Riyadh: ROWAD Modern Engineering is highlighting its integrated delivery capabilities at Saudi Mega Projects 2026, where the company is participating as an Integrated Delivery Sponsor.
Held in Riyadh from September 28 to 30 and organised by MEED, the event brings together stakeholders from across Saudi Arabia’s expanding project ecosystem.
As the Kingdom moves deeper into the implementation of Vision 2030 projects, ROWAD is focusing on the role of integrated delivery in managing the scale, speed and technical requirements of the next phase of development.
The company’s executive and business development teams are engaging with government entities, developers, project owners, consultants, contractors and technology providers throughout the event, with discussions covering fast-track execution, early stakeholder alignment, localisation and digitalisation.
Integrated Delivery and Fast-Track Execution
Eng. Yasser El-Saadany, Commercial Director of ROWAD Modern Engineering, participated in a fireside chat examining the role of integrated delivery in Saudi Arabia’s next project cycle.
The discussion explored how earlier coordination between engineering, planning, execution, project controls and stakeholders can strengthen alignment, improve oversight and identify risks before they affect project performance.
Eng. Mohamed Mahlab also highlighted the value of coordinated delivery for clients through clearer decision-making and more aligned execution.
With Saudi Arabia’s project pipeline moving further into execution, ROWAD emphasised the importance of combining technical expertise with disciplined fast-track delivery while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Sustainability and Local Expertise
Sustainability was another focus at the event. ROWAD said its projects align with international sustainability standards and frameworks, with developments achieving certifications including LEED and EDGE.
In Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Culture Headquarters in Diriyah incorporates sustainable design requirements aligned with LEED and Mostadam Gold standards while responding to the architectural heritage of Diriyah.
The company also highlighted the importance of combining international expertise with knowledge of the local market.
“International experience creates the greatest value when it is combined with local knowledge,” said Eng. Yasser El-Saadany. “Our approach in Saudi Arabia is to understand the market, build strong local relationships and invest in Saudi talent, creating a delivery model that is increasingly led by local capabilities towards 2030 and beyond.”
Eng. Mohamed Fawzy, General Manager – KSA at ROWAD Modern Engineering, also participated in the panel discussion, addressing the changing requirements of Saudi Arabia’s construction sector and the role of regional and international expertise.
“Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 represents one of the world’s most ambitious development journeys, creating new opportunities for collaboration, innovation and excellence across the construction sector,” he said.
Building Capabilities in Saudi Arabia
ROWAD’s activities in Saudi Arabia also extend to knowledge transfer and capability building. The company has provided engineering students with practical exposure through initiatives such as a student site visit to the Al-Haer Sewage Treatment Plant project.
Its fast-track delivery experience includes bridges completed within two to four months and university facilities delivered in approximately nine months. The company attributes these timelines to early risk identification, parallel planning and execution, disciplined interface management, and embedded quality and HSE standards.
Digital tools across estimating, planning, reporting and project controls are also used to strengthen project oversight and coordination.
ROWAD said its work with international clients, consultants, banks and development institutions has further expanded its exposure to global requirements, sustainability frameworks and international standards.
The company’s growing Saudi portfolio spans infrastructure, water, heritage, culture and buildings. Projects include the Al-Haer Sewage Treatment Plant in Riyadh, the Red Sea Museum (Bab Al Bunt) in Historic Jeddah, the Tarek Abdulhakim Center in Jeddah, the Ministry of Culture Headquarters in Diriyah, and the SAL project in Riyadh and the Rabigh CCPP Extension.
Together, these projects form part of ROWAD’s approach to combining integrated execution, international expertise, local market understanding, digitalisation and investment in Saudi talent as the Kingdom enters its next phase of development.
