Appointed CEO in mid-2025, he brings over 33 years of experience across engineering, construction, hospitality, and real estate investment. Under his leadership, Jabal Omar Development reported $199.4 million in revenues in 2025 (up from $158 million in the previous year), signed a $347 million land sale agreement with Durat Taiba Investments, and executed a $933 million deal with Azher for a 6,000 m² land plot in Makkah.
CEO
Saleh Alhabdan
Eng. Saleh Alhabdan, Chief Executive Officer of Jabal Omar Development Company, has been recognized among Forbes Middle East’s Most Powerful Travel & Tourism Leaders 2025 — a testament to his distinguished leadership in advancing Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and real estate sectors.
Career Journey
• Jabal Omar Development Company – CEO (since 2025) • PIF Hospitality Company – CEO • Taiba Investments – CEO (2019–2023) • Sercon for General Contracting – CEO (12 years) • TDP – Executive Vice President (7 years) • Advanced Electronics Company – 8 years in various roles • Chairman – Contractors Committee, Riyadh Chamber of Commerce
Academic Credentials
• Master’s in Industrial Engineering (First Class Honors) – King Saud University, Saudi Arabia • Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering (First Class Honors) – King Saud University, Saudi Arabia • Advanced Programs in Management, Negotiation, and Commercial Arbitration
Leadership Impact
Eng. Saleh Alhabdan has built a distinguished record of transforming organizations, driving revenue growth, and leading high-value strategic deals. At Jabal Omar Development, his leadership is shaping the future of Makkah’s urban landscape and strengthening Saudi Arabia’s hospitality ecosystem — aligning with Vision 2030 to establish the Kingdom as a premier global destination for religious and leisure tourism.
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