Mohammed Safwat
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
With over 20 years of international experience in hospitality development, interior architecture, FF&E & OS&E, procurement, and luxury fit-out, I have led the successful delivery of complex hospitality and mixed-use developments across the United Kingdom, Egypt, the Middle East, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
I currently lead Design Management, FF&E & OS&E strategy, procurement, value engineering, and project delivery for a portfolio of internationally branded hospitality developments, including JW Marriott Jeddah, Courtyard by Marriott Makkah, Four Points by Sheraton, Element by Westin, Swissôtel, Ibis Styles Makkah, and Mercure Makkah, alongside a landmark mixed-use development comprising luxury hotels, serviced apartments, residential, commercial, and office assets. With a pipeline exceeding 35,000 hotel keys, I play a strategic role in delivering large-scale hospitality assets aligned with global operator standards and business objectives.
My expertise spans the entire hospitality development lifecycle, from concept development, design governance, budgeting, procurement strategy, value engineering, and operator coordination through supplier management, logistics, mock-ups, operational readiness, and final handover. I bring extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams, establishing delivery frameworks, driving strategic procurement and value optimization, and delivering world-class hospitality environments that enhance guest experience, operational excellence, and long-term asset value.
Overview
2
2
Languages
11
11
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
Head OF Interior Design ,FF&E Department
Bindawood Holding Co.(Bindawood Investment)
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2025.01 - Current
- Leading Interior Design, FF&E & OS&E strategy, procurement coordination, and delivery management for a large hospitality portfolio in Saudi Arabia.
- Leading the delivery of internationally branded hospitality projects, including JW Marriott Jeddah, Courtyard by Marriott Makkah, Four Points by Sheraton, Element by Westin, Swissôtel, Ibis Styles Makkah, and Mercure Makkah, alongside major mixed-use developments. Currently managing a development pipeline of over 10,000 hotel keys, with a long-term growth strategy targeting more than 35,000 keys across multiple hospitality brands.
- Overseeing the full FF&E & OS&E lifecycle, including design coordination, specifications, value engineering, procurement, supplier management, mock-ups, logistics, installation, and operational readiness.
- Coordinating with global operators (Marriott International and Accor), consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure brand compliance and world-class hospitality standards.
- Driving strategic decisions to optimize quality, cost, guest experience, and successful project delivery across multiple large-scale developments.
Director of Interior Design ,FF&E
Modern Building Leaders (MBL)
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2023.05 - 2024.12
- Directed Interior Design, FF&E strategy, procurement, and project delivery for prestigious developments, including King Salman Park (KSP), private palaces, and VVIP lounges.
- Led the end-to-end FF&E lifecycle, overseeing design development, specifications, strategic sourcing, supplier management, value engineering, quality assurance, logistics, installation, and project handover.
- Provided leadership across multidisciplinary teams while coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless project execution, stakeholder alignment, budget optimization, and delivery to the highest international quality standards.
Project manager
Aroma Management(Blackstone)
Manchester , United Kingdom
2019.02 - 2023.04
- Managed FF&E installation, refurbishment, and project delivery for large-scale student accommodation and hospitality developments, including Vita Student Circle Square, IQ Student Accommodation, and Alan Hotel Manchester.
- Led the complete project lifecycle from planning and procurement coordination through installation, quality control, completion, and handover.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure efficient execution and successful project delivery.
- Managed FF&E implementation, supplier coordination, logistics, and site activities while ensuring compliance with design specifications, budgets, and project timelines.
- Controlled project costs, monitored progress, and implemented value engineering solutions to optimize quality and commercial performance.
- Ensured high-quality standards through inspections, issue resolution, risk management, and effective stakeholder reporting.
FF&E Project Manager
La Maison International Group, Turkey, UK
Istanbul,Manchester , Turkey,UK
2016.05 - 2019.02
- Led Interior Design, FF&E strategy, procurement, and project delivery for luxury hospitality, commercial, and residential developments, including DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul, Hyatt Regency Istanbul, and Solo Bank Georgia.
- Managed the complete FF&E lifecycle, including design development, specifications, budgeting, value engineering, procurement, logistics, installation, quality assurance, and handover.
- Coordinated with hotel operators, clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure brand compliance, operational readiness, and successful project delivery.
- Optimized project performance through strategic procurement, cost control, risk management, and stakeholder engagement while delivering high-quality hospitality environments.
Site architect
EHAF - Consulting Engineers,
Cairo, Egypt
2013.03 - 2016.04
- Led on-site delivery of Interior Design and FF&E implementation, ensuring compliance with approved designs, specifications, quality standards, and project objectives.
- Coordinated with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless execution, timely delivery, and effective issue resolution.
- Conducted quality inspections, monitored installation progress, and ensured compliance with design intent, material specifications, and international standards.
- Managed site reporting, project documentation, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communication to support successful project delivery and operational readiness.
Site Architect Engineer
Selections Co., Egypt
Cairo, Egypt
2006.08 - 2013.02
- Managed site supervision, interior fit-out coordination, and quality control for major projects including Rehab City Alexandria Villas, King Fahd Educational Complex, and Ain Shams University Faculties of Pharmacy and Dentistry with Hassan Allam.
- Coordinated with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure compliance with design requirements, specifications, and project standards.
- Supported interior design and fit-out delivery for Four Seasons Hotel Cairo and Novotel Cairo Airport, ensuring quality execution and successful project completion.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Higher Technology Institute
Cairo, Egypt 1997.09 - 2006.01
Diploma - Professional Diploma in Project Management
American University in Cairo (AUC)
Cairo, Egypt 2006.02 - 2008.08
PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments),
The Knowledge Academy (Manchester)
Manchester ,United Kingdom 2018.08 - 2019.02
Skills
- FF&E strategy and delivery
- Hospitality development and readiness
- End-to-end lifecycle management
- Design leadership and governance
- Budget control and optimization
- Brand standards and coordination
- Project delivery and management
- Quality assurance and resolution
- Mock-up review and specification
- Team leadership and coordination
Languages
English
Native
Arabic
Native
Timeline
Head OF Interior Design ,FF&E Department
Bindawood Holding Co.(Bindawood Investment)
2025.01 - Current
Director of Interior Design ,FF&E
Modern Building Leaders (MBL)
2023.05 - 2024.12
Project manager
Aroma Management(Blackstone)
2019.02 - 2023.04
PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments),
The Knowledge Academy (Manchester)
2018.08 - 2019.02
FF&E Project Manager
La Maison International Group, Turkey, UK
2016.05 - 2019.02
Site architect
EHAF - Consulting Engineers,
2013.03 - 2016.04
Site Architect Engineer
Selections Co., Egypt
2006.08 - 2013.02
Diploma - Professional Diploma in Project Management
American University in Cairo (AUC)
2006.02 - 2008.08
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Higher Technology Institute
1997.09 - 2006.01