Basit Anwar Makai

Secondment to Dubai Holding Asset Management

• Managed cost management activities for retail development and refurbishment packages, optimizing financial performance across projects like Palm Jumeirah Mall, Ibn Battuta Mall and Bluewaters Retail.
• Utilized Primavera Unifier across multiple projects for cost management, budget tracking, forecasting, payment management, change control, and project financial reporting.
• Prepared and monitored project budgets, forecasts, and monthly internal cost reports, ensuring accurate tracking of project financial performance.
• Reviewed consultants’ and contractors’ payment applications, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, approved budgets, and project progress.
• Managed Requests for Change (RFCs), Variation Orders, and associated cost impacts, supporting effective commercial and financial decision-making.
• Implemented cost control measures to mitigate financial risks, enhancing project stability and budget adherence throughout the lifecycle.
• Prepared Pre-Tender Cost (PTC) estimates, tender analyses, and recommendations to support procurement and contractor selection for new packages.
• Led cost management initiatives to optimize project budgets, improve cost forecasting accuracy, and enhance financial control.
• Prepared Novation Agreements and Contracts for various packages.
• Conducted market and cost trend analysis to inform procurement strategies and support effective vendor negotiations.
• Developed comprehensive cost estimation and forecasting models to support financial planning, budget allocation, and resource optimization.
• Collaborated with project management, procurement, consultants, contractors, and other cross-functional teams to streamline commercial processes and improve operational efficiency.

Project Quantity Surveyor – AECOM (Sep 2021 – Dec 2025)

Mall of the Emirates Redevelopment | Majid Al Futtaim | Dubai, UAE | AED 5 billion+| Jan 2024 - Dec 2025

• Pre-Contract: Prepared feasibility estimates, rate analysis, BOQs, and tender analysis for Licensed Corridor, Car Park Modification Works, Luxury Toilets, and Luxury Seismic Works.
• Conducted benchmarking and value engineering, supporting strategic client decisions.
• Post-Contract: Independently managed multiple live packages (WECA, Seismic Works, Car Park Enhancements, Luxury Toilets).
• Delivered monthly cost reports, accruals, and payment certifications.
• Negotiated and settled 50+ variations, issued numerous VORs.
• Closed 4+ Final Accounts under budget, delivering client savings.
• Led commercial progress meetings in absence of senior managers.

Forte - D1 D2 | EMAAR | High-End Residential Towers | Dubai, UAE| AED 1.5 billion+| Sep 2023 - Dec 2023

• Delivered interim valuations, cost reports, and payments.
• Managed variations and supported Final Account closure.
• Coordinated with site/supervision teams for accurate claim validation.

DWTC Candy Development | DWTC | | High-Rise Mixed-Use Skyscraper| Dubai, UAE| AED 7 billion| Jul 2023 - Sep 2023

• Produced pre-contract cost plans, BOQs, and benchmarking studies in CostX.
• Reviewed design changes for commercial implications.
• Assisted with risk analysis and value engineering to align budgets.

Al Mamzar Private Villa Project | Majid Al Futtaim | Luxury Private Villa | Dubai, UAE| AED 300 million +| Oct 2021 - Apr 2023

• Independently managed full post-contract scope, including cost reporting and interim payments.
• Negotiated variations, contractual claims, and extensions of time effectively.
• Prepared and reconciled cash flow forecasts alongside financial reports.
• Liaised directly with client on commercial matters to ensure transparency.
• Closed Final Account within budget, recognized for cost discipline and proactive issue resolution.