RICS in Saudi Arabia: Navigating Major Programmes: Delivery, Adaptation, and Claims in Saudi Arabia
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Overview
Join us for an insightful RICS event in Riyadh, which will be the last CPD event in 2024, where we will explore the latest delivery models for major programmes. This event will provide a comprehensive overview of how these programmes can be tailored to meet the unique demands of the Saudi market. This event is kindly supported and sponsored by Turner & Townsend.
In the session, we will delve into the common causes of claims in major projects and present effective strategies to mitigate them. Gain insights from industry experts and enhance your understanding of best practices in project delivery and claims management.
The CPD session will be followed by a dinner at the Brazilian Wild Fire steakhouse.
| Schedule | |
|---|---|
| 18:00 | Registration |
| 18:15 | Opening remarks by Laeeq Hassan, Chair of the Saudi Arabia Regional Advisory Board |
| 18:30 | Presentation: Delivery models for major programme- Mark Hamill, Director, Real Estate and Major programmes Lead, Middle East, Turner & Townsend |
| 18:50 | Presentation: How major programmes can adapt to the Saudi market- Matthew Hollands, Project Director, Turner & Townsend |
| 19:10 | Presentation: Common causes of claims in KSA major programmes and strategies to mitigate them - Ali Al Ashbal, Director, Contract Services Lead, Saudi Arabia, Turner & Townsend |
| 19:30 | Closing |
| 19:40 | Dinner at the Brazilian Wildfire Steakhouse |
Learning outcomes
Understanding Delivery Models: Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of various delivery models for major programmes, with a focus on their application and effectiveness in the Saudi Arabian market.
Adapting to Local Market Conditions: Attendees will learn how to adapt major programme strategies to the unique conditions and requirements of the Saudi market, enhancing their ability to manage large-scale projects successfully.
Claims Management and Mitigation: Participants will acquire practical knowledge on the common causes of claims in major projects within Saudi Arabia and develop effective strategies to mitigate these claims, ensuring smoother project execution and dispute resolution.
Speakers
Matthew Hollands
Project Director Saudi Arabia, Turner & Townsend
Matthew is a chartered Quantity Surveyor specialising in delivering large, complex projects, typically over £1 billion. He has led both site-based delivery teams and pre-contract cost teams, consistently driving performance and value improvements for clients on major international projects. Matthew is from the UK but has also worked on major programmes in Russia, Netherlands and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He has worked on a mix of asset types, with his work in KSA focused on projects for Misk, King Salman Park and Diriyah Company
Mark Hamill
Director, Real Estate and Major programmes Lead, Middle East, Turner & Townsend
Mark is a programme management specialist with decades of experience across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. He has spearheaded some of the largest and most complex programmes in the aviation, rail, power, and new city infrastructure sectors, including Heathrow, Abu Dhabi, and Schiphol Airports. Joining Turner & Townsend in 2017, Mark led the PMO for Schiphol Airport’s Capital Programme. His exceptional leadership and strategic vision led to significant successes, prompting his return to the Middle East in 2020 to bolster Turner & Townsend’s emerging business in the Kingdom. Currently, Mark serves as the Head of Middle East Real Estate and Major Programmes, and is the Key Client Lead for Diriyah Company, where he continues to drive excellence and deliver transformative projects.
Ali Al Ashbal
Director, Contract Services Lead, Saudi Arabia, Turner & Townsend
Ali heads Turner & Townsend's Contract Services division in Saudi Arabia. A Civil Engineer by profession, he has over 24 years of experience in contract, claims management, and dispute resolution across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. Ali actively contributes to the industry, having served on the Committee for the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UAE Branch) from 2012 to 2020, and continues to support the Institute by mentoring candidates towards Membership and Fellowship.
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