Taher Kassem

• Led the development of smart sustainable solutions in water management, aquaculture, and environmental
engineering.
• Designed AI- and IoT-driven smart systems to optimize water resources, pollution control, and sustainable
aquaculture practices.
• Built and managed strategic partnerships with government agencies (UAE, Oman, KSA), international
organizations (FAO, MEWA), and private sector actors.
• Developed and launched Grow It, a smart management platform supporting skills development and digital
transformation in sustainable industries.
• Directed regional scaling strategy, contributing to national food security and green economy initiatives.

• Directed the research, development, and implementation of clean aquaculture and water treatment
technologies.
• Designed an innovative real-time water quality monitoring machine, enhancing compliance with
sustainability standards.
• Oversaw multi-country clean-tech project deployment in the Gulf and North Africa, focusing on sustainable
water use, energy savings, and climate-resilient infrastructure.
• Supported partnerships with international organizations and ministries, securing project expansion and co
funding.

During my tenure as a Consultant and Planning Engineer, I was recruited by a construction company with a workforce
of 75 employees. I adeptly juggled responsibilities across 15 concurrent workshops. My primary focus revolved around
the renovation and transformation of existing structures into smart buildings.
• Led smart building renovation projects focusing on sustainable water usage, energy efficiency, and digital
infrastructure.
• Successfully managed 15+ project workshops and technical teams to meet sustainability, time, and cost
objectives.
• Winner of the France IoT Challenge 2018 for pioneering smart environmental control systems.

• Delivered over 20 infrastructure projects, including residential, commercial, and embassy facilities.
• Managed engineering teams, procurement operations, and on-site project delivery, maintaining strong
environmental compliance and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Led high-value embassy and luxury villa projects under tight deadlines and security protocols.