MOHAMMED ASHRAFF
SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR I COMMERCIAL MANAGER I QS MANAGER
MSC IN QS (READING), BSC IN QS, DIP IN QS, MQSI, MNZIQS, RICS-APC
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I Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Manager with over 19 years of extensive experience in the construction industry, specializing in Buildings and Infrastructure projects. Expertise in Pre-Contract and Post-Contract management, with a proven track record in Commercial Contracts, Procurement, Cost Estimation, Claims Management, and Budget Control. Skilled in
leading teams, managing high-rise residential and
commercial developments, and large-scale
infrastructure projects from inception to completion. Strong commercial acumen, effective negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of Construction Contracts
(JCT, NEC, FIDIC), ensuring successful project delivery while maintaining client satisfaction and financial success. PERSONNEL DETAILS
Full Name
Visa Status
Nationality
Gender
Civil Status
: Mohammed Ashraff Aboobacker
: Work Visa (transferable with NOC)
: Sri Lankan
:Male
: Married
Languages Known : English, Tamil & Sinhala
Driving License : Qatar & Sri Lanka
• Contract Administration & Negotiation
(Fldic, NCT, JCT, NC E)
• Senior Quantity Surveying
• Cost Estimation & Budget Control
• Risk Management & Value Engineering
• Team Leadership & Development
• Tendering & Procurement
• Client & Stakeholder Management
• Self-Management & Adaptability
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Contractual Disputes & Claims Management
MEMBERSHIPS
• 2023 : Preparing for RICS-APC
• 2021 : Member of New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors - MNZIQS
• 2020: Member of Quantity Surveyor International - MQSi
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
POST CONTRACT DUTIES:
• Implement value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs without compromising quality, ensuring cost-effective solutions throughout the project.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all contractual obligations, both for the company and subcontractors, to avoid any disputes and ensure smooth project execution.
• Collaborate with legal and contract teams to assess contractual risks, manage claims, and ensure contractual terms are clear and enforceable.
• Provide commercial input to project managers, assisting in high-level decisions that affect project profitability, resource allocation, and scheduling.
• Track subcontractor performance to ensure they are delivering in line with the contract terms and project schedules, addressing any non compliance or delays promptly.
• Submit interim payment applications through PWA's APMS system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Evaluate cost-benefit analyses for new proposals and project adjustments, providing recommendations that align with overall project objectives and budget.
• Identify variations from site instructions, prepare Variation Orders (VOs), and negotiate with consultants.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that optimize cost savings while maintaining quality and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Work closely with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate cost tracking, invoicing, and payments, ensuring alignment with project budgets.
• Offer ongoing commercial guidance and support to project teams, helping resolve any commercial challenges and ensuring optimal decision-making.
• Prepare and submit insurance claims with required details and documentation.
Check and prepare materials on-site for inclusion in monthly payment applications.
• Track project costs and address any discrepancies to keep within budget.
• Compare tendered and actual costs to identify and justify variations.
• Develop rates for new items and conduct price analysis for comparison with the original BOQ.
• Participate in management meetings and conduct site visits to assess project progress.
PRE CONTRACT DUTIES:
• Prepared comprehensive tender documents, including the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and accurate quantity take-offs, ensuring alignment with project specifications and requirements.
• Reviewed tender drawings and thoroughly checked the quantities and BOQ provided by clients and consultants to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Identified and raised tender queries and clarifications with the consultant, ensuring all project details were clear and well-defined before proceeding.
• Managed the procurement process by sending out material inquiries and obtaining quotations from suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
• Led negotiations with material suppliers and subcontractors, securing favorable terms and ensuring cost-efficiency for the project.
• Actively participated in management meetings and conducted regular site visits, providing key insights and ensuring project goals were being met efficiently.
MOHAMMED ASH RAFF
SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR I COMMERCIAL MANAGER I QS MANAGER EXPERTIES
FIDIC
CESMM 3&4
ICT AD I SLS573
POMI I NRM2
NEC I JCT
QCS18
TECHNICAL/ SOFT SKILLS
COST-X
Plan Swift
Blue Beam
Microsoft Office
Aconex
APMS
Auto-CAD
EDUCATION
• Master of Science in Quantity Surveying (MSc) (Reading) Birmingham City university - Uk
• Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying Eng. (BSc.) University of Santander - Panama
• Advanced Quantity Surveying Practice and Contracts Management (AQS & CM)
• Diploma in Quantity Surveying. (DIP)
UK Commission for Consistent Learning-(UK-CCL)
Professional Quality Management Standards
• National Certificate in Technology (QS)
Advance Technical College of Sri Lanka
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• MOKASCO EXPRESS (ROAD AND INFRASTRUCTIRE DIV.
From june 2023 to Date
Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Commercial Manager
Project : RIW in Southern Areas-SA036
Consultant : Dorsch Gruppe Qatar.
Client: Public Works Authority (PWA)
Project : Roads & Infrastructure in Kharatiyat and lzghawa - Phase 01
- Package 01
Consultant : KEO International Consultant
Client: Public Works Authority (PWA)
• NEW HORIZON CONTRACTING. WLL-QATAR
From August 2021 to May 2023
Senior Quantity Surveyor/ QS manager
Project: RIW Western Area Development Project-W055 Consultant: Ital Consulting
Client : Public Works Authority (PWA)
• AL SARH TRADING & CONTRACTING CO. WLL -QATAR
From January 2020 to July 2021
Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Commercial Manager
Project : Roads & Infrastructure in Kharatiyat and lzghawa - Phase 1 - Package 01
Consultant : KEO International Consultant
Client: Public Works Authority (PWA)
• TADMUR CONTRACTING WLL -QATAR
From April 2017 to December 2019
Senior I Project Quantity Surveyor
POST CONTRACT PROJECTS:
Project : Design & Build of Qatar University Sports & Events Complex of West Way
Consultant : AECOM, Worley Parson, Royal Haskoning Client : Qatar University (QU)
Project : Construction of 02 Villas, Majlis, Club & Ancillaries at AI Muraikh
Consultant : Lacasa Qatar, Caliper, MZP WLL
Client : Mr. Al Kaabi
Project : Les Roses 3 - Construction of 130 Villas Residential Compound (Club House & Ancillaries)
Consultant: MZP WLL, Lacasa
Client : Les Roses
Project : Construction, Remodeling works for Skilled Nursing Facility
(Enaya-3) at Building No 312A & 312B of HBK Medical City Client : Hamad Medical Corporation
PRE CONTRACT PROJECTS:
Project : Residential Tower in Waterfront District Res/27 in Lusail - Qatar (4B+G+30)
Client: General Real Estate Company, Doha - Qatar
Project : Residential Building at Fox Hills District Res/Al0 in Lusail
- Qatar (2B+G+24)
Client: General Real Estate Company, Doha - Qatar
Project : Shooting Ranges & Training Complex at Lehsaynia - Qatar Client : Private Engineering Office, Doha - Qatar
Project : Soldiers Barracks, Officers Club, Mess & Kitchen and Ammunition Store at Sawadanathel Camp - Qatar
Client: Qatar Arm Forces
MOHAMMED ASH RAFF
SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR I COMMERCIAL MANAGER I QS MANAGER MSC IN QS (READING), BSC IN QS, DIP IN QS, MQSI, MNZIQS, RICS-APC CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS
Title: Contract Administration - How it is (supposed to) work; when it goes wrong
Organizer : New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors Date: 21-09-2024
Title: Hesketh Henry Webinar Series - Insolvency in the Construction Industry
Organizer : New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors Date: 07-09-2024
Title: Hesketh Henry Webinar Series - Supply Chain Issues
Organizer : New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors Date: 24-08-2024
Title: Forming Contracts - Letters of Intent
Organizer : College of Contract Management, UK.
Date: 01-05-2024
Title: Designing to Net Zero Carbon - a case study Organizer : The University of Wolverhampton Research Directorate
Date: 13-03-2024
Title: Digital Measurement of Existing Buildings - High Tech and High Cost? ... and how accurate can it be? Organizer : Quantity Surveyors International (QSi) Date: 07-03-2024
Title: Value Engineering of Mass Timber in the Middle East
Organizer : Chartered Institute of Building
Date: 28-09-2023
Title: Considering Embodied Carbon data during the value Engineering process of a Construction Project Organizer : New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors Date: 27-03-2023
Title: Contracts Management (CM)- Type of Contract Organizer : QS4QS
Date: 08-08-2022
SOCIAL LINKS
Mohammed Ashraff
• QATAR BUILDING COMPANY (QBC)-QATAR
From July 2014 to March 2017
Project Quantity surveyor
Project : New Hamad Port Project (Messaid) - NPP00S0 - QENFB Infrastructure & Utility Buildings - Qatar (1,600 Million Qatar Riyal) Committee Employer : Qatar Building Company & MSF Engenharia JV Consultant : AECOM, Worley Parson, Royal Haskoning Client : New Port Project Steering (NPP)
Project : Temporary Truck Route (From Lu sail to Al Shamal Road) Client : Public Works Authority
• ASSOCIATED CONSUL TING ENGINEERS (ACE) - QATAR
From December 2009 to July 2014
Quantity Surveyor
Project : Lusail Development Project - CPSB Package Client : New Port Project Steering (NPP)
Project : 2B+G+7 Residential Building
Client : Al Rasheed Holding
Project : B+G+3 Commercial Building
Client: Shiek Bin Dani
Project : B+G+2 Commercial Building
Client : Sabros Real State
Project : B+G+2 Commercial Building
Client : Sabros Real State
Project : G+l Commercial Building
Client : Sabros Real State
Project : Doha Express Way (Package 7) Salwa Road
Client: Public Works Authority - Ashghal
• ACCESS INTERNATIONAL
From July 2006 to September 2009
Quantity Surveyor cum SE
Project : Construction of School Building Blocks, 5Nos of G+3 and Zonal Director of Education Office,
Thiraimadu B Grade Road Project, Blocks B+G+P+4 Floors at Ampara. Sri Lanka.
Consultant : GOAL (INGO) under the Supervision of Ministry of Education
Client : GOAL (INGO)
• SUNPOWER CONSTRUCTION
From May 2003 to July 2006
Jnr. Quantity Surveyor
Project : Integrated Water Supply Scheme for Eastern Coastal Towns of Ampara ECTAD (Phase-II). - (40 Billion Lankan Rupees)
Consultant : AUTOKUMPU, Australia
Client: National Water Supply and Drainage Board
Project : Proposed B+G+M+6 Floors Residential
Building - Colombo
Client : Little Sister of the poor - Colombo