Koos Fourie
About Koos Fourie
Koos Fourie is a Senior Commercial Manager at DPR Construction, where he has worked since 2021. He has over 16 years of experience in contracting, quantity surveying, and claims management across various industries, including Energy and Chemicals.
Work at DPR Construction
Koos Fourie has been serving as a Senior Commercial Manager at DPR Construction since 2021. In this role, he is part of the Operations Team focusing on the Benelux region. His responsibilities include overseeing commercial aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and managing relationships with stakeholders. His tenure at DPR Construction has lasted for three years, during which he has contributed to the company's operations in the Netherlands.
Previous Experience at Fluor Corporation
Prior to joining DPR Construction, Koos Fourie worked at Fluor Corporation in various roles. He served as Project Contracts Manager for 11 months in the Netherlands from 2020 to 2021. Before that, he was a Contract Manager for two years on the Al-Zour Project in Kuwait from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he worked as a Contract Engineer for one year in the Netherlands from 2016 to 2017, and as a Contracts Administrator for four years at FLUOR SA (PTY) LTD from 2011 to 2015.
Experience in Subcontract Management
Koos Fourie has also held a position at McDermott International, Ltd as Project Subcontracts Manager for six months in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 2019 to 2020. His experience in subcontract management has equipped him with skills in negotiating and managing subcontracts, ensuring project deliverables are met according to specifications and timelines.
Educational Background
Koos Fourie studied at the University of the Free State, where he earned a National Diploma in Quantity Surveying from 2006 to 2009. His foundational education includes a High School Diploma from Pietersburg High School, which he completed in 2001. This educational background has provided him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in his career in quantity surveying and contract management.
Industry Experience and Expertise
Koos Fourie has over 16 years of experience in the fields of estimating, quantity surveying, contracting, and claims management. His industry expertise spans multiple sectors, including Mining, Infrastructure, Energy, Chemicals, Lifesciences, and Technologies. He has extensive experience in both on-shore and offshore projects, particularly within the Energy and Chemicals sectors.