Karim Moursi

As a Senior Contract Engineer administering FIDIC 1999 contracts, leading change control, claims assessment, variation management, and commercial administration on major UAE projects.

• Administered main contract and Particular Conditions under FIDIC 1999, drafting contractual correspondence, managing notices, contemporaneous records, and registers to safeguard entitlements and prevent time-bars.
• Reviewed contract clauses, Particular Conditions, and subcontract flow-down terms; identified contractual risks/gaps and implemented mitigation strategies including risk registers, notice protocols, change controls, back-charge mechanisms, and compliance tracking.
• Led comprehensive change control processes: detected variation triggers, prepared and submitted variation orders (VO) with scope definitions, measurements, rate build-ups, quotations, technical substantiations, and approvals for incorporation into contract price and payment cycles.
• Assessed time and cost claims (including EOT impacts): verified entitlement, cause-and-effect analysis, and supporting documentation; coordinated with planning team for programme/delay analysis; prepared contractual responses, recommendations, and negotiation strategies.
• Managed interim valuations, payment certifications, and commercial reporting: verified progress quantities, reviewed subcontractor applications, applied deductions (retention, advances, contra/back-charges), and supported accurate cashflow forecasting.

As a Senior Contract Engineer for Sharjah Government, drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts while ensuring compliance, risk assessment, and stakeholder coordination on public infrastructure projects.

• Drafted, negotiated, and finalized contracts for government infrastructure projects, ensuring full compliance with legal, regulatory, and procurement requirements.
• Reviewed and revised tender documents for accuracy, completeness, and risk minimization prior to submission and award.
• Conducted detailed contract reviews, managed revisions, assessed subcontractor/supplier offers for time and cost impacts, and contributed to integrated risk assessment processes.
• Served as primary client liaison: attended stakeholder meetings, delivered contractual progress reports, tracked project milestones for timely completion, and guided internal/external parties on contractual obligations and interpretations.

As a Project Manager and Resident Engineer overseeing construction delivery, optimizing resources, mitigating delays, ensuring safety, and coordinating stakeholders on high-value Dubai projects.

• Directed project delivery and resident engineering oversight, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to minimize delays and achieve on-time completion.
• Optimized resource allocation and site operations through close collaboration with stakeholders, enhancing efficiency and cost control across construction phases.
• Maintained rigorous safety standards and facilitated effective communication among clients, contractors, consultants, and regulatory authorities to ensure project alignment.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams and resolved on-site issues, delivering high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction on complex Dubai developments.

As an Assistant Resident Engineer managing residential construction projects in Sharjah and Dubai, delivering quality outcomes, client satisfaction, and adherence to specifications and timelines.

• Supported resident engineering for residential construction projects, ensuring adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and client requirements throughout execution.
• Monitored site progress, coordinated with contractors on material approvals and workmanship, and drove timely resolution of technical and contractual issues.
• Contributed to project close-out processes, including documentation collation, defect rectification, and handover to achieve full client satisfaction.
• Assisted in quality assurance and safety compliance, reducing rework and maintaining project timelines on multiple G+ residential buildings.

As a Project Engineer executing residential construction in Sharjah, coordinating site activities, controlling quality, and driving successful project completion for local clients.

• Executed residential construction projects from planning through completion, coordinating site activities to deliver quality builds on schedule and within scope.
• Managed on-site supervision, material inspections, and subcontractor performance to uphold engineering standards and client expectations.
• Collaborated with design and client teams to resolve technical queries and implement approved changes efficiently.
• Ensured compliance with safety protocols and quality controls, contributing to successful project handover for local developments.

As a Site Engineer in Riyadh managing on-site civil construction, enforcing safety standards, quality control, and efficient execution of residential and infrastructure works.

• Oversaw on-site civil construction activities for residential and infrastructure works, enforcing safety regulations and quality standards for efficient execution.
• Coordinated daily site operations, monitored progress against programme, and addressed deviations to maintain project timelines.
• Conducted inspections, material testing, and workmanship verification to ensure adherence to specifications and drawings.
• Supported project documentation and reporting, facilitating smooth communication with supervisors and stakeholders.