Dr. Maged Swelam (FRICS) - PUBLIC FIGURE RICS KSA Regional Advisory Board

With 25 years of progressive experience in engineering, management and operations, Dr. Swelam is strategic, highly analytical, performance-driven and results-oriented inspirational leader armed with an entrepreneurial attitude and extensive geographic expertise in Africa, Asia, Middle East and Europe with emphasized experience with public and private sectors projects in Project & Construction Management, Construction Supervision, Business Development, Contract Practice, Contract Administration, Procurement and Tendering, Conflict Avoidance & Disputes Resolutions, Financial Control and Reporting, Claims Management, Cost Planning, Total Quality Management, Documents Management and Software Development, Risk Management, Strategic Planning , Artifacts and Exhibition Management and Value Engineering with a recognized track of development and implementation of complex projects including but not limited to infrastructure , irrigation and water structure, multi-mixed-use real estate developments, hotels, commercial centers, airports, museums heritage projects and office buildings projects. He is known for effectively supporting business needs with unparalleled work ethics and sound judgment and for stellar performance in large-scale challenging, cost & time-sensitive developments. Focuses on meeting Clients' needs and securing business continuity through understanding client’s requirements, suggestions, complaints, etc., analyzing it to satisfy client requirements through consistent and effective communication by being responsive to client calls and emails, scheduling regular check-ins, sharing company news, and interacting with clients across social media, if appropriate. Possessing the skills and leadership to develop and deliver the business strategy through collaboration with cross-functional teams for revenue maximization, cost containment, quantitative analysis, and change management with a clear vision of opportunities and target markets in the MENA region. A team player dedicated to helping employees improve their skills and techniques to reach larger goals. He is skilled in building relationships in the workplace with colleagues to ensure good teamwork and productivity. Holds a Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Master’s in Construction Engineering and Management, and Philosophy Doctorate in Construction Engineering and Management specializing in procurement methodologies, dispute resolution, and personality traits analysis.