Matthew Campbell
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in commercial leadership and P&L ownership, adept at managing FIDIC, NEC3, and EPC contracts. Demonstrates proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and risk management, with a strong focus on claims and dispute resolution. Skilled in contract negotiation and compliance, procurement, supply chain management, and quantity surveying. Proven track record in project controls and cost reporting, complemented by effective stakeholder management and global team leadership. Proficient in COINS, SAP, ORACLE, NAVISION, SITEMAN, Excel, MS Project, with active working knowledge of CRM systems. Committed to leveraging skills for strategic growth and operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
Commercial & Delivery Director
Alliad
Dubai, UAE
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Lead commercial team of $192M turnkey hospital program (Côte d'Ivoire Ministry of Health) and $19M school construction (US Millennium Challenge Account), $8M warehouses (Agility Logistics park Côte d'Ivoire )
- Drove process improvements, optimised workflow efficiency.
- Implemented operational changes for improved efficiency.
- Supervised and developed high-achieving staff, providing orientation, training, support and direction.
- Implemented company policies and legal guidelines.
- Full P&L, procurement, planning, and legal claims oversight
- Direct 11 reports; oversee cost control, contract strategy, and budget forecasting
Group Commercial Director
Harris Pye DMCC (Joulon Group)
Dubai, UAE
05.2019 - 10.2023
- Managed global commercial operations for Oil and Gas, Marine and Industrial Boilers, M&E and EPC projects across 6 countries.
- Oversaw large-scale fabrication for Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Station and on site process pipelines in UK Energy from Waste plants
- Sourced and secured high-value clients for increased revenue generation.
- Oversaw operational activities to ensure alignment with business goals.
- Led contract administration for high-value offshore and onshore works, Claims and change management for complex contracts and litigations.
- Led global teams: 6 direct /+100 indirect reports
Founder & Freelance Commercial Director
Vincent Commercial Services Ltd
, UK / UAE
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Delivered rail electrification ($18M), marine civils, and Commercial EPC support in freelance roles
- Notable assignments:
- Alun Griffiths Ltd – OLE Earthing & Bonding, Scada and RSC rail program, Wales
- AMCO Rail – Quantity Surveying & Cost Control
- Harris Pye (Dubai) – freelance lead prior to permanent hire
Commercial Manager – Joint Venture
Lagan Construction Ltd
, UK
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Managed £185M Trident Park EFW project (Cardiff) in JV with CNIM under EPC framework
- Full project lifecycle: budget, procurement, contracts, forecasting, and subcontractor management
- Oversaw risk mitigation on £75K/day LD contract
- Streamlined procurement processes to enhance efficiency.
- Led cross-functional team to meet organisational goals.
- Handled negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing beneficial agreements.
- Acted as point of contact for high-level queries and represented team at senior leadership meetings.
Managing Quantity Surveyor
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
, UK
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Commercial lead on £68M Crossrail development (Pudding Mill Station)
- Dwr Cymru waste water treatment AMP4(£80m) and construction of 2 Advanced Digestion plants (£18M each) and E.On energy frameworks (£500M portfolio)
- Conducted comprehensive cost analysis for resource allocation and project budgeting.
- Developed Earned Value Analysis tools for forecasting and cost control
- Liaised effectively with subcontractors, maintaining smooth workflow at all times.
- Mitigated financial risks by implementing robust risk management strategies.
Education
Civil Engineering -
University of Wales
ONC - Building Studies
Barry College
ACIOB -
Associate, Chartered Institute of Building
Skills
- Commercial Strategy & P&L Ownership
- FIDIC / NEC3 / EPC Contracts
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Claims & Dispute Resolution
- Contract Negotiation & Compliance
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Quantity Surveying
- Project Controls & Cost Reporting
- Stakeholder Management
- Team Leadership (Global Teams)
- COINS, SAP, ORACLE, NAVISION, SITEMAN
- Excel
- MS Project
- Active working Knowledge of crm systems
- Risk management proficiency
Accomplishments
- Led $192M turnkey healthcare infrastructure project: 62 hospitals & 10 schools (Côte D'Ivoire)
- Increased global project efficiency as Group Commercial Director at Harris Pye (UAE, UK, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Brazil)
- Stabilized HPUK business operations during COVID, managing 100+ staff across M&E and fabrication
- Commercial lead for £185M Trident Park Energy from Waste facility (UK)
- Managed £68M Crossrail station development at Pudding Mill Lane (London Olympics Stadium)
- Delivered EPC projects in nuclear, renewable, marine, and oil & gas sectors
Languages
English
Native
Affiliations
- Playing golf & padel tennis, going to the gym and running. Watching rugby on TV.
Timeline
Commercial & Delivery Director
Alliad
10.2023 - 06.2025
Group Commercial Director
Harris Pye DMCC (Joulon Group)
05.2019 - 10.2023
Founder & Freelance Commercial Director
Vincent Commercial Services Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2021
Commercial Manager – Joint Venture
Lagan Construction Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2013
Managing Quantity Surveyor
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
01.2005 - 01.2011
Civil Engineering -
University of Wales
ONC - Building Studies
Barry College
ACIOB -
Associate, Chartered Institute of Building
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