Dr. Varghese Koshy Panicker,
PhD, MCIPS, MBA, FCCMChief Executive Officer
Dr. Varghese Koshy Panicker, Ph.D., MICPS, MBA, FCCM, is a highly accomplished professional with over 35 years of experience in Construction, Engineering consulting, and Contracts Management. As the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Contracts Expert, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the industry.
Dr. Varghese's impressive track record includes leading the feasibility study for Abu Dhabi Basis Industries Corporation – ICAD I, II, and III Polymer Parks, as well as contributing to renowned projects such as the Theme Parks at Universal Studio-Dubailand, Dream Works-Dubailand, Lego land-Dubailand, and the Khalifa FIFA Stadium in Qatar. His expertise lies in Quantity Surveying, Contracts Administration, and Commercial management in mainstream construction.
Beyond his technical prowess, Dr. Varghese excels in construction claims preparation, defense, dispute resolution, and the commercial management of international projects. Notably, he has held key positions such as Director-Contracts at Dubailand (2000-2012) and Head of Contracts at Aspire Zone Qatar (2012-2019), further solidifying his reputation as a trusted leader in the field.
With a global presence spanning Qatar, UAE, Yemen, Germany, Kazakhstan, and the USA, Dr. Varghese continues to make significant contributions to the industry, utilizing his extensive experience and expertise to ensure the successful delivery of projects and maintain contractual excellence. Furthermore, his dedication to supporting smaller contractors and sub-contractors has led him to found CALIM Contracts Consultancy firm, combining his passion with a social commitment to strengthen the industry as a whole.