The Middle East’s construction sector shines through innovative MEP services, driving iconic and sustainable projects. These ten visionary entrepreneurs lead the industry with expertise and reliability, delivering world-class infrastructure across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and beyond. This listicle highlights their contributions, setting standards for trust and excellence in MEP.
- Mohammed Saif Mohammed Bin Shafar – ASGC
Mohammed Saif Mohammed Bin Shafar, Chairman of Al Shafar General Contracting (ASGC), founded in 1989, has led over 250 projects like the Emirates Crown Tower. With 30 years in the UAE Armed Forces and dual degrees, he drives ASGC’s focus on quality, transparency, and sustainable MEP solutions across the Middle East.
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- Shahzad Nasim – Meinhardt Group
Dr. Shahzad Nasim, Executive Chairman of Meinhardt Group, has delivered projects like the Dubai Mall. Acquiring the firm in 2010, his 30+ years as a structural engineer and awards like Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year underscore Meinhardt’s innovative MEP solutions in the region.
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- Eng. Ansari Wahid – Adeeb Group
Eng. Ansari Wahid, Group CEO of Adeeb Group, leads 200+ projects with a focus on sustainability. Holding a doctorate, he’s expanded to the UAE, India, and the Seychelles, earning the FM Visionary Leadership Award 2024, aligning Adeeb with the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goals.
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- Khaled Sharbatly – Innovo MEP
Khaled Sharbatly, Managing Director of Innovo MEP, with 32 years of experience, leads projects like the Six Senses Hotel. Ranked #2 on the CBNME MEP Powerlist 2025, his focus on energy-efficient systems and smart tech makes Innovo a trusted MEP partner.
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- Michael Boufarhat – JLW Middle East
Michael Boufarhat, CEO of James L Williams Middle East (JLW), with 34 years in MEP, delivered landmarks like ICD Brookfield Place. His focus on quality, prefabrication, and timely execution establishes JLW as a reliable MEP partner across the GCC.
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- K Jacob John – AGEPC
K. Jacob John, CEO of AG Engineering and Power Contracting (AGEPC), drives a 40-year legacy in aviation and healthcare. Winning awards like the Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award, his sustainable and innovative approach makes AGEPC a trusted MEP collaborator.
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- H E Juma Al Majid – Juma Al Majid Holding Group
H.E. Juma Al Majid, Founder of Juma Al Majid Holding Group since 1950, oversees MEP via Al Arabia Electromechanical. A philanthropist with the King Faisal Prize, his vision ensures quality and trust in the UAE’s infrastructure projects.
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- Ashraf Samy Botros – Al Shafar United
Ashraf Samy Botros, Managing Director of Al Shafar United (ASU), with 40 years of experience, led 100+ projects like Expo 2020 pavilions. His focus on LEED certifications and safety cements ASU’s reputation as a top MEP contractor.
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- Jason Whitehead – GECO M&E
Jason Whitehead, CEO of GECO M&E, with 30+ years in MEP and facilities management, drives sustainable solutions. His strategic leadership aims to rank GECO among the top five, ensuring reliability in the UAE’s engineering landscape.
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- Hazem Fraij – Horizon Gulf Electromechanical Services
Hazem Fraij, CEO of Horizon Gulf Electromechanical Services, excels in HVAC and fire systems for projects like Nudra Beach Villas. His sustainable, cost-effective solutions make Horizon Gulf a trusted MEP provider across diverse sectors.
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These ten entrepreneurs shape the Middle East’s MEP industry with innovation and trust. Their leadership in sustainable, high-quality projects ensures a lasting impact, driving the region’s infrastructure toward a future of excellence and environmental responsibility.
