Experienced professional with over 16 years leading complex initiatives in Real Estate, Information Technology, Oil & Gas, Fintech, Identity Management, and Homeland Security.
Expert proficiency with Strategy, Business Development, project management, business analysis, pre-sales
Skilled in requirement elicitation, need analysis, conceptualization, business plan Development, proposal writing, RFQ, RFP and BID development
Recognized as a savvy leader with strengths in relationship management, communication and negotiations
Experience in managing and coordinating projects in a matrix environment, spanning multiple teams & clients
High-caliber industry qualification with M.B.A (International Business, Corporate Strategy) combined with Bachelors in Computer Engineering
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development Director
SYGMA INNOVATION LLC, UAE, PVT LTD, PAK
01.2016 - Current
Led top-level management efforts on large-scale projects surpassing the $100 million mark
Created sales presentations to demonstrate the value of products and services offered.
Introduced Mall Mechanics strategy for Mall Management in existing Real Estate Ventures
Substantially increased productivity, efficiency, and profitability by structuring teams, aligning clients, and delivering results.
Face of the Organization for Business Development, Bidding, and Contract Negotiation/signing.
Developed and introduced successful new products and services for domestic and international market.
Returned company to high profitability through strategic and efficient restructuring work environment.
Organized events such as conferences, trade shows, networking events. to promote brand awareness.
Collaborated with other departments such as operations, finance, marketing to ensure successful execution of projects.
Participated in regular meetings with senior executives to discuss performance metrics and future plans for business development initiatives.
Senior Manager Business Development
FWO CIVIL CONTRACTING LLC, UAE
01.2014 - 01.2016
Led establishment of FWO Civil Contracting LLC in UAE, including registration of Firm.
Spearheaded & Acquired; Design, Construction Testing Commissioning, and Handing Over of the Special Structures & Facilities at Abu Dhabi, UAE (July 2014)
“CMW 14058-B001 Construction of Water Reservoir” (AED 623.27 million)
“Construction of Special Structure and Facilities, Abu Dhabi.” (AED 498 million)
Deputy Director Business Development
NATIONAL DATABASE AND REGISTRATION AUTHORITY (NADRA)
01.2009 - 01.2014
Managed extensive IT projects worth over $300 million across all phases.
Developed and implemented strategic plans for the organization.
Work with the software development team to devise solutions, improve GUIs, and interpret client requirements.
Lead Business Development team for developing BIDS and proposals in response to RFQ, RFP, and Tenders.
Liaison with industrial experts to analyze requirements, select technology, solutions, platforms, hardware, and applications.
Establish time-phased schedules, including budget constraints, cross-functional integration, and product flow layout.
Manage stakeholders, communication channels, changes, compliance, and associated documentation.
Provide direction, coordination, and integration to the technical team by setting timelines and reviewing progress.
Coordinate quality assurance, inspections, reviews, and audits.
Represented the department at meetings, conferences, workshops.
Developed innovative approaches for improving processes and services.
Management Consultant
ACCENTURE CONSULTING
01.2007 - 01.2009
Analyzed client company performances, reviewed internal processes, development and improved process flows
Recommended and implemented efficient technology for client's premises
Performed Business process reengineering to few businesses for improved effectiveness
Manager Business Development
FWO
Developed and implemented a comprehensive business development strategy to increase market share. A comprehensive business plan for M-2 Motorway and its service areas, increasing total revenue from Rs. 114 million to Rs. 1.4 billion per year.
Business Manager for all clients, businesses, and partners on National Motorways in Pakistan.
Developed strategies for increasing customer retention rates through improved services and products.
Conceptualized and Initiated Mega Projects: Oil Storage near Chakri, and Capital Smart City, Islamabad.
Provided leadership on product launches by creating marketing plans and coordinating promotional events.
Head of Business Development for Motorway M-2, M-9, Karachi-Thatta Superhighway
Coordinated with internal stakeholders across departments to ensure successful execution of projects within timeline and budget constraints.
Engaged key stakeholders in strategic planning initiatives that aligned with organizational vision and mission.
Lead Business Consultant for Oil Village Thallian, Capital Smart City, Islamabad.
Development of Food Forum (Food Court) at M-2 service areas.
Projected Business Plan for location, along with acquisition of Global Food Chains.
DEVELOPMENT OF M-2 SERVICE AREAS & SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONES
Spearheaded Business Development on MSAs from bringing Internationally renowned food chains (McDonalds, Subway, KFC etc...) To smart solutions of solar-powered service areas.
Developed Citizen Conveniences of VIP Rest Rooms, Hospitals, and Ambulances, Motorway Insurance.
Conceptualized, Planned, and Implemented Oil Storage of 55 MT, extendable to 400 MT, for Islamabad and International Airport.
Liaised with OGRA and OGDCL authorities for governmental approvals.
Signed BOT Contracts with OMCs.
Planned CAPITAL SMART CITY near Chakri along with Signing of JV with CLIC, FWO & Habib Rafiq
KENYA - PASSPORT
Worked as Project Coordinator with Project Manager
Documentation of Project
SUDAN - Civil Registration System
Worked as Project Manager
Project Documentation & Stakeholder coodination
SRILANKA - DIGITAL ARCHIVING OF CITIZEN REGISTRATION FORM
Worked as Bid Manager
Prepared the bid with solution and financials that has been shortlisted for award of contract
NADRA - SMART NATIONAL IDENTITY CARD (http://www.nadra.gov.pk)
Project Manager of smart national identity card
Asserted potential services on multibiometric identity card such as Banking, Pension, Drivers' License, Vehicle Registration Card
WORK BANK – CITIZEN DAMAGE COMPENSATION PROGRAM OF PAKISTAN (http://cdcp.nadra.gov.pk)
Worked with multiple stakeholders including Branchless banks, donors, local governments, PDMA's and cabinet division
Introduced VISA Debit Cards linked to M-Wallet for immediate disbursement of assistance to beneficiaries
Produced complete reconciliation and auditing system with all the partnered branchless banks
ELECTORAL ROLLS PROJECT - ELECTION COMMISSION OF PAKISTAN (http://www.ecp.gov.pk)
Worked as Business Development Manager, Project Manager and Team Lead
Manage project life cycle, milestone and releases
Education
Master of Business Administration - International Business, Corporate Strategy
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY – PRIFYSGOL
CARDIFF, UNITED KINGDOM
01.2009
Bachelors of Computer Engineering - Artificial Intelligence
BAHRIA UNIVERSITY
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN
01.2008
Skills
New Business Development,
Client Engagement
Reporting capabilities
Financial Acumen
Prospect targeting
Business Intelligence
Contract negotiation expertise
Business Modeling
Strategic Planning
Proposal Development
Industry trends tracking
Analytics
Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Training and mentoring
Certification
Microsoft Certified Professional
Brainbench Certified
Technology (Ms Office, Project, Visio, Mind Mapping Software)
References
REFERENCES References will be furnished upon request
Languages
Urdu
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Business Development Director
SYGMA INNOVATION LLC, UAE, PVT LTD, PAK
01.2016 - Current
Senior Manager Business Development
FWO CIVIL CONTRACTING LLC, UAE
01.2014 - 01.2016
Deputy Director Business Development
NATIONAL DATABASE AND REGISTRATION AUTHORITY (NADRA)
01.2009 - 01.2014
Management Consultant
ACCENTURE CONSULTING
01.2007 - 01.2009
Manager Business Development
FWO
Master of Business Administration - International Business, Corporate Strategy
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY – PRIFYSGOL
Bachelors of Computer Engineering - Artificial Intelligence
BAHRIA UNIVERSITY
Similar Profiles
Rogero FernandoRogero Fernando
Lead Naval Architect - Projects & Proposal at Optio Marine Pvt Ltd, India. Optio Marine Consultants FZ-LLC, UAE.Lead Naval Architect - Projects & Proposal at Optio Marine Pvt Ltd, India. Optio Marine Consultants FZ-LLC, UAE.