Abdullah Hamad Alshagawi
Chief Operating Officer
Dammam,04
Summary
Experienced executive with over 10 years of progressive leadership in engineering, architecture, and heritage management. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer and General Manager of Afniah Egypt, leading multi-office operations across Saudi Arabia and North Africa. Proven ability to drive strategic growth, manage large-scale multidisciplinary teams, and deliver complex projects aligned with national and regional visions.
Results-driven operational professional with strong history of optimizing business processes and leading diverse teams. Adept at implementing strategic improvements and fostering culture of continuous development. Known for reliability, adaptability, and keen focus on delivering tangible results through effective collaboration and leadership.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Cultural Design and Engineering
06.2025 - Current
- Lead Afniah’s operational and business performance in Khobar and Cairo, overseeing more than 70 multidisciplinary staff.
- Direct the delivery of complex projects across the GCC and North Africa, including government-funded heritage and infrastructure programs.
- Manage P&L, cost optimization, and performance targets with quarterly financial reporting.
- Develop operational strategies to support Afniah’s 2030 strategic goals, including digital transformation and market expansion.
- Serve as primary liaison with senior government clients, including the Ministry of Culture (KSA).
- Lead recruitment and evaluation for senior operational roles across both locations.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations across multiple departments, ensuring timely delivery of projects and streamlined workflows.
- Formulated strategic plans aligning with overall company vision; setting achievable short and long-term goals to drive growth and profitability.
General Manager
Afniah Egypt
09.2023 - Current
- Established and scaled Afniah’s Egypt branch from registration through operational maturity.
- Supervise technical, administrative, and financial operations with full P&L responsibility.
- Deliver multimillion-dollar engineering and heritage projects with cross-border teams.
- Forge strategic partnerships with Egyptian ministries and international consultants.
- Implement streamlined processes for design review, resource management, and reporting.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Operations Division Manager
Afniah
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Oversaw four departments: Design & Engineering, Heritage & Studies, Project Control, and Supervision.
- Managed delivery of the Historic Mosques Rehabilitation Program across 15+ sites.
- Reduced project delays by 35% through digital tracking and structured reporting.
- Developed internal capacity-building and evaluation systems.
- Maintained high-level client relationships and satisfaction ratings over 90%.
Business Manager
Afniah
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Acted as cross-functional liaison between operations, finance, and technical departments during a transitional period in company growth.
- Designed and implemented budgeting and reporting tools that improved visibility of department-level costs and margins.
- Oversaw the preparation of commercial proposals for government tenders, ensuring alignment with compliance, pricing, and resource availability.
- Supported contract review processes, subcontractor negotiations, and policy implementation in coordination with legal and HR units.
- Played a central role in operational planning ahead of the company’s structural realignment in late 2023.
Design Department Manager
Afniah
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Led 15+ architects and designers in delivering concept to detailed design.
- Produced high-quality designs for public sector projects including cultural and civic facilities.
- Implemented standard QA workflows and design review protocols.
- Coordinated client approvals with regulatory bodies.
Architect
Afniah
08.2015 - 04.2019
- Prepared master plans, schematic designs, and detailed construction packages.
- Collaborated with government clients and consultants on design and planning approvals.
- Mentored junior architects and contributed to design competitions.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
Dammam, Saudi Arabia06-2015
Skills
Strategic Planning & Operations
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Cultural Design and Engineering
06.2025 - Current
Operations Division Manager
Afniah
11.2023 - 05.2025
General Manager
Afniah Egypt
09.2023 - Current
Business Manager
Afniah
01.2022 - 12.2023
Design Department Manager
Afniah
05.2019 - 12.2021
Architect
Afniah
08.2015 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
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