planning, controls, processes, systems; met client and project objectives.
• Negotiated terms; effectively settled claims and variations with clients.
• Expertly managed contracts, contractual letters, and correspondence to ensure terms and conditions were met.
• Consistently met project deliverables and financial goals.

• Tracked contract milestones and updated stakeholders to facilitate project progress
• Enhanced client relationships by providing exceptional support during the contract negotiation
• Process
• Ensured timely execution of contracts by closely monitoring deadlines and coordinating efforts
• With internal teams
• Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems
• Developed comprehensive reporting tools for effective management of contract portfolios
• Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the
• Effectiveness of contract administration processes
• Addressed contract disputes and provided advice and guidance to resolve issues