SAUDI FIDIC Conference
مؤتمر عقود الفيديك

20-21 May 2025, Doubletree by Hilton, Financial District, Riyadh

Dr. Nabil Abbas

Chairman at Nabil M. A. Abbas Architects Construction Consultants

Choosing the Right Fidic Contract & the Logic Behind it.

Dr. Humoud A. Alsalmi

CEO at Dr. Humoud Alsalmi Engineering & Legal Consultants

Terms of construction contract "FIDIC" In Islamic Jurisprudence

Daniel Martin Alcon

Managing Director at DGA Project Management Services LLC

Contract Management Excellence: Tips for Optimizing Contract Lifecycle Management in the Context of the 2017 FIDIC Yellow Book for Design-Build

Taner Dedezade

Head of Chambers at International Construction Chambers

Dispute Avoidance and resolution in FIDIC Contracts

Bassam Samman

CEO at CMCS

Digitalization of Construction Contract Administration Under FIDIC Contracts

Mohamed Ahmed Hussein

Managing Director at FRONTIER PM

Navigating the FIDIC Procurement Guide: Strategies for Effective Project Management

Rami Ismail ismail

Senior Contract Manager at KSA- Solid Foundation

Risk in Contract Management

Wafaa Ahmed

Contacts & Commercial Manager at Mace Group

Enhancing Procurement Excellence: Unlocking the Power of FIDIC Standards

Fady Alkhateeb

Founder at PMA for Project Management & Arbitration

Maximizing Profit from Claims in FIDIC Contracts

Ahmed Abdelwahb

Director of Contracts at Airport Engineering Services Company

FIDIC Contracts and Flexible Contract Management: Strategies for Success"

Aicha Dekar

Head of Contract Services at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

FIDIC Red Book 2017

Mohammad Wajdi Shaheen

Managing Director at PMSP

Stages of Contract Management

Amr Abdeljalil

CEO at Contracts Managements Experts

Creative Contracts Management, Thinking out of the Box

Prof. Ayman Ramadan Elzeiny

Prof. of Law at Sadat City Faculty of Law

Civil and Criminal Liability of the Consulting Engineer in FIDIC Contracts

Tahseen Saleh

CEO at Ola Management

Risk Management and Dispute Resolution

Asel El Housan

Director at AEH UK Limited

Utilizing FIDIC Contracts to achieve the best procurement strategy and project implementation

Paul Prescott

Partner at Dentons

Procurement and Contract Strategies using the FIDIC forms.

James Anderson

Executive Director Legal at Diriyah Company

Mega Project Success Stories

Dr. Hani Hassouna

Senior Manger at Khatib & Alami

The impact of artificial intelligence(AI) in dispute resolution and engineering arbitration

Essameldin ALI

Senior Contracts Manager at Nesma & Partners

FIDIC Under Saudi Civil Code and Sharea Law

About the conference
The Saudi FIDIC Conference 2025 will spotlight the critical role of FIDIC (International Federation of Consulting Engineers) standards in transforming procurement practices within Saudi Arabia’s engineering and construction sectors. As Saudi Arabia accelerates infrastructure development aligned with Vision 2030, the conference will serve as a platform to explore how global procurement frameworks can enhance project efficiency, mitigate risks, and ensure value-driven outcomes.

Key Highlights:

  1. FIDIC Standards and Procurement Excellence:
    Understand how FIDIC contract templates and guidelines can streamline procurement processes, fostering transparency, accountability, and efficiency in infrastructure projects. Experts will discuss integrating FIDIC principles to reduce contract disputes and improve supplier relationships.
  2. Enhancing Public and Private Procurement:
    Explore how adopting FIDIC methodologies supports public and private sector organizations in achieving procurement excellence, from prequalification of vendors to contract execution and performance evaluation.
  3. Optimizing Procurement in Mega-Projects:
    Dive into case studies of Saudi Arabia’s landmark projects, such as NEOM, Red Sea Project, and Qiddiya, to see how procurement strategies powered by FIDIC frameworks have driven success in budget, timeline, and quality management.
  4. Sustainable Procurement Practices:
    Learn how procurement can drive sustainability goals by integrating FIDIC’s best practices into tendering processes, supplier selection, and contract administration, ensuring alignment with Saudi Arabia’s environmental and social aspirations.
  5. Workshops on Procurement Strategy:
    Engage in specialized workshops focusing on procurement planning, contract structuring, and risk mitigation using FIDIC tools. Sessions will address the nuances of procurement for complex engineering and construction projects.
  6. Building Resilient Supply Chains:
    Gain insights into how FIDIC standards help strengthen supply chain management by fostering collaborative partnerships with suppliers, contractors, and consultants, ensuring resilience in volatile markets.
  7. Networking with Procurement Leaders:
    Connect with procurement professionals, supply chain managers, and decision-makers from government entities and private companies to exchange ideas and explore innovative procurement solutions.

Who Should Attend?

  • Procurement professionals in engineering and construction
  • Supply chain managers and specialists
  • Project managers and developers
  • Government officials and policymakers involved in procurement
  • Legal and contract management professionals

Why Attend?

Procurement is the backbone of successful infrastructure development. By linking FIDIC standards to procurement, the Saudi FIDIC Conference 2025 provides attendees with actionable insights into optimizing procurement strategies for large-scale projects. The event offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative procurement frameworks, ensuring value creation and fostering long-term partnerships in the Kingdom's rapidly evolving infrastructure ecosystem.Join us in Riyadh to transform procurement into a strategic enabler of engineering and construction success, paving the way for a sustainable and efficient future.

Why Speak at the Saudi FIDIC Conference?
  • Showcase Expertise: Present your insights to a targeted audience of professionals, including government officials, corporate leaders, and decision-makers.
  • Influence Industry Practices: Shape the discourse around FIDIC standards, sustainable procurement, and efficient project management aligned with Vision 2030.
  • Boost Visibility: Gain recognition as a thought leader in your field, with opportunities to be featured in conference materials and promotions.
  • Expand Your Network: Connect with a distinguished group of peers, potential partners, and industry stakeholders from Saudi Arabia and beyond.
  • Complementary Access: Enjoy full access to the conference sessions, workshops, and networking events.
Conference Topics
We invite proposals on the following key topics:
  • FIDIC Standards in Procurement:Insights into leveraging FIDIC contracts for enhancing transparency and efficiency.
  • Risk Management and Dispute Resolution:Best practices for allocating risks and resolving disputes in large-scale projects.
  • Sustainable Procurement:Strategies for integrating sustainability into procurement and project management.
  • Innovation in Procurement Practices:Technologies and methodologies driving efficiency and innovation in procurement processes.
  • Mega-Project Success Stories:Case studies of successful FIDIC implementation in Saudi Arabia’s transformative projects.
  • Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs):Collaborative procurement models and their role in delivering impactful infrastructure.
  • Contract Management Excellence:Tips for optimizing contract lifecycle management and achieving project goals.
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  • Doubletree by Hilton, Financial District, Riyadh