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Samer Abdul Samad

Samer Abdul Samad

President & Chief Executive Officer

Samer Abdul Samad is the President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nesma & Partners.

Samer joined the Company in 1994 as a site engineer and progressed steadily until he was promoted to Vice President of Public Works in 2016. In 2020, he was appointed as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer before his current appointment as the President and CEO in 2021.

During his previous roles, Samer was an indispensable member of the Operations Department overseeing all construction and infrastructure projects at Nesma & Partners.

Throughout his tenure as the President and CEO, Samer has worked to solidify the company’s positioning as a leading contracting company in the Kingdom. In early 2022, Samer shared his strategy and vision for Nesma & Partners within the organization to build on the company’s 40 years of legacy as a proud Saudi company, operating nationwide, progressively, regionally, and internationally.

Under his leadership, Nesma & Partners has won many mega projects like the Red Sea Airport and Riyadh Avenues and successfully delivered many projects for government and private clients in Riyadh, NEOM, al-Ula, and Eastern Province.

Samer has a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from New York University, Tandon School of Engineering.

Richard Ollier

Richard Ollier

Executive Vice President and Chief Technical Officer

Richard Ollier is the Executive Vice President & Chief Technical Officer at Nesma & Partners.

With over 30 years of an international experience in project management in over 12 countries, Mr. Ollier has been credited with the turnaround performance of projects, programs, and portfolios with profitable growth development in global environments within real estate, railways, and energy sectors.

Before joining Nesma & Partners in 2021, Mr. Ollier was the Chief Project Management Officer at Jabal Omar Development Company, and he has worked for 23 years in ALSTOM Group, mainly in hydroelectric, transmission & distribution networks, and railways sectors. In 2013 as VP of turnkey projects, he went to KSA to launch the Riyadh metro project.

He graduated as an Engineer in Mechanics from the University of Technology of Compiegne in France and has a Master of Business and Administration from IEFSI (Lille – France).

Marc Krouse

Marc Krouse

Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer

Marc Krouse is the Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer at Nesma & Partners.

Before joining Nesma, Krouse was the Commercial Managing Director for Porr Qatar, a division of Porr Bau GmbH, the Austrian construction company, jointly overseeing their GCC operations.

With over 28 years of construction experience, of which 12 years were in GCC, mostly in senior executive roles, Krouse brings a wealth of industry-related experience to Nesma & Partners. At Porr, Krouse oversaw multi-billion US Dollars projects such as the Metro Green Line and Al Janoub Stadium in Doha.

Before that, at El Seif Engineering, he was involved in Princess Noura University for Women in Riyadh and the companies HHR KAEC station. With vast International experience in the United States, Australia, Southern, and East Africa, Krouse is well suited to be a key player in driving the current growth phase of Nesma & Partners.

 Marc Krouse holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Finance with majors in Business Administration, Business Finance, and Accounting.

Housam Ibrahim-Basha

Housam Ibrahim-Basha

Vice President & Chief Support Services Officer

Housam Ibrahim-Basha is the Vice President & Chief Support Services Officer at Nesma & Partners.

Before assuming this leadership position, Ibrahim-Basha worked for over 20 years in management roles in human resources, administration, and IT.  He is best known for driving cultural change by leading HR compliance across Nesma Group’s companies.

Ibrahim-Basha has a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Portland State University and specializes in HR Strategy in Transforming Organizations at the London Business School.

Shawki Gholmie

Shawki Gholmie

Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development

Shawki Gholmie is the Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development at Nesma & Partners, where he leads strategy; strategic planning; operating model development; digital transformation; and business development & partnerships. Shawki has an exceptional track record in driving execution and in capability-building and is currently spearheading the establishment of Nesma & Partners' Mergers & Acquisitions function and the Project Development / Public-Private Partnerships departments.

He serves as a non-executive board member for several companies including Nesma-Kent Energy Company, and Nesma Contracting Company. Prior to joining Nesma & Partners, Shawki held multiple project management positions at Turner Construction in New York City, NY.

Shawki holds BSc and master’s degrees in civil engineering and economics from Columbia University, Georgia Institute of Technology, and Emory University. He is currently completing the Columbia / London Business School Executive MBA program (expected 2026). 

Michael Fakhoury

Michael Fakhoury

Vice President of Energy

Michael Fakhoury is Vice President of Energy at Nesma & Partners.

Fakhoury is best known for his direct involvement in the execution of 20 successful Nesma & Partners projects since joining the company in 2002. In 2016, he was assigned the position of General Manager for Aramco Projects.

His journey and collaboration with Saudi Aramco started with the Haradh Gas Plant project in 2002 and continued for 20 years through different projects in different departments within Saudi Aramco in the Upstream, Midstream, and Downstream Oil & Gas industries.

Fakhoury holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. He also has an EMBA from the American University of Beirut. He is certified as Project Management Professional (PMP) and Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP).

Antoine G. Kfouri

Antoine G. Kfouri

Vice President of Buildings/MEP & Technical Support

Antoine G. Kfouri is the Vice President of Buildings/MEP & Technical Support at Nesma & Partners.

Antoine’s experience spans over 40 years in Construction and Electrical Utility. Before joining Nesma & Partners, Antoine was a project manager and completed key projects for major clients such as Saudi Aramco, Royal Commission of Jubail, Saudi Glass Factory, BEEAH, etc.

Antoine Joined Nesma & Partners in late 1996 as MEP Department Manager. With his hard work and dedication, he steadily progressed in his career. Before his current appointment, he was the Vice President of MEP & Technical Support.

Antoine holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the American University of Beirut (AUB) and did Postgraduate studies in Electrical Engineering and Project Management at AUB.

Bilal Ansari

Bilal Ansari

Vice President of Infrastructure Construction

Bilal Ansari is the Vice President of Infrastructure Construction at Nesma & Partners.

Ansari brings over 25 years of experience in construction, real estate, and engineering. Before joining Nesma & Partners in 2019 as Program Director, Mr. Ansari held senior leadership positions such as Deputy Chief Operating Officer and Acting Vice President for Construction in several prominent organizations in the Kingdom, including Saudi Oger Ltd.

He has a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the American University of Beirut and a master’s in Environmental Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA.

Mohammed Mahfouz

Mohammed Mahfouz

Vice President of Procurement & Subcontracts

Mohammed Mahfouz is Vice President of Procurement & Subcontracts at Nesma & Partners.

Before his current leadership position, Mahfouz served as the Procurement Manager. He also was project manager of some landmark projects including the Laboratory, Research, and Development Center in Dhahran, Wastewater Environmental Protection in Abqaiq, and Al-Azizia Panda Shopping Mall in Dhahran.

Mr. Mahfouz has a BS in Civil Engineering from Alazhar University in Cairo, Egypt.

Amin Aljaber

Amin Aljaber

Chief Information Officer

Amin Aljaber is the Chief Information Officer at Nesma & Partners, leading the company's IT strategy, cybersecurity initiatives, and digital transformation efforts.

With over 25 years of experience, Amin has held executive positions in global organizations such as KPMG, Atos, HP, and SAP, where he successfully managed complex IT projects and implemented enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems across diverse industries, including Oil & Gas, Utilities, Public Sector, Airlines, Automotive, Retail, and Petrochemicals.

Amin's leadership is not just about achieving business goals but also about fostering an innovation-driven culture. His commitment to this culture and a collaborative, project-based work environment is evident in his academic and professional journey. With an MBA from the New York Institute of Technology and a Bachelor’s in Management Information Systems from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), Amin has been instrumental in introducing cutting-edge solutions leveraging mobile, social, cloud, and AI technologies at Nesma & Partners, positioning the company at the forefront of digital innovation.

A recognized thought leader in automation, digital transformation, corporate innovation, and customer centricity, Amin is a frequent speaker at local, regional, and international conferences. He actively contributes to panel discussions and shares his expertise on the evolving IT and business transformation landscape.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Amin's life is enriched by his passion for sports, particularly running and cycling. His active participation in races across the GCC region is a testament to his dedication and discipline. He also finds joy in capturing moments through his keen interest in photography and art, reflecting his appreciation for creativity and precision.

Hadi Abi Haidar

Hadi Abi Haidar

Vice President of Engineering

Hadi Abi Haidar is Vice President of Engineering at Nesma & Partners.

His long-time career at the Company started almost thirty years ago when he joined as Design Engineer in Architecture. During this time, he assumed several leadership positions such as design team leader, engineering manager for the Research and Development Lab at Aramco, and engineering manager at the Head Office.

Abi Haidar has a master’s degree in architecture engineering.

Mohammad Jafar Khan

Mohammad Jafar Khan

Vice President and Chief Contracts & Legal Officer

Mohammad Jafar Khan is the Vice President and Chief Contracts & Legal Officer at Nesma & Partners.

Khan has over 29 years of experience as a professional engineer. His strengths lie in site management, planning, estimation, business development, and leadership.

Khan has extensive experience in contract execution and management, corporate legal support, project planning management, quality assurance and safety management, and writing commercial and technical proposals.

Before his current position, Khan was Chief Officer for Contracts and Legal at the Company. His career highlights include being Chief Operations Officer at MBN Construction, KSA, and Chief Engineer at DADCO, KSA.

Khan holds a bachelor’s degree and a gold medal in Applied Sciences from the University of Baluchistan, Quetta, Pakistan, and won the Central Treaty Organization (CENTO) scholarship.

Serge Marashlian

Serge Marashlian

Vice President of Project Controls

Serge Marashlian is Vice President of Project Controls at Nesma & Partners.

Marashlian’s career with the Company started in 2002 when he joined Nesma & Alfadl as a planning engineer. Throughout his tenure at N&P, he oversaw over 100 project control personnel for various programs and projects, including infrastructure, aviation, industrial plants, buildings, healthcare, energy, metros, and water.

As VP-Project Controls, he now reports to the Chief Operating Officer/EVP on costs and time-related subjects for projects with annual revenue exceeding US $1 billion.

Marashlian has a BS in Civil Engineering and an MS in Engineering Management from the American University of Beirut.

Haytham Kalash

Haytham Kalash

Deputy Vice President of Buildings

Haytham Kalash is the Deputy Vice President of Building Construction at Nesma & Partners.

Haytham Kalash is a seasoned professional with over 29 years of invaluable expertise in the realm of General Contracting, specializing in building construction. With a remarkable tenure of 25 years in Saudi Arabia and an additional four years in Canada, Haytham brings a wealth of diverse experiences to his role as Vice President of Building Construction at Nesma & Partners.

His journey with Nesma & Partners commenced in 2004 when he was initially a project manager. Throughout his tenure, he has spearheaded the successful completion of numerous landmark projects, ranging from Power Plants to Oil & Gas facilities and Hospitals.

Beyond his contributions to Nesma & Partners, Haytham's professional footprint extends across various industries, including Electrical Power Generation and Transmission, Industrial Plants, Oil and Gas facilities, Hospitals, and Commercial projects. He has honed his skills and expertise through roles at esteemed international entities such as ABB and SNC Lavalin, further enriching his vast knowledge base.

Haytham's academic credentials include a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the prestigious American University of Beirut, earned in 1995. Notably, he achieved a significant milestone in 2005 by becoming the first employee at Nesma & Partners to attain the esteemed Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, underscoring his commitment to excellence and continuous professional development.

Nesma Contracting Limited

Owns and operates multiple businesses across various sectors in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt.

Rawabi Investment Company

A diversified conglomerate and a leader in energy, industrial, and contracting services.

Alturki Holding

A premium investor and partner for building sustainable businesses in Saudi Arabia and MENA.

Public Investment Funds

The driving force behind the growth of new sectors, companies and jobs, and catalyst of Vision 2030.

NesmaKent

A Joint Venture with Kent PLC, a subsidiary of Nesma & Partners, and a local Saudi company, NesmaKent, supports the execution of Saudi Aramco’s EPC projects within the industrial sector.

 

In addition, the partnership undertakes the development of new capabilities in engineering, procurement, and construction services in the KSA relating to carbon capture, blue hydrogen, and blue ammonia technologies.

Kent

Kent is a privately-owned international integrated energy services partner acquired by Nesma & Partners. Founded in 1919 as a small family company in Ireland, Kent is now a 13,000-strong client-centric team and $1.4 billion-dollar revenue global business.  It delivers sustainable and innovative engineering services and project delivery solutions for the oil and gas, industrial, renewables, and low-carbon industries. It has a roster of blue-chip clients, including international energy companies, national oil companies, renewable energy companies, and global petrochemical companies.

Nesma & Partners – Sicim

Nesma & Partners, the leading contracting company in Saudi Arabia, has announced a landmark joint venture with Sicim, a renowned Italian firm. This strategic partnership, aimed at two Master Gas projects involving pipeline engineering, procurement, and construction for nearly 500 kilometers of 56” size across the mountainous western region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia between Taif and South Jeddah, is a significant step towards enhancing the energy sector's capabilities in the Kingdom, marking a pivotal moment in the region's pipeline development.

NASJV

The Joint Venture of NASJV between Nesma & Partners, Almabani General Contractors, and Advanced Telecom Systems for Contracting Company was formed in January 2020 to execute two contracts for the construction, procurement, and development of King Faisal Air Academy (“KFAA”) and King Salman Air Base (“KSAB”) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for Ministry of Defense.

NAPJV

The Joint Venture of NAPJV between Nesma & Partners-Almabani General Contractors was formed in January 2020 to execute a single contract for the construction, procurement, and development of airside works for Red Sea Airport in connection with Red Sea Development Company.

Nesma & Partners – MAN Enterprise JV

Nesma & Partners announced a new joint venture with MAN Enterprise, a globally recognized construction and project management firm. This strategic partnership aims to drive the development of the Qurain Cultural District, a key component of the Diriyah project that seamlessly blends cultural heritage with modern urban living.

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Together,
We Build Excellence

We are committed to shaping a better future for the communities we serve by delivering innovative and sustainable progress to generations to come.

Our Story

We have evolved from a local contractor into a global leader, transforming communities for over 40 years. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, we have successfully delivered 200+ projects in urban development, energy, healthcare, and beyond, while leveraging strategic partnerships and acquisitions to expand our capabilities.

1981

Nesma & Al Fadl

Nesma & Partners was established in 1981 as “Nesma & Al Fadl”

1995

Nesma-Emcor

Partnered up with Nesma-Emcor to power electro-mechanical construction works.

1997

Nesma-AGAP

Partnered up with Nesma-AGAP to break into the oil & gas contracting sector.

2004

The Merger

The union of our strengths led to the foundation of Nesma & Partners.

2010

1,000,000,000+ Revenues

By 2010, our revenues exceeded SAR 1 billion.

2022

Public Investment Fund (PIF)

In November 2022, the Public Investment Fund (PIF) was welcomed as a partner in Nesma & Partners.

Our Mission

Deliver exceptional contracting and services solutions in the Middle East, leveraging our expertise, innovation, and commitment to building enduring relationships with our clients while upholding the highest ethical standards.

Vision

Be the premier contracting and services company of choice in the Middle East, leading the industry through excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth.

Our Values

Excellence

We strive for excellence in everything we do. We set high standards for ourselves and continuously seek opportunities for improvement, delivering the highest quality in our contracting and service solutions.

Respect

We treat everyone with respect and appreciation. We conduct our business with unwavering integrity, honesty and transparency, adhering to the highest ethical standards and treating our clients, employees and stakeholders fairly and respectfully.

Innovation

Innovation has been our main pillar throughout our journey. We embrace innovation as a driving force for success. We encourage creativity, exploration of new ideas, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies. We continuously adapt to changes in the industry and strive to be at the forefront of innovation.

Diversity & Collaboration

We embrace diversity in all forms, and we believe that by working together and leveraging our diverse skills and expertise, we can achieve greater results and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.

Impact

We contribute positively to the business, society, and the environment by integrating sustainable practices into our operations and minimizing our environmental footprint and contribute positively to the communities in which we operate.

Our Leaders

Board Members

Executive Leaders

Rami Alturki

Board Chairman

Faisal Alturki

Board Member

Noura Alturki

Board Member

Ahmed AlGhamdi

Board Member

Nasser AlHuqbani

Board Member

Carlos F. Aguilar

Independent Board Member

Bushra Abu Salem

Board Secretary and Governance & Compliance Affairs Director

Samer Abdul Samad

President & Chief Executive Officer

Richard Ollier

Executive Vice President and Chief Technical Officer

Marc Krouse

Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer

Housam Ibrahim-Basha

Vice President & Chief Support Services Officer

Shawki Gholmie

Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development

Michael Fakhoury

Vice President of Energy

Antoine G. Kfouri

Vice President of Buildings/MEP & Technical Support

Bilal Ansari

Vice President of Infrastructure Construction

Mohammed Mahfouz

Vice President of Procurement & Subcontracts

Amin Aljaber

Chief Information Officer

Hadi Abi Haidar

Vice President of Engineering

Mohammad Jafar Khan

Vice President and Chief Contracts & Legal Officer

Serge Marashlian

Vice President of Project Controls

Haytham Kalash

Deputy Vice President of Buildings

Corporate Governance

We are committed to upholding the highest ethical business practices standards in everything we do, and we believe in rigorous corporate governance to deliver positive impacts and outcomes for our shareholders, employees, communities, environment, and economies in which we operate.

Code of Conduct

Our code of conduct ensures the highest standards of integrity, transparency and ethical behavior in all business practices.

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We work in an ambiance full of hardwork and perseverance. All of our company team members and partners thrive to offer the best services to the clients within the set deadlines.

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