AHMED HAMDY ISMAIL EL-KAFFAS
Project Manager , MEP Manager
AL RIYADH,Saudi Arabia
Summary
PMP-certified MEP Manager and Mechanical Engineer with an MBA and more than 20 years of experience in managing MEP-intensive building, healthcare, laboratory, airport, industrial, and infrastructure projects across Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Chad. Strong expertise in HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, utilities, industrial installations, testing and commissioning, and multidisciplinary technical coordination. Proven track record in leading MEP execution teams, resolving interface issues, coordinating consultants and subcontractors, and delivering projects in compliance with quality, safety, and schedule requirements.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4026
4026
years of post-secondary education
25
25
Certification
Work history
Project Manager
Al Bawani Holding (ABSP Company)
Saudi Arabia
2024.09 - 2026.04
- Project: Renovation of Research Building (B.15), KFUPM / ARAMCO
- Project Value: SAR 330 Million
- Lead a technically sensitive renovation project involving research and laboratory environments and multidisciplinary building systems coordination.
- Manage execution interfaces between construction, MEP requirements, specialized technical packages, and stakeholder expectations.
- Coordinate technical progress, site priorities, and delivery readiness to support successful handover.
Project Manager
Rowad Modern Engineering
Port Said
2022.10 - 2024.09
- Project: Grain Silos Construction Project – Abbas Quay | Client: General Company for Silos & Storage (GCSS)
- Project Value: EGP 720 Million
- Managed a large-scale industrial project involving integrated mechanical systems, utility networks, and multidisciplinary construction interfaces.
- Coordinated site activities, technical execution, and progress tracking across installation and infrastructure scopes.
Installation Manager – Industrial Installations, Steel Structures & MEP
Rowad Modern Engineering
Sadat
2021.10 - 2022.10
- Project: MDF Board Factory Construction | Client: Egypt Kuwait Holding (EKH)
- Project Value: EGP 2 Billion
- Managed installation of industrial systems, steel structures, and MEP-related interfaces for a major manufacturing facility.
- Coordinated technical sequencing, site readiness, execution follow-up, and interface resolution for complex mechanical and utility systems.
Installation Manager – Industrial Installations, Steel Structures & MEP
Arab Contractors
2017.02 - 2018.07
- Project: Sharm El-Sheikh Airport Development | Client: EHCAAN
- Project Value: EGP 570 Million
- Managed MEP-related installation activities and technical coordination on a major airport development project.
- Oversaw execution interfaces involving mechanical systems, HVAC, and baggage handling system coordination.
- Supported installation control, technical follow-up, and readiness for testing and operational delivery.
MEP Manager
Arab Contractors
2014.01 - 2015.06
- Project: BEAC Bank Construction and Ministry of Foreign Affairs Construction
- Project Value: USD 250 Million Combined
- Led MEP management for two major projects involving building services coordination, execution control, and multidisciplinary interface management.
- Supervised HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, and technical services delivery in line with project requirements.
MEP Manager
Arab Contractors
Cairo
2011.11 - 2013.11
- Project: Manshiyet Nasser (El Sheikh Zaid) Hospital | Client: Egyptian Ministry of Health
- Project Value: EGP 650 Million
- Managed full MEP scope delivery for a major hospital project.
- Oversaw HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, medical gases, and building services coordination.
- Led site teams, subcontractors, and technical follow-up to ensure compliance with healthcare project standards and delivery requirements.
MEP Construction Manager
Arab Contractors
Cairo
2010.01 - 2011.11
- Project: Manshiyet Nasser Hospital
- Managed site execution of hospital MEP systems and coordinated multidisciplinary activities to support installation progress and system readiness.
Mechanical Field Executive Engineer
Egyptian Shura Council
Cairo
2009.01 - 2010.01
Mechanical Engineer
Misr Raymond Company (Oil & Gas)
Port Said
2008.01 - 2009.01
Site Engineer
Timash Shipbuilding Company
2007.01 - 2008.01
Central Workshop Manager
Suez Canal Investment Company
2005.01 - 2007.01
Education
MBA - Master Business Administration
Helwan University
EgyptB.Sc. - Mechanical Engineering
Alexandria University
EgyptSkills
- HVAC
- Plumbing
- Firefighting
- Medical Gases
- Utilities
- Technical Coordination
- Testing & Commissioning
- AutoCAD
- Revit MEP
- Primavera P6
- MS Project
- Power BI
Certification
- PMP – Project Management Professional
- Data Analysis & Visualization Diploma (Power BI)
- Planning & Controlling Using Primavera P6
- IOSH Working Safely
- Revit MEP
- OSHA Construction Safety & Health
LANGUAGES
Arabic
English
French
CORE COMPETENCIES
- MEP Management
- HVAC Systems
- Plumbing & Drainage
- Firefighting Systems
- Medical Gases
- Building Services Coordination
- Technical Submittals & Site Coordination
- Testing & Commissioning
- MEP QA/QC Follow-Up
- Contractor & Subcontractor Management
- Interface Management
- Progress Monitoring & Reporting
Work availability
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Work preference
Work Type
Full timeLocation preference
On-siteTimeline
Project Manager
Al Bawani Holding (ABSP Company)
2024.09 - 2026.04
Project Manager
Rowad Modern Engineering
2022.10 - 2024.09
Installation Manager – Industrial Installations, Steel Structures & MEP
Rowad Modern Engineering
2021.10 - 2022.10
Installation Manager – Industrial Installations, Steel Structures & MEP
Arab Contractors
2017.02 - 2018.07
MEP Manager
Arab Contractors
2014.01 - 2015.06
MEP Manager
Arab Contractors
2011.11 - 2013.11
MEP Construction Manager
Arab Contractors
2010.01 - 2011.11
Mechanical Field Executive Engineer
Egyptian Shura Council
2009.01 - 2010.01
Mechanical Engineer
Misr Raymond Company (Oil & Gas)
2008.01 - 2009.01
Site Engineer
Timash Shipbuilding Company
2007.01 - 2008.01
Central Workshop Manager
Suez Canal Investment Company
2005.01 - 2007.01
MBA - Master Business Administration
Helwan University
B.Sc. - Mechanical Engineering
Alexandria University