Mike Ellis Frics

Mike Ellis FRICS, ACIArb has a diverse work experience spanning over three decades. Mike started their career in the British Army as a Combat Engineer, serving in various locations and being part of several training missions and deployments. After leaving the army, they worked as a Senior Quantity Surveyor for Napier & Blakeley PTY Ltd, where they handled pre and post contract roles for hotels, commercial and residential buildings, along with capital allowances and tax depreciation for Blue Chip companies and hotel chains.

In 2002, Mike joined EC Harris as a Senior Consultant, where they managed teams of surveyors providing full pre and post quantity surveying services for prestigious landmark buildings in Dubai, UAE. Mike later joined Currie & Brown as a Director, responsible for cost management service deliverables in the UAE and Middle East region. During their time at Currie & Brown, they played a key role in managing the cost management department.

In 2014, Mike became the Director at Meydan Group LLC, contributing to the development of diverse projects such as international horse racing and equestrian events, commercial developments, residential villa communities, and luxury waterfront developments. Mike also established a robust cost management department and implemented a comprehensive Quality Management Plan.

From 2016 to 2019, Mike worked as the Head of Contract Administration at Meraas Holdings, where they were involved in multiple portfolios, including infrastructure, modern buildings, and mixed-use communities. Mike focused on utilizing comprehensive and integrated master planning to create exceptional buildings that enhance people's lives in the community.

Most recently, Mike joined Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP) in 2019 as the Head of Commercial. In this role, they are responsible for the master planning, design, infrastructure development, and construction of Dubai's aviation sector. DAEP has undertaken notable projects such as Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central.

Throughout their career, Mike has demonstrated expertise in cost management, contract administration, and comprehensive planning. As a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (FRICS) and an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (ACIArb), they bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to their role.

Mike Ellis FRICS, ACIArb has a strong educational background in construction and surveying. Mike obtained a BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying from Leeds Beckett University in 1996-1997. Prior to that, they completed a HND in Building Studies at Wrexham University from 1993 to 1995. During their earlier years, Mike attended Brynhyfryd, where they studied subjects such as English, Maths, Chemistry, History, and French. In more recent years, they pursued further education and earned a Master of Laws (LLM) in Construction Law - Arbitration from Robert Gordon University in 2017. Additionally, Mike holds certifications as a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), obtained in 2012, and as an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), obtained in 2011.