Jones Daniel, MSc, LLM, MBA
About Jones Daniel, MSc, LLM, MBA
Jones Daniel is a Group Director of Procurements & Contracts with over 25 years of experience in international project commercial management. He has held various positions in notable companies and has advanced academic qualifications in civil engineering, construction project management, financial management, and construction law.
Current Role at DP World
Jones Daniel serves as the Group Director of Procurements & Contracts at DP World, a position he has held since 2023. He has been with the company for 18 years, starting as a Manager in Procurement & Contracts in 2006. In 2019, he advanced to Senior Manager in the same department. His role involves overseeing procurement strategies and contract management within the organization, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and project success.
Professional Experience
Jones Daniel has over 25 years of experience in international project commercial management, procurement, and contracts management. He previously worked at Mott MacDonald as an Assistant Resident Engineer (Civil) from 1996 to 1999 in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and at Scott Wilson (now part of URS Corporation) as a Senior Quantity Surveyor from 2002 to 2005 in Dubai, UAE. His extensive background includes involvement in major infrastructure developments, such as roads, bridges, tunnels, high-rise buildings, and marine works.
Education and Expertise
Jones Daniel holds multiple advanced degrees. He earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Construction Project Management from Heriot-Watt University between 2006 and 2009. He also achieved a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Financial Management from Mahatma Gandhi University from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he completed a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Construction Law at Robert Gordon University from 2010 to 2013. His educational background supports his expertise in risk assessment, claims preparation, negotiation, and resolution.
Background in Civil Engineering
Jones Daniel began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Civil Engineering from the University of Madras, which he completed from 1985 to 1989. This foundational education in civil engineering has been instrumental in his career, allowing him to provide legal and contractual advice throughout the project life cycle and develop effective commercial strategies and procedures.