BIO

Leading at the intersection of facility management, technology and business strategy, MOHAMED SAADEH is helping shape how complex facilities operate across the Middle East. As General Manager of Darwish Interserve Facility Management, he has led more than 4,500 engineers and professionals responsible for some of Qatar’s most complex environments, including airports, museums, smart districts and critical infrastructure. His work places a strong emphasis on digital transformation and AI integration to strengthen operational performance and advance the role of FM.

Mohamed’s influence extends beyond day-to-day operations through industry leadership, consulting and knowledge sharing. He is a Full Member of the International Council of Management Consulting Institutes (CMC Global) and a Corporate Member of the International Maintenance Association (IMA). He is also an Associate Member of the Middle East Facilities Management Association (MEFMA) and International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and serves as a Consultant Member of Qatar’s National Campaign for Ideal Behavior. Through these roles, he contributes to the advancement of FM, maintenance, management and leadership across the region.

A frequent keynote speaker and FM expert, Mohamed has shared insights on facility management, sustainability, technology and leadership at conferences and events across the Middle East, including the CSR Summit 2024 in Qatar, SFMA Expo 2025 and OMAINTEC 2026 in Saudi Arabia, and MEFMA and IFMA events in Dubai. He has also been invited to share his perspectives on international podcasts, including Green Minds by FCLT Dubai, Tork Talks – Voices of Industry in the UAE, and the PlanTrail Podcast in Sweden.

His expertise and leadership have been featured in leading industry and leadership publications, including Property News Magazine, The Leaders Network, The Spotlight Magazine and The Arab Icons. His contributions have earned him recognition including FM Middle East’s 2026 FM Executive of the Year, MEFMA and CBNME Visionary Leader of the Year honors in 2025, and FM Executive of the Year in 2024. He was also selected as one of the Top 30 FM Leaders in the Middle East and recognized as one of Qatar’s 10 Outstanding Managers.

With master’s degrees in engineering management from the University of Hull and business administration from the University of Northampton, Mohamed combines technical expertise with a strong foundation in business and finance. Across his leadership, consulting and industry involvement, he remains focused on advancing FM through technology, developing high-performing teams and demonstrating the strategic value of the profession.