Our speakers
Colin Russell - Partner at HKA
Colin is a Qatar-based Partner at HKA and Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over 29 years of experience in the construction industry. A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, he specializes in quantum and delay analysis across diverse sectors, including conference centers, hotels, residential buildings, manufacturing plants, motorways, airport terminals, wastewater treatment, and power stations. With extensive experience in the UK, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Colin combines in-depth construction knowledge with practical insights from various management levels. His expertise enables him to efficiently analyze construction disputes and advise clients with clear, strategic solutions. Colin's proactive communication skills allow him to effectively lead client teams in navigating complex challenges.
Feras Al Roumani - Principal at HKA
Feras Al Roumani is a Qatar-based Principal and Delay Expert at HKA, with over 29 years of experience in civil engineering, project management, and delay analysis. An RICS Accredited Expert Witness, he has worked across multiple countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, and Ghana, and has resided in Qatar for the past six years. Feras specializes in claim consultancy, forensic delay analysis, and arbitration support, assisting clients with contractual claims and disputes related to delays and changes. Proficient in planning software, he has contributed to numerous high-profile projects in the Middle East and Africa, including nuclear power plants, hospitals, airports, and mixed-use developments.
