Nabil Gamal
Al Khobar
Summary
Successful Contract Manager & Legal Advisor bringing skills in risk management, contract preparation and service coordination. Background of managing end-to-end contract cycles and partnering with senior executives to drive internal growth, accountability and operational excellence. Administers contract terms effectively by continuously tracking progress and deliverables. Effective at handling simultaneous contract timelines and maintaining strict schedules. Highly dependable, ethical and reliable support specialist and leader that blends advanced organizational, technical and business acumen. Works effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Contract Manager & Legal Specialist - Head of Contracting Affairs
NATIONAL CONTRACTING COMPANY (NCC)
07.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: One of the leading contracting companies in the electrical and mechanical works in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Middle East and Africa
- NCC is classified as a Grade-1 contracting company by the Ministry of Public Works and Housing in Saudi Arabia
- Review all sets of contract documentation related to construction projects
- Review and process projects variations and change orders, ensuring they are documented, justified, and approved according to company policies and project requirements
- Implement Contract Management guidelines and Operating Principles
- Handling Energy & Construction projects' claims in Qatar, Oman, Algeria and Egypt
- Prepare documentation and evidence to support claims and counterclaims
- Negotiation & amicable settlement resolution with Clients
- Participate in International Arbitration proceedings and gather evidentiary support
- Manage Oil & Gas projects with Aramco
- Work coverage: GULF & MENA region
- One of the leading contracting companies in the electrical and mechanical works in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Middle East and Africa
- NCC is classified as a Grade-1 contracting company by the Ministry of Public Works and Housing in Saudi Arabia
Construction Contract Manager
AECOM CONSULTANTS INC.
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: World's premier infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and pioneer innovative solutions
- Manage the lifecycle of all contracts and direct the project's vendor compliance and onboarding functions, including vendor vetting process and vendor insurance compliance, in alignment with the project's policies and procedures
- Minimize risk exposure and achieve optimal cost savings for strategic sourcing activities
- Consult on legal and contractual matters to support resolution of disputes, protect employer's interests, and mitigate risk
- Review, negotiate, draft and settle contracts and other commercial arrangements
- Manage all project claims, change requests and variation orders
- Draft and manage contractual correspondence and notice letters given to the contractor or the client
- Claims management and resolution
- Work closely with Quantity Surveyor and operational staff to coordinate contractual requirements and monitor compliance
- Ensure contract close-out, extension or renewal
- Working on FIDIC Contract Models
- Involved in World Bank supervision missions
- ICC Arbitration
- World's premier infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and pioneer innovative solutions
Senior Contract Manager | MEA Region - Morocco Branch (Oracle North Africa)
ORACLE SYSTEMS LIMITED
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas
- As part of Oracle's legal department, partnered with customers to draft, negotiate, consult, structure, interpret and execute contractual documents
- Provided continuous legal advice and support to internal departments as required
- Managed all aspects of contract administration, including reviews, evaluations and recommendations
- Managed over 130 contracts worth in excess of $5 million per annum
- By introducing better transparency, improved job definition, scoping, and monitoring contract deviations, optimized operational efficiency, resource allocation, and risk management for the organization
- Negotiated and drafted licensing, consulting, and cloud service contracts in accordance with internal policies, goals and regulations
- Provided consulting, negotiation and contract management for all francophone countries throughout Africa
- Liaised between various internal departments and the customer in case of disputes to resolve all contractual business issues by negotiating and drafting complex, non-standard agreements
- Coordinated and supported the bidding process through the drafting and dissemination of executive summaries, bid responses and reviews
- Participated in claims resolution and amicable settlement of disputes before escalating to arbitration or courts for litigation
- Worked with DAFZA terms and conditions on behalf of our Dubai clients
- Approved all revenue recognition contracts after an exhaustive review process
- Engaged in on-site negotiations throughout Africa as needed
- Recipient of the Africa FY18 H1 for Outstanding Performance in Deal Management Award
- American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas
Contract Specialist I MENA Region - Egypt Branch (Oracle Egypt)
ORACLE SYSTEMS LIMITED
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas
- Negotiated and drafted legal contracts between clients and sales executives in accordance with internal policies, goals and regulations
- Analyzed and reviewed contract terms and conditions to provide feedback to internal and external stakeholders on issues of mutual concern, and recommend prudent alternatives accordingly
- American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas
Legal Counsel
HORIZON EGYPT
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Company Overview: French publishing company with a local branch in Cairo, Egypt
- Advised and supported a variety of commercial contracts, such as: purchasing, leasing, licensing and distribution agreements
- Provided legal counseling and support on matters related to commercial contracts
- French publishing company with a local branch in Cairo, Egypt
Legal Strategist
LADIS "LEGISLATION & DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS"
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Company Overview: Egyptian IT solutions development shareholding company established in 1996 based in Cairo offering a broad array of deposit, loan and investment products as well as trust, fiduciary and wealth management services
- Review and advise on legal documents and legislation
- Developed and composed the company website
- Translated legal documents to and from 3 languages: Arabic, English and French
- Reviewed, advised and consulted on 3rd party research and documentation
- Used the FIDIC suite of contracts for construction
- Egyptian IT solutions development shareholding company established in 1996 based in Cairo offering a broad array of deposit, loan and investment products as well as trust, fiduciary and wealth management services
Lawyer
MAGED AKKAD LAW OFFICE
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Company Overview: Local law firm based in Cairo offering a broad array of legal consultation and litigation
- Drafted memorandums related to commercial and civil law
- Advised on legal matters pertaining to commercial distribution agreements, i.e.: franchise agreements, commercial agencies and exclusive licenses
- Represented clients before Egyptian courts on behalf of the company
- Local law firm based in Cairo offering a broad array of legal consultation and litigation
Education
Ph.D. - LEGAL PROTECTION OF ELECTRONIC TRANSFERABLE RECORDS
MONTPELLIER I UNIVERSITY
France06.2016
MASTER'S DEGREE (LLM) - INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL LAW
MONTPELLIER I UNIVERSITY
France06.2011
MASTER'S DEGREE (LLM) - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LAW
PARIS-DAUPHINE UNIVERSITY
France06.2006
BACHELOR OF LAW -
PARIS I SORBONNE UNIVERSITY
France05-2003
Skills
- Contract Negotiation and Management
- Sales Team Partnership
- Contract Cost Estimation
- Proficient in Microsoft Teams
- Dispute Resolution
- Contractual Document Drafting
- Dispute resolution
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Team building
- Written communication
- Analytical skills
- Contract Management
- Quality Control Documentation
- Process improvement
- Negotiation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Document review
- Contract negotiation
- Risk assessment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Certification
- Project Management Institute - Certificate of Completion on 'Construction Industry: Productivity'
- Project Management Institute - Certificate of Completion on 'Construction Change Orders'
- Project Management Institute - Certificate of Completion on 'Construction Management Foundations'
- Project Management Institute - Certificate of Completion on 'Construction Management: Introduction to Lean Construction'
- Project Management Institute - Certificate of Completion on 'Construction Management: Managing Risk'
- Project Management Institute - Certificate of Completion on 'Construction Management: Project Delivery Methods'
- Project Management Institute - Certificate of Completion on 'Contracting for Consultants'
- Project Management Institute - Certificate of Completion on 'Learning Construction Estimating'
- Project Management Institute - Certificate of Completion on 'Construction Management: Concrete Construction'
- LinkedIn Learning - Certificate of Completion on 'Understanding the Architectural Design Process'
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
French
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Elementary
A2
References
- Mr. Demis Panayotidis, VP Project Delivery - Project Director at AECOM Consultants Inc., demis.panayotidis@aecom.com, +1 (514) 243-5320
- Ms. Sherine Zeidan, Senior Manager - EMEA Deal Management at Oracle, sherine.zeidan@oracle.com
Locations
- Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
- Kigali, Rwanda
- Cairo, Egypt
- Casablanca, Morocco
- Paris, France
- Montpellier, France
Timeline
Senior Contract Manager & Legal Specialist - Head of Contracting Affairs
NATIONAL CONTRACTING COMPANY (NCC)
07.2023 - Current
Construction Contract Manager
AECOM CONSULTANTS INC.
08.2020 - 01.2023
Senior Contract Manager | MEA Region - Morocco Branch (Oracle North Africa)
ORACLE SYSTEMS LIMITED
01.2012 - 01.2020
Contract Specialist I MENA Region - Egypt Branch (Oracle Egypt)
ORACLE SYSTEMS LIMITED
01.2008 - 01.2012
Legal Counsel
HORIZON EGYPT
01.2006 - 01.2007
Legal Strategist
LADIS "LEGISLATION & DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS"
01.2005 - 01.2006
Lawyer
MAGED AKKAD LAW OFFICE
01.2002 - 01.2004
Ph.D. - LEGAL PROTECTION OF ELECTRONIC TRANSFERABLE RECORDS
MONTPELLIER I UNIVERSITY
MASTER'S DEGREE (LLM) - INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL LAW
MONTPELLIER I UNIVERSITY
MASTER'S DEGREE (LLM) - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LAW
PARIS-DAUPHINE UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF LAW -
PARIS I SORBONNE UNIVERSITY
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