Tamilselvam Manickam, MRICS, MCIArb, MIS, is a seasoned professional in Construction Contracts and Commercial Management with 28 years of comprehensive experience, including 18 years in the United Arab Emirates and 10 years in India. His expertise spans overseeing multimillion-dollar projects in both public and private sectors, where he has been instrumental in all phases of project management from initiation to completion.
Tamilselvam holds advanced academic qualifications including an LLM in Construction Law and Arbitration from Robert Gordon University and an MSc in Quantity Surveying from Heriot Watt University. His extensive knowledge is backed by professional memberships in prestigious institutions such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
Throughout his illustrious career, Tamilselvam has demonstrated his ability in maximizing revenue and controlling costs under stringent conditions, making him a pivotal asset in high-stakes environments. He is adept in both pre-contract and post-contract management, emphasizing cost control, risk management, and dispute resolution which have been vital in delivering projects that meet both scope and quality standards.
Tamilselvam is committed to professionalism and excellence, consistently advocating for ethical practices and continuous improvement in the construction industry. His role in significant projects like the Dubai Waste to Energy Power Plant and various prestigious developments in Dubai stands as a testament to his capability and strategic acumen in handling complex challenges in the engineering and built environment.
Currently based in Dubai, Tamilselvam is poised to continue his contribution towards innovative and sustainable solutions in the construction sector, upholding the highest standards of contractual and commercial management.
