Learn, Engage and Lead

Fireside chat: Strengthening worker welfare through better project and supply chain practices

• Current trends in worker experience across live projects 
• How supply chain decisions influence welfare outcomes on site 
• Where gaps between policy and practice still exist 
• Priority actions the industry should focus on next 

Aisling PaddenMace

Emma SeymourGratiya Advisory

Designing for occupational safety in high-risk environments

• Identifying and mitigating hazards early in the design phase 
• Embedding safe access and maintenance considerations into layouts 
• Reducing downstream construction risk through design decisions 
• How safety-in-design documentation supports approvals 

Panel discussion: Meeting sustainability requirements during construction

• Key sustainability criteria for contractors (materials, segregation, installation quality) 
• Common non-conformities and how teams can prevent them 
• Translating design requirements into practical crew-level tasks 
• Aligning supervision teams with consultants and FM 

Daoud AkeilehREEDs Consult (SA)

Noorullah WasiSaudi Binladin Group

From Safety-I to Safety-II: Strengthening safety culture through learning from everyday work

• The evolution from Safety-I to Safety-II and its roots in resilience engineering 
• Learning from everyday successful work, not only incidents and failures 
• Understanding how workers adapt to changing conditions and what enables safe performance 
• Practical ways to integrate Safety-II thinking into large-scale construction projects alongside existing safety controls 

Abdullah AlahmadiPhD Candidate in Safety Sciences, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP)

Panel discussion: Getting it right first time: Strengthening coordination from construction to handover

• Recurrent issues affecting long-term asset performance 
• Using FM input to avoid maintenance-heavy installation errors 
• Coordination practices to reduce late changes 
• Setting shared KPIs from construction to handover 

Henry Pohdaa International

Louis Chau (MICE, CEng)Master Planning and Delivery

Panel discussion: Raising construction quality culture through codes, training and accountability

• Overcoming recurring code-related mistakes seen on major projects 
• How capability gaps across teams affect compliance performance 
• Structuring effective training aligned to evolving regulations 
• Building accountability between site teams, consultants and clients

Amer Al MerabiSociety of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) KSA Chapter

Mohamed S. AlmenshawiMofarreh Group

Nabil ShahinAHRI

Keynote: The future of code compliance in Saudi Arabia

• Industry priorities shaping the future of code compliance across the Kingdom 
• The role of the Saudi Building Code in improving safety, quality and project outcomes 
• Strengthening industry alignment to support national development goals 

Fahad Saud AllahaimAssistant Professor at King Saud University

Workshop: Navigating the Saudi Building Code: Key requirements and compliance pathways

• The role of the Saudi Building Code Center (SBCC) 
• The structure and purpose of the Saudi Building Code (SBC) 
• Key requirements of SBC 201 
• The importance of compliance for safety, quality and project delivery 
• Practical guidance on navigating code requirements in Saudi Arabia 

Tom WoodVortex Fire

Kareem MorsiVortex Fire

Applying the Saudi Building Code: Q&A

• Opportunity for attendees to raise questions arising from the workshop 
• Clarification on code requirements, compliance obligations and approval pathways 
• Discussion of practical implementation challenges and project-specific scenarios 
• Expert guidance on applying SBC requirements across different project types 

Fahad Saud AllahaimAssistant Professor at King Saud University

Kareem MorsiVortex Fire

Mohamed AmerInternational Code Council (ICC)

Drones and reality capture for surveying and site verification

• Quantity verification and cut-and-fill measurement 
• Elevation checks and tolerance validation 
• Progress verification for valuations and claims 
• Accurate as-built capture for handover and future works 

Making BIM work on site: From models to daily execution

• Using models for work packaging and sequencing 
• Extracting quantities and site-relevant views 
• Linking BIM to method statements and inspections 
• Avoiding BIM breakdowns between office and site

Antoine Abou SlaibyOmrania, a member of 10N Collective, created by Egis

Panel discussion: Connected jobsite technologies that deliver measurable ROI

• Linking manpower, equipment, and material flows 
• Using sensors and wearables without over-complexity 
• Safety tech that prevents incidents, not reports them 
• Turning site data into daily site decisions 

Muhammad AbdullahSATCO (Saudi Arabian Trading & Construction Company)

Rawan GhanimTurner & Townsend

Taimoor AliARX SMART MINDS

Sami ZbedaDG Jones & Partner

Digital twins in action: Simulation, automation and real-time project intelligence

• From BIM to digital twins: creating live project intelligence environments 
• Automating model production and information flows using Dynamo and Python 
• Using simulation and real-time data to test construction scenarios before execution 
• Building a scalable digital twin framework through ISO 19650 governance

Abdelhamid AbdullahEGEC - KSA and American University of Cairo

Intelligent site verification for compliance

• Checking compliance with methods and standards in real time 
• Identifying deviations from approved workflows 
• Automating logs for audits or regulatory reporting 
• Reducing human errors in inspections 

Case study: Detecting defects earlier through image-based inspections

• Identifying typical reinforcement, formwork, and alignment issues 
• Standardizing photo capture for reliable comparisons 
• Reducing rework by validating critical steps 
• Integrating digital findings into quality assurance procedures 

Case study: Making AI work in project delivery: From prompts to decisions

• A practical framework to minimize AI hallucinations 
• Prompt engineering workflows for construction professionals 
• Turning project data and documents into actionable insights 
• AI adoption lessons for project and delivery teams 

Ahmed MamdouhDar Engineering

Strengthening safety processes with real-time monitoring tools

• Identifying unsafe behaviours automatically 
• Spotting PPE non-compliance without manual checks 
• Mapping high-risk areas to support planning 
• Using automated alerts to brief teams effectively 

Effective cash flow management in large-scale projects

• Develop an integrated cash-flow model to ensure integrated financial results 
• Implement strategies to maintain cash flow effectiveness throughout the project life cycle 
• Data-driven decision-making to sustain profitability, protect liquidity, and improve performance 

Mohamed HelmyMBL

Big 5 Impact Trail - Awards Presentation

Be part of an evening celebrating innovation and sustainability in construction. The Big 5 Impact Trail - Awards Presentation recognize exhibitors showcasing products and technologies that contribute to a more sustainable built environment.

Join industry professionals as we spotlight the solutions making an impact across the sector.

Introduction to American Concrete Institute (ACI)

Ahmad Mhanna American Concrete Institute (ACI)

The Saudi Building Code: Evolution, updates and key concrete standards overview

• Overview and historical development of the Saudi Building Code (SBC), including its purpose, scope, significance, and key milestones leading to the current standards.
• Role of the SBC in ensuring structural safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance, with emphasis on the 2024 updates, alignment with international standards such as ACI, and implementation challenges across sectors and regions.
• Overview of Saudi Building Code 304: Structural Concrete — key provisions, recent 2024 updates, and their impact on concrete design and construction quality.
• Highlights of newly developed Saudi Building Codes: Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures (SBC 310) and GFRP—Reinforced Structures (SBC 311)

Ali Saeed AlqarniKing Saud University (KSU)

Designing durable reinforced concrete water structures in Saudi Arabia: SBC 304 and ACI 318/350 with practical EPC experience

• Why water and wastewater structures play by different rules 
• Case study: A Riyadh water/wastewater treatment plant 
• SBC 304 and its ACI 318 foundation 
• The regulatory gap - where ACI 350 fills in 
• Seismic, durability and crack-control alignment 
• A practical framework, and lessons from the field 

Mohamed Khaled FarghalyWETICO

Ensuring quality in Saudi construction: From the batching plant to the structure - with ACI and SBC

• How ACI standards complement Saudi Building Codes in construction projects 
• The role of material quality management in meeting ACI and Saudi Building Code (SBC) requirements 
• Quality control processes: Inspection, testing, and documentation in compliance with ACI and SBC 
• Challenges in implementing ACI and SBC standards in Saudi construction sites 
• Training and certification: Ensuring skilled workforce for code compliance 

Ahmed K.F. AlijlaDar Al-Handasah Consultants (Shair and Partners)

Concrete rehabilitation: Best practices for long-term performance

• Understanding deterioration mechanisms and selecting the right rehabilitation strategy 
• Repair, strengthening, and protection techniques for durable concrete structures 
• Common mistakes that reduce repair effectiveness and how to avoid them 

Mohamed AnberKabbani Construction Group

Panel discussion: Scaling modular construction: Delivery, logistics and site readiness

• Preparing sites and infrastructure to support modular deployment 
• Strengthening coordination between design, manufacturing and construction teams 
• Managing logistics, lifting and installation efficiently 
• Creating the conditions for wider modular adoption across projects 

Andrew J BannisterHead of MENASA Modulex and Merit Group PLC

Tahir U RamzanSpacemakerKSA

Case Study: Commissioning excellence: Ensuring HVAC systems perform as designed

• Understand the critical stages of HVAC commissioning and their role in validating system performance and efficiency 
• Identify common commissioning gaps and installation errors leading to operational inefficiencies and increased maintenance costs 
• Explore best practices for performance testing, system balancing, and documentation to ensure smooth project handover 
• Learn how structured commissioning processes enhance system reliability, occupant comfort, and long-term asset performance 

Desert certification for HVAC systems: Bridging performance gaps in GCC high-ambient climates

• Overview of high‑ambient challenges in the GCC and the gap between current international standards and real operating conditions 
• Introduction to Desert Certification as the only performance and durability testing scheme tailored specifically for high‑ambient (T3) climates 
• Alignment of Desert Certification with Gulf regulations (SASO, UAE 5010:2025, Bahrain, Kuwait) 
• How the certification supports manufacturers, consultants, and government authorities in improving product reliability and energy performance 
• Market benefits for certified manufacturers (specification visibility, competitive differentiation, regulatory readiness) 
• Case study - Examples of manufacturers successfully adopting the Desert Certification scheme and the impact on their market positioning 
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Ali Nour EddineEurovent Middle East

Panel discussion: Bridging the gap between HVAC design, installation and FM operations

• Identify common disconnects between HVAC design intent, installation practices, and day-to-day FM operations that impact system performance 
• Explore collaboration frameworks that strengthen coordination between consultants, contractors, and FM teams from design through commissioning 
• Understand how early FM involvement improves system reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle efficiency 
• Learn practical feedback and handover processes that help reduce recurring faults and optimise long-term HVAC performance 

Hassan Abou Jawhar Air Movement and Control Association International (AMCA)

Mohammad FayizSKM Air Conditioning LLC