IHAB KASSEM

SUMMARY OF CAPABILITIES I am a seasoned architecture, engineering, and land development professional with over 30 years of experience delivering impactful projects across the GCC region. My expertise encompasses strategic analysis, consulting, planning, design, construction supervision, and project/program management, allowing me to navigate the entire lifecycle of development projects from inception to completion and transition. In leadership roles for over a decade, I have driven organizational growth and business expansion. As Territory Manager at Dar Al Handasah (Shair and Partners) in Abu Dhabi , I oversaw workforce growth from 20 to 180 staff while ensuring consistent business success. As Project Principal/Director for HDR Inc. in the GCC region, I delivered critical projects and fostered strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. I excel in managing complex tasks, achieving challenging goals, and ensuring stakeholder engagement. My collaborative approach with multidisciplinary teams, local sub-consultants, and Authorities with Jurisdiction consistently secures client approvals and permits, meeting deadlines and budgets across various projects. I believe that investing in relationships is the foundation of success. By fostering confidence, mentoring, and empowering teams, I ensure that all stakeholders are engaged and motivated, driving exceptional project outcomes . Talented Technical Director highly effective at liaising between departments to provide expert technical advice for all areas of operations. Industrious and forward-thinking professional with [Number] years in [Industry]. Hardworking Technical Director versed in risk, challenges and production requirements in [Industry]. Offering [Number] years of progressive experience as well as expertise in managing programs and building successful teams focused on creating high-quality work.

• Project Management Institute (PMI)
• AIA International Associate
• Lebanese Order of Engineers and Architects
• AUB Alumni, American University of Beirut