Basel Al Najjar is a UAE-based Civil Engineer, Expert Engineer, and Arbitrator specializing in construction law, contract management, and dispute resolution. With a strong professional background in engineering consultancy, Basel has developed advanced expertise in FIDIC contracts, UAE Civil Code applications in construction, and the preparation and evaluation of complex claims, including concurrent delay, disruption, and extension of time (EOT) matters. He advises contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders on contract strategy, risk mitigation, and dispute avoidance, combining technical engineering knowledge with legal and contractual insight. Basel’s work is driven by a practical, results-oriented approach aimed at resolving issues efficiently while safeguarding contractual rights and commercial interests. Through his publications, he provides clear, actionable insights to support professionals in managing construction risks, strengthening claims, and navigating disputes with confidence. For consultancy services, expert opinion, or arbitration-related matters, inquiries can be submitted through this website.
Basel Al Najjar
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Apr 24
Variation Claims: FIDIC Procedure, Notice and Costs | E-Basel
Claims · Contract Changes Variation Claims Under Construction Contracts How to identify, notify, and claim for variations under FIDIC. Notice requirements, cost assessment, and the interplay with other claim routes. 6 min read · Updated 24/04/2026 By Basel Al Najjar Civil Engineering Consultant, DIAC Arbitrator, Tribunal Chairman and Accredited Expert Witness. Over two decades advising …
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Apr 24
Design Defect Claims: Liability, Remedies and Damages | E-Basel
Claims · Defect Liability Design Defect Claims: Liability, Remedies and Damages When design errors compromise a building’s safety, quality, or functionality, how are claims assessed and damages calculated under construction contracts? 7 min read · Updated 24/04/2026 By Basel Al Najjar Civil Engineering Consultant, DIAC Arbitrator, Tribunal Chairman and Accredited Expert Witness. Over two decades …
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Apr 24
Legal Categories of Construction Claims | E-Basel
Claims · Legal Framework Legal Categories of Construction Claims An overview of debt claims, breach of contract, and statutory liability under FIDIC and UAE law. 6 min read · Updated 24/04/2026 By Basel Al Najjar Civil Engineering Consultant, DIAC Arbitrator, Tribunal Chairman and Accredited Expert Witness. Over two decades advising UAE contractors, developers and law …
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Apr 24
Construction Claims: Types, Management & Resolution | E-Basel
Claims · Contract Management Construction Claims: Types, Management and Resolution A practical guide to understanding construction claims, managing entitlements, and resolving disputes in UAE and GCC projects. 8 min read · Updated 24/04/2026 By Basel Al Najjar Civil Engineering Consultant, DIAC Arbitrator, Tribunal Chairman and Accredited Expert Witness. Over two decades advising UAE contractors, developers …
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Apr 24
FIDIC Gold Book: Design-Build-Operate Contracts | E-Basel
Knowledge Hub · FIDIC The FIDIC Gold Book: Design-Build-Operate Contracts Published in 2008, the FIDIC Gold Book combines design-build with a long-term operation commitment in a single contract. For UAE infrastructure projects where a single contractor is to deliver and run the asset for up to 20 years, the Gold Book provides a ready-made framework …
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Apr 24
FIDIC Silver Book: EPC and Turnkey Contracts | E-Basel
Knowledge Hub · FIDIC The FIDIC Silver Book: EPC and Turnkey Contracts The Silver Book is FIDIC’s EPC/turnkey form. It departs from the traditional FIDIC principle of balanced risk allocation, placing most project risk on the Contractor in return for price and time certainty for the Employer. Used with care, it is the right form …
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Apr 24
FIDIC Orange Book 1995: Design-Build and Turnkey | E-Basel
Knowledge Hub · FIDIC The FIDIC Orange Book 1995: Design-Build and Turnkey Contracts Published in 1995 as the first FIDIC form drafted in the modern style, the Orange Book introduced single-point design liability to the FIDIC suite. It has been largely superseded by the 1999 Yellow and Silver Books, but understanding it remains relevant for …
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Apr 23
Letters of Intent in Construction: Binding Effect | E-Basel
Home › Knowledge Hub › Contract Letters of Intent: Binding Effect and Legal Exposure in Construction Letters of intent are meant to bridge the gap between tender award and contract signature. In practice, they are one of the most poorly drafted instruments in the industry — and a disproportionate source of construction disputes. 6 min …
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Apr 23
FIDIC Yellow Book: Design-Build Contract Guide | E-Basel
Knowledge Hub · FIDIC FIDIC Yellow Book: The Design-Build Contract Explained The Yellow Book is FIDIC’s principal design-build form. Under it, the Contractor takes responsibility for design as well as construction — a risk transfer that has significant consequences for insurance, fitness-for-purpose obligations and claim strategy. 7 min read · Updated 23/04/2026 By Basel Al …
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Authority Bio
Basel Al Najjar
Civil Engineering Consultant · Accredited Expert Witness
Arbitrator · Senior Project Manager
Specialising in construction claims, FIDIC contracts, and dispute resolution across the UAE. Acting as Arbitrator, Tribunal Chairman, and Independent Expert in high-value, multi-party disputes.
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