Nasir Khan, MBE, FCIARB, FCIPS, FCInstCES, P.E.
Managing Director, Advisory and Disputes
Background
Nasir Khan is an engineer, chartered quantity surveyor, chartered procurement specialist, and an expert in construction law claims advisory and dispute resolution. Nasir uses his 20 years of experience in the construction, engineering, and infrastructure industry to help clients understand their risks, avoid and resolve disputes. His technical, legal, and commercial knowledge puts him ahead to avoid and resolve major causes of disputes.
Nasir has experience of drafting and administering most major forms of contracts and provides advice on standard suites and bespoke forms. He has fellowship of various institutions and acts as an advisor, expert, mediator, adjudicator, and arbitrator. Nasir is versatile and well-versed in all aspects of major projects in sectors including energy, utilities, commercial property, oil and gas, manufacturing, ports, highways, and rail. He has led large and complex contracts and procurement programs, claims and dispute resolution on quantum, delay, and technical engineering issues. His approach is direct, giving the honest view on the issue, applying commercial common sense in all aspects. He is known by clients for interpersonal skills, expert knowledge and streamlined interpretation of the matter, and finding a solution that is in the best interest of all stakeholders.
Nasir is the current chair of the UK Construction Industry Council (CIC) Liability Panel and founding Director and vice chair of the CIArb Pakistan Branch. He co-founded Muslims in Rail, a community interest company, sits on various charitable advisory boards and he was awarded an MBE for his services to equality, diversity, and inclusion by Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Nasir is responsible for managing the overall delivery and takes a lead role in agreeing new appointments, as well as managing the technical deliverables.
Education and Certifications
- Advanced Professional Award in Expert Witness Evidence (APAEWE), LET, UK (2023)
- LLB (Hons), University of Law, UK (2019)
- MSc, Construction Law and Arbitration, King’s College London, UK (2015)
- NVQ IV – Supply Chain Management, UK (2009)
- MSc, Project Management, Queen Mary, University of London, UK (2005)
- BEng (Hons), Civil Engineering, NED University of Engineering & Technology, Pakistan (2003)
Publications
- Innovation in Construction Technology in the UK, influenced by accidents, reduces legal risks, Construction Law International (CLInt), International Bar Association, Jul 2018.
- Country Update, Pakistan, The Resolver (CIArb), Aug 2018.
- ADR v Litigation, a universal approach, the Revolver (CIArb) Aug 2020.
- Should parties be compelled by law to attempt ADR, Civil Engineering Surveyor, CICES, Nov 2020.
- EDI The real pandemic, Civil Engineering Surveyor (CICES), Dec 2020.
- Beyond Buildings, why an integrated approach to buildings and infrastructure is essential for climate action and sustainable development. World Green Building Council, co-author, Oct 2021.
- Pakistan Construction Disputes Report – pk, root causation of disputes, mitigation strategy and recommendations report published on behalf of CIArb, co-author, May 2021.
- Regular contributor to various publications regarding EDI matters, EDI Strategy, and Policy development.
- CRUX Claims Causation, analysis and recommendation on issues and causation of disputes and how to avoid them, Buildings Magazine, June 2023.
- Personal Liability of Employees, CIC Risk Management Briefing, October 2023.
- Regular contributor to publications and speaker on construction law, public procurement, and dispute resolution topics in UK, Europe, and Asia.
- Building Safety Act 2022, CIC Risk Management Briefing, October 2024.
Committees
- Fellow, The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), Vice Chair Pakistan Branch
- Fellow, The Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS)
- Fellow, The Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES)
- Member, Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)
- Member, Society of Construction Law (SCL)
- Member, International Bar Association (IBA)
- Member, JCT Council (representing consultants)
- Chair, Construction Industry Council (CIC) Liability Panel, 2023 – 2026
- Member, Contracts & Dispute Resolution Panel (C&DR), CICES
- Member of the British Empire (MBE) awarded for services to diversity and inclusion, 2019
- CIPS Awards final shortlist for large public procurement and collaborative team procurement, 2019
- Network Rail Leadership Award, 2018
- Laing O’Rourke Young Guns Award (Executive MBA), 2010-2011
- Nortel Networks Service Excellence, 2004