VP- Project Delivery

Fahad Aljabr

Eng. Fahad bin Abdullah Aljabr has been appointed as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Projects at King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). With more than 16 years of expertise in project management, real estate development, and design and construction oversight, he has led transformative projects both in Saudi Arabia and internationally.

Aljabr’s career reflects a strong track record in executing large-scale projects, including the King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC), alongside international ventures. At KAFD, he previously served as Senior Executive Director of Projects, where he played a pivotal role in positioning the district as one of the world’s largest real estate developments to achieve LEED ND Platinum Certification.

– Deputy CEO for Projects – KAFD (2025 – Present) – Senior Executive Director of Projects – KAFD – Project Leader – KAPSARC – Board Member – Al Rajhi Capital Real Estate Opportunities Fund II
Aljabr led KAFD’s Sustainability Team to a remarkable milestone in 2023, contributing 59% of Saudi Arabia’s total LEED certifications. This achievement directly supported the Kingdom’s advancement to 6th place globally in the USGBC rankings, affirming Saudi Arabia’s regional leadership in adopting world-class green building and sustainability standards.
– Master’s Degree – Vanderbilt University, USA – Bachelor’s in Architecture & Planning – Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University, KSA – Executive Education in Leadership, Real Estate Development, and Sustainability – Harvard University & Stanford University – Certified LEED AP BD+C Professional – Certified Parksmart Advisor
Aljabr’s appointment highlights his commitment to advancing sustainable urban development and embedding global best practices in project execution. His leadership at KAFD strengthens the Kingdom’s position as a pioneer in green building, innovation, and future-ready real estate aligned with Vision 2030.
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