• Saadeddine Rafic Hariri
see profile
Is the Chairman & CEO of Saudi Oger Ltd., a member of the board of directors, and the Chairman of Oger Telecom, He is also the Chairman & Board Member of Saraya Holdings. He has an extensive experience in telecommunications activities, including GSM in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Internet services (ISP) and various other services including pre-paid card services, a teleport project, private multi-media networks (ISDN-based, with integrated voice/data/image/video conferencing), INMARSAT services, and others. In addition to his corporate role, he has major personal investments in telecommunications and IT, some of which he personally manages.
• Ayman Rafic Hariri
see profile
Is the Vice Chairman & Deputy CEO and member of the Board of Directors of Saudi Oger Ltd.
He has thorough knowledge of the Construction and Development industry and related fields. His extensive experience, strong leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial vision have helped Saudi Oger become the successful international organization it is today.
Mr. Hariri has played an important role in leading his multidisciplinary specialists to provide the talent, expertise and positive attitude that advance the company's reputation for excellence. His passionate and visionary style has helped Saudi Oger prosper in a variety of geographical regions and demanding business environments.
As the spearhead of Saudi Oger's operations, he is currently handling the Construction and Facilities Management of multi-Billion Dollars mega projects such Princess Noura Bent Abdularahman University for Women; King Abdullah Financial District; King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture and many others.
His direct involvement and dedication helped in the execution and handing over the state-of-the-art Academic & Administration Buildings of "King Abdullah University of Science and Technology" in record time. In 2009; 2010 and 2011 the Dubai-based Arabian Business magazine announced Ayman Hariri as one of the world's 100 most influential Arabs in their annual "Power 100" list and ranked him #6 in the CEO Middle East's list of the Arab world's most influential leaders in property; and the same magazine also selected Ayman Hariri as the "Best Executive in the Construction Sector in Saudi Arabia for two years in a row (2010 & 2011) and recently Ayman Hariri ranked number one in the Construction Week Power 100 List for 2011.
He has thorough knowledge of the Construction and Development industry and related fields. His extensive experience, strong leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial vision have helped Saudi Oger become the successful international organization it is today.
Mr. Hariri has played an important role in leading his multidisciplinary specialists to provide the talent, expertise and positive attitude that advance the company's reputation for excellence. His passionate and visionary style has helped Saudi Oger prosper in a variety of geographical regions and demanding business environments.
As the spearhead of Saudi Oger's operations, he is currently handling the Construction and Facilities Management of multi-Billion Dollars mega projects such Princess Noura Bent Abdularahman University for Women; King Abdullah Financial District; King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture and many others.
His direct involvement and dedication helped in the execution and handing over the state-of-the-art Academic & Administration Buildings of "King Abdullah University of Science and Technology" in record time. In 2009; 2010 and 2011 the Dubai-based Arabian Business magazine announced Ayman Hariri as one of the world's 100 most influential Arabs in their annual "Power 100" list and ranked him #6 in the CEO Middle East's list of the Arab world's most influential leaders in property; and the same magazine also selected Ayman Hariri as the "Best Executive in the Construction Sector in Saudi Arabia for two years in a row (2010 & 2011) and recently Ayman Hariri ranked number one in the Construction Week Power 100 List for 2011.
• Mohammed Hariri
see profile
Is the Vice Chairman for Finance & Investments and a board member and Secretary General of the Board of Directors of Saudi Oger Ltd, Mohammed Hariri is the Chairman & General Manager of Groupe Méditerranée SAL. He handles investments and transactions on behalf of the corporation and its associates, including rising finance for the activities and investments of the corporation in telecommunications and other disciplines, including construction, aerospace, etc. He is on the Executive Committee of Oger Telecom and serves on the boards of various Holdings.
• Ouday Al Shaikh
see profile
Is the Senior Vice President for Public Relations of Saudi Oger Ltd., and member of the executive committee, in addition to his position as Board Member of Oger Jordan
Mr. AlShaikh is a graduate of the American University of Washington, DC, USA, and since his return to the Kingdom, he acquired a hands-on experience in his fields of activities mainly Development, Production and Installation of Security Equipments, High-end Electromechanical projects and Deployment of Mobile Telecommunication Networks.
In addition to his role in Saudi Oger, Mr. AlShaikh incepted a group of companies to cater for the needs of the construction industry. His personal involvement and management were key-factors in leading each of these companies to the path of success and developing their respective activities all over the GCC, Middle-East, Europe and North America.
His proactive approach to business as well as his extensive management skills allowed him to build a remarkable public relation network constituted of; Private and institutional investors, Heads of multinational corporations, Industry leaders and Service providers. Such valuable assets being all oriented towards serving the interest and development of Saudi Oger Ltd.
The record of achievements of Mr. AlShaikh encompasses a variety of private-owned and state-owned landmark projects, such as; Palaces and luxury residential projects, Hotels and leisure centers, Health institutions, Office buildings, Commercial centers, Multiple building campuses, Educational institutions, Data, command and control centers.
Mr. AlShaikh is a graduate of the American University of Washington, DC, USA, and since his return to the Kingdom, he acquired a hands-on experience in his fields of activities mainly Development, Production and Installation of Security Equipments, High-end Electromechanical projects and Deployment of Mobile Telecommunication Networks.
In addition to his role in Saudi Oger, Mr. AlShaikh incepted a group of companies to cater for the needs of the construction industry. His personal involvement and management were key-factors in leading each of these companies to the path of success and developing their respective activities all over the GCC, Middle-East, Europe and North America.
His proactive approach to business as well as his extensive management skills allowed him to build a remarkable public relation network constituted of; Private and institutional investors, Heads of multinational corporations, Industry leaders and Service providers. Such valuable assets being all oriented towards serving the interest and development of Saudi Oger Ltd.
The record of achievements of Mr. AlShaikh encompasses a variety of private-owned and state-owned landmark projects, such as; Palaces and luxury residential projects, Hotels and leisure centers, Health institutions, Office buildings, Commercial centers, Multiple building campuses, Educational institutions, Data, command and control centers.
• Ali H. Kolaghassi
see profile
Is the Senior Vice President for Business Development, and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Oger Abu Dhabi and Oger Jordan. He is also a Board Member of Saudi Oger Telecom. Kolaghassi assisted in the expansion of Saudi Oger's core operations that include contracting, facilities management and banking. Kolaghassi succeeded in breaking new grounds for the company by initiating investments in the telecommunication and real estate sectors.
Kolaghassi is also the Vice Chairman and CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of Saraya Holdings Ltd. Additionally; he serves as the Chairman for Saraya Real Estate MENA (Middle East and North Africa) Fund. Kolaghassi is also the Vice Chairman of Saraya Aqaba and Saraya Bandar Jissah.
Kolaghassi is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of MDI (Millennium Development International), and Rubicon - a leading animation and edutainment company. Moreover, he is a Board Member of MEDGULF-Jordan (the Mediterranean and Gulf Insurance and Reinsurance Company), as well as a Board Member of the Saudi Med Investment Company, and a Board Member of AB Capital - the investment banking arm of Arab Bank Group.
Kolaghassi special insight in business creation and development, sharpened by his finance and management backgrounds, enabled him to identify opportunities and pursue them from concept to implementation.
Kolaghassi was awarded the title of "Real Estate Industry Champion" by the Young Arab Leaders Organization (YAL) in 2005. In 2008, Kolaghassi was elected among the most powerful and influential personalities in Jordan, in the annual "Power 30" list by Jordan Business Monthly magazine. In 2008, 2009 and 2010 the Dubai-based Arabian Business magazine announced Kolaghassi as one of the world's 100 most influential Arabs in its annual "Power 100" list. In 2010, Kolaghassi was ranked number 13 by the Dubai-based Construction Week magazine in its inaugural list "Construction Week Power 100"; which incorporated the most influential people working in the construction industry across the GCC.
Kolaghassi is also the Vice Chairman and CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of Saraya Holdings Ltd. Additionally; he serves as the Chairman for Saraya Real Estate MENA (Middle East and North Africa) Fund. Kolaghassi is also the Vice Chairman of Saraya Aqaba and Saraya Bandar Jissah.
Kolaghassi is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of MDI (Millennium Development International), and Rubicon - a leading animation and edutainment company. Moreover, he is a Board Member of MEDGULF-Jordan (the Mediterranean and Gulf Insurance and Reinsurance Company), as well as a Board Member of the Saudi Med Investment Company, and a Board Member of AB Capital - the investment banking arm of Arab Bank Group.
Kolaghassi special insight in business creation and development, sharpened by his finance and management backgrounds, enabled him to identify opportunities and pursue them from concept to implementation.
Kolaghassi was awarded the title of "Real Estate Industry Champion" by the Young Arab Leaders Organization (YAL) in 2005. In 2008, Kolaghassi was elected among the most powerful and influential personalities in Jordan, in the annual "Power 30" list by Jordan Business Monthly magazine. In 2008, 2009 and 2010 the Dubai-based Arabian Business magazine announced Kolaghassi as one of the world's 100 most influential Arabs in its annual "Power 100" list. In 2010, Kolaghassi was ranked number 13 by the Dubai-based Construction Week magazine in its inaugural list "Construction Week Power 100"; which incorporated the most influential people working in the construction industry across the GCC.
• Richard Chammas
see profile
Is the President and Chief Operating Officer of Saudi Oger Ltd. and the General Manager of the subsidiary Oger Abu Dhabi, and sits on the Board of Oger Abu Dhabi.
Mr. Richard Chammas joined the Group in 2009. A graduate from Columbia and Cornell universities started his career in the construction industry in New York City. 24 years thereafter, Mr. Chammas has amassed an immense amount of leadership and senior management skills, as well as international Project and Construction Management experience working on high profile projects from New York to Beirut to India to Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
• Muhieddine Ghalayini
see profile
Is the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer of Saudi Oger. Mr. Ghalayini holds a Bachelor and Masters degree in Business Administration & Finance and is a member in the Lebanese Association of Certified Public Accountants (LACPA).
Mr. Ghalayini Joined the group in 1984 and occupied various positions in the organization, started as Senior Internal Auditor , Head of the Management Accounting Department, Chief Financial Officer of CellC in South Africa, Chief Financial officer of Oger emirates in UAE and recently moved back to Saudi to resume his duties as CFO of Saudi Oger.
Mr. Ghalayini sat on many boards and currently sits on the board of Oger Abu Dhabi and Oger Dubai.
Mr. Ghalayini Joined the group in 1984 and occupied various positions in the organization, started as Senior Internal Auditor , Head of the Management Accounting Department, Chief Financial Officer of CellC in South Africa, Chief Financial officer of Oger emirates in UAE and recently moved back to Saudi to resume his duties as CFO of Saudi Oger.
Mr. Ghalayini sat on many boards and currently sits on the board of Oger Abu Dhabi and Oger Dubai.
• Jamal EL-Zein
see profile
Is the Vice President – Facility Management and other functions, in charge of the maintenance of prestigious government and residential complexes as well as public facilities. He is involved in establishing new business lines in Facilities Management for Oger Dubai LLC and Oger Jordan.
In 1991, joined Saudi Oger Ltd as Operations Manager in Maintenance division with responsibilities for O & M of various projects such as domestic and regional airports, water & industrial utility systems till 1995 when he was promoted to the position of Division Manager for GPMD (General Projects Maintenance Division).
In 1983, joined Saudi Medical Services Company, Riyadh, with responsibilities starting as a company representative for construction of a 300 General bed private hospital, and thereafter promoted in 1988 to Director of Hospital Operations. Responsibilities for hospital operation included 12 government hospitals serving different clients such as Ministry of Health and Ministry of Defense & Aviation.
Mr. Jamal El- Zein has graduated from the American University of Beirut (AUB) with a B.S. degree in Environmental Health (1979), and a Masters degree of Public Health concentrating in Health Services Administration (1981).
He is currently serving as a member at the Board of Directors for Saudi Oger Technical Institute and Saudi Oger Jordan.
In 1991, joined Saudi Oger Ltd as Operations Manager in Maintenance division with responsibilities for O & M of various projects such as domestic and regional airports, water & industrial utility systems till 1995 when he was promoted to the position of Division Manager for GPMD (General Projects Maintenance Division).
In 1983, joined Saudi Medical Services Company, Riyadh, with responsibilities starting as a company representative for construction of a 300 General bed private hospital, and thereafter promoted in 1988 to Director of Hospital Operations. Responsibilities for hospital operation included 12 government hospitals serving different clients such as Ministry of Health and Ministry of Defense & Aviation.
Mr. Jamal El- Zein has graduated from the American University of Beirut (AUB) with a B.S. degree in Environmental Health (1979), and a Masters degree of Public Health concentrating in Health Services Administration (1981).
He is currently serving as a member at the Board of Directors for Saudi Oger Technical Institute and Saudi Oger Jordan.
• Bilal Ansari
see profile
Is the Assistant Chief Operating Officer graduated in 1990 with a Master Degree in Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering) from The University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan – U.S.A.
Bilal Ansari is responsible for all Construction Activities in the competitive market which includes the design and construction of Commercial Centers, hospital and industrial complexes.
Bilal Ansari is a member of the Lebanese Order for Engineering & Architects.
Bilal Ansari is responsible for all Construction Activities in the competitive market which includes the design and construction of Commercial Centers, hospital and industrial complexes.
Bilal Ansari is a member of the Lebanese Order for Engineering & Architects.
• Dr. Abdullah Al Obaid
see profile
Is the Vice President - HR of Saudi Oger; and the Executive Director of Saudi Oger Training Institute; in charge of the expansion of Saudi Oger's Training Institutes around the Kingdom.
Dr. Al Obaid is responsible for reengineering & developing all HR modules ; he joined Saudi Oger in 2004 as the Manager for King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, in 2006 he was appointed as the Executive Director of Saudi Oger Training Institute and in 2011, he was appointed as the HRMD Executive Director in addition to his position as Executive Director of Saudi Oger Training Institute.
Dr. Al Obaid holds a Bachelor Degree in Clinical Psychology from the King Saud University, Riyadh 1988, Hospitality Management High Diploma from the Educational Institute of American Hotel & Motel Association, Michigan, USA 1999 and PHD in Psychology and human behavior from the American University of London AUL, 2003, for his dissertation was (Saudi youths attitudes towards working in the Private Sector). He conducted more than 37 Working Papers. He is HR Licensed Executive Consultant & HR Management Licensed Expert by WORMAC-IFTDO, Geneva- Switzerland. 2008, Certified Competency Based Assessor and Certified Hospitality Trainer.
A member of the Development Committee of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry as well as a member of the National Tourism Committee of the Chambers of Commerce Council.
He is also a member of the Nationalization Committee of the Ministry of Labor that is chaired by the Minister of Labor. He is also a member of the Scientific Council of TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation).
Dr. Al Obaid is responsible for reengineering & developing all HR modules ; he joined Saudi Oger in 2004 as the Manager for King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, in 2006 he was appointed as the Executive Director of Saudi Oger Training Institute and in 2011, he was appointed as the HRMD Executive Director in addition to his position as Executive Director of Saudi Oger Training Institute.
Dr. Al Obaid holds a Bachelor Degree in Clinical Psychology from the King Saud University, Riyadh 1988, Hospitality Management High Diploma from the Educational Institute of American Hotel & Motel Association, Michigan, USA 1999 and PHD in Psychology and human behavior from the American University of London AUL, 2003, for his dissertation was (Saudi youths attitudes towards working in the Private Sector). He conducted more than 37 Working Papers. He is HR Licensed Executive Consultant & HR Management Licensed Expert by WORMAC-IFTDO, Geneva- Switzerland. 2008, Certified Competency Based Assessor and Certified Hospitality Trainer.
A member of the Development Committee of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry as well as a member of the National Tourism Committee of the Chambers of Commerce Council.
He is also a member of the Nationalization Committee of the Ministry of Labor that is chaired by the Minister of Labor. He is also a member of the Scientific Council of TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation).
• Hisham Al Shoaibi
see profile
Is the Vice President for Legal and Government Relations & Compliance, has a bachelor in Legal Regulations from King Abdul-Aziz University, His experience ranges from being the chief board of directors in Samiyah Company for Trading; & KSA Motion Company in addition to being Vice Chief Board of Directors in Addison Bradley Al Arabia. Extensive experience for more than 20 years; acting as Legal Advisor in front of courts of different types and branches of Criminal as well as Commercial laws.
Mr. Al Shoaibi acts on behalf of Saudi Oger in front of court of different kind and degree including all government departments, prepares all types of contracts, establish all types of companies and branches, provides legal advice to the company's share holders and to management, including company's different branches and sister companies; also ensures implementation of labor law and internal regulations and bylaws of the company when resolving issues & violations.
• Farid Chaker
see profile
Is the Assistant General Manager for Operations responsible for all the Construction activities of Saudi Oger. He is also involved in establishing new Business lines for Oger Dubai LLC.
Farid Chaker graduated from "Ecole Supérieure d'Ingénieurs De Marseille - France" with a Civil Engineering degree. In 1981, joined Oger International (Paris) as a structure Engineer at the Design Office.
In 1983, he joined Oger Liban (Beirut) as a Structural Engineering Section Head. In 1991, he Joined Saudi Oger Ltd. (Riyadh) to work in the Procurement Division as Procurement Engineer.
In 1995, Farid Chaker was promoted to the position of Procurement Division Manager at Saudi Oger Ltd. were he was involved in several turn key projects in Saudi Arabia, i.e. The Pilgrims Accommodation, The National Museum, The Main Court Complex, Palaces and many residential & offices projects.
Farid Chaker graduated from "Ecole Supérieure d'Ingénieurs De Marseille - France" with a Civil Engineering degree. In 1981, joined Oger International (Paris) as a structure Engineer at the Design Office.
In 1983, he joined Oger Liban (Beirut) as a Structural Engineering Section Head. In 1991, he Joined Saudi Oger Ltd. (Riyadh) to work in the Procurement Division as Procurement Engineer.
In 1995, Farid Chaker was promoted to the position of Procurement Division Manager at Saudi Oger Ltd. were he was involved in several turn key projects in Saudi Arabia, i.e. The Pilgrims Accommodation, The National Museum, The Main Court Complex, Palaces and many residential & offices projects.
• Georges Hage
see profile
Is the Corporate Executive Director for Corporate Business Development in charge of developing the activities of Saudi Oger Group, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
Before joining Saudi Oger, Mr. Hage worked with international development, contracting and engineering companies. He has an extensive and sound experience in business and project development, management, finance, operations and engineering.
His extensive business background in international and multi-cultural environments enabled him to develop original ideas, approaches and solutions to typical, unusual or difficult situations in a competitive and ever changing business climate and to negotiate important and strategic contracts with very demanding Clients.
Mr. Hage holds a master degree in civil engineering from Ecole Supérieure d'Ingénieurs de Beyrouth (ESIB), a specialization (post degree after master) in pre-stressed and reinforced concrete (CHEBAP) from Centre des Hautes Etudes de la Construction (CHEC - Paris) and a MBA from European School of Management (ESCP/EAP Paris).
Mr. Hage serves as a member at the Board of Directors for Oger Emirates, Oger Abu Dhabi, Oger Dubai and Oger Jordan.
Before joining Saudi Oger, Mr. Hage worked with international development, contracting and engineering companies. He has an extensive and sound experience in business and project development, management, finance, operations and engineering.
His extensive business background in international and multi-cultural environments enabled him to develop original ideas, approaches and solutions to typical, unusual or difficult situations in a competitive and ever changing business climate and to negotiate important and strategic contracts with very demanding Clients.
Mr. Hage holds a master degree in civil engineering from Ecole Supérieure d'Ingénieurs de Beyrouth (ESIB), a specialization (post degree after master) in pre-stressed and reinforced concrete (CHEBAP) from Centre des Hautes Etudes de la Construction (CHEC - Paris) and a MBA from European School of Management (ESCP/EAP Paris).
Mr. Hage serves as a member at the Board of Directors for Oger Emirates, Oger Abu Dhabi, Oger Dubai and Oger Jordan.
• Joseph Aboudiwan
see profile
Is the Utilities Division Manager, responsible for the company's investments in the Utility sector, heading a projects development team responsible for all project development activities involved in Power Generation & Water Production - "IPP" & "IWPP" projects, including the formation of strategic alliances with regional and international partners.
Concurrently, holds the post of Chairman of the Board of Directors of "TIHAMA Power Generation Company" (a special purpose vehicle formed to own and operate 4 co-generation projects for Saudi Aramco).
Also a Member of the Investment Committee for the "MENA Infrastructure Fund (GP) Ltd."
Previously held the posts of Deputy General Manager of "Oger-Tekfen" and Saudi Oger's Procurement Manager.
Has over 30 years experience in construction management and construction related activities.
Holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri (U.S.A.) and an MBA in Finance & Management from Syracuse University (U.S.A.).
Is also a Member of the Lebanese Order of Engineers.
Concurrently, holds the post of Chairman of the Board of Directors of "TIHAMA Power Generation Company" (a special purpose vehicle formed to own and operate 4 co-generation projects for Saudi Aramco).
Also a Member of the Investment Committee for the "MENA Infrastructure Fund (GP) Ltd."
Previously held the posts of Deputy General Manager of "Oger-Tekfen" and Saudi Oger's Procurement Manager.
Has over 30 years experience in construction management and construction related activities.
Holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri (U.S.A.) and an MBA in Finance & Management from Syracuse University (U.S.A.).
Is also a Member of the Lebanese Order of Engineers.















