Nasir Khan, MBE, FCIARB, FCIPS, FCInstCES, PE

Managing Director, Advisory and Disputes

Expert Services

London, UK

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 & CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Advanced Professional Award in Expert Witness Evidence (APAEWE), LET, UK (2023)
  • Bachelor of Laws, LLB (Hons): University of Law, UK (2019)
  • Master of Science in Construction Law and Arbitration, MSc: King’s College London, UK (2015)
  • NVQ IV: Supply Chain Management, UK (2009)
  • Master of Science in Project Management, MSc: Queen Mary, University of London, UK (2005)
  • Bachelor of Civil Engineering, BEng (Hons): NED University of Engineering & Technology, Pakistan (2003)

PUBLICATIONS:

  • Nasir Khan, Jul 2018. “Innovation in Construction Technology in the UK, influenced by accidents, reduces legal risks”, Construction Law International (CLInt), International Bar Association.
  • Nasir Khan, August 2018. “Country Update Pakistan”, The Resolver (CIArb).
  • Nasir Khan, August 2020. “ADR v Litigation, a universal approach”, the Revolver (CIArb).
  • Nasir Khan, November 2020. “Should parties be compelled by law to attempt ADR”, Civil Engineering Surveyor, CICES.
  • Nasir Khan, December 2020. “EDI The real pandemic”, Civil Engineering Surveyor (CICES).
  • Nasir Khan (Lead Author), October 2021. “Beyond Buildings, why an integrated approach to buildings and infrastructure is essential for climate action and sustainable development”, World Green Building Council.
  • Nasir Khan (Co-Author), May 2021. “Root causation of disputes, mitigation strategy and recommendations report”, Pakistan Construction Disputes Report – PCDR, published on behalf of CIArb.
  • Nasir Khan, June 2023. “CRUX Claims Causation, analysis and recommendation on issues and causation of disputes and how to avoid them”, Buildings Magazine.
  • Nasir Khan, October 2023. “Personal Liability of Employees”, CIC Risk Management Briefing.
  • Nasir Khan, October 2024. “Building Safety Act 2022”, CIC Risk Management Briefing.
  • Regular contributor to various publications regarding EDI matters, EDI Strategy and Policy development.
  • Regular contributor to publications and speaker on construction law, public procurement and dispute resolution topics in UK, Europe, and Asia.

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: The British Empire (MBE) awarded for services to diversity and inclusion, 2019