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Ahmed ElSheikh , CEO

Ahmed ElSheikh

CEO·MARABCo Group

Egypt

Bachelor's degree, Architecture

Work experience

Total years of experience: 20 years, 7 months

CEO

November 2022 - January 2025

MARABCo Group

Saudi Arabia

November 2022 - January 2025

Strategic Leadership:
- Managed a SAR 1.7B portfolio in construction, real-estate development, and hospitality.
- Boosted ROI by 30% through high-impact projects.
- Implemented sustainable designs reducing energy consumption by 20% and meets LEED certification requirements.
- Aligned strategies with the Board, achieving 80% of strategic goals
- Recovering SAR 3M from the Zakat Authority by addressing discrepancies in prior financial statements.
Operational Efficiency:
- Increased productivity by 17% and cut project turnaround times by 25%, by optimizing resources.
- Reduced operational costs by 10% through waste reduction and vendor optimization.
- Oversaw SAR 230M in developments, delivering a 20% ROI.
Innovation and Change Management:
- Led ERP system implementation, improving operational efficiency by 65%.
Financial Performance:
- Secured a 65% increase in occupancy rates through corporate agreements.
Team Development:
- Improved employee satisfaction by 15% and promoted 7 employees to leadership.
- Launched a mentorship program, increasing internal promotions by 10%.
Long-Term Vision:
- Championed green building initiatives, cutting power consumption by 25% and ensuring LEED compliance.
Corporate Social Responsibility:
- Developed 50 affordable housing units, supporting social sustainability.
Market Insights:
- Launched 2 mixed-use buildings, 1 hotel, 1 residential compound, 10 residential buildings, and secured 35 Letters of Intent (LOIs) through strong investor relations for off-off-plan sales.
Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Management

General Manager

January 2019 - November 2022

IFCDPM (INMAA for Construction, Real Estate, Property Mgmt

Cairo, Egypt

January 2019 - November 2022

Strategic Leadership and Growth:
- Directed a $1.5 billion real estate portfolio, managing high-value projects and achieving 200% market share growth and a 45% ROI increase.
- Applied cost-reduction strategies that cut expenses by 23% and Facilitated EGP 250 million in new investments.
- Enhanced investor returns by 20% annually through innovative management practices.
Innovation and Operational Excellence:
- Utilized advanced construction techniques like post-tensioning and bubble deck, reducing project timelines by 20%.
- Led the adoption of ERP systems, boosting cost efficiency to 95%.
Market Expansion and Development:
- Secured $20 million in contracts by entering emerging African markets and founded a trading company and wood factory, achieving 10% procurement cost savings and 15% ROI.
- Supervised the development of 4 multi-use buildings and a residential complex, expanding the portfolio significantly.
Long-Term Vision and Strategic Planning:
- Furnished a 5-year business strategy with Porter’s analysis to enhance competitive positioning.
Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability:
- Initiated CSR initiatives, including constructing 1 mosque, 1 museum, and 2 schools.
Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Management

Operations Manager

January 2017 - January 2019

CSCEC (China State Construction Engineering Corp. Ltd

Cairo, Egypt

January 2017 - January 2019

- Oversaw the execution of skyscraper complex projects and managed Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts valued at USD 1.65 billion. Directed feasibility studies, contract negotiations, and design from concept to issue for construction, cost estimation using Uniformat, scheduling, and operation.
- Collaborated with government entities and consultants (Currie & Brown, Dar Al-HANDASAH) to ensure compliance and project success, including strategic negotiations to secure favorable contract terms.
- Awarded "Top Employee" by CSCEC China twice for exceptional performance over 2 years.
- Achieved a 0% accident rate throughout the project, maintaining an exemplary safety record.
- Increased revenue by 10% through effective value engineering and cost optimization strategies.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Construction and Building

GGC (Global Group Contractors), Construction, Real Estate Development, Property - MENA

January 2010 - January 2017

GGC (Global Group Contractors), Construction, Real Estate Development, Property

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

January 2010 - January 2017

• Contributed to the completion of USD 550 million projects’ value.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Management

OCI (Orascom Construction Industries) Construction, Worldwide

July 2004 - January 2010

OCI (Orascom Construction Industries) Construction

Washington, United States

July 2004 - January 2010

• Contributed to the completion of $1.2 billion in USD projects’ value.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Construction and Building

Education

Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University

May 2004

May 2004

Bachelor's degree, Architecture

Egypt

GPA (percentage): 60%

GPA (percentage): 60%

Skills

Public Speaking
Expert
Public Speaking
Expert
Startups
Expert
Startups
Expert
Leadership
Expert
Leadership
Expert
Property Management
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Property Management
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Value Engineering
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Value Engineering
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Cost Control
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Cost Control
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P&L Management
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P&L Management
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Visionary Leadership
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Visionary Leadership
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Construction industry knowledge
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Construction industry knowledge
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Financial management
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Financial management
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Team management
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Team management
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Relationship building
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Relationship building
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Real Estate Project Management
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Real Estate Project Management
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Business Development
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Business Development
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Strategic Planning & Execution
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Strategic Planning & Execution
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Team Building
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Team Building
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Financial terms
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Financial terms
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Budget management
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Budget management
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Investment evaluation
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Investment evaluation
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Problem-solving
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Problem-solving
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Profitability
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Profitability
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Top-Line Profit Maximization
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Top-Line Profit Maximization
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Operational management
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Operational management
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Technical Support
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Technical Support
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Interpersonal Skills
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Interpersonal Skills
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FIDIC and Law
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FIDIC and Law
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Communication Skills
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Communication Skills
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Operational Excellence
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Operational Excellence
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Data analysis
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Data analysis
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Accountability
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Accountability
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Excellent communication
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Excellent communication
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Corporate Strategy Development
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Corporate Strategy Development
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Business Visioning
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Business Visioning
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Building codes
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Building codes
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Regulatory Policies & Laws
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Regulatory Policies & Laws
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MENA Region Experience
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MENA Region Experience
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Financial performance
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Financial performance
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Real estate industry
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Real estate industry
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commercial proposals
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commercial proposals
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Team leadership
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Team leadership
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Key financial decisions
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Key financial decisions
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Policy formulation
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Policy formulation
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Sales pipeline management
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Sales pipeline management
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communication and reporting
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communication and reporting
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Innovation
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Innovation
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Financial acumen
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Financial acumen
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Corporate Governance
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Corporate Governance
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Continuous Improvement
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Continuous Improvement
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Reporting and communication
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Reporting and communication
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Planning and development
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Planning and development
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Analytical skills
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Analytical skills
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Strategic leadership
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Strategic leadership
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Financial strategy
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Negotiation skills
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Negotiation skills
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Adaptability
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Adaptability
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decision-making
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decision-making
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Operational oversight
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Operational oversight
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Representation
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Representation
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Competitor analysis
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Competitor analysis
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Organizational growth
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Organizational growth
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Quality assurance
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Quality assurance
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Strategic Planning and Execution
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Strategic Planning and Execution
Expert
Leadership.
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Leadership.
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Decision-making & Problem-Solving
Expert
Decision-making & Problem-Solving
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Real Estate Development
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Real Estate Development
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Data Analysis and Interpretation
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Data Analysis and Interpretation
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Startup.
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Startup.
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Public speaking
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Public speaking
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Economic feasibility study
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Economic feasibility study
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Negotiation
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Negotiation
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Risk Management
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Risk Management
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Business development & Sales
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Business development & Sales
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Value engineering
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Value engineering
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Contractors & Vendor Management.
Expert
Contractors & Vendor Management.
Expert

Social profiles

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Expert

French

Beginner

Memberships

Egyptian Engineers Syndicate

Member

June 2004

Saudi Engineers Syndicate

Member

January 2023

Hobbies and interests

Listening To Music