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Umer Ghazanfar Malik

Umer Ghazanfar Malik

Founding Partner | Governance & Contracts

Professional Engineer (PE) & Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb)

Professional Experience

Over 30 years operating at the intersection of engineering, contracts, and decision-making in some of the world's most complex environments.

Key Highlights

  • Identifies early risk signals in large-scale infrastructure projects
  • Former assignments with Pakistan Army, United Nations
  • Led projects in challenging terrains and socio-political environments
  • Expertise in translating technical realities to strategic imperatives
  • Specialized in contract structuring and dispute avoidance mechanisms
  • Advisory experience across emerging markets and complex jurisdictions

Expertise in

Contract Risk Management
Infrastructure Advisory
Dispute Resolution
Government Relations
Project Governance
Technical Due Diligence