Nominate Dr Samer Skaik as a DAB/DAAB Member
An independent, FIDIC-experienced Dispute Avoidance/Adjudication Board member — PhD in Construction Law, RICS-certified adjudicator, and PMI-certified project manager. Trusted by owners, contractors, and engineers to prevent disputes early and resolve them fairly and impartially.
Available for sole-member and three-person boards on projects across Asia, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and worldwide.
Why Nominate Dr Skaik
A dispute board is only as strong as the people on it. Here is what Dr Skaik brings to your board.
Genuine Independence
Appointable jointly by both parties or as a party-nomination. Dr Skaik serves the contract and the facts — never a side.
Deep FIDIC Command
Fluent in the FIDIC Suite (1999 & 2017), including DAAB provisions, Engineer's determinations, and the multi-tier dispute mechanism.
Dispute Avoidance First
Heads off disputes through early, informal engagement and clear, reasoned guidance — saving programme time and cost.
Responsive & Available
Decisions delivered within FIDIC timeframes, with disciplined hearings and reasoned decisions that stand up to scrutiny.
The Nomination & Appointment Process
Appointing Dr Skaik to your board is straightforward. Here is what to expect.
Enquire
Submit the form below with your project details and the role you envisage. Tick the box to receive his tailored DAAB CV.
Review & Confirm
Receive Dr Skaik's CV plus confirmation of availability and a conflict check, usually within one business day.
Agree Terms
The parties execute the Dispute Adjudication/Avoidance Agreement, consistent with FIDIC's tripartite model.
Mobilise
Dr Skaik joins the board, reviews documents, and — for standing boards — begins regular site visits.